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Valley Forge Academy Extends Admissions Deadline to Sept. 9
Valley Forge Military Academy has extended its admissions deadline to September 9th as scholarships are available for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. “Historically, the admissions deadline was a set one for all new and incoming students,” said Anna Brennan, Director of Academy Admissions & Academy Financial Aid. “We want to allow ample time for those who may…
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C&N Bank Donation Helps Pathway School Make Inroads with Students
C&N Bank has donated $30,000 to Jeffersonville’s Pathway School, under the Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC). The Pathway School is a nonprofit special education school. Founded in 1961, it serves students ages 5–21 with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbances, and other neurological impairments. The school’s mission is to build academic, social, and…
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Exploring a Chinook Helicopter at Valley Forge Military College
Qualified students from Valley Forge Military College had an opportunity to get an insider’s look at a CH47 Chinook helicopter as part of a week-long June session on the Wayne campus. The students are part of a two-year early commission scholarship program, which gives them a free education at Valley Forge and the opportunity to…
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Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Has Clear Agenda: Promote Montgomery County for Meetings
For the first time in the organization’s history, the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB) has launched a meetings-specific marketing campaign, Room for Meetings, Room for More. It is aimed at attracting corporate meetings and association conference involving weekday overnight accommodations. The VFTCB chose Aloysius Butler & Clark, a Wilmington, Del. media company, in…
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New Dean Lauren Wochok Named at Valley Forge Military Academy
Valley Forge Military Academy’s assistant dean since 2020 Lauren Wochok was named this week as the new dean for the Academy. Wochok replaces Paul Lea, IV, who has been named president of Valley Forge Academy in Doha, Qatar. “We are fortunate to have in place someone who knows the Cadets and our school very well…
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Boyds Opens Permanent Suburban Outpost With New Store on Main Line
The popular high-end Philadelphia retailer Boyds will now have a permanent presence in the suburbs with its new store in Wayne at 201 W. Lancaster Ave. opening in September, writes Natalie Kostelni for Philadelphia Business Journal. A temporary store at Suburban Square in Ardmore will close. The Wayne store will take up 11,000 square feet…
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Valley Forge Military Academy Graduates Class of 2022
Valley Forge Military Academy has awarded 36 Cadets with their high school diplomas as part of the 94th annual commencement ceremony. The Cadets have been accepted to more than 30 colleges and universities to begin studying for their bachelor’s degrees. “We are so proud of this class,” said Col Stuart B. Helgeson, USMCR (Ret), president…
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It’s Instant Accept Week June 20-24 at Valley Forge Military College
Qualified students can ease the sometimes confusing college admission process during Instant Accept Week at Valley Forge Military College. During Accept Week June 20 to 24, VFMC will provide instant acceptance to qualified students prepared with their official transcripts. Pew Research has found that college graduates earn 50% more than those with a high school…
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Valley Forge Military Academy & College Honors Fallen with Memorial Day Events
Sadly, more than one million military service personnel have died during American wars. Memorial Day is intended to honor them, their lives, and their service. A special day in the life of the nation, it is a time to remember the bravery of the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice defending the freedoms held…
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Valley Forge Military College Graduates the 84th Class of Cadets
Valley Forge Military College, the Military College of Pennsylvania™, has graduated its 84th class of cadets. Thirty-three cadets received Associate’s degrees and will matriculate to other colleges and universities to complete their Bachelor’s degrees. Michael O’Dea, the salutatorian, earned the distinction of ranking second academically in his class. Graduating with an Associate of Arts in…
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Buon Compleanno! Di Bruno Bros.’ Wayne Location Celebrates One-Year Birthday with Two-Day Tasting Party
It’s been nearly a year since Di Bruno Bros. took its renowned reputation for gourmet cheese, cured meats, and specialty foods from South Philly to Wayne. The specialty food retailer is celebrating the suburban expansion at 394 W. Lancaster Ave. with a Fri.-Sat.-Sun. “Eat, Shop, Learn” event May 13–14. The “eat” aspect of that trio…
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Valley Forge Academy’s Annual Scholarship Golf Classic Coming May 2
The Valley Forge Military Academy and College in Wayne is hosting its annual VFMAC Scholarship Golf Classic on May 2 at the St. David’s Golf Club, 845 Radnor Street Road in Wayne. The event includes lunch, golf, dinner and an award ceremony. Registration is at 10:30 a.m. with a lunch buffet starting at 10:45 a.m.,…
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Focus is on Local Hotel to Become Market Leader in King of Prussia Area by Wayne-Based Management Company
Management of the Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Valley Forge has been taken over by Synergy Hospitality Management, a Wayne-based hospitality management company, writes Laura Smythe for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Following a $14 million renovation, Synergy Hospitality Management plans to restore the Chesterbrook hotel as a “market leader” in the King of Prussia area. …
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Follow the Journey of an Eagle From Penn Station in New York to Valley Forge
The eagle statues that once adorned the original Pennsylvania Station in New York City found new homes thanks to a preservation effort back in the 1960s. One of those eagles ended up at the Valley Forge Military Academy and College in Wayne, writes Michelle Young for Untapped New York. When Penn Station was being demolished…
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Skincare Solution Search Led 2 Women to Start Successful Sweet and Kind Product Line
Suzanne Zelov of Villanova and Mary Katherine Schenkel of Phoenixville have been sharing just about everything since they met 17 years ago, including skincare problems, writes Lisa Dukart for Philadelphia Business Journal. “At this point in our lives, we have tried almost everything that’s out there, barring surgery,” Schenkel, said. As they researched topical skincare…
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Valley Forge Military Academy & College Partners to Establish Valley Forge Academy in Doha, Qatar
Valley Forge Military Academy & College is establishing the first-ever Valley Forge Academy in Qatar–the first international American school for boys to open in that country. VFMAC entered into an agreement with Doha, Qatar-based Global Institute Studies (GSI). The Valley Forge Academy Qatar is set to open in August 2022. “Our institutions share a commitment…
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‘Harry Potter,’ ‘Servant’ Actor Rupert Grint Stops in at Minella’s in Wayne for Some Sunday Breakfast
Actor Rupert Grint created a small stir when he showed up Sunday morning for breakfast at the Minella’s Diner in Wayne, writes Pat Ralphi for Philly Voice. Grint is known for his role as Ron Weasley in the “Harry Potter” film series and more recently for his role in M. Night Shyamalen’s Apple TV thriller…
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Valley Forge Military Academy Welcomes New Plebes Class
Valley Forge Military Academy (VFMA) welcomes its latest class of plebes to the school to begin the spring semester. VFMA is a private, independent college preparatory school providing a military-style education for boys in grades 7-12. The new class spans the world with students from six U.S. states and the countries of Russia and Kenya.…
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