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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.
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Philadelphia Eagles backup quarterback Tanner McKee recently visited the Downingtown Area School District (DASD), bringing a powerful message of character, community, and perseverance to elementary students. McKee’s …
Eagles Star Tanner McKee Touches Hearts and Inspires Hope in Downingtown Students Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College and Goucher College have solidified a partnership aimed at simplifying the pathway to a four-year degree for Maryland students. The newly established Goucher Transfer …
New Cecil College and Goucher College Agreement Guarantees Transfer Opportunities Read More
STROUDSBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania House Education Committee continued its statewide review of cyber charter school accountability with a third informational meeting held on Thursday, May 8, at Stroudsburg High …
PA House Education Committee Calls for Cyber Charter School Reforms Read More
EXTON, PA — The Chester County Library is excited to host its annual “Read Local!”—now in its second year—a celebration of local creativity featuring authors and illustrators from Chester County …
Chester County Library Will Host Local Author Showcase on May 18th Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Western Governors University (WGU) and Cecil College have announced a new partnership designed to provide students and graduates with streamlined pathways to earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees. …
WGU and Cecil College Partner to Expand Educational Opportunities in Maryland Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Moravian Academy emerged victorious at the 34th Pennsylvania State Academic Competition held at the Pennsylvania State Capitol on Friday, May 2. The Northampton County school’s academic team …
Moravian Academy Triumphs in 2025 Pennsylvania State Academic Competition Read More
MEDIA, PA — Elisa Ford, a Delaware County Community College (DCCC) alumna and respected SEPTA executive, will deliver the keynote address at the College’s Commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 15, …
DCCC Alumnus Elisa Ford to Inspire Graduates at 2025 Commencement Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A growing crisis in Pennsylvania’s early care and education sector took center stage on Monday as lawmakers, advocates, and child care providers gathered to call for urgent …
Pennsylvania Leaders Rally to Address Early Education Teacher Shortage Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A groundbreaking approach to university funding in Pennsylvania is on the horizon as the state’s Performance-Based Funding Council unanimously adopted a report laying out a framework to …
Pennsylvania Moves Toward Accountability in Higher Education with Performance-Based Funding Model Read More
EXTON, PA — Citadel Credit Union has celebrated 32 extraordinary educators with its 2025 Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, distributing over $85,000 in grants to recognize their outstanding contributions to …
Citadel Credit Union Honors 2025 Heart of Learning Award Recipients Read More