The PennSuburban Chamber of Commerce, formerly the North Penn Chamber of Commerce, is committed to improving the general welfare and prosperity of the region. As a community-centric organization, the Chamber has established a Foundation to support our philanthropic mission.
Foundation Annual Scholarship Guidelines
Award Amount $500 per candidate
Qualifications
A resident of the North Penn or Souderton School Districts and a graduating member of the senior class with an academic focus on business. Preference shall be given to students who intend to pursue a college major in business.
Ranking Criteria: Competitive ranking score calculated using the formula:
Class Ranking 25%
Community Service 25%
Financial Need 25%
Extracurricular Involvement 25%
Participating High Schools
- Lansdale Catholic
- North Penn
- Souderton
- Christopher Dock
Thanks to the following companies/organizations who donated to the 2011 Foundation:
Abington Health Lansdale Hospital
Asher’s Chocolates
McCallion Staffing Specialists
PennSuburban Chamber of Commerce
PennSuburban Chamber’s Women’s Network
Sanford Aldrfer Companies
Seitz, Leatherman & Kolb, LLC
Shred Station Express
Thomas Miller & Co., Inc.
2011 Scholarship Award Winners
Gregory Krolkowski, Lansdale Catholic High School
Greg was born in Pittsburgh and raised in North Wales along with his five siblings. He participated in activities such as Robotics, Stag Crew, Reading Olympics, and Chess Club - while maintaining high marks earning commendations such as first honors and being part of the top ten percent of his class. He was also a member of the National Honors Society. Greg also worked part time at AMC Movie Theater and volunteered his time as: coach of Montgomery County Soccer Club; meal for Aid for Friends; Junior Diabetics Research Fund Walk; and served Lansdale Catholic in support of operating the technology elements for school ceremonies and assemblies. “ This generous scholarship means a lot to my parents having given all their children the responsibility for paying for their college tuition and expenses. I look forward to taking on this responsibility as it will undoubtedly get me acclimated with the responsibilities of being an adult. I am incredibly grateful for this kind of scholarship as it will assist me as I cope with the many expenses and fees associated with the college experience.”
Greg will be attending Temple University to major in Finance in the Honors Business Program.
Shuai Sean Yuan, North Penn High School
Born in Shanghai, China, Shuai left his native country at eighteen months to grow up in America, where his immigrant father and mother created a home and life of opportunity for him. He grew up with the remnants of the traditional Asian values that his parents followed, appreciating the results of hard academic work. The American way of life taught him the importance of community service. Because of his dual backgrounds, he studied harder than most students while volunteering at the local YMCA in the Teen Leaders program and various high school clubs such as the Future Business Leaders of America and the North Penn Mock Trial team. Shuai graduated 39th in his class with a 6.03 GPA.
“It is an honor for me to accept this award from the Chamber of Commerce. As a hardworking student and an active member in my community, it truly means a lot to me to have my efforts acknowledged. As a student pursuing a business education, this award is all the more significant coming from a business establishment.”
Shuai will be entering Notre Dame University studying Business Science majoring in Accounting.
Jeffrey Wright Jr., Father, Jeff Wright Sr., and Step Mother, Marianne Vargo-Wright
Souderton Area High School
Prior to entering Souderton High School, Jeff, Jr. attended Penn View Christian School. He was an honor roll student at Souderton and involved in many activities – including the Link Crew, Student Government, Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and member of Souderton Area Baseball and Softball League. Community service included work with the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce, United Way, Boys and Girls Club, and Charter Counts Coalition. “This is a tremendous honor to be recognized for such a prestigious award. I’m very grateful for the opportunities that I was given in High School and the choices I made to reach new heights every day. My goals in life have always been set around the mindset of achieving more and making my way up the ladder of success. This scholarship has given me the ability to take one more step towards my dream of becoming the most successful person I possibly can.”
Jeffery will be attending Pennsylvania State University where he plans to pursue a major in the study of International Business.
Jocelyn Young & Mother Tracy, Christopher Dock High School
Jocelyn grew up in Montgomery County and is a previous graduate of Penn View Christian Elementary and Middle School. She has demonstrated her passion for community service placing her in various forms of leadership including planning and leading a benefit concert in support of children with cancer, has traveled around the United States to work with programs such as DOOR Miami, and visited Honduras to participate in the MAMA project. Extracurricular activities, at Christopher Dock, include
Girls’ Tennis, Chapel Committee, Freshman Mentoring, Banquet Invitations and Seating Chairperson and Freshman Retreat Planning. “I thank the PennSuburban Chamber of Commerce for this award, as it will assist in giving me the opportunity to continue what I have begun in high school, as I prepare for the journey I have before me.”
Jocelyn will be attending Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee majoring in Music Business (B.B.A.)
Travis Moyer and mother Cindy, Christopher Dock High School
Travis grew up in Sellersville and Telford. He attended Penn View Christian School and is a graduate of Christopher Dock High School. He was a straight A student involved in soccer, bowling and volleyball. Travis was also active in Community Events with his youth group. “ I am very pleased to accept this award as it shows me that all my hard work in academics and extra-curricular activities has paid off. It is such a blessing to have organizations such as the PennSuburban Chamber of Commerce who are willing to invest in high school students who are looking to become more educated in a college setting. This award is also greatly appreciated as it eases the financial burden that college will cause. Thank you!
Travis will be attending Messiah College majoring in Business.
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Jeffrey Wright Jr., Souderton Area
Jeffrey Wright Jr., Souderton Area High School
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Jeffery Wright, Jr., Father - Jeff Wright, Sr., and Step Mother, Marianne Vargo-Wright
Prior to entering Souderton High School, Jeff, Jr. attended Penn View Christian School. He was an honor roll student at Souderton and involved in many activities – including the Link Crew, Student Government, Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and member of Souderton Area Baseball and Softball League. Community service included work with the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce, United Way, Boys and Girls Club, and Charter Counts Coalition. “This is a tremendous honor to be recognized for such a prestigious award. I’m very grateful for the opportunities that I was given in High School and the choices I made to reach new heights every day. My goals in life have always been set around the mindset of achieving more and making my way up the ladder of success. This scholarship has given me the ability to take one more step towards my dream of becoming the most successful person I possibly can.”
Jeffery will be attending Pennsylvania State University where he plans to pursue a major in the study of International Business.
High School
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Jeffery Wright, Jr., Father - Jeff Wright, Sr., and Step Mother, Marianne Vargo-Wright
Prior to entering Souderton High School, Jeff, Jr. attended Penn View Christian School. He was an honor roll student at Souderton and involved in many activities – including the Link Crew, Student Government, Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and member of Souderton Area Baseball and Softball League. Community service included work with the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce, United Way, Boys and Girls Club, and Charter Counts Coalition. “This is a tremendous honor to be recognized for such a prestigious award. I’m very grateful for the opportunities that I was given in High School and the choices I made to reach new heights every day. My goals in life have always been set around the mindset of achieving more and making my way up the ladder of success. This scholarship has given me the ability to take one more step towards my dream of becoming the most successful person I possibly can.”
Jeffery will be attending Pennsylvania State University where he plans to pursue a major in the study of International Business.
Prior to entering Souderton High School, Jeff, Jr. attended Penn View Christian School. He was an honor roll student at Souderton and involved in many activities – including the Link Crew, Student Government, Future Business Leaders of America, Fellowship of Christian Athletes and member of Souderton Area Baseball and Softball League. Community service included work with the Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce, United Way, Boys and Girls Club, and Charter Counts Coalition. “This is a tremendous honor to be recognized for such a prestigious award. I’m very grateful for the opportunities that I was given in High School and the choices I made to reach new heights every day. My goals in life have always been set around the mindset of achieving more and making my way up the ladder of success. This scholarship has given me the ability to take one more step towards my dream of becoming the most successful person I possibly can.”
