West Chester University: Wells School Of Music's Wind Ensemble & Wind Symphony Perform On October 7

West Chester University's Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony come together for their first LIVE performance in some 20 months! The program ...

West Chester University: Ruby Jones Conference On Race, Social Justice & Civic Leadership

Approximately 100 West Chester University students, faculty, and staff will gather on Saturday, October 9, for the Ruby Jones Conference ...

Teacher's Contract Approved By West Chester School Board

West Chester Area Education Association and the WCASD Board agreed on a five-year teachers' contract with starting salaries from $46-51K.

Kennett and West Chester School Districts Get Internet Grants

Rep. Sappey announced internet grants for Kennett Consolidated and West Chester Area school districts, with time for others to apply.

West Chester University: Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Croft To Present 2021 DeBaptiste Frederick Douglass Institute Lecture

Rev. Dr. Wayne E. Croft, Sr., pastor of St. Paul's Baptist Church in West Chester, PA, will deliver the 2021 Dr. Clifford E. DeBaptiste ...

West Chester University: Pete Earley Keynotes Mental Illness Awareness Week Events

If you or someone you know is in a mental health emergency, call The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) or call ...

West Chester University: WCU Earns Second Higher Education Excellence In Diversity (HEED) Award

West Chester University was selected for the second consecutive year to receive the 2021 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) ...

West Chester University: WCU Hosts Symposium On Integrated Care For Trans And Gender Diverse Youth

West Chester University will host the one-day, virtual symposium Integrated Care and Support for Trans and Gender Diverse Children and A ...

West Chester University: WCU Dedicates The Roger And Agnes Ware Plaza: The Entrance To WCU And The Borough Is Tr ...

Thanks to the generosity of Agnes and Roger Ware '82, the gateway to West Chester University's campus has been transformed and the borou ...

West Chester University: WCU To Dedicate The Roger And Agnes Ware Plaza On Saturday, September 25

The Entrance to WCU Will be Transformed & Redefined

West Chester University: Wells School Of Music Presents Fall FREE Faculty Recitals

The Wells School of Music at West Chester University will present FREE public faculty performances through the fall semester. For more i ...

Southern Chesco Students On List Of Merit Scholar Semifinalists

Unionville, Avon Grove, Oxford, and Kennett high schools contributed to the recent list of National Merit Scholarship semifinalists.

West Chester Area Students On List Of Merit Scholar Semifinalists

West Chester area high schools had National Merit Scholar semifinalists named, with 13 students from 4 area schools making the list.

Downingtown Yields Long List Of Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

Downingtown's high schools had 38 students in all named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists.

West Chester University: Aramark To Present $162,000 Check To WCU To Help Swipe-Out Student Hunger Via An Intentional ...

Aramark is Presenting Sponsor of WCU's 150th Anniversary Celebration & Continued Partner in Fueling Student Success

West Chester University: Largest Campaign In University's History Announced

On Friday, September 17, coinciding with West Chester University's150th anniversary celebrations, President Christopher Fiorentino annou ...

West Chester University: FOX29 Features The Incomparable Golden Rams Marching Band As They Prepare To Perform At ...

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West Chester University: WCU Achieves Multiple Top Rankings On U.S. News Best Colleges Lists

In the just-released 2022 U.S. News college rankings, West Chester University has maintained its high ranking among other institutions, ...

West Chester University: Psychology's Karen Mitchell Talks About Flashbulb Memories Of Impactful Events

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Mom Removed In West Chester School Board Meeting Runs As Write-In

A mother removed from a West Chester School Board meeting announced she is running for a Region 3 Board seat as a write-in candidate.

West Chester University: The Philadelphia Inquirer Features WCU

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Spring Education Group Celebrates New School Openings in 2021

The growing network is expanding three of its school platforms, including Chesterbrook Academy®, Stratford School and BASIS Independent

Avon Grove, Other Schools Get Wi-Fi, Internet Connection Free

AT&T and Connected Nation are bringing Wi-Fi hotspots and internet connections to schools, 2 in Chesco, 1 in Delco, and another in Montco.

Chesco COVID Transmission Level 'High' As Schools Mandate Masks

Chesco Health Department's report on COVID-19 metrics in school districts shows high incidence rates as most require masks indoors.

West Chester University: WCU In The News; Move In Week

WATCH: Move in week featured by 6abc and Fox29

West Chester University: Wells School Of Music Invites Audiences To Campus For Live, Public Performances This Se ...

The Wells School of Music at West Chester University is thrilled to welcome audiences back to campus for a variety of high-quality jazz, ...

Threats Force West Chester School Board Meetings To Go Virtual

August board meetings in West Chester Area School District have moved from in-person to virtual again, but not because of COVID-19.

McCune Responds To Calls For His Resignation From WCASD Board

After WCASD Board President Chris McCune had a parent commenter removed from the last board meeting, some are calling for his resignation.

Back To School: Downingtown Area Schools 2021-22 School Calendar

Parents in Downingtown Area School District can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Back To School: West Chester Area Schools 2021-22 School Calendar

Parents in West Chester Area School District can mark the first day of school as Aug. 30.

West Chester Area SB To Vote On New Asst. Superintendent Tonight

West Chester Area School District's board of directors will vote on the assistant superintendent candidate recommended by Dr. Scanlon.

West Chester University: Jennifer Rossi Long, Career Development Center, On KYW Newsradio's Indepth

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West Chester University: Jeanie Subach Talks Nutrition With The ACS & Pat Croce

Associate Professor of Nutrition Jeanie Subach was a guest on the American Cancer Society's HEALED Gathering live broadcast, with Pat Cr ...

West Chester University: WCU's Museum Prepares For Sesquicentennial Exhibition

Artifacts from the University's archives, the Alumni Association, and other sources are being curated for an exhibition that opens with ...

West Chester University: Live Music Returns To West Chester University With Criterions Jazz Ensemble's Alumni Co ...

Live music is back at West Chester University when an annual tradition returns. Alumni of the Wells School of Music's Criterions Jazz En ...

West Chester Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Downingtown Eateries, District Join For School Staff Thank You

A GoFundMe raised $14,743 to say thank you to Downingtown Area School District teachers and staff, with a catered lunch and surprises.

Saluting The Class Of 2021: Caelen Reid Of Bishop Shanahan

West Chester Patch is celebrating this year's seniors for their accomplishments.

West Chester University One Of The Most Promising Places To Work

West Chester University's Division of Student Affairs has been named one of the most promising places to work for the third year in a row.

Congratulations, Caelen Reid, Bishop Shanahan High School Class Of 2021

Before this year's seniors head on to that next step in their lives, we want to take a moment to let their stars shine here on Patch.