Roker Scholarships

The Jonathan Roker Memorial Scholarship was originally provided and funded by the Bird Island - Lake Lillian Class of 1979 and is now administered by ProAg of Renville County. Jonathan had been a strong supporter of 4-H and FFA providing opportunities for students who otherwise may not have had an opportunity. Jonathan had an unmistakable passion for rural communities and the rural way of life.

The $1,000 Scholarship is provided to a senior who attends of the high schools of:

BLHS, BOLD, Cedar Mountain, RCW, Redwood Area, YME and need not be a resident of Renville County.

Residents of Renville County who are home schooled or attend another school may also receive consideration.

Plan to attend college ( 2 or 4 years )

Preference is given to applicants who pursue an education in agriculture, crop, livestock, or related Ag field.

Selection is based on academic aptitude, vocational promise, personal attributes, and leadership qualities.

Added consideration to those who demonstrate activities in 4-H, FFA and leadership.

Recipients of the Jonathon Roker Memorial Scholarship are:

2015 - Daniel Roker          BOLD

2016 - Jason Carlson        Cedar Mountain

2017 - Brooke Engstrom   Renville County West

2018 - Samuel Marks        BOLD

2019 - Brooke Hoffbeck    Cedar Mountain

2020 - Nathon Frank         BOLD

           Andrew Sheehan   BOLD