NHS Presentation
Transcript: ELIGIBILITY National Honor Society How to Apply ABOUT What is National Honor Society? The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921. Today, it is estimated that more than one million students participate in NHS activities. NHS chapters are found in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, many U.S. territories, and Canada. Chapter membership not only recognizes students for their accomplishments, but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service. What does NHS do at Handley? Members of the JHHS chapter of NHS attend monthly organizational meetings, participate in peer tutoring, organize a Leadership Conference for students at Handley and our surrounding schools, and lead Handley's annual Love Week fundraiser each spring. NHS members are also eligible for exclusive scholarship opportunities both on a local and national level. Who is eligible for induction into NHS? All sophomores, juniors, and seniors who meet the scholarship, leadership, service, AND character guidelines are eligible. A minimum grade point average of 3.25 is required for membership in John Handley’s Chapter of National Honor Society Only students who submit a completed application by Friday, October 22 at 11:59 pm will be considered for membership. ABSOLUTELY NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. CHARACTER What are the character requirements for NHS? A student of good character consistently practices the following: demonstrates the highest regard for honesty and truthfulness, cooperates in a willing spirit with school rules, seeks to maintain a positive and safe school environment, upholds principles of morality and ethics, and meets individual pledges and responsibilities to the school and teachers. In addition to observations of student behavior within the classroom, student disciplinary records will be reviewed. Only disciplinary violations from grades 9-12 will be considered in this process, unless the prior violation is severe enough to call into review. Violations of the Standards of Conduct, the Student Athlete Drug and Alcohol pledge, or crimes reportable to the Superintendent will be considered in the selection process. LEADERSHIP What are the leadership requirements for NHS? Students must provide evidence of a minimum of TWO examples of school and/or community leadership positions held or in process during high school. Leadership is defined as directly leading the activities of others. Examples MUST be from different organizations. Each example requires a signed reference from an adult sponsor who is responsible for the organization. Students must also describe in writing their leadership role with the organization. Parents should NOT provide verification of leadership. Leadership roles may include elected or appointed leadership positions held in school, community, or work activities. Only positions in which you were responsible for directing or motivating others should be included. Examples include class, or club officer; committee chairperson; team captain, publications editor; work area manager, etc. Leadership roles are those sustained over a period of time, not those requiring only a single day or two of responsibilities. Leadership roles within the workplace are acceptable, regardless of compensation. What are the leadership requirements for NHS? In addition to a signed reference for each leadership role, students will be required to write an essay about ONE leadership role listed on the application. This essay should emphasize what elements of the role qualifies it as one that demonstrates the qualities of leadership. SERVICE What are the service requirements for NHS? Students must provide evidence of a minimum of TWO examples of volunteer work completed, in process, or received during high school. Volunteer work performed both within school and outside of school are acceptable. Examples MUST be from different organizations. Each example requires a signature from an adult sponsor who was responsible for the service project or organization. APPLICATION PROCESS How do students apply for NHS? Students who have achieved the minimum grade point average can access the application online beginning today, Wednesday, September 15. A link to the application will be sent via email to all students in grades 10-12. Before applying, please be sure that you meet the eligibility requirements. Only students who submit a completed application by Friday, October 22 at 11:59 pm will be considered for membership. ABSOLUTELY NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. What is the selection process for NHS applicants? Once How Is
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