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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY INFO

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Who can be a member: To be eligible for selection for membership in National Honor Society, a student must be at least a junior that meets the weighted GPA criteria. Invitations to apply will be sent out during the fall semester of each school year.

Dues required: TBD

Teacher Sponsors: Mrs. Garner and Mr. Hatcher

Club Description: The National Honor Society (NHS) elevates a school’s commitment to the values of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These four pillars have been associated with membership in the organization since its inception in 1921.

NHS students and their peers volunteer in their communities at the highest rates and make connecting with and serving within the community a priority. The average chapter contributes:

  • 1,000 hours of school/community service

  • $26,000 in charitable donations

  • 1,000 pounds of food to local, state, and national causes

  • 100 pints of blood