| The National Honor Society was founded in 1921 in hopes of creating an organization that would recognize
and encourage academic achievement, while also developing other characteristics essential to citizens in a democracy. These
ideals of scholarship, character, service, and leadership remain as relevant today as they were in 1921. Now, more than 75
years later, the National Honor Society has become a prestigious organization, ranking high among administrators, faculty members, students,
parents, and residents of the school community. Its reputation for excellence is the result of years of commitment on the part of everyone involved.
Through NHS chapter service activities, members maintain and extend the qualities that won them selection. Membership is thus both an
honor and a commitment.
The National Honor Society is the leader among organizations and societies that promote appropriate recognition for students who reflect outstanding
accomplishments in the areas of scholarship, character, leadership, and service. Thousands of schools are chartered and their chapters are following the Constitution.
National Honor Society membership is often regarded as a valid indicator that the student will succeed in life and particularly in studies at the
post-secondary education level. The Honor Society Member has already exhibited academic achievement, leadership, honorable and admirable character, as
well as service, demonstrating that the member is willing to use his or her talents and skills for the improvement of society.
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