8/13/26: CES has power and will be in session today.
Tomorrow (8/12/26) is an early dismissal at 2:00 PM. The full academic calendar is available on the CUSD 99 app and our website (www.cpher99.org/o/ces/documents).
Good Luck to the CES Baseball and Softball Teams as they will host Trico today at 4:30 PM in non-conference action.
Bus 24 (Danny) is running very late and will depart CES shortly. Please bear with us this afternoon with all bus routes. We are making adjustments to get your student(s) home as quickly as possible.
The halls of CES are quiet tonight, but tomorrow morning we will welcome our Bearcats back for a new school year! Here are a few reminders as we prepare for tomorrow:
-Morning drop-off line: Please drive through on S Snider St to drop your student at the appropriate door. The parking lot is available if you need to enter the main office. (See the attached map.)
-Drop-off times: 7:30 - 8:05 AM
-Breakfast and lunch are free for all students
-Afternoon pick-up has not changed.
We wish all of our families a great school year and hope tomorrow is a fantastic day! We are excited to see everyone!
-Morning drop-off line: Please drive through on S Snider St to drop your student at the appropriate door. The parking lot is available if you need to enter the main office. (See the attached map.)
-Drop-off times: 7:30 - 8:05 AM
-Breakfast and lunch are free for all students
-Afternoon pick-up has not changed.
We wish all of our families a great school year and hope tomorrow is a fantastic day! We are excited to see everyone!
CES Meet the Teacher is tomorrow!
Parents and students are invited to stop by from 8:00–9:00 AM to meet their teacher, drop off school supplies, and pay book fees.
Book Fee for 26-27: $20
Please make payments directly to the homeroom teacher.
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow and kicking off another great school year!
Parents and students are invited to stop by from 8:00–9:00 AM to meet their teacher, drop off school supplies, and pay book fees.
Book Fee for 26-27: $20
Please make payments directly to the homeroom teacher.
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow and kicking off another great school year!
Bearcat Chair Seat Renewals Are Here!🧡💙
It’s time to renew your Bearcat Chair Seats at CHS for the 2026-2027 athletic season!
Reserve your favorite seats and enjoy FREE admission to all home athletic events, including:
• 🏐 All home Volleyball matches
• 🏀 All home Basketball games
• 🏈 All home Football games
• 🦃 The Turkey Tournament
Chair Seat Pricing:
• $100 per seat
• $75 per seat for Booster Club members
Meet the Teacher: August 7, 8-9 AM
Stop by CES to meet the teacher, drop off supplies, and pay book fees.
Book Fee for 26-27: $20
Fees will be paid to the homeroom teacher during meet the teacher. Accepted methods of payment are cash or check made out to CUSD 99. *Students who are direct certified are exempt from the fee.
First Day of School: August 10
Earliest drop-off time is 7:30 AM. Tardy bell rings at 8:05 AM.
Stop by CES to meet the teacher, drop off supplies, and pay book fees.
Book Fee for 26-27: $20
Fees will be paid to the homeroom teacher during meet the teacher. Accepted methods of payment are cash or check made out to CUSD 99. *Students who are direct certified are exempt from the fee.
First Day of School: August 10
Earliest drop-off time is 7:30 AM. Tardy bell rings at 8:05 AM.
Hey CZRE Football fans, here is your chance to get your fan gear. The store will be open until Thursday, August 6 at 2pm. So hurry up and purchase your apparel to show your team spirit! 🧡💙
https://czrebearcatfootball.itemorder.com/shop/home/
7/30/26: Our phone lines are currently down. We are working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. If you need assistance with registration, please email Adrea at apetro@cpher99.org. We apologize for any inconvenience!
TeacherEase is open to view homeroom teachers and junior high schedules! To view, use the teacherease.com website. Under the "Academics" tab at the top, click "Schedules".
Below is important information as we near the start of the school year:
-Meet the Teacher: August 7, 8-9 AM
Stop by CES to meet the teacher, drop off supplies, and pay book fees.
-Book Fee for 26-27: $20
Fees will be paid to the homeroom teacher during meet the teacher. Accepted methods of payment are cash or check made out to CUSD 99. *Students who are direct certified are exempt from the fee.
-First Day of School: August 10
CES new student registration is open! Click the link to register: https://www.teacherease.com/NewFamilyRegistration.aspx?refid=de45cb92-4e4f-447e-a947-99c8c7333e1f
These forms are necessary for your child to start school. Forms can be turned into the main offices at the High School or Grade School. 🧡💙
CES would like to invite our students and their parents/guardians to meet the teacher and drop off supplies on Friday, August 7 from 8-9 AM.
Can't make it? Don't worry! We will see our Bearcats on Monday, August 10, for our first day of school.
Stay tuned to the CUSD 99 app and CES Facebook: Next week, we will make an announcement when TeacherEase is open to view homeroom teachers!
School supply lists are available at:
https://app.teacherlists.com/schools/18487-christopher-elementary-school
*CUSD 99 has a clear backpack policy.
The 26-27 academic calendar is available at: https://www.cpher99.org/o/ces/documents
Can't make it? Don't worry! We will see our Bearcats on Monday, August 10, for our first day of school.
Stay tuned to the CUSD 99 app and CES Facebook: Next week, we will make an announcement when TeacherEase is open to view homeroom teachers!
School supply lists are available at:
https://app.teacherlists.com/schools/18487-christopher-elementary-school
*CUSD 99 has a clear backpack policy.
The 26-27 academic calendar is available at: https://www.cpher99.org/o/ces/documents
This is tomorrow! A wonderful opportunity to get ready for school. 🧡💙
Don't wait everyone get those kids registered for haircuts and school physicals, those things are pre registration only. Everything else will be free and available that day !! Over 1000 backpacks filled and ready to go , fun, free food, resources, clothing and shoes.
Today’s Softball Open Field is canceled due to rain. Tryouts are scheduled for Friday, July 17 and Monday, July 20 from 9-11 AM.
FYI: It's getting closer to the first day of school. August 10, 2026. We are excited to see everyone! Below is the health requirements for all ages. 🧡💙 CUSD #99 Health Requirements Students will NOT be able to attend school after October 1st
unless ALL required physical exams and immunizations are received. Preschool Students: Physical Exam (Parents please complete the yes/no questions on the back and sign and date) Complete immunization record signed by a doctor: check with your healthcare provider for compliance Birth Certificate Kindergarten Students: Physical Exam (Parents please complete the yes/no questions on the back and sign and date) Complete immunization record signed by a doctor: check with your healthcare provider for compliance Dental Exam (dental safari will be here in January to utilize if not done by then) Eye Exam in Illinois (by an eye doctor) form dated within one year of the first day of school Birth Certificate 2nd Grade Students: Dental Exam on IL form (dental safari will be here in January to utilize if not done by then) Sixth Grade Students: Physical Exam (Sports physical NOT acceptable, IL Certificate of Child Health Exam form required) Parents please complete yes/no questions on the back and sign and date Complete immunization record signed by a doctor, including (1)Tdap,(1)Meningitis-these are 6th grade requirements Dental Exam (dental safari will be here in January to utilize if not done by then) Ninth Grade Students: Physical Exam (Sports physical NOT acceptable, IL Certificate of Child Health Exam form required)-Parents please complete yes/no questions on the back and sign and date. Complete immunization record. Dental Exam (dental safari will be here in January to utilize if not done yet). Twelfth Grade Students: Proof of receiving (2) Meningitis vaccines: 2nd one after 16th birthday. Sports Physicals Required for all athletes annually. 6th and 9th graders do not need a separate sports physical since they should have a regular school physical on file. Turn this into the nurse also. Other Important Information Religious exemption for immunizations requires an Illinois Certificate of Religious Exemption form completed by parents and their family physician. Please fill out the BLUE medical form with any allergies, medication, and medical information that the nurse needs to know. If the student must take prescription drugs during school hours, a written order from their provider must be on file. If you are moving into our district from out of state, all medical forms are required (Illinois physical, immunization record, Illinois eye exam, Illinois dental exam). Please contact the school with any questions. 618-724-2631 or 618-724-9461.
CES Baseball open field and tryout announcement!
CES new student registration online portal will open on July 27. The link will be posted on our Facebook, website, and app.
Our school supply lists are available on TeacherLists: https://app.teacherlists.com/schools/18487-christopher-elementary-school
*As a reminder, CES has a clear backpack policy.
Stay tuned to the CES Facebook, website, and CUSD 99 app for important updates!
Our school supply lists are available on TeacherLists: https://app.teacherlists.com/schools/18487-christopher-elementary-school
*As a reminder, CES has a clear backpack policy.
Stay tuned to the CES Facebook, website, and CUSD 99 app for important updates!
CES Softball open field and tryout announcement!
