Six CHS seniors are among the top students in Southern Illinois

CHESTER – Six Chester High School seniors were honored at the 2025 Southern Illinois Society of High School Achievement (SISHSA) Banquet Thursday.

 

The event, which is in its 53rd year of existence, honors the top students across Southern Illinois. The banquet takes place at Southern Illinois University in Carbondale and features entertainment, a sit-down dinner, a guest speaker, and recognition of the chosen seniors. Each school nominated as many as six seniors for the honor.

Pictured are Chester’s nominees (left to right) including Alex Williamson, Whitney Sulser, Mirra Krieg, Elaina Lutman, Rylie Conley, and Will Welge. Jim Beers Photo