REMINDER TO SIGN UP! BETA BUDDIES AFTER-SCHOOL MENTORSHIP PROGRAM – THERE IS STILL TIME TO SIGN UP AND SPOTS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! Exciting Announcement from Chaffee Senior Beta Club! Making Waves in Learning & Leadership Every Thursday (unless stated) from March 20–May 8, 2025. The Chaffee Senior Beta Club is thrilled to introduce Beta Buddies, an after-school mentorship program designed to support younger students (4th-8th grade) in academics, leadership, and personal growth. This FREE program offers: Homework help & study skills; Positive role models & leadership opportunities; Fun, hands-on activities in a supportive environment; A completely free, valuable learning experience; When? Every Thursday (unless stated) from March 20 - May 8; Where? Chaffee Junior/Senior High School; Time? 3:15 - 4:45 PM; Spots are limited, and filling out the form does not guarantee selection. Mrs. Rodgers will send emails to those selected by March 14. Apply now: The form is available on the Chaffee Beta Club Facebook page, OR the school elementary and Jr/Sr High School webpages, OR at https://forms.gle/nN9nzgVcA5s8PXa4A. Don’t miss out on this opportunity for your student!
REMINDER -- PAJAMA DAY AT CHS ON FRIDAY, MARCH 14: Beta Club is hosting a PJ Day at CHS on Friday, March 14, to help raise money for Nationals. Please bring $1.00 Thursday morning. Beta members will be at each door to take money and give you a sticker. All proceeds will go towards Beta Club’s trip to Nationals in June.
Buses are running late this afternoon. The 2nd grade field trip just arrived back to school.
CONGRATS LADY DEVILS ACADEMIC ALL STATE -- Congratulations to our CHS Lady Devils Academic All State – Jordynn Brown, Millie Carroll, Carlyanne Cossou, Abbigale Hanback, Jocelyn Hanlon, Jersie Lynn, Bailey Robertson, Malinah Robertson, Addison Uhrhan, Leah Vandeven, Reese Van Pelt, and Paige Wilhite. Congrats Lady Devils!
CONGRATS ALL SCOTT-MISSISSIPPI CONFERENCE HONOREES -- Congratulations to our CHS All Scott-Mississippi Conference selection honorees for basketball – Kiersten Arnold (All-Conference Honorable Mention), Carlyanne Cossou (1st Team All Conference), Nolan Fowler (1st Team All Conference), Bailey Robertson (1st Team All Conference). Congrats!
REMINDER -- SPRING SPORTS PICTURES ON MARCH 13 – The Spring sports pictures (HS Baseball, HS Track, JH Track) are scheduled for Thursday, March 13th. Athletes need to bring all equipment and uniforms that are needed. The schedule will be: 12:00 pm--High School Track; 12:30 pm--Junior High Track; 1:00 pm--High School Baseball
REMINDER – 2ND GRADE FIELD TRIP ON MARCH 12 -- The 2nd Grade School Sponsored Field Trip will be on Wednesday, March 12, at the Bonne Terre Family Fun Center. Address: 111 Old Orchard Rd, Bonne Terre, MO 63628. Information and permission forms were previously sent home. ~Parents may come but must drive themselves and pay for admission. ~Please do not send any electronics with your child. ~Please make sure your child wears socks and tennis shoes. ~Students need to be at school no later than 8:00 a.m. ~Lunch will be provided for the students. ~The bus will return at approximately 2:40 p.m.
REMINDER – DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME -- Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 9th, at 2:00 a.m. Time to “spring forward” one hour.
MAINTENANCE TEAM APPRECIATION DAY! Chaffee R-2 Schools would like to recognize our awesome maintenance and custodial team who are responsible for maintaining our school facilities, keeping our school running smoothly, and ensuring that our buildings, grounds, and facilities are ready for students and staff every day. Thank you to Raymond Spies, our #1 maintenance supervisor. From fixing and building things to problem-solving, Raymond always lends a helping hand with a smile. Thank you to our wonderful custodial team -- Debbie Flanigan, Brenda Hester, Kelly Glastetter, Angela Sadler and Jennifer Dodds. From spotless hallways to well-maintained classrooms, they make our school a better place every day. The behind-the-scenes efforts of our maintenance and custodial team keeps our school running smoothly, safe, clean, and welcoming for all. We are so grateful for their hard work and commitment to our schools!
REMINDER – NO SCHOOL ON MARCH 7 AND MARCH 10 – There will be no school for students on Friday, March 7 and Monday, March 10.
PAJAMA DAY AT CHS IN MARCH SPONSORED BY SENIOR BETA CLUB – The Senior Beta Club is hosting a Pajama Day for Junior/Senior High students and staff! For $1.00, Jr/Sr High students and staff can wear their favorite pair of pajamas to school every Friday during the month of March! Beta members will be at both entrances on Friday mornings to take money and give stickers to those who are participating! ** Since we have a four-day week this week (March 3-6), we will be hosting PJ Day on THURSDAY, MARCH 6! All proceeds will go towards Beta Club’s trip to Nationals in June.
REMINDER -- BETA CLUB FAMILY GAME NIGHT ON FRIDAY, MARCH 7 -- Looking for a fun way to spend the evening with your family? Come to Family Game Night on Friday, March 7, from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm at Chaffee Elementary Gym sponsored by Chaffee Beta Club. What to Expect: ~A variety of board games for all ages. ~Delicious refreshments. ~Exciting door prizes. ~A chance to unplug, laugh, and create lasting memories. Cost: $10 per family when you sign up online. $15 per family at the door. Register now! Scan the QR code on the flyer (which can be found on the school website or school Facebook page) to sign up and save! Don’t miss out on this night of friendly competition and family fun! See you there!
REMINDER – KISS A PIG FUNDRAISER AT CES ENDS MARCH 6TH -- Don’t forget to bring your spare change or cash to vote between March 3rd-6th for the CES staff member you want to see kiss the pig! Students can bring money each day to vote on the staff member that they would like to see kiss the pig on Thursday, March 6th. There will be a table set up near the old office during the arrival time period of the day. The person with the most money in their jar will have to pucker up on March 6th to kiss the pig! We can’t wait to see who that lucky person will be!
REMINDER -- 5TH & 6TH GRADE SPRING CONCERT ON MARCH 6 -- The 5th and 6th Grade Spring Concert will be on Thursday, March 6, at 5:30 pm in the Elementary Gym. Students should arrive by 5:15 pm and go to their classrooms.
MARCH 2025 - SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION MONTH -- The Missouri School Board Association (MSBA) and Governor Mike Kehoe have proclaimed the month of March 2025 as School Board Recognition Month. Chaffee R-2 School District would like to recognize and thank our dedicated members of the Chaffee R-2 Board of Education for their local leadership, commitment, and service to our school, students, staff, and community. Their leadership helps guide the future of our school, and we are grateful for their service. Thank you to the following Chaffee School Board members who commit their time, leadership, and dedication year round to serve our students, staff, school, and community. Thank you -- Mr. Steve Seyer, Mrs. Lori Whistler, Mr. Blaine Swinford, Mr. Jason Berry, Mr. Wade Cannon, Mr. Jon Kessler, Mrs. Micki Horrell.
NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST WEEK (MARCH 3-7, 2025) -- National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) celebrates the importance of a nutritious school breakfast in fueling students for success. This special observance during the first week of March celebrates the National School Breakfast Program and the many ways it gives students a great start every day. We are grateful for our cafeteria staff in each of our buildings who work tirelessly to prepare delicious meals for our students each day! We appreciate all that they do to keep our students fueled and ready to learn.
CONGRATULATIONS CHS BAND STUDENTS - Congratulations to the following CHS Band students who participated in the Southeast District Solo Music Festival at Jackson High School and received the following ratings. ~Eve O'Neal (Trumpet Solo) - Exemplary Rating (State Qualifier). ~Jacob Myers (Baritone Solo) - Exemplary Rating (State Qualifier). ~Kaylee Schafer (Flute Solo) - Satisfactory Rating. ~Keira Biggs (Clarinet Solo) - Outstanding Rating. ~Lucinda Butler (Flute Solo) - Satisfactory Rating. Congratulations to these students on their hard work and achievements.
READ ACROSS AMERICA AT CES (WEEK OF MARCH 3-6, 2025)! MONDAY, MARCH 3: Cozy Up to a Good Book! Slip into your comfiest pajamas to snuggle up with your favorite book! TUESDAY, MARCH 4: Book Character Day! Step into the pages of your favorite story and bring your beloved characters to life! Show off your love of reading by dressing up as a book character that inspires you. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5: Dr. Seuss Day! Celebrate the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss by dressing up as your favorite character from his beloved books! THURSDAY, MARCH 6: Hats off to Reading! Top off your love of reading with your favorite hat! Let’s tip our hats to all of the stories that have taken us on unforgettable adventures! FRIDAY, MARCH 7: No School
CONGRATULATIONS LADY DEVILS -- Congratulations to our Lady Devils and their success this basketball season. They wrap up their season with a 17 and 7 record. Way to go Lady Devils!
CONGRATULATIONS CONNOR BERRY -- Congratulations CHS Senior, Connor Berry, for placing at SkillsUSA "Electrical Construction Wiring" District Competition! Congrats Connor!
