Chester Park School of Inquiry

Ms. Adkins’ class had a cooking lesson today and made elephant pancakes!

We’re teaming up with Nothing Bundt Cakes for a sweet fundraiser! 🎂

Be sure to check your child’s folder for the order form and more details. All orders and payments are due by September 10th.

Support our school and treat yourself to something delicious!

Today we celebrated our students who completed their Summer Reading and Math Calendars. Students enjoyed pizza and ice cream sundaes! ⭐️

Please see the attached flyer for information.

REMINDER: August 19, 2025 is an Early Dismissal day for students. Early dismissal times are as follows:

Elementary: 11:45 am
Middle: 12:30 pm
High: 12:45 pm

Visit our website for additional information: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/arrival-and-dismissal-bell-times

Reminder: Early Release Day on Tuesday, August 19th.

Inquiry Family, we’re all in this together. By following our “car rider line procedures” below, you help keep mornings safe, smooth, and on time for every student. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with these tips and work with our staff members as they uphold them.

Sending a huge THANK YOU to Word & Spirit Church for your donation of book bags and school supplies. Our Chester Park Complex students will definitely benefit from your act of kindness.

⭐️MAP Testing⭐️

🎉 Celebrate Your Child’s Special Day in a BIG Way! 🎉

Want to make your child feel extra special on their birthday? Rent our Spirit Rock or Digital Sign to give them a shout-out everyone will see!

🌟 Spirit Rock – Paint it with birthday wishes, fun designs, and your child’s name!
💻 Digital Sign – Brighten their day with a birthday message displayed for all to see!

📅 Spots fill up fast, so reserve your date today! Use the QR code in the flyer to sign up!

Let’s make birthdays unforgettable—one rock and one sign at a time! 🎂🎈

We loved having Deputy Chief Grafton (Chester Fire Department) greet our students in the car rider line for the 1st Day of School. Today was a GREAT day and we look forward to seeing our shining stars again tomorrow!

🌟 Welcome Back, Shining Stars! 🌟 Our faculty and staff are SO excited to kick off another amazing school year tomorrow! 🚍📚✨ ⭐️First Day of School: Monday, August 4th 🕖 Drop-Off: 7:15–8:00 AM 🕝 Dismissal: 2:30 PM If you were unable to attend Meet the Teacher, please send a note with your child that includes how they will get home, including their bus number. 🎉 Our theme this year is: The Energy Bus — Positive Vibes, Powerful Rides, Make Every Day Count! Let’s start the year strong and keep the good energy rolling all year long! 💙💫

We can't wait to welcome our families and kick off an amazing school year! Come meet your child’s teacher, explore the classroom, and get ready for a great start.

⭐️Thursday, July 31st from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
⭐️Friday, August 1st from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

✅ Quick Tip for Faster Check-In: Make sure your student is registered on FinalForms and proof of residency is uploaded before you arrive. It’ll speed things up and help your family breeze through!

We’re looking forward to seeing smiling faces, making connections, and starting the school year strong. See you soon! ⭐️💙

Don't forget to stop by the Inquiry office today for help with registration! Pre-registering and uploading proof of residency before Meet the Teacher will save time. We look forward to seeing you!

Back-to-School season is just around the corner, and here are some important upcoming dates and reminders:

Secondary Student and Family Orientation will be held at each middle and high school on July 21, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., and on July 22, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Families will be able to register in person, pay any outstanding fees, and receive other pertinent information for the upcoming school year.

Our district-wide Meet the Teacher event will occur on July 31, 2025, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., and August 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please get in touch with your child's school for additional information.

Join CCSD on Facebook Live for our Back-to-School 2025 Virtual Town Hall! Dr. Sutton and Senior Leadership will share updates on a variety of school-related topics and answer live questions from the community. The broadcast will begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.

The first day of school for students is August 4, 2025. Register online today at: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/ccsd/page/student-registration

As we continue into the summer months, we encourage you to keep your child’s math skills sharp by completing the Summer Math Calendar activities. These short, engaging tasks are designed to help students retain what they’ve learned and build confidence heading into the next school year. Each day features a quick and fun math activity. Visit our website for more info: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/article/2281403 We wish you a fun and math-filled summer!

⭐️Registration Information⭐️ Please see the flyer and link below for registration information. https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/ccsd/page/student-registration

Have a Great Summer from Chester Park School of Inquiry! As we head into summer break, we want to wish all our amazing students and families a fun, relaxing, and safe summer! ☀️ Don’t forget to keep reading and practicing your math skills to avoid the summer slide. Students who complete the Reading & Math Calendars will receive a prize when we return for the new school year! 🎉 Enjoy your summer and keep those minds active — we can’t wait to see you next school year! 💛 #SummerReading #MathFun #AvoidTheSlide #SeeYouSoon