The National Honor Society (NHS)
Established in 1921
The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)
Established in 1929
"The National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) are the nation's premier organizations established to recognize outstanding high school and middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NHS and NJHS serve to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character (and Citizenship for NJHS). These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings in 1921 and 1929."
"Today, it is estimated that more than one million students participate in activities of the NHS and NJHS. NHS and NJHS chapters are found in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, many U.S. Territories, and Canada. Chapter membership not only recognizes students for their accomplishments, but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service."
If your school does not currently have a chapter and you are interested in starting one, then please contact the National Organization Headquarters at:
NHS & NJHS
1904 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191
Phone: (703)860-0200
Fax:(703)860-3422
http://www.nhs.us/s_nhs/index.asp
Membership:
"Information on how to set up a new chapter*, affiliate with the national office, benefits of affiliation, annual renewal procedures, adviser ID cards, updating adviser names and school name and address data, and other general administrative information regarding your NHS or NJHS chapter's affiliation with the national office."
