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In this Update:
Picozzi Speaks at Philadelphia Academy Charter High School Class of 2026 Ring Ceremony
This week, I had the honor of speaking at the Philadelphia Academy Charter High School’s Class of 2026 Junior Ring Ceremony. I told the class that they are more than just the future—they are also the present. I challenged them to prepare themselves now to be the leaders of tomorrow: to be proactive in building their future, to pursue their dreams without delay, and to become actively involved in their communities. Picozzi Attends Tri-County Small Business Association Event During Women’s History Month
It was an honor to speak at the Tri-County Small Business Association event, especially during Women’s History Month. This time allows us to celebrate the incredible impact of women-owned businesses and the leadership they bring to our community. Women entrepreneurs are pivotal in driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering a vibrant local economy. This month, we honor their achievements and acknowledge the ongoing need to support women in business, ensuring that future generations of women leaders can continue to thrive. Picozzi Visits Esperanza Philadelphia Facility
It was a pleasure touring Esperanza’s Philadelphia facility and learning about all they do for the community and the Commonwealth. Esperanza is a faith-based nonprofit organization driven by the biblical mandate to “serve the least of these” by strengthening Hispanic communities through education, economic development, and advocacy. The facility hosts Esperanza Academy Charter School, Esperanza College, the Esperanza Art Center, and programs for adults to learn high-paying vocations. It is amazing what they are doing for the community, and I look forward to supporting their mission in the future. Grow PA Scholarship Grant Applications Available Now
The Grow PA Scholarship Grant Program – created by Senate Republicans as part of this year’s state budget – offers grants of up to $5,000 per year for in-state students who pursue a degree or certification for an in-demand occupation. The application period for grants is open now, with funding awarded on a first come, first served basis. To qualify for the grant, applicants must agree to live and work in Pennsylvania in that occupation after graduation. Grant recipients will be required to live and work in Pennsylvania for 12 months for each year they receive the grant. Failure to meet this requirement will result in the grant converting to a loan requiring repayment. Courses of study that qualify for the grant include agriculture, computer science, business, education, special education, STEM education, engineering, nursing, allied health, criminal justice and other programs as approved by the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA). Learn more or apply here. Free Trees to Help Public Replace Invasive Plants
Non-native trees and shrubs can have negative ecological and economic impacts on nearby natural areas. Some of those plants include callery pear, tree-of-heaven, Norway maple, burning bush, Japanese barberry and butterfly bush. The Pennsylvania Invasive Replace-ive Program is a new initiative that will give homeowners and others the option to remove invasive trees and shrubs from their property and replace them with native trees. Doing so will reduce the likelihood of these species moving into neighboring properties, parks and forests. Property owners are encouraged to remove one or more invasive species and receive up to five free, healthy, native, young replacement trees. Learn more about how to participate. Please note that the Carlisle plant replacement program is already at capacity. License Plates Support Women Veterans
You can support women veterans in Pennsylvania by purchasing a license plate recognizing the importance of the brave women who have served in our military. When you purchase the Honoring Our Women Veterans Registration Plate or the Honoring Our Women Veterans Motorcycle Registration Plate, a portion of the fee will be used to support programs assisting the approximately 63,000 female veterans in Pennsylvania. The motorcycle version of this registration plate is new, having been introduced in December. You do not need to be a veteran to purchase either of these plates. If you are a veteran, you may want to consider purchasing either the Women Veteran Registration Plate or the Women Veteran Motorcycle Registration Plate. Applicants for these plates must submit a legible photocopy of their Form DD-214 or the front and back of their DD2(RET). Learn more about these license plates and several other new plates available for veterans. Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
A celebration of country and heritage, St. Patrick’s Day became an official religious holiday in the early 17th century. It commemorates the arrival of Christianity in Ireland. “May your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow, and may trouble avoid you wherever you go.” – Irish blessing The Philadelphia St. Patrick’s Day Parade will commence at 11 A.M. starting at 16th Street and John F. Kennedy Boulevard. I hope to see you there.
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