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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.
NORTH EAST, MD — Thomas Jefferson University and Cecil College have joined forces in a new partnership aimed at providing reduced tuition, collaborative initiatives, and a plethora of degree and …
New Partnership Between Thomas Jefferson University and Cecil College to Offer Reduced Tuition and Expanded Opportunities Read More
DELAWARE and CHESTER COUNTIES, PA — Chloe Johnson of Paoli is making an impressive leap from community college to the Ivy League. She has been awarded a full-tuition scholarship to …
From Community College to the Ivy League: Chloe Johnson’s Journey Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This week, Representative Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA) addressed the House floor, condemning the behavior of over a dozen Great Valley Middle School students who targeted their teachers on …
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan Condemns Middle School Students’ TikTok Misconduct Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Dunkin’ and its franchisees in the greater Philadelphia area have announced the recipients of this year’s Dunkin’ Philadelphia Regional Scholarships. The program awards $100,000 in academic scholarships …
Dunkin’ Awards $100,000 in Scholarships to Philadelphia-Area Students Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Education Secretary Dr. Khalid N. Mumin and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the third annual Pennsylvania Summer Learning …
Pennsylvania Launches Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip for Kids Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — For the third year in a row, West Chester University has been honored with the Civic 50 Greater Philadelphia Award. This prestigious recognition highlights the university’s …
West Chester University Earns Civic 50 Greater Philadelphia Award for Third Year Read More
DOWNINGTOWN, PA — The Chester County Intermediate Unit‘s Suburban Schools Study Council (SSSC) announced the successful completion of its Aspiring Superintendent Leadership Academy. This program aims to prepare the next …
Chester County’s Leadership Academy Prepares Future Superintendents Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) has taken a significant leap forward with the recent announcement of a $3.5 million grant aimed at expanding access to gifted …
Pennsylvania Launches $3.5 Million Initiative to Broaden Gifted Education Access Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — A group of bright students from the Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania recently clinched first place in the highly competitive Conference of State Bank Supervisors (CSBS) 2024 Community …
Pennsylvania Students Shine in National Community Bank Case Study Competition Read More
MALVERN, PA — Charles Colvin, a recent graduate of Great Valley High School, has been awarded the first-place Dan Collins Scholarship by NaturaLawn of America. As the top recipient, Colvin …
Malvern Student Receives $5,000 Scholarship from NaturaLawn of America Read More