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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.
CHESTER SPRINGS, PA — On Thursday, August 4th, from 5:30-7:30 pm, Henrietta Hankin Branch Library is honored to continue its partnership with PBS Books and WETA in presenting a screener …
Hiding in Plain Sight: Youth Mental Illness Screener & Discussion at Hankin Library Read More
ATLANTA, GA — The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) recently announced student Martina M Martin from Coatesville, PA, has been selected to become a member of the esteemed …
Local Student Martina M Martin Receives National Honor Read More
CHESTER SPRINGS, PA — This spring marks 90 years since author Pearl S. Buck was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for her moving story of the joys and hardships of the …
Local Author Event: Rags to Riches – The Compelling Life Story of Julie Henning Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Downingtown Middle School Musical Theater is finally back live on stage in the highly anticipated upcoming February production of Disney’s “Newsies!” This family-friendly show is based upon …
Downingtown Middle School Musical Theater Presents Disney’s “Newsies” Read More
ATGLEN, PA — At this week’s Octorara Area School Board of Directors meeting, William Kloss announced that he is moving from the district and plans to resign his position on …
Octorara Board Member Announces Planned Resignation Read More
ATGLEN, PA — Dr. Scott Rohrer resigned his position as the longtime principal of the Octorara Jr/Sr High School. The Octorara Area School District confirmed the resignation on their official …
Longtime Principal Resigns from Octorara Area School District Read More
PARKESBURG, PA — In 2019, municipal government and school board elections will be held across Pennsylvania. However, some Borough of Parkesburg residents believe they are not fairly represented on the …
Octorara Area School Board and the “Cracking” of Parkesburg Borough Voters Read More
PARKESBURG, PA — When many think of gerrymandering, it is in connection with state and federal level elections. Additionally, it is often characterized as a form of partisan politics and a …
Gerrymandering and the Octorara Area School District Election Regions Read More
Alana Bader came to the Great Valley School District when she was just 9 years old. In March, she will turn 16. Yet, over those 7 years, she has spent …
Is the Great Valley SD Failing Special Needs Students? Read More