Category:  2015–16

End-of-Year High Fives Some of you are well into your summer break and others are still counting the days or hours until you head out for a well-deserved respite. For all your work to celebrate the achievement and support the success of your chapter members this year, we say “Thank you!” NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Do...

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT We're not sure what's louder—the collective sigh of relief as the end of another academic year approaches or the thunderous applause over the many accomplishments of your chapter and members. There are many congratulatory and "thank you" messages to share. So here we go... NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS NHS Scholarship Winners Announced The NHS...

Spring Into Action This season is full of anticipation and events, from prom and graduation planning to outdoor chapter service projects. You and your school community are likely very busy. We appreciate the many hats you’re wearing as teachers and activity advisers during this time of year. NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Registration Set to Open for...

Right Here, Right Now That’s the theme for this year’s National Student Leadership Week (NSLW), April 17–23, and we can’t wait to see how your chapter members will respond. From random acts of kindness to projects that can have an immediate impact, we look forward to seeing the inspiring interpretations of this theme on social...

Politics Aside, What Have Our Forefathers Taught Us? This month, the legacy of our nation’s leaders is celebrated with Presidents Day. It’s a great time to begin—or put the finishing touches on—your chapter’s plans for this year’s National Student Leadership Week, coming up in April. Who knows? You or a chapter member may make history!...

Welcome to the first Honor Society News of 2016! As the nation celebrates the accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and his focus on service, it is fitting that the National Honor Societies have so many awards and programs that offer members, advisers, and chapters an opportunity to be recognized for their service achievements....

HOW DID IT GET SO LATE SO SOON? Dr. Seuss’ question seems timely and appropriate with the end of the calendar year quickly approaching. With many schools closing for winter and holiday break, we’d like to wish you all safe travels and an enjoyable time with family and friends. NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS NEW! Help for...

REACHING OUT Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, holiday-themed activities…this time of year chapters are engaged in so much outreach. So we’re reaching out to you and want to know: What unique service projects has your chapter undertaken? Please tell us by submitting your project to the National Student Project Database, emailing [email protected] with a short project description...

NEW BEGINNINGS For many chapters, the selection of new members for the 2015–16 school year is well underway. The online Adviser Resource Center’s “Selecting Members” section offers lots of guidance, customizable documents, and even a video to help you through the process. We hope the addition of new members—bringing their ideas and interests—helps your chapter...

GEARING UP We hope your academic year is off to a great start. We know that many chapters are entering a season of change in their chapter leadership—whether due to new advisers or new officers assuming their positions. We extend a special welcome to all who are new to chapter leadership and hope that the...