Local Students Nominated For National Scholarship Program
Adrian Chase and Katie Conlon, both seniors at WSHS, have been nominated for competition at the National Honor Society Scholarship competition level. High School National Honor Society chapters from across the country were eligible to nominate two senior high members to compete. Adrian and Katie were selected based on their leadership skills, participation in service organizations and clubs, achievements in the arts and sciences, and academic record. One national scholarship recipient will receive a 13,000.00 award. Congratulations, and good luck to both!
Information for all National Honor Society Members
Dues are due before April 10, 2008
2007-2008 Membership Application
National Honor Society membership applications will be delivered in school the 3rd week of January to students who will be juniors or seniors in the 2007-2008 school year who have met the first membership criteria (GPA). The applications must be returned to the National Honor Society Box in the Media Center or to Ms. Parker, Room 5-213 by February 9. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted. Membership is also based on Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character, with the final selection of members chosen by a majority vote of the Faculty Selection Criteria.
If you do not receive a letter and application and believe that you are an eligible candidate, applications will be available in the Media Center and on this website.
Membership Application Guidelines
Sophomore/Junior Membership Application
Student Course Schedule
Enrollment Periods
1. At the beginning of each school year, enrollment is open for seniors only who must have a 3.2 unweighted, cumulative grade-point-average. Each senior who has met the first GPA requirement is sent a letter and an application inviting them to complete the application. A Faculty Selection Committee reviews the applications and makes membership acceptance decisions based on demonstrated Service, Leadership, Scholarship, and Character.
2. At the end of the second semester, enrollment is open for sophomores and juniors for the following school year. Each sophomore with a 3.5 unweighted, cumulative grade-point-average and each junior with a 3.4 gpa unweighted, cumulative grade-point-average is sent a letter and an application inviting them to complete the application. A faculty Selection Committee reviews the applications and makes membership acceptance decisions based on demonstrated Service, Leadership, Scholarship, and Character.
Induction Ceremony
National Honor Society members accepted for the school year 2008-2009 and members who were selected earlier this school year for the school year 2007-2008, will be formally inducted into NHS on April 10, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. This is a formal occasion and will require business attire. Family and guests are invited.
Members are requested to be in the auditorium at 6:30 p.m. in preparation for the ceremony. A mandatory rehearsal will be conducted April 9 immediately after school in the auditorium. Membership dues must be up to date. If not sure, check with Ms. Roach, room 7-207.
Projects
All NHS members are expected to participate in several community projects and/or school projects. The members decide which projects they will do. Typical projects usually include an activity for Thanksgiving, Christmas, tutoring Winter Springs High students, and a designated charity such as St Jude’s Hospital, Ronald McDonald House, etc.
Benefits of Membership
There are many benefits for NHS members that will be asset to each student today and in the future:
The student is recognized and honored for academic achievement, service, leadership, scholarship, and character at school. Each member wears a gold cord at graduation and receives a special insignia on his/her diploma.
The member gains further experience in leadership and continues to develop the appreciation and importance of community service. Members learn to collaborate on new ideas, work with others, develop action plans, and gain personal confidence.
NHS membership is nationally recognized for scholarship achievement and, thus, is impressive to list on a job resume, a college scholarship application, and a college application form.
Contacts
Eileen Roach- 407-320-8931
Laura Petrusic- 407-320-8973
Martha Thomas-407-320-8879
Lois Arp- 407-320-8810
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