"Sowing the Seeds of Harmony through Nature"
About this program:
The scholarship was established in 1980 by a group of ten members of the Parkland Garden Club. The purpose of the scholarship is to further the interest of graduating seniors in the fields of horticulture/floriculture or a related field of study. Initially, the scholarship was in the amount of $250, and the scholarship amount for 2023 will be $2,000.00. Applicants may be from any school district represented by members of the Parkland Garden Club, and the recipient is chosen after an interview by a committee of three garden club members. The Parkland Garden Club is proud of the many fine scholars who have profited from this philanthropy.
The Parkland Garden Club 2025 annual $2000 scholarship was awarded to John Emanuel of Laurys Station. John (pictured with his parents Brenda and Jason Emanuel and PGC Scholarship Chair Sue Weber) is a recent graduate of Parkland High School. John plans to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering at Penn State Berks. He commented: "Mechanical Engineers are paramount to agriculture innovating more efficient engines for tractors and, therefore, saving farmers money in fuel and repairs. I want to change life on earth for the better and there is nothing more paramount than helping farmers grow food". John's sister Allison was our scholarship winner in 2023.
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Eric Jin was awarded the 2024 Parkland Garden Club scholarship at the August meeting of the club. He is the son of Drs. Bo & Fang Jin & recently graduated from Parkland High School where he was a member of the National Math Honor Society as well as the National Science Society. An outstanding student, he was on the Principal’s List for seven semesters & involved in many other activities including tutoring students. He founded an organization called Exploring Art & volunteered at St Luke’s Acute Rehab Center. He will be attending Boston University in the fall studying Environmental Engineering. The scholarship was presented by Sue Weber, scholarship chair.
Allison Emanuel was awarded the Parkland Garden Club’s annual scholarship at their August meeting. Allison is the daughter of Mr & Mrs Jason Emanuel of Laurys Station. She is a recent graduate of Parkland High School where she was an honor student for eight consecutive semesters. She has been active in Lehigh County 4H as well as doing community service. Allison will attend Penn State University majoring in Agribusiness. Sue Weber, Scholarship Chair, presented the award.
