Education
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Cultivating a Classroom Culture Virtually
By Amanda Moreton As educators continue navigating the 2020-2021 school year, it has become apparent that creating a supportive and positive virtual classroom culture presents challenges. In my role as a Positive Behavior Coach at the Lincoln Center for Family and Youth, I help administrators and educators at Norristown Area School District foster safe learning…
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Penn State Great Valley to Host Faculty Research Showcase on Wednesday
Penn State Great Valley will host a virtual research presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 18 at 12 PM. Presented as part of the “Celebrating Research at Penn State Great Valley” series, the event will feature Sang Mook Lee and Minyoung (Min) Cheong, the recipients of the 2019 and 2020 Penn State Great Valley Early Career Research Awards, respectively. “Gender Diversity in…
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In Effort to Slow Surge of Coronavirus Infections, Montgomery County Orders Closure of Schools for Two Weeks
In an effort to try and help slow the surge of coronavirus infections, Montgomery County Board of Health has ordered all K-12 schools to close for two weeks starting with November 23, writes Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Despite protests from parents, the board voted unanimously to impose the order to revert schools to…
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MCCC Foundation Raises $163K with Launch of Philanthropic Circle of Partners
Montgomery County Community College Foundation’s new philanthropic partnership, Circle of Partners, raised more than $163,000 in just the first 24 hours. The MCCC Foundation – which helps students struggling to pay for tuition, instructional-related costs and essential needs such as rent and child care – announced the Circle of Partners during a virtual fundraising event,…
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St. Joseph’s Ready to Adjust to Future with New Partnerships, Programs
Amid the growingly challenging environment for many colleges, St. Joseph’s University – which straddles the Philadelphia-Lower Merion line – is ready to adjust for the future with new partnerships and programs, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. When St. Joseph’s University president Mark C. Reed first mentioned the possibility of a merger late last…
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‘Richly Talented’ Music Professor at WCU Earns Prestigious Pew Center Fellowship
Jacob Cooper, an associate professor in the Wells School of Music at West Chester University, has been awarded a $75,000 Pew Center for Arts and Heritage Fellowship. Cooper is one of only 12 Fellows selected this year by the Pew Center. The Fellowship will allow the Philadelphia-based musician to continue his work of composing new…
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MCCC’s 2019-2020 Annual Report highlights ‘Creating a Culture of Belonging’
Montgomery County Community College’s recently-released 2019-2020 annual report, “Creating a Culture of Belonging”, highlights its accomplishments, resiliency and strength amid the unexpected challenges of a global pandemic. Under President Dr. Victoria Bastecki-Perez’s leadership, MCCC earned numerous awards and recognitions for its work in supporting students and their successes, as well as for its diverse, inclusive…
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Abington Friends School Hosting Virtual Visit Event for Fall Admission
Abington Friends School is hosting a Fall Admission Virtual Visit, Tuesday Nov. 10, that will serve as an informational session covering the admission process and includes presentations about academics and student life. AFS is a vibrant and ambitious Quaker school that cultivates informed change-makers who lead authentic and accomplished lives. The School welcomes families who…
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Manor College Hosting its First Ever Virtual Gala to Honor James and Dr. Lourene Nevels
Manor College is hosting Evening with Manor, its first-ever Virtual Gala Thursday, Nov 12 7PM-8:30PM in honor of two individuals who have had a significant impact on the College itself, education in general, and the surrounding community, James and Dr. Lourene Nevels. With nearly 40 years of experience in the securities and investment industry, Mr.…
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With Planning, the Cost of a College or an MBA Degree is in Reach
By Leslie Feldman Whether you are a recent high school graduate or someone going back to school to either finish your undergraduate degree or pursue that long dreamed-for MBA, figuring out how to pay for college is always top-of-mind. Your college education is an investment in your future, but you shouldn’t have to break the…
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See Which Montco School Districts Have Some of Best Teachers in Pennsylvania
Montgomery County is home to seven of the Top 50 school districts with the best teachers in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to a recently published ranking by Niche.com. To determine the ranking for its list of the 2021 Districts with the Best Teachers in Pennsylvania, Niche.com evaluated factors such as teacher salaries, teacher absenteeism, teacher…
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Harcum College’s Socktober Drive Collects 790 Pairs of New Socks for Local Nonprofit
A small caravan of Harcum College employees recently traveled to Phoenixville to deliver 790 pairs of new socks, which were collected during Socktober, the college’s month-long drive to collect socks for the homeless. The socks were dropped off at a warehouse operated by The Joy of Sox, a nonprofit founded 10 years ago by Radnor…
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WCU to Host Pair of Events in Honor of Native American Heritage Month
November is National Native American Heritage Month, and as such, West Chester University will host a pair of events in honor of this time that is designated to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of Native Americans. “Indigenous Photography” with Jaida Grey Eagle will be held via Zoom on Monday, Nov.…
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Manor College’s Virtual Ukrainian-American Affairs Dialogue Discusses President Zelenskyy
Manor College held its ninth Ukrainian Dialogue virtually this year to discuss the political philosophies of President Zelenskyy in mid-October. The College hosts dialogues that focus on Ukrainian-American affairs twice a year and are well attended by various members of the Ukrainian Community. The discussions during these dialogues always create meaningful and important conversation, with…
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Milestone Therapy Group Uses Child-Centered Approach to Help Families Find Solutions
By David Bjorkgren In a time when health care services often seem impersonal, Milestone Therapy Group in Bala Cynwyd still feels like family, according to Sarah Wayland of Overbrook Farms in Philadelphia. Milestone was created in June 2019 by Ashley and Kyle White. It provides speech, occupational and physical therapy to children from birth to…
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Several Local Colleges Hope to Maintain In-Person Classes Until Thanksgiving
Several local colleges are hoping to keep the number of COVID-19 cases low enough to continue holding in-person classes until Thanksgiving, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. After the holiday, the majority plan to switch to remote instructions for the remainder of the semester. St. Joseph’s University had a close call earlier in the…
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WCU’s Dance Department to Present a Virtual Concert on Thursday
A fall dance concert featuring 11 works of ScreenDance will be presented virtually by West Chester University’s Department of Theatre and Dance on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 PM. Performances are free, but donations are encouraged. Registration is required. The concert will be available to view through Nov. 30. All donations collected will support the…
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From the Lincoln Center: De-stressing in Distressing Times
By Melissa Miller The phrase “unprecedented times” gets thrown around so much that it’s almost cliché now. The world has changed drastically during the past seven months, and as much as many of us wish we could “return to factory settings,” that does not seem likely anytime in the near future. Many schools, for example,…
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