In
the next few weeks Juniors and Seniors
with a GPA of 3.5 or higher will be invited to apply for the National
Honor Society
The
National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation's premier organization established
to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll,
NHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the
areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character. These characteristics
have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings
in 1921.
The
Corona Chapter of the National Honor Society at Hull High School is committed
to serving both the school and local community and sees its members as role
models in our school. Requirements for
membership in this chapter are:
• Minimum of 3.5 (weighted) GPA
• Documented leadership
• Documented character
• Documented service – at least 20
hours per year during your time at HHS
Candidates
are reviewed and members are selected by the Faculty Council, a group of five
Hull High School teachers, appointed annually by the principal. Their decisions are final, and will only be
reviewed by the principal for technical or procedural errors that may have
occurred.
All
membership decisions will be made by the Faculty Council upon reviewing the
following materials:
1. Cover Sheet
The
cover sheet must be filled out completely and signed by both the candidate and
a parent/guardian.
2. Candidate Resume
All
candidates must create and submit a resume that lists and describes all:
a. Leadership positions
b. Service
c. Community activities
d. Honors
e. Awards
f. Employment
3. Supporting Letters
All
candidates must provide a letter of confirmation for any claim of service and
leadership. The letters must be from
adults who can confirm the time served, and nature of the service and/or
leadership. Letters from family members
will not be considered. Leadership and
service claimed on the candidate’s resume, which are not confirmed by a
supporting letter, will not be considered.
4. Statement of Intent
Character and leadership are two very
important qualities that NHS members possess. In an essay of 1000 or less words
please explain how you exemplify these traits.
CHARACTER
- Consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of behavior (cheerfulness,
friendliness, poise, stability, courtesy, concern and respect for others).
Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reliability.
LEADERSHIP
– Demonstrates leadership in promoting school activities. Demonstrates
leadership in the classroom, at work, and in school or community activities. Is
thoroughly dependable in any responsibility accepted.
5. Student Record
The
main office will provide the Faculty Council with the candidate’s:
• Attendance record
• Discipline record
• Transcript
• Term 1 Progress Reports
6. Teacher Feedback
All
teachers will be given the attached rubric and asked to rate each applicant in
the areas of character and leadership.
Applicants will not have access to these rubrics.
7. Interview
Each
applicant who turns in a completed application that demonstrates evidence of
qualification in all areas will have the opportunity to have a 5-minute
interview with two members of the Faculty Council. The interview is meant to enhance, not
replace, information provided by the applicant in his/her application packet.
