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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.
MEDIA, PA — Elisa Ford, a Delaware County Community College (DCCC) alumna and respected SEPTA executive, will deliver the keynote address at the College’s Commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 15, …
DCCC Alumnus Elisa Ford to Inspire Graduates at 2025 Commencement Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A growing crisis in Pennsylvania’s early care and education sector took center stage on Monday as lawmakers, advocates, and child care providers gathered to call for urgent …
Pennsylvania Leaders Rally to Address Early Education Teacher Shortage Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A groundbreaking approach to university funding in Pennsylvania is on the horizon as the state’s Performance-Based Funding Council unanimously adopted a report laying out a framework to …
Pennsylvania Moves Toward Accountability in Higher Education with Performance-Based Funding Model Read More
EXTON, PA — Citadel Credit Union has celebrated 32 extraordinary educators with its 2025 Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, distributing over $85,000 in grants to recognize their outstanding contributions to …
Citadel Credit Union Honors 2025 Heart of Learning Award Recipients Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has initiated major reforms to the higher education accreditation system as part of its compliance with President Trump’s Executive Order 14279, “Reforming …
Education Reform Unveiled: Easier Accreditations, New Rules for Colleges Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced the allocation of $10.35 million in PAsmart Advancing Grants to 55 organizations across 29 counties, furthering the state’s commitment to …
Pennsylvania Invests $10.35 Million in STEM and CTE Education Programs Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Administration for Children and Families (ACF), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), has announced new measures to broaden educational opportunities for …
Educational Freedom for Families: Bold ACF Plan Puts Parents in Control! Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has announced the allocation of $14 million in grant funding to 15 public institutions of higher education, a move spearheaded by …
Pennsylvania Awards $14 Million to Expand Dual Credit Programs Across State Read More
JOHNSTOWN, PA — The Pennsylvania House Education Committee hosted its second hearing on May 2 in Johnstown as part of a statewide effort to address the financial implications of cyber …
Taxpayer Costs Under Fire: Calls for Reform in Cyber Charter School Funding Read More
MEDIA, PA — This summer, Delaware County Community College (DCCC) will transform its Marple Campus into a hub of creativity, innovation, and skill-building with its Summer Kids Camps program. Designed …
Delaware County Community College Offers Engaging Summer Kids Camps Read More