Scholarship is…  a commitment to learning;  demonstrating an interest in attaining knowledge and wisdom; ◦ not arguing for points or extra credit  A cumulative.

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Transcript Scholarship is…  a commitment to learning;  demonstrating an interest in attaining knowledge and wisdom; ◦ not arguing for points or extra credit  A cumulative.

Scholarship is…
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a commitment to learning;
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demonstrating an interest in attaining knowledge and wisdom;
◦ not arguing for points or extra credit
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A cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above must be attained to be
considered for membership in the NHS;
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All members must retain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above each
year, to remain a member in good standing of the National Honor
Society!
Leadership
Leadership Project
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Test of your ability to motivate and inspire others
to perform a service and/or to complete a task;
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Conceive, organize, recruit volunteers and carry
out a project serving others;
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One leadership project required per year of all
members;
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may collaborate with several members on large project;
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See essay question #3 on “Information Sheet”;
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If not officer/captain, in what ways do you
demonstrate leadership?
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In school, church, community, nation, world;
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see brochure for ideas/examples.
Character
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Demonstrates the highest
standards of honesty and
reliability;
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Exemplifies fairness,
cooperativeness, ethics, and
tolerance;
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See no. 8 on “Information
Sheet”;
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See brochure for ideas.
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NHS operates on the honor
system!
Service
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An act of helpful activity!
22 hours of volunteer service
required of all members each
year;
7 of 22 hours devoted to
serving Central High School;
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Leaf raking service project a
requirement of all members!
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Looking for a diverse selection
involving school, community,
church, nation, world;
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See brochure for ideas and
examples.
 Two recommendation forms from CLC staff members:
Teachers, counselors, advisors, coaches, etc…
Schedule a time to meet for a conversation to request
recommendation forms;
Never request such via email!!
must be returned by the due date!
Consult “letter of recommendation protocol” on NHS
web site!
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Read instructions on “Information Sheet”;
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Must provide details of activities, not just a list of
them;
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What specific role did you play in any
event/activity?
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For how long/often have you been involved in
any event/activity?
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Sell yourself without being too ego-centered;
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Better to explain with much detail than to leave things
unanswered;
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Looking for evidence of involvement throughout life;
include elementary, junior, and high school activities;
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Re-type each question (including essays) and then
respond;
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Proofread - no grammar, spelling or punctuation errors!
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MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE DUE DATE!