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Delaware County School Districts

• CHESTER COMMUNITY CS

  
  

  The Chester Community Charter School is dedicated to empowering students as learners through the development of a results-driven academic environment, which includes a partnership with parents, a focus on building life skills and the desire for knowledge. It is our mission to assist students in developing the necessary academic, social and emotional skill sets to prepare them for successful academic experiences in high school, post-secondary education and beyond.

• CHESTER-UPLAND SD

  
  

  We have a moral imperative to help our students reach their potential—“mind, body and spirit”. We must facilitate learning for all students and inspire and empower them to lead fulfilling and productive lives in our rapidly changing and increasingly complex society. We must strive to create a learning community that joins together to ensure a high-quality, rigorous and relevant education for every student in Chester Upland. Further, we must foster respectful relationships among all stakeholders with the hope of academic excellence, aspirations for higher education, and multiple opportunities for our students so that they will contribute meaningfully as citizens and workers in our global society.

• CHICHESTER SD

  
  

  The mission of the Chichester School District is to prepare students to be productive, self-sufficient, and responsible citizens in a rapidly changing world.

• DAVIDSON SCHOOL

  
  

  The Davidson School is an Approved Private School for students, ages 3 through 21, with special needs, licensed and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. All students are referred to the Davidson School by their local school district. Students receive special education instruction and related services identified in their Individualized Education Program (IEP). These related services may include: physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, psychological and vision services, positive behavior support and school health services. The Davidson School provides a highly structured classroom environment with a low student-to-staff ratio. All transportation is provided by the referring school district.

• DELAWARE COUNTY TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL

  
  

  Guided by industry professionals, Delaware County Technical Schools prepare today’s students for tomorrow’s opportunities by providing innovative, meaningful technical training, a foundation for life-long learning and marketable credentials for high-wage, high demand careers. Delaware County Technical High Schools have two locations, Aston and Folcroft Campus. Students from the fifteen (15) area school districts have the opportunity to enhance their educational program with career and technical experiences that are directly connected to the real world. Business and Industry members review and update the career and technical education (CTE) programs offered by DCTS on a yearly basis.

• DELAWARE COUNTY IU 25

  
  

  The Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU) is a regional education services agency. It is our mission to provide leadership for the development of innovative and cost-effective programs to meet the needs of our county. DCIU serves more than 80,000 school-aged students and more than 6,000 educators on a regional basis. Direct instruction is provided to more than 15,000 students enrolled in DCIU’s Special Programs, Career and Technical Education and specialized programs. The Delaware County Intermediate Unit is one of Pennsylvania’s 29 regional educational agencies. Established in 1970 by the State Legislature, IUs were charged with providing services in seven areas. DCIU grew to meet Delaware County’s needs by providing services best offered on a regional basis such as special education, technical education, services to nonpublic schools and technology. The mission of the Delaware County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, is to provide leadership in the development and delivery of quality, cost-effective programs and services to school communities.

• GARNET VALLEY SD

  
  

  The vision of the Garnet Valley School District is to be a premier school district committed to continual improvement characterized by: • High educational standards and expectations • Exemplary programs and instruction for all students • A safe learning environment • Students who possess the skills to achieve in a global community • Commitment to inspire life-long learning. Mission: Quality Educational Opportunities for All. In pursuit of this mission, the Garnet Valley School District will: • Exude enthusiasm for the learning process • Address the unique needs of each learner • Endeavor to provide all students with a solid educational foundation for life-long learning • Help students develop their thinking skills • Prepare students for responsible citizenship in a world of constant change • Develop a high-performance workforce.

• GEORGE CROTHERS MEMORIAL SCHOOL

  
  

  The George Crothers Memorial School at CADES is a place where children challenged by disability have a chance to shine. We are a licensed special education school serving children with intellectual and physical disabilities from mild to medically fragile, ages 3 to 21 years old. Here at our school, students make friends as well as making progress. We provide a continuum of specialized instruction and learning therapies to address the highly individualized educational needs of our students. We know that what can work for one child will not work for another. Quite simply, we look at each child, get to know them, and develop a unique plan to support their success.

• HAVERFORD TOWNSHIP SD

  
  

  The School District is located in a residential community in northeastern Delaware County right outside Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The District currently has a student enrollment of approximately 5,475, and, residents number over 49,000. There are seven schools in the District: Chatham Park, Chestnutwold, Coopertown, Lynnewood, and Manoa elementary schools, with grades kindergarten through 5; Haverford Middle School, with grades 6-8; and Haverford High School, with grades 9-12. The mission of the District of Haverford Township is to educate and to inspire a community of life-long learners.

• INTERBORO SD

  
  

  At the Interboro School District, we are privileged to receive endless amounts of support from parents, community members, and School Board members who are focused and determined. Together, we are committed to providing the finest educational opportunities for all students in our district. We, the Interboro Community, are people working together, caring about, and supporting each other as we create an exciting atmosphere for learning. Through mutual respect and understanding, we celebrate the uniqueness of ourselves and every member of our community. Effective communicating, problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making form the essence of our dynamic approach to learning. Our vision is infinite . . . we are constantly in a state of becoming.

• MARPLE NEWTOWN SD

  
  

  Marple Newtown School District has a long tradition of excellence in education. Marple Newtown is a suburban Philadelphia school district in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, in a community of approximately 35,000 people, most of whom are involved in business and the professions. There are approximately 3,500 students enrolled in Grades K through 12. Accelerated and Advanced Placement courses are offered in all the academic areas. The academic curriculum of the district reflects the strength of traditional programs while meeting the changing needs of a technological society. The district is a clear leader in the county in the development of academic standards. In addition to a strong academic program that includes 16 Advanced Placement courses, 32 Honors courses are also offered to students. A variety of opportunities are available to students through elective courses, independent study programs, and a wide range of extra-curricular activities and athletics. There are accelerated courses in all disciplines and a comprehensive Special Education program for students who require special instruction.

• MELMARK INC

  
  

  Melmark is a private, not-for-profit provider of comprehensive residential, educational, vocational, and healthcare services for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, brain injury, other neurological and genetic disorders, and related challenging behaviors. Programs are offered in Berwyn, Pennsylvania (a Philadelphia suburb) and Andover, Massachusetts (a Boston suburb), with all programs offered in the least restrictive environment possible. Melmark's mission is to serve children, adults and their families affected by a broad range of developmental disabilities.

• PENN-DELCO SD

  
  

  The Penn-Delco School District embodies excellence in education. The Pennsylvania Department of Education has honored the District for achieving district-wide Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) standards for eight consecutive years. Penn-Delco has the most dedicated, enthusiastic employees in the Commonwealth and a Board of School Directors that works hard to ensure our students receive the best possible education. Penn-Delco is located in Southeastern Pennsylvania approximately 15 miles southwest of Philadelphia. The district encompasses Brookhaven and Parkside Boroughs and Aston Township. Approximately 3,400 students are enrolled in grades Kindergarten through 12. The mission of the Penn-Delco School District is to enable all students to learn the skills, acquire the knowledge, and develop the attitudes necessary for them to reach their full potential as citizens who can meet the challenges of a changing global society in the 21st Century. Our primary focus has always been on student achievement. The district has implemented academic standards in an effort to stress high expectations for all students.

• RADNOR TOWNSHIP SD

  
  

  Radnor Township School District has a tradition of excellence. Supported by a community that values education, the district is proud to deliver an exceptional educational program that strives to meet the needs of our students, their families, and the community. Fully staffed by more than 300 highly qualified teachers, including classroom teachers, literacy coaches, teacher leaders and staff developers, reading specialists, librarians, nurses, special education teachers, guidance counselors, psychologists, and other support specialists, this high-performing school district consistently ranks among the top educational institutions in the country. Ongoing staff development provides opportunities for growth in understanding of content, best practices and instruction to enrich teaching and learning. The district offers a comprehensive program for more than 3,600 students and has instituted a new strategic plan through 2013. The mission of the Radnor Township School District is to inspire in all students the love of learning and creating, and to empower them to discover and pursue their individual passions with knowledge, confidence, and caring to shape the future.

• RIDLEY SD

  
  

  It is the mission of the Ridley School District to create a caring environment that gives all students the opportunity to achieve their fullest personal and academic potential in order to become productive and responsible citizens.

• ROSE TREE MEDIA SD

  
  

  Mission: Students are the focus of the Rose Tree Media School District learning community. Our educational program is based on world class standards through which all students reach their intellectual, emotional, social and physical potential. Our schools provide an environment that celebrates students’ diversity, individual talents and efforts, and promotes collaboration, caring, respect, and leadership. Vision: Each student is a lifelong learner who contributes to an increasingly diverse world. All members of the school community are technologically proficient. All members of the school community are committed to continuous improvement. All community stakeholders are dedicated to ensuring that students acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance and fully develop their unique potential.

• SOUTHEAST DELCO SD

  
  

  The mission of the Southeast Delco School District is to nurture, educate, and challenge students to become lifelong learners, possessing knowledge, compassion, and a desire to serve the global community.

• SPRINGFIELD SD

  
  

  We are a community of outstanding students, caring parents, exceptional administrators and an amazing faculty and staff. We are all here to insure that the students of Springfield and Morton have an opportunity to truly be successful in life.

• UPPER DARBY SD

  
  

  The Upper Darby School District's mission is to provide "a comprehensive and challenging educational program which encourages all learners in a safe environment to respect others, value education, and appreciate and contribute to their community as confident, independent thinkers."

• WALLINGFORD-SWARTHMORE SD

  
  

  The Wallingford-Swarthmore School District is committed to assuring the academic achievement and personal growth of all students within an environment that promotes: Respect for self and others; Active engagement in learning; Leadership in the global community; The pursuit of excellence. Our vision is to develop a world-class school district that provides students with the skills to succeed in a changing global environment. This vision will be realized through a commitment to high-quality programs and continuous improvement based upon careful analysis and integration of the most effective practices.

• WIDENER PARTNERSHIP CS

  
  

  The mission of the WPCS is to develop urban elementary (K-7) students with the behaviors, task commitment and creativity to succeed in the current educational environment. Through holistic cultivation of children's resources, the WPCS will enable students to become self-motivated, competent, and lifelong learners. The school will aim to educate its students to become citizens of character who can contribute to the vitality and well-being of the region. By providing a multicultural, student-centered environment in which all students are held to high academic and behavioral standards and by engaging parents and caregivers as partners in the education of their children, the WPCS will provide the context for students to work in collaborative relationships both within and outside the school to provide service to the greater community.

• WILLIAM PENN SD

  
  

  Located in southeastern Delaware County, the William Penn School District serves approximately 5,500 students who live in the six communities of Aldan,Colwyn,Darby,East Lansdowne,Lansdowne, and Yeadon Boroughs. Our eight elementary schools, which serve students in Kindergarten through the sixth grade, are as follows: Aldan, Ardmore Avenue, Bell Avenue, Colwyn, East Lansdowne, Evans, Park Lane, and Walnut Street. Our secondary schools are Penn Wood Middle School (grades 7 and 8), Penn Wood High School – Cypress Street Campus (grades 9 and 10) and Penn Wood High School – Green Avenue Campus (grades 11 and 12). The William Penn School District also offers: Alternative education through its Ombudsman Program and Alternative School; Customized, accelerated learning options through our Blended Schools program; and an alternative to the traditional brick-and-mortar school setting through the William Penn School District Cyber Academy. Mission Statement: The William Penn School District, having high expectations and accountability for all, is committed to a continuous learning ethic that promotes student achievement and prepares students to make positive choices.