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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.
PENNSYLVANIA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has released the results from the 2022-23 school year administration of state-level assessments. The data shows that students’ overall achievement continues to …
Pennsylvania Education Department Reports Improvement in Statewide Achievement Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University (WCU) has made a significant mark in nursing education. The university’s nursing program recently earned the title of the top RN to BSN …
West Chester University’s Nursing Program Ranked #1 in Pennsylvania by Allnurses.com Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Secretary Dr. Khalid N. Mumin recently launched PDE’s new Arts Dashboard during a visit to McKeesport High School …
Pennsylvania Unveils New Arts Dashboard to Boost Arts Education Across the Commonwealth Read More
ATGLEN, PA — In a startling revelation, Anthony Falgiatore, a member of the Octorara Area School District Board, has spoken out on Facebook about what he describes as a fractured …
Fractured Relations and Unanswered Questions: A Look Inside the Octorara Area School District Board Read More
With a WCASD School Board election upon us next Tuesday, the “Back to Basics” campaign’s green and yellow pencil-themed signs have popped up across our community like invasive weeds. The …
“Back to Basics” Campaign Platform is Dangerous for WCASD Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — In a bid to inspire and empower the next generation of women scientists, West Chester University (WCU) is hosting its annual Super Science Saturday on November …
Empowering Young Minds: Super Science Saturday Inspires Future Women Scientists at West Chester University Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — Pennsylvania Secretary of Education Dr. Khalid N. Mumin recently visited the Avon Grove School District (AGSD) to highlight the importance of after-school programs. The visit was …
PA Secretary of Education Visits Avon Grove School District’s After-School Program Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University (WCU) will host the Ruby Jones Conference on Race, Social Justice, and Civic Leadership on Saturday, October 28. The conference will take place …
West Chester University Hosts Ruby Jones Conference on Race, Social Justice, and Civic Leadership Read More
POTTSTOWN, PA — Ten Owen J. Roberts (OJR) High School seniors were named Commended Students in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.
10 Owen J. Roberts High School Seniors Named Commended Students in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — West Chester University’s (WCU) Museum of Anthropology and Archaeology is hosting a unique exhibition, ‘Surrounded by the Spirits: Paul Stoller and the Songhay Journey Towards Wellbeing,’ …
Surrounded by the Spirits: An Exploration of West African Healing Practices at WCU Museum Read More