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🌱 Patch AM: Vaccination Rates At West Chester Schools: See Newly Revealed Data

And check out YBK Summer Concert Series - Frog Holler on the West Chester Patch calendar

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Hi there, West Chester! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how well West Chester high schools are vaccinated this year
  • Which West Chester bars turn weeknights into Quizzo showdowns?
  • How far can West Chester's East Side Little League go in Williamsport?

Also on today's calendar: YBK Summer Concert Series - Frog Holler and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 86 and low of 68 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 81, low: 65.
  • Friday: Some sun, then turning cloudy, with a high of 82 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Vaccination Rates At West Chester Schools: See Newly Revealed Data (patch.com) — Families in West Chester can now see detailed vaccination rates for Bayard Rustin, East, and Henderson high schools, with all three showing extremely high coverage and no noncompliant students attending. The newly released state data, covering key vaccines like MMR, polio, and Hepatitis B for the 2025–26 school year, aims to counter misinformation and highlight strong community protection through herd immunity.
   

2. Chester County's Weekly Trivia Nights to Test Your Knowledge (vista.today) — If you're looking for a fun night out in West Chester, Kildare's Irish Pub, Levante Brewing, and The Stone Tavern all host weekly Quizzo or trivia nights right in town. The guide also highlights similar games across Phoenixville, Exton, Kennett Square, and Paoli, with details on start times, formats, and what to expect at each spot.
   

3. West Chester taking it "one game at a time" at 2026 Little League Baseball World Series (cbsnews.com) — West Chester's East Side Little League is in Williamsport this week, chasing a Little League World Series title after winning the Mid-Atlantic Region for the first time in more than 70 years. Players and coaches describe the whirlwind trip, their "one game at a time" mindset, and the fun of trading pins and meeting teams from around the world.
   

4. ICYMI: A. Duie Pyle Extends Logistics Award Streak to 37 Years (mychesco.com) — A. Duie Pyle, the longtime West Chester-based logistics company, has extended its streak in Logistics Management's Quest for Quality Awards to 37 consecutive years, earning honors in four transportation and logistics categories. The 102-year-old family-owned firm was recognized for its regional LTL service as well as expedited shipping, transportation management, and warehousing, reflecting its growing role in complex supply chains.
   

5. New Christ the Teacher principal Joe Rodia considers his new school 'a gathering place for people to grow and develop' (thedialog.org) — A longtime Catholic educator with roots at Ss. Peter and Paul Parish in West Chester and a degree from West Chester University is taking over as principal of Christ the Teacher Catholic School in Newark. He's emphasizing community, close collaboration with teachers and parents, and gradual changes as the school approaches its 25th anniversary, while commuting in from the region and staying active in parish athletics.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Momentum Continues: Immaculata Celebrates Another Year of Enrollment Growth —Elizabeth Cerami Read on Patch
  • The Day Room has been serving free breakfasts and hot lunches to ANYONE who shows up for about 30 years now.
    On top of that they offer free nursing care, tutoring, pre K education, English language help and a summer camp for kids. At Christmas and Easter… (Nextdoor Park Place)
  • HAS ANYONE IN *MALVERN* SEEN AN ORANGE KITTEN?
    Areas of N. Chester Rd, W.King Rd, Hickory Lane, Treemont Drive, Forest Lane, and Brookmont Drive Dash has been missing since 8/12/26. He is solid… (Nextdoor East Bradford)
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  • Cypress Village posted a job opening for Housekeeper in West Chester. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near West Chester here.

Ok West Chester! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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