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CHS athletics kick off Gold Card fundraiser

The Chester High School Athletic Department recently kicked off its 2017-18 sports fundraiser with an assembly of all fall and winter athletes.
By Jim Beers Aug 29, 2017 10:34 PM
NASA-approved solar eclipse glasses distributed to schools

In a Wednesday news release, the Monroe/Randolph Regional Office of Education is advising the public that despite an Amazon recall, the solar eclipse glasses distributed to area schools are NASA-approved.
By Staff Report Aug 16, 2017 12:40 PM
Seventy-four students attend CHS Freshman Academy

Chester High School will have one of its largest freshman classes in several years this school year when 104 newcomers enter the doors of CHS on Thursday.
By Jim Beers Aug 14, 2017 2:47 PM
Chester school district takes out $750K in credit

As the state legislature continues to battle over Senate Bill 1, Chester District 139 is taking steps to try and keep its doors open this school year.
By Pete Spitler Aug 5, 2017 9:29 PM
St. John vacation bible school a success

More than 60 students attended the three-day St. John vacation bible school July 12-14, as months of planning, recruiting, building, meeting, sewing and baking appear to have paid off.
By Staff Report Jul 31, 2017 1:54 PM
Akin District 91 to hold special meeting on Monday

Notice is hereby given by the Board of Education of Akin Community Consolidated School District No. 91, in the County of Franklin, State of Illinois, that President Dennis Clark has called a special meeting.
Jul 22, 2017 2:27 PM
Chester BOE formally approves Pasero

The Chester District 139 Board of Education now officially has its next superintendent.
By Pete Spitler Jul 21, 2017 2:53 PM
Steeleville BOE approves new personnel, board member

As the upcoming school year approaches, the Steeleville District 138 Board of Education approved a number of personnel items on Monday during its regular July meeting.
By Pete Spitler Jul 20, 2017 10:30 AM
CHS alumnus donates $50K to school

One of Chester High School's distinguished alumni has given back to his alma mater once again.
By Pete Spitler Jul 13, 2017 10:42 AM
Bailey receives hospital scholarship

Du Quoin High School graduate Grace Bailey has received Marshall Browning Hospital's 2017 health care scholarship.
Provided by Pam Logan Jul 12, 2017 11:20 AM

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