Awards & Recognition
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Submit Nominations Today for MONTCO Millennial Superstars: Deadline Extended to June 1st!
Here in Montco, there is no shortage of millennials in our little corner of the world who are breaking down walls, shattering expectations, and doing remarkable work in his or her profession or community. We are so excited to host MONTCO Millennial Superstars this August, a new program to honor Montgomery County’s most dynamic business and…
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With Steely Resolve, Female Student Wins Pennsylvania State SkillsUSA Welding Competition
A hand-crafted tribute to her grandfather earned a statewide honor for Abygail Jacobes, student at Upper Bucks County Technical School. Jacobes, a senior, won first place for her entry in the 2021 Pennsylvania State SkillsUSA Welding Sculpture Competition. “Flowers for David” is a study in contrasts. From a solid, boxy vase emerges a delicate floral arrangement composed of carbon steel. “I like flowers,” Jacobes said. “My grandfather, David…
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MONTCO Millennial Superstars Deadline Extended to June 1st! Submit Nominations Today
Last month, MONTCO Today announced the launch of MONTCO Millennial Superstars, a new program to honor Montgomery County’s most dynamic business and professional leaders, under the age of 40, who are shaping the county’s bright future. Judging from the public’s response, there is no shortage of millennials in our little corner of the world who…
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Top Teachers Honored at Phillies Constellation Teacher Appreciation Night, Including 3 Montco Educators
After a challenging school year filled with hybrid learning and zoom lessons, the top teachers in the region got some much-deserved recognition from the Phillies, Constellation, and their fans. On Monday, May 3, the top 10 Phillies All-Star Teachers from 2021, along with those from 2020 (as fans were not allowed at last year’s games), were honored at the…
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Nominate a MONTCO Millennial Superstar!
We currently have 150 amazing Montgomery County nominees who are breaking down walls, shattering expectations, and doing remarkable work in his or her profession or community. MONTCO Millennial Superstars will identify these Montgomery County dynamic business and professional leaders under the age of 40*. Then, we’ll celebrate them with an Awards Celebration Luncheon, commending 40…
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Deadline Extended to June 1st! Submit Nominations for MONTCO Millennial Superstars Today
Last month, MONTCO Today announced the launch of MONTCO Millennial Superstars, a new program to honor Montgomery County’s most dynamic business and professional leaders, under the age of 40, who are shaping the county’s bright future. Judging from the public’s response, there is no shortage of millennials in our little corner of the world who…
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Why You Should Nominate Someone to be a MONTCO Millennial Superstar
Are you part of a dynamic team? Is your business in Montgomery County? Do you know a hard-working Millennial? Are YOU a fabulous Millennial!? Here’s why you should nominate someone to be a Montco Millennial Superstar! We are searching for amazing Montgomery County residents, employees, or students who are breaking down walls, shattering expectations, and…
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Chestnut Hill College to Recognize Ann and Mark Baiada of BAYADA Home Health Care at Annual Scholarship Gala
The local couple will be the recipients of a Lifetime of Service and Achievement Award and will assist the College in reaching a $400,000 goal to help fund student scholarships. Chestnut Hill College will honor Ann and Mark Baiada of BAYADA Home Health Care at its 12th Annual Scholarship Gala on Thursday, May 13, 2021. In celebration of their…
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MONTCO Today Now Accepting Nominations for Its Inaugural Class of MONTCO Millennial Superstars
Are you a MONTCO Millennial Superstar? We are thrilled to have officially launched our initiative to identify and honor Montgomery County’s most dynamic business and professional leaders, under the age of 40, who are shaping the county’s bright future. Do you know a young Montgomery County professional* who is breaking down walls, shattering expectations, and…
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Norristown Teacher Recognized by National Hockey League as One of Nation’s Best Teachers
Norristown teacher Donald Conaway Jr. has been recognized by the National Hockey League as one of the best teachers in the nation, writes Dan Koob for CBS Philly. Conaway, who has used hockey to teach his students math and science for the past six years, has been awarded NHL’s Future Goals Most Valuable Teacher for…
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Montgomery County Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Recognized For Membership Growth and High-Level Student Engagement
The Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society, the international honor society for two-year colleges, recently recognized Montgomery County Community College’s two PTK chapters – Alpha Kappa Zeta at the Blue Bell Campus, and Beta Tau Lambda at the Pottstown Campus – as 2021 PTK REACH and Five-Star chapters. PTK’s REACH (Recognizing Excellence in Acceptance and…
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Telford’s Dr. Jillian Fontana Receives Distinguished Alumni Award
Telford’s Dr. Jillian Fontana received the Neumann University School of Nursing and Health Sciences Distinguished Alumni Award in a virtual ceremony on March 19. The award is presented to a graduate whose career is characterized by continuous and exemplary contributions to society through research, practice, education, or service. Dr. Fontana is a lead out-patient physical therapist at…
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See Which Montgomery County Public High Schools Are Among Top 50 in Pennsylvania
Ten Montgomery County public high schools are among the top 50 in Pennsylvania for 2021, according to a new ranking recently released by Niche. To determine the ranking for its 2021 Best Public High Schools in Pennsylvania list, Niche used rigorous analysis of key statistics using data provided by the U.S. Department of Education and…
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Montgomery County Community College Art and Literature Magazine Earns Prestigious First-Place Award
Montgomery County Community College’s 2019-20 art and literature magazine, “Transitions,” recently earned a first-place award with special merit in the American Scholastic Press Association annual contest. The American Scholastic Association presents this award to publications that are outstanding examples of scholastic publications in format, content, and presentation. Francesca Santini, editor-in-chief and MCCC student, oversaw the…
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Schuylkill River Trail Ranks High Among USA Today 10 Best Riverwalks
Schuylkill River Trail is one of the nation’s ten greatest riverwalks, according to the new ranking recently published by USA Today 10Best. The original list of 20 nominees was compiled by 10Best and a panel of urban planning experts. Then the public was asked to vote for their favorites. . . Based on the readers’…
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High School Girls Blaze Trail into Scouting History as Local Council’s First Female Eagle Scouts
The first Eagle Scouts in Chester County date back more than 100 years, to May 1918, and to date, just 6,845 Scouts have had the honor to serve in life with the wings that the Chester County Council has awarded them. To illustrate the exclusivity of achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, only four percent…
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