Message from Interim Superintendent Dr. Latrice N. Mumin
Greetings, CUSD Families!
The countdown to the last day of school is on. With just eight (8) full days of school remaining, we're gearing up for a whirlwind of activities and celebrations.
Please note that the last day of school for Pre-K - 11th grade students will be Wednesday, June 12. Additionally, there will be several half-days for students to accommodate various end-of-year events.
In this newsletter, we'll highlight some recent events that have already taken place, including the 2024 Senior Prom and our International Day Celebration.We also have a packed calendar with field/fun days, school trips, and graduation ceremonies across the district.
I hope you enjoy this edition of Clipper Connection and are prepared for all of the activities that are scheduled to take place.
Key Dates to Remember:
- June 6 & June 7 (half-days for students)
- 14 days until the last day of school for all students (June 12)
- 15 days until High School Graduation (June 13)
- 19 days until the last day of school for teachers (June 17)
Happening Today! District-wide Music Concert
Our Still We Rise Spring music concert is today at 5:15 p.m.
Students from all district schools will be performing. The entire community is invited to come out and support our talented scholars.
There’s still time to get tickets. The cost is $5. You can purchase one at any CUSD school or you can call Dr. Bradley at 267-337-3123. The cost is $5.
I hope to see you there.
LOCATION: CHS (Auditorium)
REMINDER! Decision Day Tomorrow!
Our graduating students and student-athletes will be publicly declaring their post-graduation plans tomorrow. I am very excited to celebrate their academic achievements and future aspirations.
This is an invite-only event. Students who will be participating in the event should have contacted Mr. Franklin to RSVP. Parents, if you have any questions or concerns, please email
Girls Track Team Wins Gold at PIAA Track & Field Championship
Congratulations to our girls track team for winning the PIAA Class 3A 4x400 relay at the PIAA Track and Field Championships this past weekend.
Our Lady Clippers have dominated the track this entire year. If you remember, the team won the 4x200 relay at the state championship during the indoor season.
We are so proud of our Clippers. Congratulations again to Alasia Mosley, Daleeah Alexander, JaNaisa Dearry, Damira Allen, and Coach Jamal “Shake” Allen!
2024 Senior Prom
The 2024 Senior Prom was nothing short of amazing. Our scholars looked amazing and really embraced the Met Gala theme for the event.
Parents/families, you should be very proud! It’s no easy task getting a child ready for prom, but your hard work showed. Great job.
I would like to thank our dedicated prom committee and everyone else who helped to make the prom a memorable event.
And congratulations to the prom kings and queens.
KINGS:
De'Ron Bannister (STEM)
Kyren Staples (Chester High School)
QUEENS:
Dakota Payne (STEM)
Chazmirah Taylor (Chester High School)
You can check out more prom pictures on our Facebook Page. Click here.
College & Career Fair
The College and Career Fair we hosted in partnership with the Bountiful Blessing Foundation turned out great.
Nearly two dozen local employers participated in the event, providing our 11th and 12th-grade students and community members with the opportunity to explore potential employment prospects.
CUSD Celebrates Diversity at International Day Event
Recently, we hosted an International Day celebration to highlight our diverse student body and learn about various cultures and traditions.
The event was a lively display of heritage, with all CUSD children who qualify for the English Language Learners (ELL) program creating poster displays and short write-ups about their countries of origin.
Attendees were given passport journals to collect stickers as they visited the different countries and helpful resources for bilingual individuals.
In total, 13 countries were represented. The event also featured unique cultural food, decorations, festive music, and flags of various countries.
It was a great time and would not have been possible without the hard work of Dr. Carlena Parker and our ELL teachers. They did an amazing job pulling everything together. I would also like to give a big thank you to our high school ELL students who were also a big help.
When we celebrate our differences, we are better able to understand and respect each other. CUSD is proud to create events that promote diversity and inclusion as it brings us together as a community.
Did You Know?
CUSD has a diverse student population. Six percent of our scholars are immigrants, and among them, 90 percent identify as Hispanic/Latinx. Currently we have 150 students in grades K - 12 enrolled in our English Language Learners programs.
Toby Farms Hosts ‘Pastries with Parents’ Event
Last week, Toby Farms hosted a delightful 'Pastries with Parents' event where our scholars and their parent figures gathered for a fun time. The event was filled with coloring activities, engaging conversations, and delicious snacks.
It was truly heartwarming to witness the love and appreciation shared between our scholars and their families. Events like these highlight the strong bonds within our school community and the importance of family involvement in our students' lives.
