Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! Meet Henry Cisneros, an American politician and businessman, former mayor of San Antonio, and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development during the Clinton administration.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! Meet Nancy Lopez, an American pro golfer who became a member of the LPGA in 1977, winning 48 LPGA events including three championships.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! Meet Linda Ronstadt, an American singer who performed and recorded in various genres, including rock, country, light opera, the Great American Songbook, and Latin music.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet Dolores Huerta, an American labor and civil rights activist, who, with Cesar Chavez, co-founded the United Farmworkers Association.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! Meet Jovita Idar, a Mexican American journalist, teacher and activist, who devoted her life to fighting racism and discrimination.
October is National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. It costs nothing to be kind. Talk to your children about bullying so they understand what it is, recognize it, and stand up to it. Model to your children how to treat others with kindness and respect.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Wear pink to show your support for those fighting this horrible disease.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month! Meet Richie Valens, American rock and roll pioneer and forefather of the Chicano rock movement. He is most famous for his song La Bamba.
It's National Principals Month! We would like to thank Mr. Spencer for putting the "PAL" in principal!! Thank you for everything you do!!
TONIGHT, we’re hosting our next Community Engagement Session & School Tour! The event will take place from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Lewisville High School.
Learn about the needs at LHS and our other high schools, along with the proposed solution on the ballot this November. You can also ask questions and provide feedback.
Find additional information here: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
On TUESDAY, we’re hosting our next Community Engagement Session & School Tour! The event will take place from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm at Lewisville High School.
Learn about the needs at LHS and our other high schools, along with the proposed solution on the ballot this November. You can also ask questions and provide feedback.
Find additional information here: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/2024-bond
We hope you and your families continue to remain safe as we navigate the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Given a recent update from Chester County Emergency Management, all Chester County Schools will proceed on a normal schedule on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. We've been advised that road conditions have improved throughout the county, and residents continue to have their power restored.
We thank you for your continued support and patience as we ensure the continued safety of our students and staff members. We wish to give a special thank you to all first responders, and power restoration crews who have worked tirelessly over the past several days. Thank you!
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet Jose Andres, Spanish and American chef and restauranteur. He is founder and professor Global Food Institute at GWU, and the founder of World Central Kitchen, a non-profit devoted to providing meals in the wake of natural disasters.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet Jennifer Lopez, American actress, singer, dancer and businesswoman. She is regarded as one of the most influential Latin entertainers of her time.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet Guy Gabaldon, a United States Marine, who, at the age of 18, captured or persuaded to surrender over 1,300 Japanese soldiers and civilians during the battles for Saipan and Tinian islands during World War II.
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, American politician and activist, who began representing New York's 14 Congressional in 2019.
Chester County Emergency Management has informed us that a Tropical Storm Warning will be in effect beginning at 5 pm this evening. As such, all after-school and athletic events scheduled for Thursday will be canceled.
The District will remain on eLearning on Friday, 9/27/24.
Please continue to monitor your local weather stations, and stay safe!
Happy National Hispanic Heritage Month. Meet Rita Moreno, American actress, dancer and singer. She is a PEGOT winner, (Peabody, Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony).
The National Weather Service, in conjunction with Chester County Emergency Management, is predicting potentially dangerous weather conditions Friday morning due to Hurricane Helene including flooding and sustained winds up to 43 mph. These conditions make it hazardous for our buses to operate while transporting students.
For the safety of our school community, the Chester County School District will move to an eLearning day on Friday, September 27, 2024. All after-school activities and athletic events scheduled for Friday will also be canceled.
Students are asked to please ensure they take all learning devices and necessary materials home with them. Teachers will be available during normal school hours via email to provide support as needed. All District staff members are also asked to work remotely. We will continue to monitor the situation and send updates as needed.
Please continue to watch local weather forecasts, and stay safe!
WEATHER UPDATE: The District is currently monitoring weather conditions and working in conjunction with Chester County Emergency Management. As always, we will notify everyone in the event of any school closures or delays due to hazardous weather.
In preparation for a possible e-learning day, we ask that all parents please remind their children to carry home any necessary items or learning devices over the next several days.
The safety of our students, school buses, and staff traveling on the roads during potentially hazardous conditions remains a priority. Please continue to check our social media, or website for any updates. Also, the District will send out direct communications via phone, text, and email.
Thank you for your cooperation, and please stay safe.
