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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.
SELINSGROVE, PA — Susquehanna University graduate Dylan Raymond of Glenmoore, Chester County, has been named to Graphic Design USA’s prestigious Students to Watch list, highlighting top emerging talent from design …
Chester County’s Rising Star: Dylan Raymond Named One of America’s Top Design Students — See How He’s Making Waves! Read More
MECHANICSBURG, PA — LeadingAge PA has announced the recipients of its 2025 Professional Development Scholarship Program, awarding nearly $40,000 in scholarships to 31 dedicated aging services professionals across Pennsylvania. Among this …
Chester County’s Kylie Paulson Among 31 Awarded LeadingAge PA Professional Development Scholarships Read More
BETHLEHEM, PA — Dr. Juan Zheng, assistant professor in the Teaching, Learning, and Technology program at Lehigh University’s College of Education, has been awarded a grant from the National Science …
Lehigh University Professor Awarded NSF Grant to Advance AI Literacy Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Elementary and Secondary Education has issued new guidance for states to utilize federal funds under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act …
U.S. Department of Education Issues Guidance to Support School Improvement and Expand Student Choice Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Two aspiring educators took a significant step toward their teaching careers through West Chester University’s Partnering in Raising Inclusive, Zealous Educators (PRIZE) Program. Marissa Herring, of …
West Chester University’s PRIZE Program Celebrates New Commitments Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has unveiled its latest educational facility, the Child & Career Development Center – Engle Education Campus, positioned to serve over …
New Engle Education Campus to Launch in Chester County Read More
This fall, the Octorara Area School District will reorganize its schools. Grades are being shifted, students reassigned, and one building—Octorara Elementary School—will be mostly shut down. It’s being called a …
Too Little, Too Late — Octorara’s Budget Woes Were Avoidable Read More
MEDIA, PA — Dr. Marta Yera Cronin, President of Delaware County Community College, has been elected to the Board of Directors for the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC). Her …
Delaware County Community College President Dr. Marta Yera Cronin Elected to AACC Board Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College hosted its annual Continuing Education and Workforce Development Completion Ceremony, honoring the accomplishments of program completers and GED graduates. The ceremony recognized 74 individuals …
Cecil College Celebrates Continuing Education and Workforce Development Completers Read More
MEDIA, PA — Sixty-one new police officers celebrated their graduation from Delaware County Community College‘s Municipal Police Academy on Thursday, June 12, during a ceremony held at Ridley High School …
Delaware County Police Academy Graduates Largest Class in History Read More