Andrew Suber-Brown is this year’s recipient of the Jason Fox Award given to an underclassman each year at Polk County High School.
Robert Jason Fox, best known as Jason, was a native of Tryon.
He attended The Polk County School System from kindergarten into high school, and was a member of the first freshman class to attend the new Polk County High School in Columbus when it opened in the fall 1992.
Early in his sophomore year – 1993 – Jason was diagnosed with leukemia and was obliged to withdraw from school for treatment. Jason passed away early in 1994.
During the short time he was a high school student, Jason earned the respect and affection of his teachers and his peers. He was a likable young man, a serious student, a good athlete, responsibly fun-loving with a good sense of humor, and a reputation for integrity and good citizenship.
Jason was an outstanding role model for every student; he was also a glowing example of the importance of supportive, loving parents.
To honor the memory of Jason, an anonymous donor has established a special award to be given each year to a male Sophomore student whose personal qualities are as exemplary as Jason’s. The award consists of a citation, designed by the respected artist, Julia Williams, and a Fox-head pin designed by the renowned sculptor, William Behrends, cast in sterling silver, symbolizing Jason’s character.
It becomes the duty of the young man who receives this award to be faithful to the memory of Jason and to remember always the reasons this award was given.
– article submitted by Meghan Horne