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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.
AVONDALE, PA – The Don’t IEP Alone Academy, an online program dedicated to empowering parents with special education advocacy skills, has announced significant updates to its curriculum for 2025. Designed to …
Don’t IEP Alone Academy Unveils 2025 Updates to Strengthen Special Education Advocacy Read More
ALLENTOWN, PA — Standing in the bustling corridors of Harrison-Morton Middle School, Governor Josh Shapiro delivered a resounding message on Friday to students, educators, and families throughout Pennsylvania. Over the …
Historic Education Investments Transform Schools Across Pennsylvania Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — Coatesville-area high school juniors, who have their sights set on college have the chance for life-changing mentoring and scholarship opportunities, courtesy of the Newlin Foundation.
Newlin Foundation Mentoring and Scholarship Applications for Coatesville-area High School Juniors Due January 31 Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University (WCU) has announced a series of special events to honor the legacy of civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The commemorative programs, …
West Chester University to Commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr. with Week-Long Events Read More
MEDIA, PA – Delaware County Community College (DCCC) is showcasing the artistic talents of local high school students through its ninth annual Regional High School Art Exhibition. The event runs …
Showcasing Tomorrow’s Artists: DCCC’s High School Art Exhibition Celebrates Creative Talent Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — State Senator Katie Muth (D-Chester/Montgomery/Berks) announced that three entities within Senate District 44 have been awarded $255,000 in state grants to enhance career and technical education programs. The …
Who’s Getting $255K? Local Career Education Just Got a Big Boost Read More
ARLINGTON, VA — Peter Kennedy, a standout student from B. Reed Henderson High School in West Chester, PA, has been selected as one of only 20 participants nationwide for the highly …
West Chester Teen Joins Elite 20 for National Civics Fellowship Read More
PAOLI, PA — State Representative Melissa Shusterman has announced the allocation of $934,910 in grants to schools within the 157th Legislative District. The funding will support efforts to improve school security …
Local Schools Awarded $935K in Grants to Boost Safety and Security Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Seventh grader Ava Peabody from West Chester has been inducted into the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) at Reach Cyber Charter School, joining 25 other students recognized …
West Chester 7th Grader Shines with National Junior Honor Society Induction at Reach Cyber Charter School Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education has named six institutions of higher learning and one trailblazer award recipient as winners of the inaugural Postsecondary Success Recognition Program (PSRP). This …
U.S. Department of Education Announces Winners of Postsecondary Success Recognition Program Read More