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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.
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) announced the recent graduation of 142 students from the Accelerated Special Educator Certification Program, designed to address the state’s critical shortage …
Accelerated Special Educator Program Graduates Help Address PA Teacher Shortages Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Students, parents, and advocates will converge on the state Capitol next week to celebrate School Choice Week and emphasize the growing impact of educational options on communities …
Statewide Event Highlights the Power of School Choice in Pennsylvania Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representatives Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) and Jim Baird (R-IN) have joined forces once again to reintroduce the Mathematical and Statistical Modeling Education Act, a bipartisan effort aimed at …
Bipartisan Push to Strengthen STEM Education with Reintroduced Bill Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Harrisburg University of Science and Technology (HU), in partnership with Pennsylvania Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor and Members 1st Federal Credit Union, has officially launched the 12th …
12th Annual Financial Literacy Competition Launched for Pennsylvania Students Read More
EXTON, PA — The Chester County Library System (CCLS), which includes 18 locations, is committed to continually improving and transforming library services to meet the evolving needs of the community.
Chester County Library System Conducts Customer Survey Read More
MALVERN, PA — The Great Valley School District (GVSD) has announced three major leadership appointments, further solidifying its mission toward academic excellence and community engagement. Approved during the January 21 …
Great Valley School District Announces New Leadership Appointments Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Brandywine Virtual Academy (BVA) brought a compelling focus to civic education and constitutional awareness during a special event in recognition of Bill of Rights Day. Held in …
Brandywine Virtual Academy Honors Bill of Rights Day with Engaging Educational Event Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education has officially opened applications for $14 million in Dual Credit Innovation Grants, an initiative aimed at expanding access to dual credit programs for …
Pennsylvania Unveils $14M Grant to Boost Dual Credit Programs for High School Students Read More
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