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You may have seen construction happening across WCASD, but what’s actually changing and what will they mean for students?
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Moving forward, all Board of School Directors meeting agendas, minutes, and related documents will be available through our new meeting platform, Keystone Agenda. District policies will now be accessed through PolicyMain.
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The West Chester Area School District’s 2026–27 final budget is now available.
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WCASD is proud to share the appointment of two accomplished educators to assistant principal roles within the district.
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WCASD is pleased to announce that Katie Walker will join the District as its Supervisor of Strategic Initiatives and District Partnerships.
The WCASD School Board of Directors approved a final general fund budget of $344,989,797 for the 2026-27 school year.
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We are proud to share that the district received four 2025 Pennsylvania School Public Relations Association (PenSPRA) Awards for Excellence in Communications.
Our Story in Numbers
$344.9 Million
2026-27 School Year Budget
WCASD’s budget adds staff for diverse needs, invests in schools, and maintains the lowest tax rates in Chester and Delaware Counties.
12,000
Students
There are approximately 12,000 students enrolled in the West Chester Area School District.
1,845
Employees
The district has over 1,200 teachers, 95 administrators, and 550 staff—and is always seeking new talent!
75
Square-Miles
WCASD serves 75 square miles of suburban, urban, and rural areas in central Chester County, known for its businesses and countryside.
17
Schools
There are 17 schools in the WCASD, 11 elementary schools, three middle schools, and three high schools.
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WCASD Way
Chester County has many great schools, but only one WCASD—defined by history, innovation, and community in the 'WCASD Way.'