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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.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has initiated significant changes following President Trump’s executive order titled “Ending Radical And Wasteful Government DEI Programs And Preferencing.” The order, which …
Education Revolution! U.S. Axes DEI Programs and Ends Controversial Book Ban Investigations Read More
ALLENTOWN, PA — Communities In Schools of Eastern Pennsylvania (CIS of Eastern PA) has announced a significant expansion in its service network, adding six schools across Delaware and Chester counties. …
How Chester and Delaware Counties Are Benefiting from a Bold New Education Initiative Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has appointed Bill Pepitone as its new director of safety and security, a decision approved by the CCIU Board of Directors …
Bill Pepitone Named New Director of Safety and Security at CCIU Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Downingtown Area School District (DASD) is marking Black History Month with a series of educational and artistic activities aimed at highlighting the achievements and contributions of …
Downingtown Schools Honor Black History Month with Inspiring Events and Star Guests Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College has announced its President’s List for the Fall 2024 semester, recognizing outstanding academic achievement. Among the honorees are 26 students from Pennsylvania who achieved the …
26 Pennsylvania Students Earn President’s List Honors at Cecil College Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Cecil College has announced its Dean’s List for the Fall 2024 semester, recognizing students who achieved outstanding academic performance. Among those honored are seven students from Pennsylvania …
Seven Pennsylvania Students Earn Dean’s List Honors at Cecil College Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University’s Office of Sustainability (OoS) is hosting a weekly series of Sustainability Research and Practice Seminars, designed to explore local, national, and global sustainability issues. …
WCU Launches Weekly Sustainability Seminar Series to Engage Campus and Community Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Will Howard, Ohio State’s National Championship-winning quarterback, made a celebrated return to his hometown with a special visit to Shamona Creek Elementary School on Tuesday. The Downingtown …
From Downingtown to Glory: Will Howard’s Triumphant Return Inspires Hometown Pride Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Chester County families gathered at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) on Thursday, January 23, 2025, for the 13th annual Summer Adventures Camp and Activities Fair. The …
Chester County Hosts Annual Summer Adventures Camp and Activities Fair Read More
MEDIA, PA — Needah-e-fatema Hafeezali Gangji, a Delaware County Community College (DCCC) student from Malvern, has been named a 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar. This prestigious recognition, awarded to just …
DCCC Student Honored as 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar Read More