The Society's Education Mission
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The Society’s Education Mission
Scott J. Sengenberger, Education Chair (2000-2002)
The Society received eight scholarship applications this year.
Freedom Scholarship – Two (2) Applications
Neale Cosby Scholarship – Three (3) Applications
Adam Dickmyer Scholarship – Three (3) Applications
Scott Sengenberger (2000-2002), George Haupt (1954-1955), Roy Banks (1959-1960), and Darrell Fisher (ASM) reviewed the applications. Each application was graded based on the applicant’s answer to the question and their use of effective communication.
We are proud to announce the following awardees for 2025!
Freedom Scholarship – Kyle Rex
Neale Cosby Scholarship – Katherine Gerard
Adam Dickmyer Scholarship – Case Wilson
Each will be awarded $1,000.00, sent to their educational institution, and, as applicable, receive a free one-year membership with the Society.
If any members would like to participate in reviewing next year’s applications (2026), please get in touch with Scott Sengenberger at membership@tombguard.org.
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How many times will a Sentinel be on duty during the shift?
Each Relief has a 24 hour rotational work day. Ideally, four qualified Sentinels, one Relief Commander (RC), one Assistant Relief Commander (ARC), and several Sentinels in training comprise the Relief. The daily walk schedule is made by the RC or ARC and is dependent on the number of Sentinels who are proficient enough to guard the Tomb in front of the public. Generally, the Sentinel will do several walks back to back and then be done for the day. However, in extreme cases, Sentinels have been known to go back-to-back (every other walk) for the entire shift.
