SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School

08/12/2026

School Closure for August 12, 2026

Good morning,

The SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School will be closed today due to a hazardous material fire, a shelter in place has been issued for portions of the Metro East. No students or staff should report today.

Please stay inside and be safe. We ask that you continue to monitor your emails, phone messages, websites and our social media for updates regarding reopening, operations and important information.

Thank you!

CHS Administration

08/12/2026

As we kicked off an exciting new school year, we extend our sincere appreciation to SWIC East St. Louis for supporting SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School in welcoming our scholars on their first day back to school.

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08/10/2026

🎉📚 Welcome Back, CHS Students! 📚🎉

Tomorrow marks the beginning of an exciting new school year, and we cannot wait to welcome you back to campus at SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School!

📌 Parents, Guardians, and Students:
Please take a moment to review the attached memo for important information regarding the first day of school schedule, arrival procedures, Chromebook distribution, student ID photos, and other key expectations.

07/14/2026

07/02/2026

JOIN US TOMORROW!

This free community event will provide a safe, open, and family-friendly space for residents to enjoy one of the region’s most beloved Independence Day traditions. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and their favorite snacks as we watch the spectacular fireworks display illuminate the St. Louis skyline. Two food trucks and a DJ will be available. Bring your family and join us!


Event Details:
• Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
• Time: Gates open at 8:00 PM; fireworks begin at 9:40 PM
• Location: 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., East St. Louis, IL 62201
• Cost: Free and open to the public

Rules:
• Do not bring grills - Grilling not allowed; open flame not allowed
• Alcoholic beverages are not allowed
• No fireworks allowed

06/25/2026

The Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Education Campus is excited to welcome families, friends, and neighbors from across the Metro East region to join us on Friday, July 3rd, for a community gathering and viewing of the Gateway Arch Fireworks Show.

This free community event will provide a safe, open, and family-friendly space for residents to enjoy one of the region’s most beloved Independence Day traditions. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs, blankets, and their favorite snacks as we watch the spectacular fireworks display illuminate the St. Louis skyline.

Event Details:
• Date: Friday, July 3, 2026
• Time: Gates open at 8:00 PM; fireworks begin at 9:40 PM
• Location: 601 James R. Thompson Blvd., East St. Louis, IL 62201
• Cost: Free and open to the public

Rules:
• Do not bring grills/Grilling not allowed/open flame not allowed
• Alcoholic beverages are not allowed
• No fireworks allowed

“We’re proud to offer our campus as a welcoming place for the community to come together and celebrate. This event is about connection, tradition, and creating a memorable experience with those we care about,” said Charles Mosley, Managing Director of the Wyvetter H. Younge Higher Education Campus for the Illinois Community College Board.

Parking will be available on-site. Early arrival is recommended.

Note: This event is for the fireworks show on Friday, July 3rd. The campus will not be open on Saturday, July 4th.

For questions or additional information, please contact Charles Mosley at [email protected].

06/25/2026

Congratulations to our new students and families who have been accepted for the 2026-2027 school year! We look forward to welcoming you all to the Charter Family.

We have a few spots available for new students in grades 9-12 for the upcoming school year. If you are interested in joining us, please see the links below to complete the 2026-2027 online application for the SIUE East St. Louis Charter High School:

Qualtrics link: https://siue.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9Ft5Q10a0hQz4iy

Access link from our school website: https://www.siue.edu/education/esl-charter-school/how-to-apply/index.shtml

Spaces limited! Apply today!

06/24/2026

Sign your 7th-12th grade students up for the FREE STEAM Camps TODAY! Registration ends this Friday!

06/22/2026

Time is running out! The registration deadline for our exciting STEAM Summer Camp is June 26th, and seating is limited.

Give your scholar the opportunity to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics through hands-on, engaging activities designed to inspire creativity and innovation.

👉 SIUE Summer STEAM Camp Registration
https://siue.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_71HS2ZrsDJPSqLY

For more information or assistance, please contact our main office at (618) 482-8370.

Don’t miss out on this incredible summer experience—register today!

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