1. Long Branch High School National Honors Society 2015-2016

2. What is the NHS?  The National Honor Society is an organization founded to honor students who have excelled in areas of leadership, scholarship, service, and character.  Students applying for membership in National Honor Society cannot be discriminated against because of race, gender, ethnicity, political persuasion, socioeconomic background, disability, rumor or any other characteristic unrelated to the criteria for selection of National Honor Society.

3. Guidelines

4. Scholarship Guidelines  A student must keep a GPA of an 88 or better in order to qualify.

5. Character Guidelines  Takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously  Constantly exemplifies desirable qualities of personality (cheerfulness, friendliness, poise, stability)  Cooperates by complying with school regulations concerning property, programs, office, halls, etc.  Demonstrates highest standards of honesty and reliability shows courtesy, concern and respect for others  Has powers of concentration and sustained attention as shown by perseverance and application to studies  Actively helps to rid the school of bad influences or environment  Observes instructions and rules, punctuality, and faithfulness in obligation both inside and outside of the classroom (without instances of school/civic infractions)  Manifests truthfulness in acknowledge obedience of rules, avoiding cheating in written work, and showing unwillingness to profit by the mistake of others (no discipline file, suspensions, or criminal record)

6. Leadership Guidelines  Is resourceful in proposing new problems, applying principles and making suggestions  Demonstrates leadership in promoting school activities, exercises influence on peers in upholding school ideals, organizes and motivates peers to achieve a common goal  Contributes ideas that improve the civic life of the school  Is able to delegate responsibilities  Exemplifies positive qualities and inspires positive behavior in others  Demonstrates academic initiative and displays leadership in classroom, at work, and in school activities  Successfully holds school offices/positions of responsibility, conducts business efficiently and effectively, and is reliable and dependable without prodding  Is thoroughly dependable in any responsibility he/she accepts

7. Service Guidelines  Willingness to uphold scholarship and maintain a loyal school attitude  Participates in some Outside-of-School Service Activity  Services may include, but are not limited to Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, church groups, volunteer services for aged, poor, disadvantages, family duties, etc.  Dependable volunteer that provides well-organized assistance; is available on his/her own time and is sacrificing without compensation including grades or pay  Works well with others and is willing to take on difficulty or inconspicuous responsibilities  Willingness to render cheerfully and enthusiastically an requested service to the school  Willingness to respect his/her class or school in interclass and interscholastic competition  Readiness to show courtesy by assisting visitors, teachers or students

8. Download, complete and print application  http://www.longbranch.k12.nj.us/Page/12633 http://www.longbranch.k12.nj.us/Page/12633

9. Completing the Application  Fill in pertinent information  Review LBHS Bylaws located on Mrs. Kelly’s teacher page  Complete Required Signatures (student and parent and advisor)  Ascertain 2 letters of recommendation  Complete Essay  Current NHS members will be available during SAP on Monday’s and Wednesdays in room 312 beginning the week of February 22 nd if you would like assistance when filling out your application.

10. Submitting your application  Email a copy of the application as well as the letters of recommendation to Mrs. Kelly no later than Wednesday March 2, 2016.  A paper copy of your application with signatures and letters of recommendation must be dropped off to Mrs. Kelly by 2:30pm on Wednesday March 2, 2016.  Late submissions under no circumstances will be accepted.