Being selected to this nationally recognized organization is one of the highest honors bestowed on a high school student.The National Honor Society strives to recognize the whole student. Membership acceptance is based upon a student'soutstanding performance in the areas of: scholarship, service, leadership, andcharacter

A student is never inducted simply because of high academic average. The National Honor Society strives to recognize the student as a whole. The SW Honor Societychapter enforces selection rules as established by the national organization.

Membership, however, is more than an honor roll. Members have the responsibility and obligation to demonstrate the outstanding qualities thatresulted in your selection.

Your membership carries a responsibility to the chapter. For our chapter to be effective and meaningful, each member must become involved. You must fulfill your service obligations by participation in our chapter projects.You are expected to attend a monthly meeting.

The NHS Southwest Chapter has worked hard to bring the accomplishmentsof outstanding students to the attention of parents, teachers, peers, and community. To become a member you must take the pledge of membership and sign the membership section of the NHS Constitution.  

The officers of the Southwest Chapter will monitor your participationin the activities and meetings of the chapter. They may recommend your removal to the Faculty Committee if you do not meet expectations for participation inthe chapter. 

 Selection Process:

To be eligible to apply to join NHS, candidates must have a cumulative GPA of around 3.5. Your application must be completed in full in order for your application to be considered. Applications are due on or before Wednesday, November 30, 2010.

All SW staff members will be given notification of your request to become a NHS member. Your application will not be considered, if two or more staff members reply that you have demonstrated poor character in the classroom. Board members and two faculty advisors will review your application and make the final decision regarding admission, depending upon a majority vote. The voting council will consider completeness of application, quality of writing sample and teacher input on character. The voting faculty committee makes the final decision.  There is no process for appeal.

Important dates:

November 17: Application form will be available on the SW NHS website.

December 23: Application materials due. No late applicationswill be accepted.

After January 9: An announcement of acceptance will be posted on the NHS bulletinboard.

January 19: Induction Ceremony anddessert reception for new members. You will become an official member ofthe Southwest Chapter of the National Honor Society only after completing the induction. The ceremony is formal, so dress accordingly. Parents and families are invited to attend the event.  We applaud you for your academic excellence and important service.

 Application Information:

• List activities in order of importance to you.
• Your parents may not sign for any of your activities.
• Include activities from 6th grade to the present (only).
• If you are unable to get a signature, explain the circumstances.
• Attach your two-question essay to the application form.

For more info contact the advisor Robert Rees in room E116 or email him at rj.rees@mpls.k12.mn.us