Scholarship
Define scholarship according to the National Honors Society.
Commitment to learning and growing on an educational path-more importantly EFFORT rather than just GPA, but you do need to be in academic standing with good grades.
How does NHS define leadership?
The ability to influence others to do something extraordinary.
Can someone with good character be unkind or lazy?
...YES! We ALL have good and bad days, but it is how we take accountability for our actions, that's what matters!
Does taking on responsibilities count as service?
YES! In fact, you attending this meeting counts for service hours!
How many articles do we have in our NHS bylaws?
Is scholarship crucial to being in NHS?
YES!!!
What is an example of leadership that doesn't pertain a leadership role that NHS members will be doing?
Your ISP!
UNSCRAMBLE
Good character goes along with: TENITYGRI
BONUS 100 points if you can define the word within the time frame.
Integrity!
Doing the right thing even when no one is watching is VERY important when it comes to character!
What is National Honor Societies definition of service?
Seeing a need in your community and fulfilling it voluntarily and stepping outside oneself to meet the needs of others.
What happens if you as an NHS member fall below the standards of scholarship, leadership, service and character?
You are dismissed from CRCA National Honor Society.
What is one way to represent scholarship?
Tutoring, attending class, retaking exams and taking notes in class.
Do you have to be in a leadership position to be a leader?
NO! It can be as simple as carrying out a service project, or helping a group of students with some homework!
What are some qualities that go along with character?
Perseverance, respect, integrity, honesty, and sacrifice!
When is the Bastrop Veterans Day Car Show?
Saturday November 9th
How many service hours do you need by the time you graduate?
100!
What weighted GPA do you have to maintain overall in order to be in National Honors Society?
98%
Does leadership build on everyday service?
YES!
In order to have good character we must first take care of ___________ before we can take care of others.
OURSELVES! We must take care of ourselves before we are able to take care of others.
What aspects can push someone to want to do service for their community?
Passions and or past experiences.
What happens if your fixed GPA of 98% falls below NHS standards?
The member will be given a written warning and placed on probationary status. If the cumulative grade point average remains below 98 for the following grading period, then the student may be dismissed from the chapter as recommended by the Chapter Adviser and determined by the Faculty Council.
Is scholarship just about getting good grades?
NO! Scholarship is also maintaining good grades and being dedicated to your learning!
What are some good attributes that leaders have?
Being able to listen to others and take constructive criticism, taking responsibility ownership, being kind, and participating.
What is National Honor Societies definition of character?
Valuing diverse cultures and building relationships that reflect love of self but also concern for others.
What is an example of service that we will be participating in as NHS members?
THE BASTROP VETERANS DAY CAR SHOW!!!
How many meetings can you miss unannounced before you are dismissed?
ZERO! You are allowed to have two excused personal absences that are non-academic.