County students look to the future at annual College Fair
he Transitioning Beyond High School early hour of the 2025 Chester County College Fair offered a structured setting for families to explore institutions with special education supports.
Chester County families gathered at United Sports in Downingtown on Monday, October 27, to attend the annual Chester County College Fair, organized by the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU), sponsored by CCRES...
Brown named new principal at CCIU Learning Center
Victor W. Brown, Jr., CCIU Learning Center’s new principal
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has appointed Victor W. Brown, Jr. as the new principal of the CCIU Learning Center in Coatesville. This appointment reflects CCIU’s ongoing commitment to providing exceptional leadership for learners with diverse learning needs.
“Victor is a proven leader who understands the importance...
CCIU opens revitalized Engle Education Center
The main entrance of the Engle Education Center
Monday, August 25 marked a significant milestone for the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) as the newly revitalized Engle Education Center welcomed approximately 233 students on its first official day. The new building houses several programs including K–12 special education programs such as autistic support, emotional support, life skills...
CCIU to offer sneak peak at new Engle Center
Newly installed playground equipment at the Engle campus.
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) is offering a first look at its newest educational facility: the Child & Career Development Center – Engle Education Campus. With space to serve over 130 secondary students and 225 early childhood program students, applications for this new campus are still open!
The grand opening and ribbon-cutting...
CCIU hosts inaugural PSEL Esports Expo with Rocket League tournament
Student competing in the 2025 PSEL Esports Tournament at the Chester County Intermediate Unit.
Over 40 educators and coaches, along with 25 students and 12 sponsors, gathered on Monday, June 2, for the inaugural Pennsylvania Scholastic Esports League (PSEL) Esports Expo at the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU). The event featured a Rocket League tournament and offered a full day of exploration...
County Student Forum celebrates year of student-led innovation and impact at annual banquet
Three of the cabinet members for the 2024-25 Chester County Student Forum sat together awaiting the kick-off of the celebratory banquet. Pictured from left to right are Romello Wilson (secretary), Anne Zhu (president), and Abigail Hood (treasurer).
High school students from across Chester County came together in May to celebrate the culmination of the 2024-25 Chester County Student Forum with...
CCIU names Yoder as Director of the Innovative Educational Services division
Dr. Sarah Yoder, newly named director of the Innovative Educational Services division at the CCIU
The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) announced that Dr. Sarah Yoder has been approved by the Board of Directors for appointment as the new Director of the Innovative Educational Services (IES) division. She will assume her role on July 1, 2025.
With a strong background in educational leadership...
CCIU celebrates academic excellence at the 2025 Breakfast of Champions
Travis Johnson of Great Valley High School was honored as the recipient of the 2025 Howard M. Reinard Jr., Competitor of the Year Award.
After several months of studying, practicing, and rigorous competing, Chester County high school students gathered at the Downingtown Country Club on Tuesday, May 13, to honor the hard work and dedication of the Chester County Academic Competition teams.
Coaches...
Local students compete in Reading Olympics, celebrating teamwork and the love of books
The Chester County Reading Olympics featured sessions for elementary, middle, and high school students. Pictured here is a team from Valley Forge Middle School, who called themselves the Bookie Monsters, as they worked together to answer questions about the books they read for the event.
Students from across Chester County gathered for the annual Reading Olympics, a high-energy, quiz-bowl style...
CCIU holds annual staff awards dinner
Sue Mateka, CCIU Hall of Fame inductee, poses with her family.
On the evening of May 8, the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) transformed the Technical College High School (TCHS) Pickering campus into an awards celebration, held to recognize distinguished service among its employees.
The Awards & Recognition Celebration, now in its 42nd year, honors excellence across the 1,800-employee...
