Purpose

To promote continuing education by awarding scholarships for any course of study. However, priority may be given to a student who has excelled or will major in mathematics. Priority may also be given to a student who is a member of the Prince George High School Junior ROTC program or who is interested in joining the ROTC at the college level. Applicants must demonstrate academic achievement, extra-curricular involvement, good citizenship, financial need and a commitment to the community through volunteer service. Institutions may include technical colleges, community colleges, and four-year colleges/universities.

Background

Captain Jesse Ozbat was a 2002 Graduate of Prince George High School and a 2006 graduate of Virginia State University. He received his commission on May 13, 2006 and served with the 1st and 14th Infantry, 2nd Stryker Brigade in Iraq and with the 214th Fires Brigade at Fort Sill and assigned to the 168 Brigade Support Battalion in Afghanistan.

On May 20, 2012, Captain Ozbat was killed in action in Afghanistan. He was known for his courage, dedication and leadership; he is the perfect role model for students to aspire to be like. Others who knew Captain Ozbat have said:

“He had a leadership quality that made everyone look up to him.” “I met Jesse in JROTC at Prince George High School. Even then we saw Jesse's commitment to the troops, his Esprit de Corps was unparalleled, and he had a presence of leadership which I could only equate to that of a big brother.” “Time and time again, he would work himself either to a stupor at his desk, or fall asleep at it due to the hours he put in.” The Prince George Community, family and friends, with love in their hearts, gave selflessly of their time and money to work tirelessly together to create this scholarship as a lasting memorial to honor Captain Jesse Ozbat - “an American hero” who gave the ultimate sacrifice for his country.

Family and friends are very interested in receiving applications from candidates who truly understand the sacrifice that was made, and more importantly the respect and honor this sacrifice deserves. This scholarship is not about the money, it is about one soldier’s love for his country, service above self and the sacrifices he made so others can live the American dream. It is “Honor Above All”.

Knowing the kind of man Captain Jesse Ozbat was, his love of country and for his family, this scholarship is a fitting memorial to assist other special young people like him to reach their educational goals.

Policy

This scholarship will be available for seniors or graduates of Prince George High School with priority may be given to a student who has excelled or will major in mathematics. Priority may also be given to a student who is a member of the Prince George High School Junior ROTC program or who is interested in joining the ROTC at the college level who is a member of the Prince George High School Junior ROTC program or who is interested in joining the ROTC at the college level. Students may continue to reapply for this scholarship as they continue through their educational experience. However, receipt of this scholarship does not guarantee future awards.

Student interns working for John Randolph Foundation are eligible to apply; however, foundation trustees, other foundation employees and their immediate families (parents, spouses, brothers, sisters, and anyone claimed as a dependent for tax purposes) are not eligible to apply. Please visit www.johnrandolphfoundation.org and click on the scholarship link for more information.

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• Express an interest in attending college as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student (at least 6 hours per semester);
• Priority may be given to a student who has excelled or will major in mathematics. Priority may also be given to a student who is a member of the Prince George High School Junior ROTC program or who is interested in joining the ROTC at the college level.
• Submit a completed “John Randolph Foundation Scholarship Application” online; to include the required documents which must be uploaded with the application;
• Demonstrate financial need;
• Demonstrate commitment to the community through Extra-Curricular Activities and Volunteer Service; and
• Must have a G.P.A of 3.0 or better.