To allow our students, staff, and community to support the Flyers at State, there will be no school on Thursday, November 20, and Friday, November 21.
We encourage everyone to come cheer on the Flyers and show your Flyer pride! Details about game times, locations, and fan information will be shared as soon as they are available.
Let’s go, Flyers!
Getting ready for the holidays or need a quick gift? Get script cards from the school and help support Chester Area Helping Hands!
Please enjoy our Chester Area Community Veterans Day Slideshow.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wG5l-XaghpFiGDl7H2Ms_DqU0z2mHd9H/view?usp=sharing
Also, if you know of anyone from our community who is not represented in our slide show, please reach out to JoAnn Alverson at JoAnn.Alverson@k12.sd.us so they can be added.
https://liveticket.tv/flyers/
The program begins at 10:00 am today. Join in person or online!
Enjoy our tribute to our local Veterans and Active Duty Servicemen and women.
Veterans and their families are invited to join us following the program for lunch in the commons.
A valid photo ID will now be required at the time of donation. While most donors already bring identification, we are now enforcing this policy. Acceptable forms of ID include:
Driver's license
State ID
Employee ID with photo
School ID with photo
Passport
Military ID
Immigration and Naturalization Service card (green card)
Community Blood Bank donor card (that tracks donations)
Even during stressful seasons, small acts of gratitude can make a big difference. This issue shares simple, research-backed ways to boost connection, mood, and well-being.
• November Mental Health Newsletter
English https://aptg.co/sn0SgY
Spanish https://aptg.co/QZDBDk
Reminder… Parent / Teacher Conferences TOMORROW (Thursday, October 9th) from 2:00 to 8:00.
Please note… Flu Shots will be available from Dell Rapids Medical Clinic from 4:00 to 7:00. If you would like your child to receive the flu shot, please bring them to the auxiliary gym at the elementary school... and please have the following survey completed.
Flu Shot Clinic Survey (must be completed in order to receive the shot):
Tuesday, October 7th Volleyball match vs Tri-Valley
Wear your pink to school and to the game to show your support for breast cancer survivors.
LAKE AREA BAND FESTIVAL
October 3rd 2025
Starting at 10am
Chester Area School
Pre-pay for burger meals and/or long johns by October 1 . Venmo is preferred; however, cash/check can be dropped off with Kari or Molly.
If using Venmo, please put your child's FULL NAME and GRADE in the memo line of the payment. Venmo @Chesterband
Good morning! Please take note of the following updates / reminders...
The last day of school before Christmas vacation is December 19th. One small change... school will dismiss at 12:30 rather than 3:30 as originally stated on the school calendar.
Reminder... Parent-Teacher Conferences is October 9th from 2:00 to 8:00.
Flu Shots will be available from Dell Rapids Medical Clinic during Parent Teacher Conferences (on October 9th) from 4:00 to 7:00. If you would like your child to receive the flu shot, please bring them to the auxiliary gym at the elementary school... and please have the following survey completed.
Flu Shot Clinic Survey (must be completed in order to receive the shot):
Form to complete prior to Flu Shot
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask!
Oct 9th from 4:00pm-7:00pm (during Parent/Teacher Conferences)
Please complete the following form prior to Oct 9th
https://forms.gle/YUv6Togj9AdDdppY6
Recognition night
Attention parents/guardians of 3rd - 6th grade volleyball players!!
Your daughter will be introduced/recognized during the starting line-ups for the varsity volleyball matches. 5th/6th grade girls will be recognized at the Thursday, Sept 25th match. 3rd/4th grade girls will be recognized at the Tuesday, Sept 30th match.
The intros will take place just prior to the varsity volleyball match starting. JV match is set to begin at 6:00 - please have your daughter present by 6:30 that night.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Coach O’Hara at jean.ohara@k12.sd.us
Chester Area is looking for Substitute Custodians!
Hours would be from 12:30-8:30 on an as-needed basis.
Will pay to train!
Contact Dr. Kludt at 605.489.2411 for more information!
October Parent Connection Newsletter:
October brings a focus on kindness and safety. This month, we’re sharing resources to prevent bullying and build a supportive, connected school community for every child.
Bullying can lead to anxiety and school avoidance, leaving children feeling unsafe and overwhelmed. This issue offers strategies to identify warning signs and help children feel supported.
You can read and share the newsletter online in multiple languages or download the PDF in English https://5il.co/3pttt or Spanish https://5il.co/3pttu
This month’s Parent Guidance Mental Health Newsletter focuses on suicide prevention, a topic that can be difficult but is so important for families and schools to address together. The newsletter offers practical tips, conversation starters, and resources to help parents recognize warning signs and support their children. I encourage you to take a few minutes to read it—you may find it helpful not only for your own family, but also in knowing how to support others in our community.
Find the newsletter here: English Version https://5il.co/3o50r Spanish Version: https://5il.co/3o50q
