https://www.embe.org/program/gotr/
This program is sponsored by Embe.
CHESTER KINDERGARTEN SCREENING
Friday, April 17th, 2026
• The Chester Area School will conduct its annual screening at the elementary building on Friday, April 17th, 2026, starting at 8:20am
• If you have a child who will be five years old on or before September 1, 2026, call Melissa at the school (605-489-2412) to arrange a screening time.
• Please plan on at least 1 hour for your appointment.
• Bring a state-issued copy of your child’s birth certificate (not a hospital copy) and a current record of immunizations
• The screening is free: Motor development, readiness skills, speech and language, and a health assessment will be provided
CHILD FIND
It is a state law that school districts are responsible for offering educational assistance to all children from birth to age 21. If you know of anyone in the district who may be in need of special services, please contact the school for an appointment (489-2412).
Dr Seuss Week, March 2-March 6
Monday = Pajama Day
Tuesday = Crazy Socks
Wednesday = Wacky Wednesday
Thursday = Favorite Hat
Friday = Class Color Day (pk = Green, K = Red, 1st = Orange, 2nd = Purple, 3rd = Yellow, 4th = Blue, 5th = Black)
Dear Parents/Guardians and Students,
Are you ready to read for the gold in the Reading Olympics? During the weeks of
February 9 and the 16, your child will be participating in an at-home reading challenge.
Your child will read at home, and you will help them track their minutes on the weekly
tracking sheets provided.
Since it is cold outside, this is a fun way to promote reading and have a little friendly
competition among the grades.
Students can earn a medal by reading a required number of minutes-the reading goal is
attached along with the reading tracking sheets. The grade with the highest medal count
will also receive a class treat!
Please remember to send your weekly tracking sheet back at
the beginning of the following week, so we can track the medal count for each grade.
Have fun! Go for the gold and happy reading!
Can't find your child's reading log? Grab a copy here: https://aptg.co/nxKhHL
at our book fair homepage. There is a link to directly set up a new eWallet account or login to an existing account and set up for this book fair!
February is a month to celebrate connections, in families, schools, and communities. This month’s resources focus on building stronger bonds, improving communication, and creating spaces where every child feels seen and supported.
Healthy friendships help kids feel supported, confident, and connected. Explore simple ways to teach empathy, communication, and social skills that strengthen relationships and support well-being.
February Newsletter (English) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UhST39DLjCT_fPgNQdHB0tOCQcmLCXg2/view?usp=drive_link
February Newsletter (Spanish) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OaxcB70VD5J9_0_9AuMuUBhW6CgXZQPa/view?usp=sharing
