Personal Narrative: The Four Pillars Of The National Honor Society

The National Honor Society is based on four pillars, which are, Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character. In some ways, I have already shown three of these pillars in my first two years of high school. However, there are several other ways in which I plan to lead my school, serve my community, and build my character, during my final years of high school.
As I have mentioned, there are some ways that I have already shown leadership, service, and built my character during my first two years at Parkway South. For the past two years, I have played field hockey for the Patriots. Field hockey has built my character by teaching me the importance of teamwork and collaboration. Additionally, last year, I was chosen as the team captain which strengthened my leadership skills. I have also shown the pillar of service for the past two years through my work with Special Olympics. I …show more content…
One way I plan to demonstrate leadership and service is through volunteering to be a sixth grade camp counselor. Counseling middle schoolers would not only improve my responsibility, but it would also be another way that I plan to serve my community and demonstrate leadership. Another way I plan to build character and lead is to join Link Crew during my junior and senior years. I remember my Link Crew leaders during my freshman year and they were very helpful and informative. I also hope to be same positive role model for incoming freshman who are nervous or have questions. Through work such as being a sixth grade camp counselor and a Link Crew leader, I plan to lead younger students and be an influential role model. I plan to lead my school and community to ensure that the future generations of Parkway South students are well-prepared and kind. Lastly, through this work, I plan to build my own character and make myself a better