National Honor Society
Selection Procedure and Criterion
May 03, 2007
According to the NHS constitution, "The purpose of this organization shall be to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and to develop character in the students of secondary schools."
Follow the link to view the National Constitution
under which all NHS chapters operate.
Local chapters of NHS are given authority to vary from some
sections of this document:
National Honor Society Constitution
At LPHS, in accordance with the National Constitution, to be considered for selection, a student must:
- Be a member of those classes (sophomore, junior, senior) designated as eligible in the chapter bylaws (Freshmen [ninth graders] are not eligible.)
- Have been in attendance at the school the equivalent of one semester
- Be nominated by a teacher
The selection of each member to the chapter shall be by a majority
vote of the Faculty Council.
The criterion for selection into NHS is based on the following:
Scholarship –
Students are expected to have and maintain an average of 90% or better
Leadership –
Holding office or position
A leader in the classroom, at work, or in other school or community activities
Exemplifies positive attitudes
Demonstrates academic initiative (self-learners, college courses, etc.)
Exercises positive influence on peers in upholding school ideals and spirit
Is dependable in any responsibility accepted
Service –
Participates in some activity outside of school
Shows courtesy by assisting visitors, teachers, and students (e.g., Mentors, Works well with others, volunteers and provided dependable assistance)
Is willing to represent the class or school in interclass and interscholastic competition
Character –
Takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously
Consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of behavior
Regularly shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others
Manifests truthfulness in acknowledging obedience to rules, avoiding cheating in written work, and showing an unwillingness to profit by the mistakes of others.
