Stetser Weekly Parent Update
May 1, 2026
SHOUT OUT
I would like to take this opportunity to SHOUT OUT the parents of our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade scholars. Because of YOUR support at home, we have a 100% completion rate for our ELA and Science PSSAs and 98% for Math🎉
We will be holding make-up sessions for this coming week.
Upcoming Dates
May 4th - 7th: PSSA Make-Ups
May 4th - 8th: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 8th: Dress Down Day - Dress as your favorite teacher/staff member
May 8th: Gator Assembly @ 9:30 am
May 11th: 5th Grade Trip to Widener University Science Lab
May 13th: Family Literacy Night from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
May 15th: Design FC Trip
May 20th: Elmwood Park Zoo - Whole School Field Trip
May 20th: Math 24 Competition
May 21st: 3rd Grade Violin Concert @2:30 pm
May 27th: District-wide Spring Concert at Chester High School @5:00 pm
May 28th: 5th Grade Ballroom Dancing Recital @2:45 pm
May 28th: Last Day of the Afterschool Program
May 29th : 5th Grade Dance (see flyer below)
May 29th: Last Day of Morning Care
June 2nd: Field Day (Rain Date June 3rd)
June 4th: 5th Grade Trip to Dick's Sporting Goods
June 10th: Promotion Ceremonies: Pre-K @ 9:30 am; Kindergarten @ 10:45, Fifth Grade @ 12:00 pm
Teacher Appreciation Week May 4th - 8th
This coming week is teacher appreciation week...please take a moment to write a kind message to a staff member or two:
Friday, May 8th will be a dress down day for all students: Dress as your favorite teacher or staff member!
Family Literacy Night
Design FC Showcase
On Wednesday, our DesignFC Club members had the opportunity to share their completed jersey designs with their families.
Academic Adventures Summer Program
Sign Up Now! Academic Adventure Summer Program
Our Academic Adventure Summer Program is now accepting applications for students entering K – 8th Grades.
The summer program will include ELA and Math enrichment, fun activities, and field trips. Transportation will be provided.
Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the appropriate links below to access the application in English or Spanish.
Program Details:
WHEN: Monday, June 22 – Thursday, July 23
WHERE: Toby Farms Intermediate School
TIME: Mondays - Thursdays (8: 30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
5th Grade Dance
Registration for the 2026-27 School Year is now open!
Student Registration is Now Open
Great news! Registration is officially open for both the remainder of the 2025–2026 school year and the upcoming 2026–2027 school year for the Chester Upland School District.
Families may complete enrollment using PowerSchool Enrollment for:
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The remainder of the 2025–2026 school year
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The upcoming 2026–2027 school year
Parents of new students or families who have not yet completed registration can begin the process now.
The registration links can be found on our website under “Student Registration” at the top of the page or by visiting the link below:
● General Student Registration Page: https://www.chesteruplandsd.org/for-families-students/student-registration
● Pre-K Registration Page: https://www.chesteruplandsd.org/for-families-students/pre-k-counts
● STEM Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzcs0IZ5rOUim86e9WibPdCYFXpk5ylHTDxR_HE5q1C2QjMg/viewform
Coin Wars
Updated Contact Information and Emergency Contact Information
If you or any one listed as an emergency contact has updated contact information, please add it to this Google Form linked below.
PBIS at Stetser
Stetser Gators are:
Respectful
Responsible
Caring
Safe
Students earn Gator Teeth for following school expectations.
Congratulations to our March Gators of the Month:
Ezra
Micaiah
Kamiyah
Adrian
Journii
Jabri
Xavier
Azalea
Tori
Endia
Skyla
Adrielys
Michael
Mercedes
Zaphir
Iyla May
Zuri
Skyla
Zoey
Absence Notes
Nurse's Notes
Parents/Guardians of Pre-K, Kindergarten and First Grade students,
Please send in a full change of clothes to keep in your child's backpack in case of accidents.
Parents - please send all up to date physicals and dental information to Nurse Perkins as you receive them from your health care professionals.
Please ensure that if your child requires the use of an inhaler that you are return the asthma action plan to Nurse Perkins.
Yearly Health Screenings are required and taking place:
● Annually (Grades K–12):
○ Growth Screening (Height and weight; BMI percentile calculated)
○ Vision Screening
○ Hearing Screenings: Kindergarten, Grades 1, 2, 3, 7, and 11
○ Physical Examinations: Required in Kindergarten or 1st grade, Gr. 6, Gr. 11
○ Dental Examinations: Required in Kindergarten or 1st grade, Gr. 3, Gr. 7
Clipper Connection E-Newsletter
The new edition of Clipper Connection (4/29/26) is linked below
Clippers' Athletic Calendar
Social Emotional Learning
Victory Pantry
Accepting Donation to Help CUSD Students & Families
We are continuing to collect donations for our Victory Pantry.
WHAT IS THE VICTORY PANTRY?
An initiative through the Office of Student Success & Engagement that was developed to support students and families identified under the McKinney-Vento Act, which provides protections and services for students experiencing housing instability.
At this time, the district is seeking non-perishable food items to support students and families experiencing housing instability. Donations can be coordinated directly with Ms. Bowser.
For questions or to arrange a drop-off, please contact Ms. Bowser:
EMAIL: dbowser@chesteruplandsd.org
Community News
Volunteer Information
Below are direction from www.chesteruplandsd.org:
- Volunteer Clearances
Legislation in Pennsylvania requires community members and parents to obtain clearances in order to volunteer in our schools. If you have previously submitted your clearances to the Human Resources office, they are good for five (5) years from the date of the clearance.
Governor Wolf has waived the fees associated with the Pennsylvania State Police—Criminal Background Check and the Child Abuse History Clearance. Since the FBI clearance is a federal program, those costs still remain; however, the district has decided to permit individuals who have resided in Pennsylvania continuously for ten years or more to sign a certification form that saves the volunteer the expense of the fee, ensures compliance with the law, and allows the district to maximize student safety.
Understanding that many community members will want to begin the process of securing clearances so that they are prepared for the start of the school year, we have provided several links and directions to assist you. Once you have obtained the requisite clearances, please bring them to the Human Resources office for the Chester Upland School District, located 1350 Edgmont Avenue, Chester PA 19013. Please be prepared to present a valid driver’s license or other photo identification. Our Human Resources Department will then add your name to the district list so that our educators can readily ensure that volunteers have the proper clearances.
Directions for Obtaining Clearances for Volunteers Who Have Resided in Pennsylvania Continuously for 10+ Years
- Complete ACT 34—Pennsylvania State Police—Request for Criminal Record Check
- Complete ACT 151—Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance—Online Application
- Drop off paperwork at the Chester Upland School District Human Resource Office. Please be prepared to present a valid driver’s license or other photo identification.
- Print and Complete this Volunteer Information and Certification Form.
Directions for Obtaining Clearances for Volunteers Who Have Resided in Pennsylvania for Less Than 10 Years
- Complete ACT 34—Pennsylvania State Police—Request for Criminal Record Check
- Complete ACT 151—Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance—Online Application
- Complete Act 114—FBI Fingerprinting—To schedule your appointment, visit https://uenroll.identogo.com and enter Service Code 1KG6XN. You may also call 844-321-2101 to schedule an appointment
- Complete ACT 114—FBI Fingerprinting
Be certain to register under the Pennsylvania Department of Education. - Drop off paperwork at the Chester Upland School District Human Resources Office. Please be prepared to present a valid driver’s license or other photo identification.
Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Please use this link to view the daily breakfast and lunch menus
https://chesteruplandsd.nutrislice.com/menu/stetser
Just a note - we do not serve Peanut Butter - Sun butter is used.
Updated Contact Information
If you need to update any of your contact information please email Ms. Jones in the main office at tjones@chesteruplandsd.org
