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Chester High News
37th Edition
Act 158 Pathways
Chromebook Return for Seniors
Seniors who do not return the device to the school prior to graduation must pay the full replacement fee prior to the school releasing final school documents (transcripts, diplomas, etc.) or allowing the student to participate in commencement services.
Summer Credit Recovery
Graduation Information Sheet for Families
Congratulations to the Class of 2023!
The official Commencement Ceremony will take place on Monday, June 12, 2023 at 11:00am. The ceremony will be hosted at the Neumann University, Miranda Center. While we know how very hard you have worked to reach this milestone there are a few protocols that you must be aware of to ensure we have a first class ceremony.
● Your academic regalia (cap and gown) are the focal point of your attire for the event. Please arrive dressed in your attire at your respective school.
● Decorations of any kind are not permitted on your cap or gown.
● Only school-district provided chords and stoles will be permitted to be worn.
● No bags will be permitted so please be sure cell phones fit in a pocket.
● Each student will be provided with 5 tickets for the graduation ceremony.
● PLEASE NOTE BALLOONS, SIGNS, NOISEMAKERS, CONFETTI, SILLY STRING, ETC. ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE BUILDING.
● Students must arrive at the respective school no later than 7:30am in order to participate in the ceremony. If students do not arrive at their respective schools by 7:30am they will not be permitted to participate in graduation.
● Students who appear to be under the influence of controlled substances will not be allowed to participate in graduation ceremony
● Appropriate and cordial behavior is expected at ALL TIMES of our graduates. Diploma processing will be subject to appropriate student behavior at all times during the graduation.
● We recommend you find an accountability partner to make sure that you arrive on time to your respective school. Keep each other accountable!
Neumann University Mirenda Center Guest Arrival Procedures:
● Doors open at 9:30am – Seating is Open – Guests encouraged to arrive early
● PLEASE NOTE BALLOONS, SIGNS, NOISEMAKERS, CONFETTI, SILLY STRING, ETC. ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE BUILDING.
● No guests will be permitted on the floor at any time.
● There will be a livestream of the graduation ceremony for those who are unable to attend.
Additional Important Dates:
Class Day: Tuesday, 6/6/23 at 10:00am at Chester High Auditorium. All Seniors and Families are invited to attend. Students who will be receiving awards will be notified in advance.
Cap & Gown Distribution: Chester High School will distribute caps, gowns, and tickets on during Field Day at Chester High School.
More information including directions to the campus of Neumann University will be posted on the Chester Upland School District website (www.chesteruplandsd.org). Graduates, please pay close attention to the details and share with your parents, guardians and family members to avoid any last minute confusion or discrepancies.
Thank you, and we look forward to working with you to plan a memorable series of events in honor of your high school graduation.
Congratulations Chester High School Class of 2023!