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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 Shapiro administration announced a new round of state funding that includes $15 million to seed micro-grant programs for historically disadvantaged small businesses, more than $31 million …
Shapiro Funding Push Targets Small Firms, Shovel-Ready Sites Read More
GLENSIDE, PA — Arcadia University will begin offering a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity in fall 2026 to address workforce demand for trained cybersecurity professionals, the university announced.
Arcadia University to Launch Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Area School District has appointed Zachary Lewis as principal of Fugett Middle School following approval by the West Chester Area School Board of …
West Chester Area School District Appoints Principal at Fugett Read More
MALVERN, PA — The Great Valley School Board on February 25 approved the appointment of Dr. Joseph Alcaro as the district’s K-12 supervisor of teaching and learning, with a focus …
School Board Names New Curriculum Leader Read More
MALVERN, PA — Sneakers will squeak, crowds will cheer, and friendly rivalries will heat up as Great Valley High School students hit the court for a high-energy 3v3 Basketball Tournament …
Great Valley High School Students Take the Court for a Cause Read More
MEDIA, PA — A landmark Supreme Court decision that reshaped American education will take center stage at Delaware County Community College.
DCCC Hosts Talk on Brown v. Board and Thurgood Marshall Read More
MEDIA, PA — Fresh perspectives, bold ideas, and the next wave of creative voices from around the Philadelphia region are taking center stage this spring at Delaware County Community College.
DCCC Showcases Emerging Regional Talent in 215|610 Contemporary Exhibition Read More
WAYNE, PA — Frontline Education announced the release of its third annual national survey of school district leaders, reporting that while teacher shortages have eased since 2024, districts continue to …
Frontline Education Releases 2026 K-12 District Survey Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania now has its first statewide strategic plan for higher education in more than two decades after the State Board of Higher Education voted unanimously on Thursday …
State Adopts First Higher Ed Plan in 20 Years Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — More than 1,800 colleges and universities could face heightened federal scrutiny — and potentially lose access to federal student aid — as rising student loan nonpayment rates …
Colleges Warned: Fix Loan Defaults Or Risk Aid Loss Read More