National Honor Society
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The National Honor Society (NHS) stands as the nation’s premier organization for recognizing exceptional high school students. It goes beyond mere honor rolls, with its primary mission being to acknowledge those students who exhibit excellence in scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These qualities have been the bedrock of NHS membership since its inception in 1921.
The National Honor Society (NHS) stands as the pinnacle organization for recognizing exceptional high school students. These qualities have been the bedrock of NHS membership since its inception in 1921. Today, over a million students actively engage in NHS activities across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, numerous U.S. territories, and even Canada. Membership in an NHS chapter not only celebrates students' achievements but also propels them towards personal growth through active participation in school and community initiatives.
Selection and induction processes at all NEISD high school campuses occur in the Fall semester.
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Eligibility & Expectations
Eligibility
Students in grades 11–12 who meet the requirements for membership outlined by their school’s chapter are eligible to be invited for membership.
Each chapter is required to publish its qualifications for membership, which is based on the four pillars of NHS:
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SCHOLARSHIP: According to District standards, students must have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 90.
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SERVICE: This involves voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community, done without compensation.
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LEADERSHIP: Student leaders are those who are resourceful, good problem solvers, and idea contributors. Leadership experiences can be drawn from school or community activities while working with or for others.
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CHARACTER: The student of good character is cooperative; demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability; shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others; and generally maintains a clean disciplinary record.
Students who meet the scholarship requirement will have an opportunity to complete a form detailing their accomplishments in and commitment to service, leadership, and character.
Expectations
Students who accept membership and are inducted into the chapter should be aware of the time and commitment involved with this honor. For example, there will be chapter meetings. The chapter bylaws should articulate the yearly meeting schedule and member attendance obligations. Members also must participate in chapter and individual service projects to benefit the school and community. Contact the chapter adviser to obtain a full list of the obligations of membership for the school’s chapter.
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National Junior Honor Society
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The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) holds a similar esteemed status, recognizing outstanding middle school students across the nation. NJHS, like its high school counterpart, goes beyond a simple honor roll and instead celebrates students who excel in scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. These pillars have defined NJHS membership since its foundation in 1929.
Presently, more than a million students participate in official Honor Society activities nationwide. Both NHS and NJHS chapters can be found in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, various U.S. territories, and Canada. Joining an NJHS chapter not only honors a student's achievements but also encourages further personal development through involvement in school activities and community service.
The selection and induction processes at all NEISD middle school campuses take place in the Spring semester for the following school year. Consequently, students may receive invitations to apply during their 7th-grade spring semester, with their NJHS membership commencing in the Fall semester of their 8th-grade year.
Note: A student’s participation in the National Junior Honor Society does not necessarily indicate the student’s inclusion in the National Honor Society.
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Eligibility & Expectations
Eligibility
Students in grade 7 who meet the requirements for membership outlined by their school’s chapter are eligible to be invited for membership as 8th grade students.
Each chapter is required to publish its qualifications for membership, which is based on the four pillars of NJHS:
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SCHOLARSHIP: According to District standards, students must have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 90.
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SERVICE: This involves voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community, done without compensation.
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LEADERSHIP: Student leaders are those who are resourceful, good problem solvers, and idea contributors. Leadership experiences can be drawn from school or community activities while working with or for others.
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CHARACTER: The student of good character is cooperative; demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability; shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others; and generally maintains a clean disciplinary record.
Students who meet the scholarship requirement will have an opportunity to complete a form detailing their accomplishments in and commitment to service, leadership, and character.
Expectations
Five main purposes have guided chapters of NJHS from the beginning: to create enthusiasm for scholarship; to stimulate a desire to render service; to promote leadership; to encourage responsible citizenship; and to develop character in the students of secondary schools. These purposes also translate into the criteria used for membership selection in each local chapter.
Students who accept membership and are inducted into the chapter should be aware of the time and commitment involved with this honor. For example, there will be chapter meetings. The chapter bylaws should articulate the yearly meeting schedule and member attendance obligations. Members also must participate in chapter and individual service projects to benefit the school and community. Contact the chapter adviser to obtain a full list of the obligations of membership for the school’s chapter.
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National Honor Society Chapters
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