The Pennsylvania Society Semiquincentennial Scholarship Award
***DUE TO SNOW-RELATED SCHOOL CLOSINGS ACROSS THE COMMONWEALTH, THE DEADLINE FOR THE INTIAL INTEREST FORM HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 2/4/26***
In honor of America’s Semiquincentennial, we have reimagined this year's scholarship contest criteria.
The scholarship is open to all current Pennsylvania public high school juniors (Class of 2027.)
Candidates will be asked to complete our Initial Interest Form, linked below, and then prepare and record a short video presentation based on one of the following prompts:
Prompt #1: Discuss the significance of America’s 250th anniversary to Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, or your own town.
Prompt #2: Discuss what you believe will be important in the next 250 years of America’s history.
Prompt #3: Discuss your own personal involvement in celebrating America’s 250th anniversary citing examples in your own area.
Congratulations to our 2025 Scholarship Award Winners!
First Prize
Evon Kamel – Southern Lehigh High School, Center Valley, Northampton County
Second Prize
Elizabeth Palmer - Deer Lakes High School, Cheswick, Allegheny County
Third Prize
Jude Stulak - Downingtown East High School, Exton, Chester County