A May 1 deadline has been set for applications for an annual summer high school journalism workshop.
Parents and teachers are encouraged to help their students apply for the free two-week experience, June 17-30, that introduces sophomores, juniors and seniors to the world of journalism.
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Matthew 1:14
In chapel, Pastor Janneke talked to us about Epiphany. He told us that we celebrate that day when the star led the Wise Men to Jesus. He brought some of his flashlights to show us how light reveals things. We need to be lights to the rest of the world so that everyone can see our Savior!
The Southwestern Illinois College Belleville Campus Café will soon be dishing out great music for every taste when College Activities presents its popular Concerts in the Café series this spring.
Several years ago Chester Grade School started a new program to assist students with things like books, shoes, school supplies, clothing and other necessities that cannot be afforded by the family. The program is titled, “Kids First”.
The program is coordinated by Amy Eggemeyer, District # 139 Nurse. The Nurses Offices is the hub of activity throughout the day, every day and Eggemeyer comes into contact with students with not only medical needs but many other types of need such as those mentioned above.
The Board of Education of Chester Community Unit School District No. 139 met in the Chester School District Unit Office on January 19, 2012. President Beers called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Shelby Long presented information to the Board about Student Council activities.
Dr. Sharon Weiser, chief academic officer for Missouri Valley College, has announced Nicole Search of Chester was named to the Fall 2011 Dean's List. The requirements for the Dean's List are a 3.3 or higher grade point average; at least 12 graded hours for the semester; and no "D," "F," or "Incomplete" grades for the semester.
Get in the spirit of the season with the school children of Chester. The high school band, chorus, and swing choirs perform on Monday, Dec. 12 at 6:30 p.m. Chester Grade School band and chorus perform Dec. 1 at 6:30.
Christopher Dudenbostel is the son of Randy and Debbie Dudenbostel and they live in Chester. Christopher came to Chester High School from St. John Lutheran School and plans on attending law school following his undergraduate degree.
2011 Red Ribbon Week Activities
Jenna Wingerter is the daughter of JoAnne and Robert Wingerter and they reside in Ellis Grove.
Jenna came to Chester High School from St. John Lutheran School and she plans on attending John A. Logan or SWIC then transferring to SIUC and majoring in Psychology.
4-H families, alumni, and friends are invited to cheer on the St. Louis Rams at the 2011 4-H Day with the Rams event on Sunday, December 18, 2011, at the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis, Missouri.
“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” Luke 19:10
The Fourth Grade class and Mr. Luedders presented our chapel service with the story of Zacchaeus. The students did a dramatic reading of the story and led us in singing, “Zacchaeus.” Thank you, Fourth Graders!
The Board of Education of Chester Community Unit School District No. 139 met in the Chester School District Unit Office on October 20, 2011. President Beers called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
During the regular monthly meeting of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 487 held October 10, the members held a pizza party for the Auxiliary Junior members. Eight members were present and ranged in age from first grade to junior in high school.
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Philippians 4:4
Pastor Cameron from St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sparta led our chapel service last week. He reminded us that no matter what happens, God is caring for us and we can rejoice in all situations, as Paul told the Philippians. Pastor Janneke continued that message on Sunday in his children’s sermon as he and the children talked about how God cares for all their needs through their parents and in other ways. It’s always helpful for us adults to remember this, too, as worries can make us forget how God provides for all our needs!
First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people. 1 Timothy 2:1
The Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois (GSSI) is pleased to announce that Danielle D. Homan of Chester has received the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award a Girl Scout can receive.
The Board of Education of Chester Community Unit School District No. 139 met in the Chester School District Unit Office on September 15, 2011. President Beers called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
