Crystal Lake Central National Honor Society

Prospective Members Meeting

Scholarship is…

a commitment to learning;

demonstrating an interest in attaining knowledge and wisdom;◦ not arguing for points or extra credit

A cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above must be attained to be considered for membership in the NHS;

All members must retain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above each year, to remain a member in good standing of the National Honor Society!

LeadershipLeadership Project

Test of your ability to motivate and inspire others to perform a service and/or to complete a task;

• Conceive, organize, recruit volunteers and carry out a project serving others;

• One leadership project required per year of all members;• may collaborate with several members on large project;

• See essay question #3 on “Information Sheet”;• If not officer/captain, in what ways do you

demonstrate leadership?

• In school, church, community, nation, world;

• see brochure for ideas/examples.

Character• Demonstrates the highest

standards of honesty and reliability;

• Exemplifies fairness, cooperativeness, ethics, and tolerance;

• See no. 8 on “Information Sheet”;• See brochure for ideas.• NHS operates on the honor

system!

Service An act of helpful activity! 22 hours of volunteer service

required of all members each year;

7 of 22 hours devoted to serving Central High School;

Leaf raking service project a requirement of all members!

Looking for a diverse selection involving school, community, church, nation, world;

See brochure for ideas and examples.

Recommendation Forms Two recommendation forms from CLC staff members:

Teachers, counselors, advisors, coaches, etc…Schedule a time to meet for a conversation to request recommendation forms;

Never request such via email!!must be returned by the due date!Consult “letter of recommendation protocol” on NHS web site!

Directions• Read instructions on “Information Sheet”;• Must provide details of activities, not just a list of them;• What specific role did you play in any event/activity?• For how long/often have you been involved in any event/activity?• Sell yourself without being too ego-centered;

Directions (con.)• Better to explain with much detail than to leave things unanswered;

• Looking for evidence of involvement throughout life;

include elementary, junior, and high school activities;

• Re-type each question (including essays) and then respond;

• Proofread - no grammar, spelling or punctuation errors!

• MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE DUE DATE!