Education

Education in Chester County, PA

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.

Avon Grove School District (AGSD) District Office
Avon Grove School District

Avon Grove School District Approves $115 Million Budget with No Tax Increase, Eyes Enhanced Safety Measures and Mental Health Support

- by Maryann Pugh

The Avon Grove School District (AGSD) Board of Directors approved a $115 million budget for the 2024-25 school year. Highlights include funding for safety enhancements, student mental health support, and no tax increase for property owners.

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West Chester Area School District

West Chester Area School District Announces Preliminary Budget for 2024-25: Balancing Quality Education and Fiscal Responsibility

- by Maryann Pugh

WEST CHESTER, PA — In an attempt to balance the quality of education against rising costs, the West Chester Area School District (WCASD) in West Chester, Pennsylvania recently disclosed a …

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Delaware County Community College

Local High School Students Earn College Degrees Before Graduation Through Dual Enrollment Program

- by Maryann Pugh

MEDIA, PA — In a striking demonstration of ambition and forward-thinking, 11 students from the Coatesville and Downingtown Area School Districts are celebrating an extraordinary achievement this spring. Before even donning …

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