CES fall picture retakes are tomorrow! Anyone needing a picture for the yearbook or needing a new picture taken, may do so tomorrow.
Cross Country, Band, and Chorus will also have pictures taken.
Good morning. Earlier today, district administration was made aware that a student brought one 9mm bullet to school at CES. Local law enforcement and the CES threat assessment team were immediately contacted.
Please know the student did not make any threats, and it was determined no students are in danger. We simply write to inform you of this incident because it is our belief to be honest and transparent with parents about what happens at school.
Our district takes this matter very seriously and disciplinary actions will be taken in accordance with state law and our school code. The safety and security of our students will always be our top priority.
Lastly, we believe this situation is a good opportunity for you to talk to your child or children about bringing inappropriate items to school and the potential disciplinary action that could result from bringing prohibited items to school. When speaking to your child or children, please remind them if they see something, say something. Today’s incident was resolved in a quick and safe manner because students reported the incident to administration.
A few reminders!
-Tomorrow is an early dismissal at 2:00 PM.
-Friday is the Homecoming Parade at 1:15 PM. Notes have been sent home with details about dismissal at CES.
-No school next week for Fall Break: October 14 - 18. Students return to school on October 21.
-Tuesday, October 22: CES Picture Retakes
Homecoming week is upon us! Show your school spirit by participating in the CES dress up days.
*Friday will also be a hat day in conjunction with Bearcat Spirit Day. For a $1 donation, you may wear a hat during the school day. The donation will go to hurricane victims.
The CES Softball team plays tomorrow in Pinckneyville at 3:30 PM in the first round of the state series! Today, the CES Cheerleaders hosted a pep rally for the softball team. We wish our girls the best of luck! It's a great day to be a Bearcat!
Today's Bearcat Buggy was sponsored by a group of CES Retirees. Thank you Cathy English, Diana Kirk, Kathy Sveda, Cindy Pirsien, Sandy Bechtel, & Beth Benns!
Important information from the nurse's office:
The Illinois State Board of Education requires students in Kindergarten, 2nd, 6th, and 12th be in compliance with the state health requirements. Parents/Guardians have been notified by the school nurse via phone call and letter mailed home. If your child is noncompliant upon returning from Fall break, he/she will not be eligible to attend school. Please contact the nurse's office with questions.
Late this evening, we were made aware of a possible threat to school safety that was posted on social media. Immediately, with the help of the Christopher Police Department, we began the process of conducting a thorough investigation into the matter. The social media post has been deemed not credible.
The well-being of our students is our top priority, so we wanted to inform you of this incident and assure you it is safe for your child to attend school.
We want to thank the Christopher Police Department and ISP for their quick and professional response.
Important information regarding tonight's Bitty Bearcats performance!
Kickoff for the football game has been moved up to 6 PM. The cheer camp will still go on, as scheduled. Please drop your child off at 5 PM at the CHS Gym. We will practice in the gym and plan to perform at halftime, weather permitting. The Bitty Bearcats will be under the supervision of the CZR Cheerleaders and coach until the halftime performance is finished. Following the performance, the Bitty Bearcats will be released to their parents/guardians.
The CES Softball team plays in the regional championship game tomorrow at home. The game starts at 4 PM. Come out to support the Lady Cats!
Early dismissal on Wednesday!
The Bearcat Buggy made its rounds at CES! Today's buggy was sponsored by Ms. Wheeler.
The Bitty Bearcats Cheer Camp is next week! Sign up by Thursday to secure your spot.
The CES Open House and Book Fair are coming up this week!
Please see the attached information from the nurse's office.
Yesterday, the students and staff of CES filled the front lawn with flags to represent the lives lost in the 9/11/01 attacks. This morning, Mrs. Dawe lowered our flag to half-staff. We also took a moment of silence to honor those lost and the service men and women who responded to the attacks.
Parents/Guardians: Midterm grades are available on TeacherEase. Please log in to view your student's progress and grades.
The Bearcat Buggy made its way around CES this morning! Staff members got to pick a treat and a drink from the buggy. Thanks to Mrs. Dawe for sponsoring this week's cart! If you or your business is interested in sponsoring a cart, please call CES at 618-724-2631 or email Mrs. Dawe at jdawe@cpher99.org.
As a reminder, tomorrow is an early dismissal at 12:30 PM. Monday, September 2, there is no school in observance of Labor Day.
Friday, August 30: Early Dismissal at 12:30 PM
Monday, September 2: Labor Day, No School
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