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Ridley High School graduate overcomes major medical obstacles to receive diploma
RIDLEY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (CBS) – A Ridley High School graduate tackled some major medical hurdles to walk across the stage this week.Cole Steiner, 18, had three brain surgeries to treat Chiari malformation, a rare condition in which the brain tissue extends into the spinal cord. He also had two spinal surgeries to treat severe scoliosis, with a 120-degree curve in his spine.Steiner says he's endured years of physical and occupational therapy, but through it all, he has always maintained his positive spirit."It made me more resilient and stronger and made me feel much more confident in myself and made me feel empathetic," Steiner said.His mother called him her medical miracle."His neurosurgeon at Children's National Medical Center in D.C. actually presents Cole's case all throughout the country, so he is literally in a book," Cole's mother Nicole Steiner said. "His name is never given."Steiner graduated from high school on Tuesday and was originally planning to attend University of the Arts. With University of the Arts permanently closed, he is now planning to study music at Temple University.
Perry Keith and DiSabatino: Invest in early education to build workforce
As leaders behind a historic business-focused college with a 90% placement rate after graduation and a development company that's reshaped Delaware for generations, we know that quality, affordable child care is crucial to the workforce needs of our state.
Capital School District superintendent Vilicia Cade resigns
Capital School District Superintendent Vilicia Cade has resigned, saying her work environment was hostile and she faced interference in her ability to carry out her role. Her last day on the job will be July 22, according to a letter posted on the district’s website. The district recently was in the news for moving schools from regular classes to remote ... Read More
Lenape Broadcasting Students Rack Up Accolades at 2024 LDTV Awards
MEDFORD, NJ — Several Lenape High School students were recently honored for their work with Lenape District Television (LDTV). Lenape District Television is the educational access channel of the Lenape Regional High School District. LDTV broadcasts 24 hours a day and has viewership in communities across Burlington, Camden and Gloucester Counties. The station aims to produce and air programming that is creative, informative and instructional and which provides the community with information and insight regarding the district's four high schools — Lenape, Shawnee, Cherokee and Seneca — as well as its sending elementary and middle schools.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP...
Carper, Coons, Blunt Rochester host Delaware students accepted into U.S. Service Academies
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, along with Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester (all D-Del.) hosted Delawareans accepted into U.S. service academies June 12 ...
SSM Helps Local School District Become State’s Only Recipient of a Renew America’s Schools Grant
Practical Energy Solutions helped the William Penn School District successfully apply for a grant from the Renew America’s Schools program. On behalf of the William Penn School District in Delaware County, Practical Energy Solutions — Spotts, Stevens, and McCoy’s Energy & Sustainability Group — took the lead role in preparing a successful application to the U.S. Department of Energy during the first phase of its Renew America’s Schools grant program.
Top moments from our high school sports reporter's first year on the beat
The end of the school year is a natural time of reflection. That's no different for the chroniclers of high school sports than it is for the athletes. In my first year on the high school sports beat, alongside luminaries of the craft Brad Myers and Kevin Tresolini, I witnessed the triumph of...
26 teams listed in final Top 50 Delaware high school boys volleyball player rankings
Salesianum truly put together a perfect season in Delaware high school boys volleyball in 2024. The Sals went 20-0, and no opponent was even able to win a single set against them. Sallies’ 3-0 victory over Charter of Wilmington in the DIAA Tournament final on May 23 at Smyrna High...
Harcum College Welcomes Displaced UArts and DCAD Students
Harcum College Graphic Design student Eidan Ortiz ‘24 presents his work at the annual student exhibition. Harcum College, a private associate degree-granting institution on the Main Line, is responding to the recent closures of the University of the Arts (UArts) and the Delaware College of Art and Design (DCAD) by offering support to their displaced students as they continue their academic journeys.
Bordentown High sophomore Brynn Bowyer wins Cappie Award
At this year’s annual Greater Philadelphia Cappie Award Gala, Bordentown Regional High School sophomore Brynn Bowyer was awarded the 2024 Cappie Award for Outstanding Leading Actress in a Musical for her role as Morticia in the Bordentown Regional High School production of The Addams Family. Bowyer also received the...
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