KCSD hosts busy June board meeting
Budget passes, Hritz named KHS principal, MDL K-center curriculum debated
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
KENNETT SQUARE – The Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD) board had a busy meeting this week; with several agenda items directly impacting the district’s resources, administration and curriculum. Top items included passing the 2015/2016 operating budget, the announcement...
Kennett Library hosts Home & Garden Tour Saturday
The Home & Garden Day Tour is this Saturday, June 6, and the Kennett Library is also currently holding its popular yearly raffle as a part of the fun. The community is encouraged to stop by and purchase tickets for chances to win great prizes like a golf outing, a spa day, museum tickets, tasty treats and more.
For the first time, this year’s Home & Garden Day Tour will explore the...
Malvern Prep honors class of 2015
June 4 Commencement to bond history and bright futures
The presentation of the Kevin J. Fitzpatrick ’81 Senior Class Award to Nick Parente of Lincoln University (second from right) and Brian Rawlins of West Chester (third from right). At left are Steve Valyo ’70, Assistant Head of School, and Christian Talbot, Head of School. At right is the Rev. Jim Flynn, O.S.A., President.
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UCF mom expands unique cycling studio to Main Line
2nd location provides residents & commuters increased flexibility to “Get Fit and Ryde!’
WEST CHESTER, PA – When Erica Burns relocated from Long Island, N.Y. to the Philadelphia suburbs in 2012 due to her husband’s job, she had no idea her own professional success would blossom as well.
While getting her family of five situated in their new Kennett Square home, Burns came upon Fit Ryde,...
‘Day of Beauty’ for area veterans
A special approach to honoring those who serve
This Memorial Day, veterans from the Coatesville VA Medical Center received a ‘Day of Beauty’ thanks to the staff of AseraCare Hospice and Palliative Medicine – Philadelphia, and the students from Empire Beauty School – Exton.
The caring students and staff provided complimentary haircuts; along with a bit of pampering comfort, as their special...
Kennett student wins state & qualifies to national tech. competition
Correa awarded a $15k scholarship to Northwestern Ohio University, $2,500 scholarship to Penn State College of Technology & Kobalt multi-drive wrench
Gilberto Correa, a senior at Kennett High School, won first place in the Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (HVAC/R) at the 48th Annual SkillsUSA Pennsylvania Competition, held in Hershey in April. With this first place finish,...
Chesco’s biggest Memorial Day parade salutes veterans
Kennett Square’s beloved, time-honored tradition marches on
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
Marine First Sergeant and Kennett Square resident, Steven Hunter, walks the parade with son Alex
KENNETT SQUARE – Historic Kennett Square hosted its annual Memorial Day Parade Monday. With more than 1,000 participants, near perfect weather, and an estimated record attendance; the parade appeared...
KEA presents $5k scholarship & student awards
Top KCSD students honored
The Kennett Education Association (KEA) held its 24th Annual Scholarship and Awards Reception, May 6, to recognize outstanding students for their academic merit and school citizenship. These students represent the excellence that the members of the Association encourage in the Kennett Consolidated School District (KCSD).
KEA award winners for the 2014-15 academic year.
The...
Kennett school board looks at facility upgrades
Budget & student math stars also top agenda at monthly KCSD meeting
By Kim Chiomento, News Editor, The Times
LANDENBERG –Kennett Consolidated School District’s (KCSD) May board meeting had a lighter than typical agenda, but still focused on several important district-wide issues. The meeting, held at Kennett Middle School, was well attended and part light-hearted and celebratory. In addition...
YMCA hosts FREE outdoor swim Memorial Day weekend
Outdoor pools open to community – event places a focus water safety
On May 23, 24 & 25, the YMCA of Greater Brandywine will kick off summer by opening its outdoor pools for FREE to all members of the community. This event is designed to highlight the importance of swim lessons and water safety skills and gives families the opportunity to enjoy a day of outdoor fun at the pool.
Water safety...
