Christopher Unit School District #99

Congratulations to the following students who have been accepted into this year's ILMEA District 6 Music Festival. On Saturday, November 22, these students will get to perform with hundreds of other talented musicians in Southern Illinois. We are so proud of you!🧡💙

Stop by the 148/14 4 Way and help support our Special Education Programs this morning. Thank you yo our Teachers and K of C Members.

Good afternoon!

Christopher Unit School District 99 will not be in session Monday, September 15, 2025.

As many of you know, there was a major water break in town over the weekend. After speaking with city officials, it has been brought to our attention that the water will be shut off in Christopher tomorrow to repair the break.

Unfortunately, this repair will result in no water for most of the school day tomorrow which presents many issues in both buildings to stay in session.

Students who attend outside districts will run as usual. Jr. High Baseball & Softball, CHS Volleyball and Football will still be playing their games tomorrow evening.

Thank you all for your understanding with this matter. The district will continue to keep you updated as information is provided tomorrow.

CUSD 99 Would like to remind spectators at events this year of district expectations.

Specifically, K-8 students must have a parent or guardian present at CHS events such as football and basketball games.

Please help support Bearcat Athletics by respecting our school policies and procedures so we may have nice facilities for many years to come!

Congratulations Bearcats on your home opener win! Congratulations to the players and coaches. It's a GREAT DAY TO BE A BEARCAT!🧡💙

Christopher CUSD #99 is Hiring a Bus Driver.

Please contact Transportation Director Ron Little (618) 724-9461, or stop by the High School Office to get an application.

Good afternoon, Tomorrow, Thursday Aug. 14th we have two bus changes to be aware of. The morning route for bus 23 route will pick up students approximately 30 minutes late. All students on bus 23 will have the option to eat breakfast once they arrive and will not be counted tardy. The afternoon route for bus 21 will arrive approximately 30 minutes early. Please make arrangements with the office if no one will be home at that time. Thank you for being patient with us as we begin the new school year.

CUSD #99 would like to welcome our new Superintendent Mrs. Kashia Cook! All District Staff Members received a shirt in honor of her first year 2025! This morning the High School staff was able to get a quick picture in her honor. We are looking forward to a fantastic year with Mrs. Cook!🧡💙

The Christopher High School Volleyball team will be selling Bearcat blankets for their fundraiser this year. Blankets are $30, 60”x 70”, and machine washable! Use the link to order! 🧡💙 https://mydesigns.teamthrows.com/f/chs-bearcat-volleyball

CUSD #99 is looking for: 1) Secondary Math Teacher Please submit a letter of interest, references, and credentials to: Mr. Gabe Sveda, Principal Christopher High School 1 Bearcat Drive, Christopher, IL 62822 gsveda@cpher99.org 2) 2 paraprofessionals at the elementary. Please submit a letter of interest, references, and credentials to: Mrs. Jodie Dawe Christopher Elementary School 501 South Snider St. Christopher, IL 62822 jdawe@ cpher99.org Come and be a Bearcat!🧡💙

We are hiring! Come and be a Bearcat!🧡💙

Today was the final day of the Bearcat Basketball Camp. The smiles and energy in that gym was amazing! We hope you all had a great time and learned a thing or two! Thank you for coming and have a fun summer!🧡💙

School is out for summer....unless you are coming to Summer School! We wanted you to know that the office hours at the Grade School and High School are Monday- Thursday from 8-2 and Friday 8-11. We hope you ALL have a wonderful summer and have some fun! See you August 6th!🧡☀️💙

Last but not least today we celebrated the retirement of Ms. Dhana Wheeler. Dhana has dedicated 31 years to teaching. We wish you all the best in your retirement. CUSD# 99 will miss you!🧡💙

The Summer Lunch Program runs June 2 - June 27. Lunch will be served from 11 AM to 1 PM in the CES Cafeteria. Adults (18+)- 3:00 and Children (under 18)- Free. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Today we celebrated Lisa Gariepy and Jeanette Towers for their combined 69 years of teaching. The halls of CUSD#99 will not be the same without you. We wish you all the best in your retirement!🧡💙

We are hiring! We would like you to join our amazing team! 🧡💙 The position is for an Elementary Instructor. The deadline is Friday, June 6. Please see the attachment below.

We are nearing the end of the school year and it is time to start thinking about School Physicals for 2025-2026 school year. Attached are the CUSD 99 requirements and a letter from CRHPC Rea Clinic Christopher offering free School and Sports Physicals. Please call and schedule ASAP.☀️

Bus 21 (Ms. Nicole) will be 40-45 minutes late this afternoon. If you would like to pick your child up after school instead, please make arrangements with their teacher or the front office. Thank you!

Good afternoon! Bus 24 is running 20-30 minutes late for afternoon drop off today. Thank you for your patience!