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DASD schools partner with local organization to promote giving back
DASD has installed two more community food boxes at local schools – one at Bradford Heights Elementary School and one at Lionville Elementary School.
DASD Students Celebrate Veterans Day
Students and staff across the district took time to honor those who serve or have served in the U.S. Armed Forces on Nov. 11.
DASD invites community members that do not currently have students enrolled in our schools to sign up to receive relevant community messages.
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Students-athletes at East and West got a lesson in leadership during a meeting with retired Marine Corps officer Colonel Arthur J. Athens on Nov. 17.
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DASD Fast Facts
Downingtown Area School District is a twenty-first century district with the idealistic warmth and charm of a small town. As a close-knit yet diverse community, the seventh largest in PA, DASD students are challenged, engaged and inspired through a multitude of academic opportunities, passionate educators and innovative teaching methods. DASD values collaborative learning and critical thinking while remaining focused on student wellness and serving the whole child. Boasting some of the top schools in the state and nation, we are proud of our tradition of excellence.
Number of Students
Downingtown Area School District has a student enrollment of approximately 13,250.
Number of Employees
DASD currently employs approximately 1,895 staff.
District Geography
82 square miles comprised of 8 municipalities in the heart of Chester County, PA.
Number of Languages
43 different languages are spoken by DASD students.
Athletic Participation
3,000+ students participate in high school athletic programs, that's 70% of the student body.
Square Footage
1.8 million square feet under management in DASD's 17 locations.
