Stetser Weekly Parent Update

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, Math and Science PSSAs🎉

Widener University will be holding their graduation ceremonies this coming week so there may be increased traffic in the area. Ceremonies are occurring on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, May 12-14, with a rain date on the 15th if necessary.

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 15th: Elmwood Park Zoo permission slip and money due

May 19th: Stetser CLOSED for Election Day

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

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.)

• Academic Adventure Summer Camp Application (English)

• Academic Adventure Summer Camp Application (Spanish)

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:

• The remainder of the 2025–2026 school year

• 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:

Please note that the 2026-27 school year begins on Monday, August 31st.

If you or any one listed as an emergency contact has updated contact information, please add it to this Google Form linked below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd2PScYH9rSF7R1oN9bK3p4Rzjzc1sZ-_YvfTFKAcoftnE1bw/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Stetser Gators are:

Respectful

Responsible

Caring

Safe

Students earn Gator Teeth for following school expectations.

Congratulations to our April Gators of the Month:

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

The new edition of Clipper Connection (4/29/26) is linked below

https://app.smore.com/n/j0nsg

Clippers' Athletic Calendar

https://chesterclippers.com/clippers-calender

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

Chester Upcoming Events:

Check out this link for all things happening in the near future.

Upland Upcoming Events:

Check out this link for all things happening in the near future.

Eddystone/Ridley Events:

Check out this link for all things happening in the near future.

Chester City Summer Food Program 🍽️

Registration is now OPEN for the summer food program at FIVE locations in Chester, PA!

Make sure your children are signed up to receive FREE lunch this summer from June 29 through August 20.

📌Registration is First come, first serve

📌 Register online at chestercity.com

📌 Or visit Chester City Hall for a paper application

Don’t wait—secure your child’s spot today!

Any questions contact Mr. Laws mail: dlawmaker54.dl@gmail.com or Rasheedah Lee at 610-202-2704

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

1. Complete ACT 34—Pennsylvania State Police—https://epatch.pa.gov/home
2. Complete ACT 151—Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance— https://www.compass.dhs.pa.gov/CWIS or https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/resources/keep-kids-safe/child-abuse-clearances
3. 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.
4. 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

1. Complete ACT 34—Pennsylvania State Police—Request for Criminal Record Check
2. Complete ACT 151—Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance—Online Application
3. 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
4. Complete ACT 114—FBI Fingerprinting
   Be certain to register under the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
5. 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.

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.

If you need to update any of your contact information please email Ms. Jones in the main office at tjones@chesteruplandsd.org