Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce

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We’re thrilled to announce the 20 finalists for the Local Bee as part of the National Civics Bee! Congratulations to these outstanding 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who will be showcasing their civics knowledge and passion for democracy! Students from Blue Mountain School District, Pottsville Area School District, Schuylkill Haven Area School District, Tamaqua School District, North Schuylkill School District and Saint Ignatius Loyola Regional School have made the finals! The live event will take place on April 16 at 5:30 p.m. at Penn State Schuylkill. We invite everyone to come out and support our future leaders! Event registration is now open on the Chamber's website. Don’t miss this exciting event! For more information about the Bee, please check the link in the comments below. Let’s celebrate these amazing students! #NationalCivicsBee

??Join us at our next Business After 5 O'clock Mixer, proudly sponsored & hosted by Service Access & Management, Inc.! Expand your network or spark new opportunities at our upcoming business networking event! Whether you're looking to connect with potential clients, collaborate with like-minded professionals, or simply exchange fresh ideas, this is the perfect setting to grow your business. #schuylkillchamber #schuylkillcounty #discovernepa #smallbiz #networking #professionaldevelopment

?? Thursday's Business Executive Forum luncheon was hosted and sponsored by Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill The diverse group of business leaders heard from Penn State University Board of Trustees Chairman David Kleppinger, as he discussed the economy, AI. workforce trends, and small business growth with Chamber President Robert S. Carl, Jr. In addition, he addressed Penn State University President Dr. Neeli Bendapudi's recent announcement about commonwealth campus closures. You can watch Chairman Kleppinger's remarks at the Coal Region Canary's link in the comments below. Guests enjoyed networking over a delicious lunch on the beautiful first day of spring. #businessdevelopment #networking #smallbiz #discovernepa #pennstate #schuylkillchamber #schuylkillcounty

?? We truly appreciate your kind words and support! Your testimonial means the world to us and reinforces our commitment to serving our member organizations and community. Hearing how the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce has made a positive impact on Advanced Code Consultants fuels our passion for what we do! Thank you for being a valued part of our Chamber family. #schuylkillcounty #discovernepa #smallbiz #smallbusiness

?? Thank you, McGriff, for sponsoring the 2025 St. Patrick's Day Mixer at The Chopping Block! Attendees enjoyed delicious food catered by The Washington Hotel. We were also happy to have our friends from Avenues and Ducky Do Good to talk to guests about the upcoming Avenues Foundation Duck Race! The wonderful dancers from the Sabo School of Irish Dance entertained guests with their beautiful Irish dancing! We’re feeling so lucky to have had such a fantastic crowd and amazing chamber members come together for this event. Here's to many more! #stpatricksdaymixer #lucky #ChamberCommunity #SchuylkillChamber #schuylkillcounty #networking #networkingevent #discovernepa #downtownpottsville

?? STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP ALERT! The Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program offers grants of up to $5,000 per year for in-state students who pursue a degree or certification in an in-demand occupation. The application period for grants is available now, with funding awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Courses of study that qualify for the grant include agriculture, computer science, business, education, special education, STEM education, engineering, nursing, allied health, criminal justice and other programs as approved by PHEAA. To qualify for the grant, applicants must agree to live and work in Pennsylvania in that occupation after graduation. Grant recipients will be required to live and work in Pennsylvania for 12 months for each year they receive the grant. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the grant converting to a loan that must be repaid. Senator David G. Argall strongly supported the creation of Grow PA because it focuses on what should be our top priority: preparing more college students to work in the job fields that Pennsylvania needs today. To learn more or apply, visit the link in the comments below #agriculture #STEM #collegegrants #schuylkillcounty #education

Yesterday, we gathered to celebrate the ribbon cutting of the newly rebranded Lord Ebling Haus Funeral Home & Crematory! Located at 1818 Mahantongo St. in Pottsville, PA, Lord Ebling Haus offers a comprehensive range of memorial services, including traditional funerals and competitively priced cremation options. With a proud legacy spanning three generations and over 100 years of experience, the Lord Ebling Haus team is committed to providing compassionate and personalized care. It was a wonderful day of celebrating new beginnings in Schuylkill County! A heartfelt thank you to the Lord Ebling Haus team for their dedication to honoring and caring for our loved ones. #grandopening #schuylkillcounty #discovernepa #community #schuylkillchamber

The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce and its Board of Directors has issued a letter to Penn State University leadership, including the president, VP for commonwealth campuses & executive chancellor, senior VP & chief of staff, and interim executive vice president & provost. The letter expresses deep concern for the potential closure of Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Schuylkill, and urges strong consideration for the continuation of operations of Penn State Schuylkill. The letter highlights many of the reasons why the campus should continue its operations, including the importance of access to a world-class education in a rural community and programs like Penn State Co-Op, the nursing program, and the Radiological Sciences program. Read the letter: https://lnkd.in/eXSxB9rr #schuylkillcounty #weare #ruraleducation #weare

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to thank Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development Secretary Rick Siger at the Orwigsburg Veterans Community Memorial Hall. Over the years, various community-forward projects across Schuylkill County have been funded by DCED. Secretary Siger also educated attendees about the many programs available through DCED, while guests enjoyed a delicious lunch catered by Vito's Coal Fired Pizza and Restaurant. The Department of Community and Economic Development’s mission is to encourage the shared prosperity of all Pennsylvanians by supporting good stewardship and sustainable development initiatives across our commonwealth. #community #discovernepa #schuylkillcounty #revitalization #openforbusiness #schuylkillcounty