2018 SJD AWARDS
The San Jacinto Descendants sponsor a variety of awards that are decided upon each year at our annual meeting.
San Jacinto Award
The San Jacinto Award is presented to an adult citizen of the State of Texas who has demonstrated a commitment to preserving Texas history and who possesses the highest level of patriotism, leadership, and service to the State of Texas and their local community. Members of the San Jacinto Descendants are not eligible for this award.
The 2018 recipient of the San Jacinto Award is Jim Bevill.
There are 25 past recipients of the San Jacinto Award.
Sam Houston Award
The Sam Houston Award is presented to a member of the San Jacinto Descendants who has demonstrated the highest commitment to preserving Texas history and who possesses the highest level of patriotism, leadership, and service to the State of Texas and their local community.
The 2018 recipient of the Sam Houston Award is Fred Mead.
There are 25 past recipients of the Sam Houston Award.
Teacher of Texas History Award
The Teacher of Texas History Award is presented to a public or private school teacher who has exhibited extraordinary qualities as an instructor of Texas history.
The 2018 recipients of the Teacher of Texas History Award are Aaron Forrest & Brenda Beaven
There are 22 past recipients of the Teacher of Texas History Award.