High Plains Alternative School - Chester Virtual School

05/15/2026

Today was the day for diplomas! We had a wonderful problem.... Too big of a crowd to hold our graduation inside. ❤️ Thankfully, South Dakota weather cooperated and we celebrated 12 of our 25 graduates today! Others will be walking tomorrow at the Chester High School graduation, while others have quietly received their diplomas during the year with a celebration picture, and others still quietly collect it escaping the camera. No matter how they choose to accept their diploma, the feelings of pride remain the same. The future is bright! This is just the beginning! 🎓💐👨‍🎓👩‍🎓🎉

05/04/2026

Just jumping on here for some pearls of wisdom for 2027 graduates. If you are planning to attend college or tech school, you do NOT have to wait until you are completely done to apply. Some tech programs fill very fast, so applying early is crucial to secure your spot. They will accept you contingent on you finishing your schooling, along with other application requirements.

Another tidbit for you is that colleges and tech schools require an official transcript. This means it needs to come directly from the school to them. All you need to do is reach out to Chester High School and ask the wonderful administrative assistant to send the school an official transcript to the school(s) you are applying to.

Reach out with any questions! Here's to the bright futures of our HPAP students!

04/27/2026

What sets us apart from other online programs? Real people! We offer both onsite and online education options, however, even if you are an online student (like one of the students in the picture), our teachers will welcome the opportunity to work face to face to help you through any material challenging you.

03/15/2026

Two hour late start tomorrow, March 16th. Stay safe!

02/12/2026

No school tomorrow, February 13th, or Monday, February 16th. Enjoy the long weekend!

02/09/2026

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Internet Safety Parent/Community Presentation March 10th 5:30 pm

02/05/2026

No school tomorrow, February 6th, due to teacher in-service! Enjoy the long weekend!

02/02/2026

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I mean, I wouldn't mind! ;)

Just wondering, what is your go to coffee order? What do you drink if you’re making it at home?

01/25/2026

Two hour late start tomorrow, January 26th, due to extreme morning temperatures.

01/24/2026

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2026 Alliance Communications Scholarship Application Alliance Communications will award nineteen $1,000 scholarships to graduating seniors from each of the following school districts: Alcester-Hudson, Baltic, Brandon Valley, Garretson, Hills-Beaver Creek, Howard, Oldham-Ramona, Tri-Valley, and West....