1. National Honor Society 2018
Candidate Information Meeting

2. Purpose To create an enthusiasm for scholarship
To stimulate a desire to render service
To promote worthy leadership
To encourage the development of character in students of Gar- Field Senior High School

3. Scholarship 3.6 (non-rounded) GPA
Not about being the most skilled or intellectual person

4. Scholarship
About having an intellectual curiosity that drives one to not only enjoy learning new things, but to also have the persistence and integrity to apply oneself to understanding difficult concepts. 

5. Scholarship
Through hard work you strive to become a more educated individual that is better suited to initiating positive changes in society.

6. Character A student of good character
Upholds principles of morality and ethics
Is cooperative
Demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability
Shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others
Must be modeled through example

7. Leadership
The influence you have on people to do something extraordinary 
 Leadership experiences can be drawn from school or community activities while working with or for others.  

8. Leadership Student leaders are Resourceful Good problem solvers
Promoters of school activities
Idea-contributors
Dependable
Persons who exemplify positive attitudes about life

9. Service
 Defined through the voluntary contributions made to the school or community
Done without monetary compensation, and with a positive, courteous, and enthusiastic spirit 
 Not just to satisfy a requirement set by NHS, or for college applications, but to help another through reaching out to them

10. Member Responsibilities
More than an honor
An ongoing responsibility and an obligation to continue to demonstrate those outstanding qualities that result in a student’s selection
Also carries a responsibility to the chapter
If our NHS chapter is to be effective and meaningful, each member must be involved. 
Meeting attendance
Participation in chapter service project
Individual service

11. NHS Programs and Services
Get #Futuready—a series of videos and visual aids to help you with everything from career exploration to mastering interviews 
Virtual NHS--limited-seating workshops address important topics related to the fundamentals of college application essay preparation
College webinars for guidance on college admission and financial aid. 
NHS Scholar Dollars—scholarship search engine produces results aligned to the membership pillars of NHS. 
The NHS Scholarship program. All NHS seniors in good standing are eligible to apply in the fall of each year. 

12. Candidate Eligibility
Grades 11 and 12
GPA of 3.6 (non-rounded) or higher
Must have been enrolled for a period equivalent to one semester at GFHS

13. Selection Procedures Complete Candidate Information form
Review of discipline and attendance records
Faculty Evaluation
Character
Leadership
Service
4, 3, 2, 1,U
Faculty scores averaged
3.0 average to be considered for nomination
Faculty Council review of all information
Majority vote
Notification
Induction ceremony rehearsal
Induction ceremony

14. Candidate Information Form Tips

15. Extra-curricular Activities and Leadership Positions
List all activities in which you have participated during high school.
Include clubs, sports, musical groups, church activities, work experiences, etc. 
Indicate major accomplishments and leadership positions. 
It is imperative that you list the duration of involvement as well as duration of leadership position.  

16. Extra-curricular Activities and Leadership Positions

17. Extra-curricular Activities and Leadership Positions

18. Service Activities
List all activities in which you have participated to support and improve your community. 
 Note any major accomplishments. 
Documenting evidence is required that will include how many hours you volunteered and the signature and phone number of an adult sponsor. 
REMEMBER: Service Activities are volunteered time and work which is nonpaid. 
Examples may include working at a homeless shelter, in a nursing home, or working with a group of youngsters where you are not paid for your service. 

19. Service Activities

20. Service Activities

21. Leadership Activities
List all leadership positions you have held. 
Note any major accomplishments and provide specific information on why these positions should be considered leadership positions.
Indicate how you organized and managed a group of people. 
Please remember that the position has to be sustained, meaning that it must be for more than a few days—this should be listed under Duration of Position. 
Please provide the name and phone number of a sponsoring adult. 

22. Leadership Activities

23. Leadership Activities

24. Recognition and Awards

25. Recognition and Awards

26. Discipline Disclosure
Have you had any (high school) suspensions, code of conduct violations, or detentions? If so, indicate the year and offer an explanation.  Explain what you have learned from the experience. Also, please list any special circumstances that the Faculty Council should consider. 

27. Timeline
Deadline for Candidate Information Form submission:
2:30 PM November 13, 2018
Not to be turned in during class time
Should be complete
Biography due to Ms. Gordon: TBD
Induction Ceremony Rehearsal: TBD
Induction Ceremony: 7 PM November 27, 2018