National Honor Society

The Four Pillars of National Honor Society

Scholarship is a commitment to learning, academic success, and being an active learner in the pursuit of knowledge. Students are expected to be diligent in their studies, demonstrate consistent academic effort, and always strive to do their best.

Service is demonstrated through selfless acts that make a positive impact on the school and community. Service is performed for the benefit of others without the expectation of compensation or recognition. Current NHS members and prospective inductees are encouraged to make a meaningful and positive impact through service to others.

Leadership involves initiative and positive influence while effectively using available resources. Leaders take initiative to help others and create positive change within the school and community. Current members and prospective inductees should demonstrate resourcefulness, dependability, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to promote and support school activities.

Character reflects integrity, morality, and positive personal qualities. Current members and prospective inductees are expected to demonstrate respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, kindness, honesty, and high moral standards in their daily interactions and decision-making.

NHS Membership Requirements

Students seeking induction into NHS must meet all established chapter requirements. Meeting the minimum point requirement does not automatically guarantee induction. Potential candidates and current members are subject to review and approval by the WASD Committee based upon the standards and expectations of National Honor Society.

Point Requirement

Prospective inductees must earn a minimum of 20 points, with at least one point earned in each of the four categories outlined on the NHS Membership Point System:

1. Group I — Inter-School Competitive Events
2. Group II — School Positions
3. Group III — Extracurricular Activities
4. Group IV — Scholarship

The attached point sheet identifies eligible sports, academic competitions, school leadership positions, service and academic clubs, performance opportunities, and scholarship points. For example, Groups I–III generally provide opportunities to earn up to four points for qualifying participation, while scholarship points are based upon cumulative academic averages.

Under Group IV — Scholarship, the point system currently awards 5 points for a cumulative average of 95% or above, 4 points for 90% or above, and 3 points for an 85–89% cumulative average, per applicable school year.

Important: Any new clubs or activities must be added to and approved within the NHS point system before points can be awarded. Special Interest Clubs: Participation in a Special Interest Club earns NHS points through documented service only, at a rate of 3 service hours = 1 NHS point.

NHS Membership Point Sheet
Families and students should carefully review the National Honor Society Membership Point System when determining eligibility. The point sheet includes spaces for participation during grades 9–12 and identifies the point ranges available for qualifying activities.

Download/View the NHS Membership Point System

Download NHS Point System

NHS Point System

Download NHS Point System

NHS Online Application

Eligible students who wish to be considered for induction must complete and submit the NHS Online Application.

Application Deadline: December 22, 2026, by 3:00 PM

NHS Application 2026 - 27

Applications must be complete and submitted by the deadline to be considered. Students are responsible for accurately reporting their activities, leadership, service, and other information required as part of the application and selection process.

Submission of an application or attainment of 20 points does not constitute automatic acceptance into National Honor Society. Candidates must meet the chapter's expectations for Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character and receive approval through the established WASD review process.

Requirements for Current NHS Members

Induction into NHS is the beginning of a student's membership responsibilities. Current members are expected to continue demonstrating the four pillars throughout their membership.

To maintain membership during the 2026–2027 school year, current NHS members must:
· Complete 30 or more documented service hours.
· Participate in at least ONE service project offered by the NHS Club during the 2026–2027 school year.
· Continue to meet the expectations of Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character.
· Maintain satisfactory standing following review by the WASD Committee.
· Follow all NHS chapter and school expectations throughout the school year.