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There are numerous elementary, secondary, and higher institutions of learning in Chester County Pennsylvania, which is home to the Chester County Intermediate Unit, 14 public school districts, many independent and private schools, charter schools, multiple colleges and universities, and the Chester County Library System. In general, Chester County’s top public schools also rank as the top-performing public schools in Pennsylvania and the United States.
HARRISBURG, PA — A new analysis from the Pipeline Education Fund’s School Board Spotlight project has reignited debate over politics in Pennsylvania classrooms, revealing that numerous school boards across the …
Pennsylvania School Boards Face Scrutiny Over Partisan Policies and Student Impact Read More
CECILTON, MD — The Upper Bay Ruritan Club, a long-standing champion of youth and community development, honored Bohemia Manor High School graduates this week during its annual October meeting, recognizing …
Ruritan Club Invests in Tomorrow’s Leaders With Local Scholarships Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit has promoted veteran educator Victor W. Brown, Jr. to principal of the CCIU Learning Center, marking a key leadership appointment for one …
Victor W. Brown, Jr. Named Principal of CCIU Learning Center Read More
IMMACULATA, PA — Immaculata University’s Cue & Curtain Theatre will stage Curtains!, a Depression-era comedy by David Sodaro, as its annual fall production. Performances will take place in Alumnae Hall …
Immaculata University’s Cue & Curtain to Present Depression-Era Comedy “Curtains!” Read More
BETHLEHEM, PA — Lehigh University College of Education invites educators, policymakers, and the public to a webinar titled Promoting Equity for Multilingual Learners with Disabilities on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from …
Lehigh University Hosts Webinar on Promoting Equity for Multilingual Learners with Disabilities Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The 2025 Chester County College Fair will be held Monday, October 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at United Sports in Downingtown, offering high school students and …
Chester County College Fair Returns October 27 With 160+ Colleges and Universities Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Downingtown STEM Academy and Downingtown High School East recently hosted community engagement events through the Making Connections program, a district initiative that brings students and local police …
Downingtown Schools Strengthen Police–Student Relations Through ‘Making Connections’ Program Read More
AVONDALE, PA — The Avon Grove School District has launched the Little Friends Early Learning Lab, an innovative preschool program that pairs early childhood education with high school career readiness. …
Avon Grove School District Launches Early Learning Lab to Inspire Future Educators Read More
CHESTER SPRINGS, PA — Montgomery School students recently took part in the creation and installation of a 2,200-square-foot rain garden designed to protect Pickering Creek, a tributary of the Schuylkill …
Montgomery School Installs New Rain Garden to Protect Pickering Creek and Promote Environmental Education Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Five West Chester University students are channeling their coursework into community impact with The Great Pumpkin Play Day, a family-oriented fall festival set for Sunday, October …
Students Turn Classroom Project Into Community Fall Festival for a Cause Read More