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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.
LINCOLN UNIVERSITY, PA — The National Alumni Association of Lincoln University (AALU) is hosting a virtual panel discussion, “Lincoln Daughters,” to honor Women’s History Month. This event, scheduled for Thursday, March …
Lincoln University to Celebrate Women’s History Month with Inspiring Virtual Panel Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — Over 375 young scientists from 50 schools convened at the West Chester University Student Recreation Center on March 11 and 12 to compete in the 2025 Chester …
Chester County Science Competition Showcases Young Innovators Read More
ELVERSON, PA — Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, in partnership with the Friends of Hopewell Furnace, is offering students in grades 6-12 a chance to showcase their creativity and win cash …
Independence Day Writing Contest Invites Local Students to Share Their Voices Read More
MALVERN, PA — The Great Valley School District Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Dana Jensen as Assistant Principal of Great Valley High School, effective April 21, 2025.
Dana Jensen Appointed Assistant Principal at Great Valley High School Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The American Civil Liberties Union of Pennsylvania and the Education Law Center-PA have issued a firm response to a U.S. Department of Education warning, which suggested schools …
ACLU, Education Law Center Push Back Against Federal Threat to Diversity Programs Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — The Learning Center, part of the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), celebrated a major achievement at the 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show, with its horticulture program students earning a …
Learning Center Students Win Blue Ribbon at 2025 Philadelphia Flower Show Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Area School District (WCASD) has earned five awards from the Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association (PenSPRA), recognizing the district’s outstanding efforts in school communications. …
West Chester Area School District Earns Five PenSPRA Awards for Excellence in Communications Read More
WAYNE, PA — Frontline Education has released its second annual survey report, K-12 Lens: Key Trends in Teacher Retention, Student Support, and Budget Confidence, offering a comprehensive analysis of the challenges …
Frontline Education Unveils Key Findings in Second Annual K-12 Lens Report Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — The Chester County Technical College High School (TCHS) Pennock’s Bridge campus is transforming the futures of students like Dominick Reyes by blending hands-on training with career-focused education, …
From Passion to Profession: How an Octorara Student is Steering Toward Success in Auto Collision Repair Read More
BERWYN, PA — Applications are now open for the John Pauciulo STEM Scholarship, an annual $1,000 award designed to support students pursuing degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM). This …
John Pauciulo STEM Scholarship Now Accepting Applications Read More