Lee-Davis High School Chapter of the National Honor Society

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1 Lee-Davis High School Chapter of the National Honor Society Thank you for your interest in the Lee-Davis High School chapter of the National Honor Society. Attached you will find the criteria and application for new members. Applications will be due to Mrs. Salvato in room G3 by Friday, October 7, 2016 at 3:35 PM. Late applications will not be accepted. If you have any questions about the application process please contact Mrs. Salvato

2 SELECTION PROCESS FOR MEMBERSHIP Atlee High School Hanover High School Lee-Davis High School Dear, Congratulations! Your outstanding scholastic achievement makes you eligible for membership in the National Honor Society based on a minimum 3.5 scholarship requirement. Membership is based not only on scholarship, but also on service, leadership, and character. To determine your degree of involvement in co-curricular and community activities, service, leadership positions and work experiences, we ask that you thoroughly complete the attached activity form. This form, along with two character references, must be returned to the faculty sponsor of NHS by the deadline announced in your high school in order for you to be considered for membership. If you should need assistance in filling out your form or would like it proofread before submitting it, please contact the faculty sponsor. The selection process consists of four steps. First, the activity forms are reviewed by the five-member faculty council to determine the degree of involvement for each candidate. To ensure anonymity applicants names will not be on the activity forms. Second, administration and faculty will be asked to report any concerns involving character of the candidates. Third, the faculty council will vote on each candidate. A two-thirds majority vote is needed. Finally, results of the faculty council are reviewed and approved by the principal. Once candidates are selected to become members, they will be officially inducted into the NHS. Participation in an induction ceremony is a requirement for membership. Candidates will be notified of the council s decision by letter after the selection process is complete. ****************************************************************************** I understand that completing this form does not guarantee selection to NHS. I certify that the information presented here is accurate. Student Signature I have read the information provided by my son/daughter on this form and can verify that it is true, accurate, and complete in its presentation. Parent Signature STUDENT S FULL NAME: ADDRESS: HOME PHONE: WORK PHONE FATHER: WORK PHONE MOTHER:

3 STUDENT ACTIVITY INFORMATION FORM Atlee High School Hanover High School Lee-Davis High School Directions to student applicants: Please complete all sections. Please type or print. Do not be modest. All information can be used by the Faculty Council to assist with the selection process. Completion of the form does not guarantee selection. I. Cocurricular Activities: List all activities in which you have participated during high school, 9th grade to the present. Include clubs, teams, musical groups, etc., and major accomplishments in each. Have your sponsor sign and rate your degree of participation. Use the following scale: 5 - very active; 4 - moderately active; 3 - attended meetings only. Activity Year Accomplishments Sponsor s Rating II. Leadership Positions: List all elected or appointed leadership positions held in school, community, or work activities. Only those positions in which you were directly responsible for directing or motivating others should be included. For example, elected student body, class, or club officer; committee chairperson; team captain; newspaper editor; work area manager; or community leader. Have your sponsor sign for verification. Leadership Position Year Accomplishments Sponsor s Signature

4 III. Service and Other Community Activities: List service and/or other community activities in which you have participated. Note any major accomplishment in each. Generally speaking, service activities are those which are done for or on behalf of others (not including immediate family members) for which no compensation (monetary or other) has been given. Community activities include activities outside of school in which you participated for the betterment of your community. Examples may include: church groups, clubs sponsored outside of school, Boy or Girl Scouts, or community endeavors. Please list the name of an adult supervisor who can verify your participation in each activity. Community Year Hours/Week Major Signature of Activity Accomplishment Adult Sponsor IV. Work Experience, Recognition, and Awards: List below any job experiences, honors, or recognition you have received that support your bid to be selected for membership in the National Honor Society. Work experience may be paid or volunteer. Job, Recognition or Award Year Group or Activity Number of Hours Spent on Job or Volunteer Activity

5 V. ESSAY: Below, please write an essay in which you explain in detail your qualifications in the area of leadership within the school and the community. Leadership may include leading by example, overcoming obstacles, demonstrating good citizenship, or any examples other than those listed under the leadership category on the preceding page.

6 CHARACTER REFERENCE Atlee High School Hanover High School Lee-Davis High School is a candidate for membership to the National Honor Society. Selection is based on scholarship, service, leadership and character. According to the National Honor Society Handbook, the student of character does the following: takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously; consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of behavior (cheerfulness, friendliness, poise, stability); upholds principles of morality and ethics; cooperates by complying with school regulations concerning property, programs, office, halls, etc.; demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reliability; regularly shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others; observes instructions and rules, is punctual, and faithful both inside and outside the classroom; has powers of concentration, self-discipline, and sustained attention as shown by perseverance and application to studies; manifests truthfulness in acknowledging obedience to rules, avoiding cheating in written work, and showing unwillingness to profit by the mistake of others; actively helps rid the school of bad influences or environment. I have known reference name student name for. I worked with him/her in the following capacity (circumstance): length of time I do hereby attest that this student meets the criteria for good character and would recommend him/her as a candidate for the National Honor Society. Signature

7 CHARACTER REFERENCE Atlee High School Hanover High School Lee-Davis High School is a candidate for membership to the National Honor Society. Selection is based on scholarship, service, leadership and character. According to the National Honor Society Handbook, the student of character does the following: takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously; consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of behavior (cheerfulness, friendliness, poise, stability); upholds principles of morality and ethics; cooperates by complying with school regulations concerning property, programs, office, halls, etc.; demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reliability; regularly shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others; observes instructions and rules, is punctual, and faithful both inside and outside the classroom; has powers of concentration, self-discipline, and sustained attention as shown by perseverance and application to studies; manifests truthfulness in acknowledging obedience to rules, avoiding cheating in written work, and showing unwillingness to profit by the mistake of others; actively helps rid the school of bad influences or environment. I have known reference name student name for. I worked with him/her in the following capacity (circumstance): length of time I do hereby attest that this student meets the criteria for good character and would recommend him/her as a candidate for the National Honor Society. Signature