National Honor Society is an organization that recognizes students that have excelled in scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Being a part of National Honor Society is very important to me because it will further strengthen my qualities of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. I also believe National Honor Society will prepare me for college, and live my most productive life. One of the four main pillars of National Honor Society is scholarship. Throughout high school, I have strived to get good grades.…
My most meaningful achievement is becoming an Upward Bound scholar. Without Upward Bound I don't know where I would be in life because Upward Bound helps me with everything in life. This has influenced my life tremendously. It has taught me so much and helped me so much that's words can not even begin to explain it all. TRIO…
I am Gary Yanez Jr., a Hispanic-American college student born in Laredo, Texas. I come from a below average income family who is striving to get the best education out there possible. My family’s blood strives only for the best. In my time in high school, I was really devoted and involved in extracurricular activities. I was part of my high school’s football team for four years.…
National Honor Society members have to represent the four pillars: scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Being a member of the NHS has given me the opportunity to learn and apply these pillars to my everyday life. I believe that I have demonstrated the four pillars through my high school experience. My academic studies are my primary focus. I always strive to do the best that I can do to achieve the highest grades possible so that I can stand out amongst my peers.…
The National Honors Society is a wonderful opportunity for me, both as a student and a person. I strongly believe that the true purpose of the National Honors Society is to identify and recognize students who have shown great ability in scholarship, leadership, character, and service. As an NHS member, I will not only continue in building my strengths in being a leader as well as showing great character, but excel in every other aspect shown in great students. I have played the role of a leader as quarterback for my football team from seventh grade to sophomore year.…
Scholarship, leadership, character, and service has shaped me to the person I am today. Today, I am involved in my community, top ten student, and a leader in my school. Although, this would have occurred without the four pillars of National Honor Society. As a child, I wanted to be a member of the National Honor Society but it was only a dream. Shortly after I had imagined myself as a member, my parents had passed away in a car accident.…
Over the past several years I have strived not only to prove myself but to improve myself. The journey has taught me what it takes to become a successful student in and out of the classroom. With my experiences, I will be a beneficial member to National Honor Society through; my character, scholarship, leadership and service. An important characteristic trait to me is not about being recognized when doing good but doing good when others are not around.…
Why I should be in National Honor Society I am very honored to be even considered to be in National Honor Society. This has been a dream of mine since 8th grade. This shows that hard work does pay off. So I hope that my reason for believing why I belong in National Honor Society are enough to believe that also.…
The National Honor Society serves as a symbol of excellence to the student body of South Effingham High School. As a hard-working, goal-oriented individual, I feel that being a member of the National Honor Society would greatly benefit my character and scholastic abilities. After graduating from high school, I plan to attend the University of Georgia, and later Emory University to attain a degree in orthopedic surgery. I would then like to establish my own practice. As an orthopedic surgeon, I will work with the utmost care to help those who need my expertise.…
Additionally, I also serve my school as being the Vice President of my school’s French club, in which I have served for two terms, and also being my school’s former sophomore class president. I would consider these major accomplishments in my life because I have worked hard and made several sacrifices in order to achieve them. Though I still managed to…
One of my achievements I am most proud of is getting all A’s and A-‘s this year and getting on honor roll. I learned from these experiences that if I work really hard, people will be very proud and it can really pay off now and in the…
The Honors College Program at UIC gives students the chance to further develop and implement their knowledge and principles. If given the opportunity to join this community, I intend to make the best of the learning environment by contributing my organizational skills, dedication, and enthusiasm. I am extremely optimistic that the Honors College will help to fulfill my dream of becoming a….. Dedicating myself towards scholastic excellence will be my top priority at the Honors College. This entails upholding my grades, as well as further developing and implementing the knowledge that I obtain.…
However, after many years of seeing participation awards, many people are rethinking the benefits. For example, a sixth grader form New Jersey has many trophies, but admitted “I’m not actually so good at sports.” Some people may feel that it builds a child’s self-esteem if everyone gets an award, but kids know they are getting the award because everybody is getting one. Some people also express in the article “Should Everyone get a Prize” that a trophy is one way to encourage a child's efforts. However, the article “Losing Is Good For You” explains that in order to improve a child's self-image it is helpful to develop their abilities as an athlete.…
My Work Thus Far Since I am in the Health & Human Services Institute, and this being my first year at Gulfport High, I have never had the opportunity to acquire any personal accolades as a CAB student. However, in the past I have been acknowledged for a handful of achievements I happen to take much pride in. A number of these achievements I speak of are somewhat personal, and may have only been recognized by my self conscious. Nevertheless I plan on sharing each of them with you.…
Monty is a student and when his computer crashes. He left a single paper copy of his thesis. Frightened of losing it, he immediately rushes out to photocopy it. Only to stumble and drop it down a great searching the basement of the building he discovers that it has been found by Simon, a squatter. Simon makes a deal with Monty for every day’s accommodation and food that Monty gives him.…