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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 — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced the allocation of $10.35 million in PAsmart Advancing Grants to 55 organizations across 29 counties, furthering the state’s commitment to …
Pennsylvania Invests $10.35 Million in STEM and CTE Education Programs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has announced new measures to broaden educational opportunities for …
Educational Freedom for Families: Bold ACF Plan Puts Parents in Control! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has announced the allocation of $14 million in grant funding to 15 public institutions of higher education, a move spearheaded by …
Pennsylvania Awards $14 Million to Expand Dual Credit Programs Across State Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — The Pennsylvania House Education Committee hosted its second hearing on May 2 in Johnstown as part of a statewide effort to address the financial implications of cyber …
Taxpayer Costs Under Fire: Calls for Reform in Cyber Charter School Funding Read More
MEDIA, PA — This summer, Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will transform its Marple Campus into a hub of creativity, innovation, and skill-building with its Summer Kids Camps program. Designed …
Delaware County Community College Offers Engaging Summer Kids Camps Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Area School District has announced key leadership changes at Rustin High School, with the appointment of Dr. Maggie Hunt as Principal and Dr. …
New Leadership Announced for Rustin High School Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University (WCU) is set to celebrate 3,176 graduates during its Spring Commencement ceremonies, which will run from Friday, May 9, through Sunday, May 11. …
West Chester University to Host 16 Ceremonies for Spring Commencement Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Rustin High School Band earned a place on the national stage this March as one of only five high school bands selected nationwide to perform …
Rustin High School Band Performs at Prestigious Percy Grainger Wind Band Festival Read More
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, PA — The Lincoln University men’s and women’s basketball teams scored big both on and off the court during the 2024-25 college basketball season. Through Food Lion Feeds’ …
Lincoln University Basketball Teams Help Donate 60,000 Meals Through Food Lion Feeds Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — This May, the Downingtown Area School District (DASD) is commemorating Jewish American Heritage Month and Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with a series of …
DASD Celebrates Jewish American and AAPI Heritage Month Read More