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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.
IMMACULATA, PA — Immaculata University has named music therapy major Emily Reid as its recipient of the Presser Foundation’s 2025–26 Undergraduate Scholar Award, recognizing academic achievement, musical excellence, and leadership.
Immaculata University Student Receives Presser Scholar Award Read More
EXTON, PA – The Friends of Chester County Library Spring Book Sale is scheduled for April 10-12, 2026. Various books, music, movie CDs, and DVDs will be sold at bargain …
Friends of Chester County Library Spring Book Sale Returns April 10-12, 2026 Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Two Chester County Intermediate Unit leaders were recognized among the best in Pennsylvania, earning top honors at the 71st Pennsylvania Association of School Business Officials annual conference.
CCIU Leaders Earn Top Honors at Statewide School Business Conference Read More
GLENSIDE, PA — Arcadia University has been named a Gilman Program 25th Anniversary Top Producing Institution by the U.S. Department of State, recognizing the school’s record of sending students abroad …
Arcadia University Named Top Gilman Scholarship Producer Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — More than $11 million in state funding will support upgrades and repairs at 27 public libraries across Pennsylvania, targeting aging infrastructure, accessibility issues, and energy efficiency improvements.
State Awards $11 Million to Upgrade Libraries Across Pennsylvania Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Blast Robotics, a Berwyn-based student robotics team, continued its breakout rookie season by earning the Rising All-Star Award at the FIRST Mid-Atlantic District Philadelphia Event, highlighting the …
Blast Robotics Earns Rising All-Star Award at Philadelphia Event Read More
BETHLEHEM, PA — Lehigh University’s College of Education announced the launch of Inspire, a new scholarship program designed to help build the pipeline of highly qualified educators in Pennsylvania. The …
Lehigh University College of Education Launches “Inspire” Scholarship Program to Address Pennsylvania’s Educator Shortage Read More
NORTH EAST, MD — Dr. Rhonda Roxanne Rash, a nursing professor and assistant director of nursing at Cecil College, has been named a 2026 recipient of the Dr. Peg E. …
Cecil College Professor Receives State Nursing Faculty Award Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The stage is set for epic battles, stirring speeches, and a timeless story of leadership as West Chester University’s Department of Theatre & Dance prepares to …
West Chester University Brings Shakespeare’s Henry V to Life 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