Coronavirus: West Chester University Announces Alt. Grading Policy For Remote Education

"The COVID-19 Alternative Grading Policy is designed to reduce the stress that many students are experiencing due to worldwide disruption."

West Chester U To Employ 'Opt-In' Grading Policy Amid Coronavirus

West Chester University will be using a new "opt-in" grading system through the coronavirus outbreak.

West Chester Student Affairs Division Named 'Most Promising Place To Work' For Second Consecutive Year

West Chester is one of only three Pennsylvania universities to have earned the prestigious distinction.

West Chester University Moves To Online Learning Due To Coronavirus

Face-to-face instruction will not occur on campus and these courses will resume by alternate means on March 30.

First Case Of Coronavirus Found In Chester County

Chesco government is moving to "mission essential" activity only, and residents are urged to avoid gyms, venues, and other public places.

West Chester U. Suspends On-Campus Courses Due To Coronavirus

All courses for the remainder of the spring semester will be completed online, and campus residence halls will be closed.

School Closed In West Chester Due To Illnesses

A school in West Chester took preventative measures to stop the spread of illness by shutting down Monday.

West Chester Gets $45K Grant For School Safety

Great news for the West Chester School District.

Here's How West Chester HS Students Did On The SATs In 2019

See how Rustin, East, and Henderson SAT scores stack up to other schools around Chester and Montgomery counties.

Rustin, East, Henderson Listed Among PA's 100 Best High Schools

West Chester proud: Three borough high schools were named among the top 100 in the entire state in a new list.

Coronavirus Update From West Chester University

The following info is provided to West Chester University based on current updates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Wells School Of Music Announces Free Faculty Recitals For Spring

All seven faculty recitals are programmed from January 27 through March 30, 2020.

West Chester University Gets $99K Grant To Fight Opioid Scourge

West Chester University has received a major federal grant to combat the opioid epidemic.

West Chester U. Marching Band To Perform At Eagles Playoff Game

West Chester University's marching band will play on the big stage this weekend during the Eagles vs. Seahawks Wild Card playoff game.

West Chester U. Holds 'Therapy Dog Extravaganza'

As a way to relieve student stress during finals, a "therapy dog extravaganza" was held at West Chester University.

West Chester Will Not Dismiss Early Monday

Nearby schools have decided to dismiss early on Monday due to the coming storm, but West Chester will let out on time, they announced.

Chesterbrook Academy Hosts Apple Distinguished School Showcase

Chesterbrook Academy Elementary School hosted an interactive open house to demonstrate how it incorporates technology for students

Students Hack Into Chester Co. School District, Get Personal Info

Students hacked personal information from a Chester County school district in order to gain an advantage in traditional water gun fights.

Frost Advisory Issued In Chester County

For the first time this season, temperatures could potentially dip below freezing overnight in parts of Chester County.

8 West Chester Students Are National Merit Semi-Finalists

Eight West Chester students were selected as part of the elite group, which is chosen from a pool of 1.5 million students.

2 West Chester High Schools On Philly Mag's '40 Best' List

Two high schools in the West Chester School District made Philly Mag's list of the "40 Best" in the region.

Chester Co School Tax Increases: How Does West Chester Compare?

How does West Chester's school tax increase compare to other districts in Chester County?

West Chester University Among PA's 'Best Values': Money Magazine

West Chester University has been named one of the best value schools in Pennsylvania in a new ranking.

Chester Co School Tax Increases For 2019-20, District-By-District

Chester County has 13 school districts. Which one has biggest tax increase this year?

West Chester Ranked 30th Best School District In PA

West Chester has been ranked the 30th best school district in Pennsylvania for 2020.

Scripps National Spelling Bee: Chester Co. Student Competing

The 92nd annual Scripps National Spelling Bee is nearly here. The whiz-kids from Pennsylvania include a local student.

US News Best High Schools 2019: See How West Chester Ranks

U.S. News & World Report released its 2019 Best High Schools list Tuesday. Here's how West Chester compared.

Chesterbrook Academy Teacher Named Apple Distinguished Educator

West Chester teacher Erika Moser joins recognized community of more than 2,800 education innovators around the world

2 West Chester Students Win National Merit Corporate Scholarships

Two West Chester high schoolers are among a small group of students nationwide to win the prestigious award.

West Chester Schools Considering Later Start Time

West Chester is the latest local school district to consider later starting times for students. Officials want to know what you think.

Coatesville Kindergarten Kickoff Event April 24

Dust off your cape, it is time to soar like a superhero at Power Up for Kindergarten!

West Chester Among Nation's Best Communities For Music Education

The NAMM Foundation has recognized West Chester's music education program as among the nation's best.

West Chester East HS Student Wins $20K Scholarship

A West Chester East High School student has been named a recipient of a $20,000 scholarship.

West Chester SD Announces Delayed Opening Monday

West Chester School District will have a delayed opening on Monday, March 4.

West Chester School District Intervening In Sunoco Complaint

West Chester is resorting to legal measures to address the dangers they said Mariner East 2 poses to several school district buildings.

West Chester School District Closed Wednesday

Due to the forecast of snow, West Chester schools will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 20.

West Chester Schools Not Dismissing Early; No After-School Events

West Chester did not follow the cue of some local school districts, opting to remain open for a full day on Tuesday.

West Chester School District Adopts 'Gender Neutral' Grad Gowns

West Chester's Bayard Rustin High School will adopt "gender neutral" gowns beginning with the 2020 graduation ceremony.

West Chester’s Curriculum is Going High-Tech

The WCASD is hosting a series of technology nights to give parents an inside look at the modern classroom.

Coatesville Kindergarten Registration Kickoff event Jan. 17

The event will be held at Rainbow Elementary for families with children headed to kindergarten for the 2019-20 school year.