National Honor Society Four Pillars

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The four pillars of National Honor Society are the things that set a part the hard working students from the ones who don't care. Scholarship is the way that I am able to really stand out and show people how hard I am willing to work to achieve my goals. This helps me develop good studying patterns and really push to be better. The pillar service has helped mold me into someone who is caring and understanding. I feel that I have become such a better person through service. I am currently a volunteer at the hospital in my town and have felt the amazing joy that comes from helping others even without receiving anything in return. Sometimes it is easier to see the good in life when you are completely humble and working to help others instead of

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