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DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Downingtown Area School District installed new principals at three schools for the 2026-27 academic year, reshuffling leadership at Downingtown High School East and Marsh Creek Sixth …
Three New Principals Bring Fresh Energy to Downingtown Schools Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — A Downingtown STEM Academy student has been selected for a nationally competitive NASA summer research internship, joining a small group of high school students who will collaborate …
Downingtown STEM Student Earns NASA SEES Internship Spot Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Communities That Care of Greater Downingtown has named the winners of its annual youth video contest, using student-created content to reinforce substance-use prevention efforts and promote healthy …
What Keeps These Downingtown Students Drug-Free? Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — More than 275 student-athletes took center stage at Kottmeyer Stadium as the Downingtown Area School District’s annual Track and Field Day delivered a spirited celebration of inclusion, …
Downingtown Students Shine at Inclusive Track and Field Day Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — A powerful story of survival, resilience, and history will come directly into local homes this May as the Downingtown Area School District invites the community to hear …
Downingtown Area School District Hosts Holocaust Survivor for Community-Wide Virtual Event Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Students across the Downingtown Area School District took part in meaningful assemblies focused on acceptance and belonging, as Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Darius Cooper and Miss Pennsylvania …
From the NFL to the Classroom, A Message of Kindness Takes Center Stage Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Students and staff at Downingtown High School West came together Tuesday, April 14, for a powerful Yom HaShoah observance, as second-generation speaker Linda Jaffe shared her mother’s …
Downingtown Students Reflect During Yom HaShoah Observance at DHS West Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Downingtown Area School District said it is recognizing Autism Acceptance Month in April with a series of activities aimed at promoting inclusion and understanding among students …
Downingtown School District Marks Autism Acceptance Month Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Students and staff across the Downingtown Area School District came together in a show of unity and school pride during the third annual DASD Unity Day on …
Downingtown Schools Unite for Third Annual Unity Day Celebration Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Students from Downingtown High School West gained firsthand insight into local policing while strengthening community relationships during a recent visit to the West Brandywine Township Police Department …
Downingtown Students Build Connections With Local Police Read More