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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. — In a triumphant announcement at the White House, Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden, alongside the U.S. Department of Education, AmeriCorps, and the Everyone Graduates Center at Johns …
National Partnership for Student Success Surpasses Recruitment Goal, Bolstering Academic Support Read More
MEDIA, PA — In an initiative to bridge education and industry, more than 45 students from Delaware County Community College‘s (DCCC) Skilled Trades Program visited Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) on …
DCCC Skilled Trades Students Explore Career Opportunities at Philadelphia International Airport Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has announced the availability of PAsmart Advancing Grants. These grants are designed to expand access to computer science and STEM (science, …
Pennsylvania Launches PAsmart Advancing Grants to Boost STEM Education Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has announced a significant investment in the future of local agriculture and education through the PA Farm Bill Farm-to-School Grants. With a …
Transforming Classrooms and Cultivating Connections: PA Farm Bill Grants Empower Schools with Local Harvests! Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University is set to host two compelling presentations that delve into personal healing and the global climate crisis, featuring esteemed speakers Greg Wrenn and …
Discover Personal Journeys and Environmental Insights with Greg Wrenn and Zach Brown at West Chester University Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College (DCCC) has been awarded a transformative $1 million estate gift from the late Louise A. Strauss, setting the stage for a new scholarship …
DCCC Receives $1 Million Gift to Support Coatesville Students Read More
DELAWARE and CHESTER COUNIES, PA — Delaware County Community College (DCCC) is set to welcome prospective students to its campuses with two informative Fall Open House events this October. These gatherings …
Discover Your Future: Explore Opportunities at DCCC’s Fall Open House Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — As the nation marks National Women’s Small Business Month, West Chester University (WCU) is hosting its annual Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference, spotlighting the vital contributions of women-owned businesses …
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: WCU Conference Celebrates National Women’s Small Business Month Read More
UWCHLAN TWP, PA — In a heartwarming initiative, students at Downingtown Area School District‘s Shamona Creek Elementary School are making Election Day a little brighter for Chester County’s poll workers. As …
Students Spread Gratitude in Chester County: Thank-You Cards for Election Heroes Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University has once again been honored with the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award by Insight Into Diversity magazine, marking the fifth consecutive …
WCU’s DEI Triumph: Discover What Keeps Them Winning the HEED Award Year After Year! Read More