Pasadena Tournament of Roses Announces Eight 2026 Rose Scholars and Awards $20,000 in Scholarships Presented by Citizens Business Bank

Front Row (Left to Right): Kylie Garcia-Johnston, Rose City High School; Elexis Guerra, John Muir High School; Ellerose Chan, Thurgood Marshall Secondary School; Second Row (Left to Right): Giovanni Benitez, Pasadena High School; Maryn Goodwin, Thurgood Marshall Secondary School; Dr. Helen Hill, Pasadena Unified School District Chief Academic Officer Back Row: (Left to Right): Louden Rangel, Blair High School; Sienna Wei Bonoli, John Muir High School; Terry Madigan, Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association President; Daniel Limon, EVP, Banking Division Manager for Citizens Business Bank (Not Pictured: Brianna Miguel, John Muir High School)

The Pasadena Tournament of Roses® Association has selected eight high school seniors as the 2026 ROSE Scholars. This year, the program awarded $20,000 in scholarships to eight graduating seniors from the Pasadena Unified School District. We are sincerely grateful to Citizens Business Bank for making these scholarships possible and for standing alongside us in support of our PUSD students.

To date, the program has awarded $120,000 to PUSD seniors. ROSE Scholars presented by Citizens Business Bank is designed to help students in our community thrive and foster their potential.

In the application process, students were encouraged to showcase their future dreams, goals and aspirations through a creative piece. Additionally, they were required to submit a one-page reflection, elucidating their thoughts and emotions regarding their creation. Rather than requiring a minimum GPA, applicants were tasked with obtaining a recommendation from a teacher, coach, counselor or community member.

2026 Rose Scholars

For more information about the students, read their bios HERE.

Daniel Limon, EVP, Banking Division Manager for Citizens Business Bank, shared his excitement for the 2026 ROSE Scholars program, which supports exceptional students within the Pasadena Unified School District. He highlighted the strength of the Bank’s longstanding partnership with the Pasadena Tournament of Roses and the positive role it plays in advancing education and strengthening the community. Limon reiterated Citizens Business Bank’s dedication to investing in local youth, proudly supporting programs that help open doors and create meaningful opportunities for future generations.

“This year’s Rose Scholars are a powerful reminder that talent and potential show up in different ways,” said Terry Madigan, President of the 2027 Tournament of Roses. “Through creativity and self-expression, these students have shared who they are and what matters to them, and that takes both courage and heart. We believe the arts play an essential role in education, helping students find their voices and see new possibilities for their future. We’re proud to partner with Citizens Business Bank, whose continued support helps bring this program to life each year. It’s an honor to support these remarkable young people as they take their next steps.”

The Association and the Tournament of Roses Foundation are focused on positively impacting the Pasadena community with charitable giving, volunteerism and community involvement. As part of this work, the Association has partnered with Citizens Business Bank for ROSE Scholars and other signature community programs.