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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.
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College freshman Jah Dean was selected as the recipient of the Donald J. Waldon Memorial Scholarship and was honored during the 49th annual scholarship banquet …
Cecil College Freshman Receives Donald J. Waldon Memorial Scholarship Read More
IMMACULATA, PA — Creativity, style, and student talent will take center stage this March as Immaculata University hosts its annual IU Fashion Show, an evening that brings together emerging student …
Immaculata University Students Take the Runway at Annual IU Fashion Show Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Students from Downingtown High School West gained firsthand insight into local policing while strengthening community relationships during a recent visit to the West Brandywine Township Police Department …
Downingtown Students Build Connections With Local Police Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College student Crystal Kalbaugh has been named a 2026 New Century Workforce Pathway Scholar by Phi Theta Kappa, an honor recognizing academic achievement, leadership, and …
Cecil College Student Named 2026 New Century Workforce Scholar Read More
CECIL COUNTY, MD — The Cecil Soil Conservation District has established the Edgar “Duty” Hevelow Memorial Scholarship to support students pursuing careers in natural resources and conservation, the district announced.
Cecil Soil Conservation District Announces Hevelow Memorial Scholarship Read More
MALVERN, PA — A record turnout and fast-paced competition helped Great Valley High School students raise more than $500 for scholarships during the Desmond Project’s annual 3v3 Basketball Tournament.
Great Valley Students Raise Over $500 at Annual Desmond Project 3v3 Tournament Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Thirty colleges and private career schools across Pennsylvania will receive a share of $1 million in state funding aimed at reducing student hunger and expanding access to …
Pa. Colleges Receive $1 Million to Fight Student Hunger Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Thousands of high school students across the United States are advancing to the next stage of a national civics competition recognizing knowledge of the country’s founding, while …
Students to Compete Nationwide for Presidential 1776 Civics Award Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials have awarded more than $4.1 million in grants to expand career training programs that connect high school students with hands-on work experience and pathways to …
State Awards $4.1 Million to Expand Schools-to-Work Programs Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A spirited campus competition tied to Super Bowl weekend helped West Chester University students collect more than 2,500 food items to support classmates in need.
WCU Students Collect More Than 2,500 Items in “Soup-er” Bowl Food Drive Read More