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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 — The Alpha Alpha Theta (AAT) chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) at Cecil College has reached a new pinnacle of academic recognition, earning the highly coveted …
Cecil College’s Phi Theta Kappa Chapter Achieves Prestigious Five-Star Status Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College has announced the launch of its Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree program in Skilled Trades, designed to prepare students for enhanced career opportunities in …
Cecil College Launches Innovative Skilled Trades Degree to Meet Regional Workforce Needs Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Kammas Kersch, STEM Services Coordinator at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), has been recognized with the prestigious 2025 National Scholastic Esports Administrative Ally Award. The accolade, presented …
Trailblazer in Scholastic Esports: Kammas Kersch Wins National Ally Award for Transforming Education Read More
PHOENIXVILLE, PA — For the first time in over a decade, a full slate of Phoenixville Area School District (PASD) School Board Directors is seeking reelection. Board President Scott Overland, …
Phoenixville School Board Members Launch United Reelection Campaign Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College (DCCC) is stepping up to address the region’s workforce demands by hosting a series of industry forums to highlight its critical role in job …
How DCCC’s New Southeast Center and Industry Forums Aim to Solve Workforce Gaps Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College (DCCC) is set to transport audiences to a world of lush melodies and poignant storytelling as it welcomes GRAMMY® nominated tenor Brian Giebler for …
GRAMMY Star Brian Giebler Brings Soul-Stirring Songs to Delaware County–An Evening Not to Miss! Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Area School District (WCASD) has been recognized for its continued commitment to safety, earning its third consecutive ALICE Certified Organization designation. The certification, …
West Chester Area School District Earns Third Consecutive ALICE Certification Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — On Monday, the Pennsylvania House Education Committee convened an informational meeting to examine student success and school performance measures as outlined in the Future Ready PA Index. …
House Education Committee Reviews Academic Performance and Student Progress Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will celebrate Black History Month with two lectures that spotlight the historical and cultural contributions of Black cowboys and the concept of …
Uncover the Legacy of Black Cowboys and the Power of Identities at DCCC’s Black History Month Events Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — On Friday, the U.S. Department of Education announced its decision to reinstate the Trump Administration’s 2020 Title IX Rule. The announcement marks a return to enforcing protections …
Game-Changer for Women’s Rights! Education Department Rejects Biden’s Rewrite, Restores Title IX Protections Read More