What Is Success In Somerset County?
An education initiative developed by the Somerset County Chamber of Commerce, Success in Somerset County creates awareness of career, job and educational opportunities in Somerset County through panels, tours and specialized programs. A special emphasis is placed on high-demand jobs and industries in the area. In 2013, the Chamber applied for direct funding under the Routes Grant funded by the Community Foundation of the Alleghenies to launch Success in Somerset County as a pilot program. Click here to read more about this program.
Top 50 Employers in Somerset County
SoCo Chamber Awards
Morgan Simmons - Outstanding Person of the Year Award, recognizing a Somerset County resident for outstanding accomplishments outside of his or her vocation and for public service in a volunteer effort;
Somerset Lake Action Committee - Betty Haupt Memorial Tourism Award, which recognizes a county resident or business that has made a significant effort to further tourism in Somerset County;
Derek Hillegass - Somerset County Agriculture Award, which recognizes a grower, farmer or producer who has played a significant role in branding and promoting Somerset County agriculture and products in the region and beyond;
Alyce Palko - Harold W. Wheeler, Jr. Memorial Humanitarian Award, which recognizes an individual, business or organization to honor how they went “above and beyond” in their humanitarian efforts in helping someone in need; and
Madalyn Walker - Entrepreneur of the Year Award, presented to an entrepreneur who has launched a consumer-focused business in Somerset County;
Rebecca Mull - Somerset County Young Gun Award, recognizes an individual under the age of 40 who has made a significant impact in his or her profession while making an equal impact on the community and non-profit organizations in Somerset County through volunteer time and leadership skills;
Lisa Phillips - Workforce Education Star, which is presented to an educator or business representative who has made a significant impact on connecting students to career opportunities while also making an impact on providing skilled workers to local businesses.
PHEAA Webinars
PHEAA Webinar Series 2022 2023
The Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) is excited to be offering a NEW webinar series for Educators and Counselors. These FREE webinars will be offered the 3rd Wednesday of each month from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM and will include a variety of topics pertaining to the work you do with and for your students. If you are unable to join us, don’t worry, we are recording the webinars for you to view at your convenience.
Register here Or copy/paste: https://www.pheaa.org/virtual
FAFSA Information
The 2024-25 FAFSA will be delayed until December 2023. Annually, high school seniors are able to begin to complete the FAFSA as of October 1st but for the class of 2024, it will be delayed due to the recent FAFSA redesign. The U.S. Department of Education made the announcement concerning this and explained that due to the complexity of the redesign, more time is needed to carry out the work required to make the 2024-25 FAFSA available to applicants. You can read more about this here https://fsapartners.ed.gov/knowledge-center/library/electronic-announcements/2023-03-21/implementing-2024-25-fafsa-process .
PA School Services Reminders:
- Financial Aide Workshops for Educators – Join us at the PHEAA Financial Aid Workshops as we explore the opportunities and application procedures for federal and state financial aid. We’ll discuss changes and timely issues that affect you as you work with students who are pursuing their postsecondary options. Check your email for your invitation and steps to register.
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Resources
Cyberbullying & Technology Resources For Parents
Internship Education Planner
On The Job Training
Scholarship Opportunities For Students With Physical Disabilities
Success In Somerset Program Guide
Pennsylvania Student Aid Guide
The Common Application
Commonwealth of PA Internships & Jobs
Scholarships
Blind or Deaf Beneficiary Program
Chafee Education and Training Grant Program
Live Your Dream Awards
Community Foundation Scholarship Bank
Scholarship Search
ABOUT SOMERSET COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The Somerset County Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit corporation dedicated to promoting this region as a superior locale in which to live, work, vacation and conduct business. Membership consists of all sizes of businesses representing agriculture, financial, health, manufacturing, media, retailing, service, and tourism. Membership also includes various organizations such as service clubs, churches, elected officials, and individual associate members. The common thread is that all members share an interest in enhancing and improving the economy and quality of life in our region through networking opportunities.
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601 North Center Avenue
Somerset, PA 15501
Phone: (814) 445-6431
Fax: (814) 443-4313
