Education
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Two Bucks County High School Students Awarded National Merit Scholarships
Two Bucks County high school students were recently named National Merit Scholars, receiving scholarships awarded to only a select number of students nationwide, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The first winner is Alyssa Loudon, a student attending Neshaminy High School and living in Levittown. The second winner is Gregory J. Galonsky, a Yardley resident attending…
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Gina M. Slocum: Peirce College Graduate’s Journey to Commencement
Today’s feature is Gina M. Slocum, a graduate of the Master of Science in Healthcare Administration program at Peirce College. “The year was 2015, I faced a significant career setback when I was laid off, from my role as an office manager at a nonprofit organization. In that role, I not only managed the office but…
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Severe Rise in Endowment Tax ‘Devastating’ to Swarthmore College
Swarthmore College could be hit with a tax rate increase in its endowments from 1.4 percent to anywhere from 14 to 21 percent, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The rate increase was approved by the U.S. House of Representatives and is now being considered by the U.S. Senate. The impact would be devastating…
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Science Teacher at Abington Friends School to Work Aboard EPA Research Vessel on Lake Michigan
Virginia Friedman, a seventh-grade science teacher at Abington Friends School, will join the staff of the Pennsylvania Sea Grant’s Center for Great Lakes Literacy (CGLL) to work aboard a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency research vessel on Lake Michigan from July 7-13. Through a partnership with the EPA’s Great Lakes National Program Office and the National Oceanic and…
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Chester Dad Shellman Washington III, Learned From Daughters’ College Drive
For four years, four or five days a week, Shellman Washington III of Chester, with help from his mom, went on a college drive, taking his twin daughters to and from Neumann University in Aston. It was a learning experience for everyone, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The daughters, who didn’t have the…
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Chester County Home to Two of Pennsylvania’s Highest-Scoring School Districts
Two Chester County school districts rank among the best in the state according to standardized test scores, writes Ethan Lott for Philadelphia Business Journal. Unionville-Chadds Ford and Tredyffrin-Easttown School Districts placed at No. 8 and No. 12, respectively, in a statewide district ranking by Pittsburgh Business Times. The journal evaluated 482 of the state’s 500…
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Pennridge School District Faces Ongoing Assistant and Substitute Teacher Shortage
Pennridge School District has been dealing with teacher and assistant shortages for several years, and during that time also struggled to find enough support staff, writes Jess Rohan for the Bucks County Courier Times. The school has contacted an external company, Judge Healthcare, since at least 2023 to help find candidates for its assistant positions.…
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Eastern University Ranks Among Fastest Alternative Teacher Certification Programs in Pennsylvania
Eastern University ranks eighth out of 25 schools listed on TeachingCertificationDegrees.com’s list of the Fastest Alternative Teaching Certification Programs in Pennsylvania for 2025. With a 12-month completion timeline, Eastern stands among the top institutions across the state that provide streamlined options for aspiring educators to enter the classroom quickly and confidently. TeachingCertificationDegrees.com is a trusted resource that…
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Bucks County Among List of Pennsylvania Counties Facing a Teacher Shortage
Bucks County is among many other Pennsylvania counties facing a teacher shortage. Officials are calling the shortage “moderate,” writes Chris Ullery in the Bucks County Courier Times. According to Teach Plus Pennsylvania, 45 of 67 Pennsylvania counties are facing a “severe” or “extremely severe” shortage of teachers. Data indicates that Bucks County’s public-school districts…
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Philadelphia Schools Replace Over 2,400 Old School Water Fountains With New Bottle Filling Stations
The School District of Philadelphia recently installed 2,404 new water bottle filling stations across schools across the city, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The installations is part of a solution for a major health risk. According to a 2022 analysis of district water sources conducted by PennEnvironment and various local nonprofits, 98…
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Armstrong Middle School to Install Solar Panels Thanks to State-Funded Grant
One Bucks County school will receive a solar panel grant as part of the state’s Solar for Schools program, writes Kristen A. Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Pennsylvania officials recently approved $22.6 million in state funding for energy projects in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, and Delaware counties. With this additional funding, lawmakers and educational leaders hope…
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Centennial School District Bus Driver Rich Kutz Retires After 50 Years
After nearly 54 years behind the wheel of Centennial School District buses, Rich Kutz retired this week at almost 80, writes Kelly Rule for FOX 29 Philadelphia. On Monday afternoon, he walked to his bus at the transportation yard in Warminster for the last time. Many things have changed since he started driving for the…
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Staying Ahead: Career Resilience and Advancement in a Changing World
In a rapidly shifting job market marked by economic uncertainty, automation, and industry disruptions, building a resilient and adaptable career strategy has never been more crucial. Elisa Seeherman, Associate Director of Career Services at Penn State Great Valley, believes the key to thriving in this environment lies in continuous growth, strategic networking, and taking advantage…
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Peirce College Graduate’s Journey To Commencement: Donna Payton
Today’s feature is Donna Payton, a graduate of the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program at Peirce College. “In February 2022, I found myself feeling dissatisfied with my online experience at Liberty University. I shared my concerns with my husband, John Payton, who is a proud graduate of Peirce College. John, who earned his Bachelor of…
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18 High School Seniors Receive $360,000 in Scholarships from Green Family Foundation, Firstrust Bank
In a powerful show of support for the next generation of changemakers, the Green Family Foundation and Firstrust Bank recently awarded $360,000 in scholarships to 18 exceptional high school seniors during a ceremony at the Firstrust Bank Club at the Philadelphia Eagles stadium. The students, chosen for their vision and commitment to their communities, are…
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GMercyU to Host 38th Annual Golf Tournament on Sept. 29
Gwynedd Mercy University will host its 38th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, Sept. 29. The event is sponsored by Irwin & Leighton, a King of Prussia-based construction firm, and will be held at the Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club in Fort Washington. Space is limited to 124 golfers. The tournament is a scramble format in…
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Discover Your Future at Harcum College’s Open House on Jun. 17
Harcum College invites prospective and accepted students to experience campus life firsthand at its upcoming Open House on Tuesday, Jun. 17, from 11:00 AM-2:30 PM. This exciting event offers a unique opportunity to explore what makes Harcum the “college of possibilities.” The day begins in Klein Hall, with check-in from 11:00-11:20 AM. Guests will enjoy…
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Justin Demetrius Barker: Peirce College Graduate’s Journey to Commencement
Today’s feature is Justin Demetrius Barker, a graduate of the Master of Science Organizational Leadership and Management program. “Well, I came to Peirce about two years after graduating high school. I had attempted to attend Temple University and CCP, but I still hadn’t shaken off the high school C-student mentality. Honestly, I carried that mentality with me…
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