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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.
WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Area School District (WCASD) has once again been recognized as an ALICE Certified Organization by the ALICE Training Institute, marking the second consecutive …
West Chester Area School District Triumphs with Second Consecutive ALICE Certification, Fortifying School Safety Read More
MEDIA, PA — Delaware County Community College is calling on community-minded individuals to step forward and contribute to shaping the future of education in Delaware and Chester Counties. The college …
Delaware County Community College Invites Civic-Minded Residents to Join its Board of Trustees Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Brandywine Virtual Academy (BVA), operated by the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), has announced the appointment of Dr. Jeanne McCarthy as the new BVA division director. …
Brandywine Virtual Academy Appoints New Director: A Strategic Move to Enhance Digital Learning in Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, in collaboration with Auditor General Timothy L. DeFoor and Members 1st Federal Credit Union, has launched the 11th annual student financial …
Harrisburg University Spearheads Annual Financial Literacy Scholarship Competition for Pennsylvania Students Read More
VILLANOVA, PA — In the fight against human trafficking, a focus on resilience and empowerment is emerging as a critical tool for survivors. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, a leading behavioral …
New Curriculum Aims to Empower Youth Survivors of Human Trafficking, Breaking the Cycle of Abuse Read More
KENNETT SQUARE, PA — In a concerted effort to ensure vaccine equity among migrant students, LCH Health and Community Services has teamed up with the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU)’s …
LCH Joins Forces with Chester County Intermediate Unit to Boost Vaccine Equity among Migrant Students Read More
EXTON, PA — Chester County Library System announced that its patrons reached a new milestone: 1.1 million digital books borrowed in 2023. This achievement illustrates the library’s commitment to serving …
Chester County Is One of 136 Public Library Systems Worldwide in Total Digital Circulation Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) in Downingtown, PA, has welcomed Christa Fazio as their new director of communications, marketing, and engagement. Fazio officially took on her …
Christa Fazio Steps In as New Communications Director at Chester County Intermediate Unit Read More
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that it is now accepting applications for the USDA 1890 National Scholars Program. The program, which targets students at 1890 land-grant universities, …
USDA Opens Applications for 1890 National Scholars Program, Encourages Pursuit of Food and Agriculture Careers Read More
The National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) recently announced the latest release of the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). The annual data collection offers vital insights into the landscape …
National Center for Education Statistics Releases Critical Update on U.S. Higher Education Read More