1. Westlake Academy National Honor Society Parent Presentation
Carl A. Tippen
Faculty Sponsor/College Counselor
May 3, 2018

2. Agenda Introduction Selection Application Process Timeline
After Induction
Q&A

3. Introduction College Counselor Faculty Sponsor
3rd Year at Westlake Academy
Faculty Sponsor
2nd Year

4. Selection Leadership Service Scholarship Character Scholarship
90%(No rounding) cumulative GPA
Determined based on 3 semesters of High school work
HS coursework earned prior to 9th grade does not factor into the cumulative GPA
Leadership
Doesn’t have to be an actual titled leader
Exhibit the characteristics of a leader
Problem solver
Positive Influence on peers
Demonstrate leadership in classroom
Demonstrates academic Initiative
Exemplifies a positive attitude
Service
Participation in outside activity
Volunteers
Works well with others
Willing to represent Westlake Academy cheerfully and enthusiastically
Shows courtesy by assisting visitors, teachers, and others
Character
Take criticism willingly and accept recommendations graciously
Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reliability
Observes instructions and rules, punctuality, and faithfulness both inside and outside of the classroom

5. Candidate Invitations
Application Process
April 24
Candidate Invitations
May 8
Complete Applications Due (3:10pm)
May 9th - May 14th
Faculty Council Review
May 15th
May 22
Induction Ceremony
Invitations to Apply were sent to school on April 24, 2018
Application due on May 8th at 3:10pm
Hard deadline
Manilla Envelope
Secondary School Office
May 9th – May 14th
Faculty Council will review applications
Council made up of various members of staff
May 15th
Candidate Acceptance Sent via school account
May 22 – NHS Induction Ceremony – 7:30pm

6. NHS Induction Attire Boys Girls
Dark Suit (Blue or Black - pants and blazer)
White Shirt
Westlake Academy Tie
Dark Socks (Blue or Black)
Dress shoes - Black
Girls
White Dress - No spaghetti strap and no strapless 
White Shoes - Flat or Moderate heels (under 2 inches)
Nude pantyhose

7. Q & A