Gina Bonnano introducing the first class of Pedrozzi Young Scholars The multi-purpose room was buzzing with excitement as friends, family and supporters gathered for the 6th Annual Pedrozzi Young Scholar Family Social the evening of March 2, 2023. The evening was filled with food, games, and family fun. We were thrilled to see [...]
The 2023 Pedrozzi Scholarship applications are open. Livermore students pursuing college and career training are encouraged to apply. At least 80 scholarships will be awarded this year to help defray the costs of attending vocational training programs, community colleges, and universities. [...]
The Pedrozzi Young Scholars had the exciting opportunity to visit St. Mary’s College for a fun day of tours and activities. All Pedrozzi Young Scholars were invited to attend the event, and 38 PYS and their families were able to attend. The beautiful day started with a buffet lunch in Oliver Hall. PYS then broke [...]
Pedrozzi Young Scholars, 6th to 8th graders, had an exciting opportunity to visit Las Positas College's campus to meet the Talk Hawks, Las Positas College's forensics team. The Pedrozzi Young Scholars enjoyed their interactions with the college students and they learned a lot! They learned speech and debate tips, and they even got to participate [...]
Attention all 2021 & 2022 Pedrozzi Scholars and 2023 LVJUSD High School seniors! Want help landing an internship next summer? In partnership with Innovation Tri-Valley Leadership Group and Career Launch we are offering a 4-week experience to teach you how to land that internship. Check out the details in the info graphic above. There are [...]
As the leading scholarship provider in Livermore, the Pedrozzi Foundation has awarded $5.7M in scholarships to over 1,500 students since 2008. The Foundation values all educational and career pursuits so helps defray the costs of attending vocational training programs, community colleges, and universities. Hunter working on a backyard project. The Pedrozzi Foundation is [...]
One of the goals of the Pedrozzi Young Scholars program is to introduce our young scholars to information and resources that will help prepare them for bright futures. In September, our Pedrozzi Young Scholars had an exciting opportunity to learn about construction management through a presentation by Pedrozzi Scholar Jennifer Padilla. Jennifer attends California Polytechnic [...]
Do you have a federal student loan? Did you know that there is a new waiver that may allow you to get credit for past payments, even if you didn’t qualify before? It’s true- the Biden administration has temporarily relaxed the requirements for student loan forgiveness. You must act quickly, however, because the waiver will [...]
A group of Pedrozzi Young Scholars had a unique opportunity to virtually connect with author, Mary Roach, author of Packing for Mars for Kids! In a hybrid presentation at Marilyn Avenue School, thirty-six Pedrozzi Young Scholars in grades five to eight, had an opportunity to virtually meet the author and to ask interesting questions about [...]
The Pedrozzi Foundation is accepting donations in memory of Thomas Felter, who died on August 2022 of complications of multiple myeloma and amyloidosis. Tom joined the Pedrozzi Board of Directors in December of 2013 and finished his service in September of 2021. During his time on the Board, Tom made vast contributions to the Pedrozzi [...]
The Pedrozzi Foundation recently awarded $459,000 in scholarships to 127 local students, 20% of whom are in the first generation of family members to attend college. These scholars will be attending community college, undergraduate, graduate, and vocational schools. The newest Pedrozzi Scholars, along with family and friends, were excited to return to the Bankhead Theater [...]
The popular Music in the Orchard summer concert series is back for its eighth year! The event is held once monthly from June through September at the Purple Orchid Wine Country Resort and Spa in Livermore. Guests can bring chairs and blankets and relax for hours while listening to live music and enjoying the [...]
As a leading scholarship provider in Livermore, the Pedrozzi Foundation has awarded $5.6M in scholarships since 2008. The Foundation, which values all educational and career pursuits, helps defray the costs of attending vocational training programs, community colleges, and universities. This year one of the many scholarships awarded will be in honor of Clay Felicitas, a [...]
Make this Memorial Day Weekend Meaningful Dr. John Shirley Join us Sunday, May 29 at the beautiful Sblendorio Estate and Vineyard to support the Dr. John Shirley Memorial Scholarship Fund. Sblend and Beth Sblendorio welcome community members to their home for a BBQ in honor and memory of Dr. John Shirley 's revered [...]
The 2022 Pedrozzi Scholarship applications are open. Livermore students pursuing college and career training are encouraged to apply. At least 80 scholarships will be awarded this year to help defray the costs of attending vocational training programs, community colleges, colleges and universities. Eligible applicants must be graduates of the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School [...]
Besides applying for college or a vocational training program and enjoying senior year activities, all high school seniors should apply for financial aid to help fund their post high school pursuits. 85% of students have a chance of receiving some kind of financial aid. 92% of applicants from low-income households receive grant money, which never [...]
The Pedrozzi Foundation recently awarded $461,000 in scholarships to 122 local scholars, 29% of whom are in the first generation of family members to attend college. These scholars will be attending community college, undergraduate, graduate, and vocational schools. The Foundation’s annual recognition event was modified once again. The 2021 Pedrozzi Scholars attended a walk-through event [...]
The 2021 Pedrozzi Scholarship applications are open. Livermore students pursuing college and career training are encouraged to apply. At least 80 scholarships will be awarded this year to help defray the costs of attending vocational training programs, community colleges, colleges and universities. Eligible applicants must be graduates of the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District, [...]
Scholars and Families at the 2020 Potluck This time last year, the Pedrozzi Young Scholars and families were gathering together for the Annual Family Potluck Social, full of socializing, laughter, food, games, and fun. In 2021, the event looked a little bit different; the Scholars and families participated in the first Virtual Family [...]
Thanks to a partnership with Quest Science Center, a group of Pedrozzi Young Scholars participated in an Art Renaissance Workshop inspired by Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa. Local art teacher Thomasin Dewhurst taught the Scholars via Zoom over a few sessions. Each Pedrozzi Young Scholar received a kit of materials so that they could participate [...]
