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WEST CHESTER, PA — Ninety students from Conestoga High School, the Downingtown Area School District, West Chester-area schools and Bishop Shanahan High School have been named semifinalists in the 2027 …
90 Chester County-Area Students Reach National Merit Semifinals 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 — 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 — 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
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Borough of Downingtown will formally recognize hometown quarterback Will Howard with a special “Will Howard Day” on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, commemorating his achievements on and …
Downingtown Declares “Will Howard Day” — Hometown Hero and NFL Star Honored in Emotional Celebration! Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Holocaust survivor George Marcus visited Downingtown High School West (DHSW) on April 24 as part of its Yom HaShoah observance, sharing his powerful story with students to …
Holocaust Survivor Shares Story of Resilience with Downingtown Students Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Best Buddies Clubs of Downingtown East and West High Schools organized the annual Eastern Pennsylvania High School Buddy Ball on March 15, creating an evening of …
Unforgettable Night of Unity: Hundreds Celebrate Friendship at Best Buddies’ Buddy Ball Read More