Stetser Family Update
October 30 - November 3, 2023
November's Theme: Meeting the Challenge
Daily Affirmation
I am a Scholar from Stetser Elementary School.
Today I have a new chance to become wiser.
I will strive to reach each goal.
I will be an active listener.
I will work diligently and give my best effort.
I will share what I learned with my family, community and friends.
Why?
Because I am a scholar from Stetser Elementary School.
Students Must Be Present and On Time Daily
Families, it's imperative that students come to school daily, on time, and stay the duration of the school day. Valuable instructional time is lost when students arrive late. Teachers begin lessons at 9:00am daily. Thank you for your help in getting all students to the building on time!
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Trunk or Treat
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Fifth grade will go on a field trip to Taylor Arboretum Wednesday, November 1, 2023. Students can wear rain boots/boots on this field trip. Permission slips have been sent home. All eligible students must return a completed permission slip signed by their parent/guardian. Verbal permission is not accepted. Bagged lunch is provided to all students.
Fire Prevention Lessons
Fire safety education plays a vital role in equipping students and staff with the knowledge and skills necessary to respond appropriately in a fire emergency. Friday, November 3, 2023, all students will participate in Fire Safety lessons from Chester Fire Station #2.
Early Dismissal
As reflected in the welcome packets sent to families on June 29, 2023, Early Dismissals End at 3:00pm. If you need to pick your child up early, you must arrive at the building before 3:00pm. Do not call the main office and ask for your child to be sent down to the front or that you are on your way to get your child. Children will only be called down to the front office when the parent or guardian comes to properly sign their child out before 3:00pm. Please plan accordingly.
The Counseling Connection
Daily Reading at Home
Book of the Week
School-Wide Goals
Families, together we can achieve anything! Below are school-wide goals that we will focus on for the 2023-2024 school year.
- At least 50% of students in grades 3-5 score proficient or higher on standardized testing
- Daily attendance rate at least 90%
Did You Know?
Weekly Inspirational Quote
Emergency Contacts
Parents, if you need to update your emergency contact list please email our secretary, Ms. Beverly Howard, at bhoward@chesteruplandsd.org. Your child will not be released to any individuals that you did not list on your emergency contact list.
Volunteer Process
As of July 1, 2023, Chester Upland School District initiated a new process for all volunteers.
- All potential district volunteers are required to submit a volunteer application on the district’s website. Volunteers must submit the necessary clearances with the application. The application is titled 2023-2024 Volunteer Application. Human Resources / Human Resources (chesteruplandsd.org)
- Once the completed application is submitted, Human Resources will review.
- Approved volunteers will be placed on the board agenda for Receiver approval.
Please note that individuals who are not listed on a board agenda and approved by the Receiver, will not be permitted to volunteer at a school or event/program.
Chester Upland School District Calendar
Stetser Gator Pledge
Gators are respectful, responsible, caring, and safe.
They accept differences,
Tell an adult,
Offer a helping hand,
Refrain from name calling and
Stand up for what is right.
I am a Stetser gator; I am respectful, responsible, caring and safe.
Academic Success Under Construction!
We are CUTTING out all distractions, TIGHTENING our study habits, HITTING the books, MEASURING success and NAILING our assessments!
Stetser Elementary School
Website: https://www.chesteruplandsd.org/Domain/9
Location: 808 East 17th Street, Chester, PA, USA
Phone: 610-447-3795
Facebook: Facebook.com/stetsergators