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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.
GLENMOORE, PA — Families in northern Chester County will have a chance to celebrate the season, meet local educators, and enjoy some Easter-themed fun later this month as Ducklings Early …
Ducklings School in Glenmoore Invites Families to Spring Open House Fun Read More
COATESVILLE, PA — A specialized education program in Coatesville is highlighting the progress of a student whose development reflects the approach used at the Child and Career Development Center campus …
Coatesville Program Highlights Student Success for Special Needs Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Emmy Award-winning journalist Tracy Davidson spoke to students and community members at Downingtown High School East on Monday, March 2, during a Women’s History Month event focused …
Emmy-Winning Journalist Shares Message of Resilience at Downingtown Event Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Dunkin’ and its Greater Philadelphia-area franchisees announced the launch of the 17th annual Dunkin’ Philadelphia Regional Scholarship Program, which will award $100,000 in scholarships to local students …
Dunkin’ Launches $100K Scholarship for Area Students Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education is accepting nominations for the federal Recognizing Inspiring School Employees Award, a national honor recognizing non-teaching school staff who provide exemplary service …
Pa. Seeks Nominations for Federal School Employee Honor Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Education is moving parts of its workload to the State Department and the Department of Health and Human Services under two new interagency …
Education Department Shifts Programs in Bid to Cut Red Tape Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro administration announced a new round of state funding that includes $15 million to seed micro-grant programs for historically disadvantaged small businesses, more than $31 million …
Shapiro Funding Push Targets Small Firms, Shovel-Ready Sites Read More
GLENSIDE, PA — Arcadia University will begin offering a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity in fall 2026 to address workforce demand for trained cybersecurity professionals, the university announced.
Arcadia University to Launch Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Area School District has appointed Zachary Lewis as principal of Fugett Middle School following approval by the West Chester Area School Board of …
West Chester Area School District Appoints Principal at Fugett Read More
MALVERN, PA — The Great Valley School Board on February 25 approved the appointment of Dr. Joseph Alcaro as the district’s K-12 supervisor of teaching and learning, with a focus …
School Board Names New Curriculum Leader Read More