College Financial Aid Applications In Chartiers Valley Area: Compare To PA

See how college aid applications changed for Chartiers Valley area high schools.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Students have overcome many obstacles the past year. Celebrate your graduate on Chartiers Valley Patch.

2021 College Aid: How Chartiers Valley Area Compares In Application Rates

See how college aid applications changed for Chartiers Valley area high schools.

Chartiers Valley Area Increases Share Of College Grads

The portion of U.S. residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been on the rise. Here's how it’s changed in Allegheny County.

Chartiers Valley School Calendar 2017-18: First Day Of School, Vacations, Conferences

When's the first day of school in Chartiers Valley? That, and other must-know dates for parents, students and teachers.

Petition Launched Against New $128K Penn State Logo

The re-branding effort that allegedly cost $128,000 was done without the input of the student and alumni community, detractors allege.

Three Pa. Colleges Named Top Party Schools

Bucknell University, coming in at number four, was the top non-Big Ten school on Princeton Review's list.

11 Pennsylvania Schools Ranked Among Forbes' Top 100 Colleges

Eleven schools from the Keystone State made the top 100, including Swarthmore College and the University of Pennsylvania.

Plum HS Student Says Teacher Publicly Intimidated Her Into Silence On Sex Affair

A different teacher is being charged for having sex with the girl when she was a minor.

Canonsburg Boy Competes In National Spelling Bee Finals

Atharv Bhave, a seventh grader, will represent the region at the Scripps National Spelling Bee.

Case of Tuberculosis Confirmed at Beechview School

Allegheny County Health Department has confirmed a case of tuberculosis involves a Beechview school student.

Pennsylvania Ranks High for Parent Power in Education

Pennsylvania ranks #14 out of all U.S. states when it comes to giving parents fundamental power over their child’s education.

Senate Education Committee Backs Emergency Epinephrin Bill

The bill, proposed by Sen. Matt Smith, will allow schools to store and administer epinephrin, which is used to treat food allergy reactions.

Bill Would Let Pa. School Employees Carry Guns At Work

The bill’s sponsor said recent school shootings prompted the legislation.

East Allegheny Teachers Strike for Salary Concerns

On what would have been the second day of school, East Allegheny teachers are beginning their second day of picketing.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

Chartiers Valley School District Goes Green

The district is looking for new ways to go green and improve sustainability.

Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Fundraiser For Local Girl During CV Homecoming Carnival

Among the events of the carnival is a fundraiser for local student Sydney Hawk.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

CV To Host Community Health Extravaganza

The community event will feature health and fitness vendors from around Pittsburgh.

7 Things You Probably Don't Want to Know About Head Lice

Dried up lice and nits have been found on the hair of Egyptian mummies.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Post Your Back-To-School Photos on Patch

Here's how to share your back-to-school photos with your neighbors.

New Faces in CV District as School Year Begins

There are staffing changes and new employees in the Chartiers Valley School District.

Back to School: Facts for the 2013-14 School Year

The U.S. Census Bureau provides facts and figures about Americans in school as Chartiers Valley students start the 2013-14 school year.

Should Students Recite the Pledge of Allegiance?

Should students be required to recite the Pledge of Allegiance?

New School Visitor System in Place at CV Schools

Several new programs and policies will be in effect this school year.

Want Money for Chartiers Valley Schools? Vote for Them on 'Give with Target'

Your votes through Target’s Facebook page could equal dollars for local schools.

First Day of School + Four More Things Happening at CV

Five important dates to know before the Chartiers Valley school year begins.

5 Laugh-Out-Loud Blogs to Start the School Year

You've bought the supplies (or not), you've got the new clothes (some of them), and like it or not, the first day of school is upon you. Here, some inspiration to get you ready for the year ahead.

Packing Healthy Lunches for Chartiers Valley Students

What do you send in those brown bags or thermal lunch boxes? Help with suggestions for other moms or dads!

South Hills Village Plans Back-to-School Event

There will be games for kids and coupons for adults.

Local Citizens Banks Collecting Back-to-School Gear

The 'Gear for Grades' program is aimed to send local children back to school with new backpacks and plenty of school supplies.

College Students: Don't Forget to Pack Patch

Chartiers Valley Patch can keep you in touch with home—and let home know when you do something worth sharing!

High Cost of Higher Education: Penn State, Other State Schools Raise Tuition

Got a student starting, or returning to college? Here’s the latest on tuition hikes for the coming year.

Mystery Bell Found in Tunnels at CV High School—Can You Identify It?

A bell was found during cleaning at the high school, but no one knows where it came from.

Piece Of History Found In Desk At Char Valley High School

CV School Board Approves 2013-14 Budget, Tax Rate

Nearby Municipality Files Appeal to Join Chartiers Valley

Some parents want to leave Carlynton School District.