National Honor Society Entrance Essay
After doing some research on the National Honor Society, I learned that one must demonstrate the qualities of scholarship, leadership, character, and service in order to be considered for membership into the National Honor Society. Therefore, by showing that I possess each of these four qualities, I can contribute to the Saints John Neumann and Maria Goretti Catholic High School community as a member of the National Honor Society. As a candidate for membership into the National Honor Society, I already possess the quality of scholarship. I have received First Honors every quarter since 1st grade, and I earned an average of 95.5 or greater each year. I maintain my high average in school while working two days a week, attending cheerleading practice two days a week, and participating in other activities. Also, I have been taking all honors courses while in high school, and this year I have elected to take two AP courses. While an elementary student at Epiphany of Our Lord School, I participated in the Academic Challenge in 7th and 8th grade, and in the Mathletes Competition in 8th grade. Both of these competitions were held at St. Maria Goretti High School. Our team placed first in the Academic Challenge both years, and second in
For my three years in high school, I was chosen to be the Activities Representative for my homeroom. This is not only a leadership role, but also a responsibility, in that it is my job to pick up the homeroom folder everyday, and to make sure my classmates are aware of important information. This was a very important leadership position in that it was our job to lead and guide the team, and we were in charge of leading the squad at games and competitions. Such character is necessary in order to be a member of the National Honor Society. As I mentioned previously, I am a part of the Parish Youth Committee at Epiphany Parish, whose main goal is to better serve the people of my parish. This summer, Father Pidgeon, Pastor of Epiphany Parish, selected me as one of four board members of the new Parish Youth Committee. I also participate in clubs such as the Ambassador's Club and CSC. Whether it was helping my mother in the school kitchen or assisting at school functions, I always helped out when needed. Whether tutoring a student, volunteering at school functions, participating in school activities, or simply being a model student, I will wear my National Honor Society ribbon with pride, and I will demonstrate the qualities of scholarship, leadership, character and service at all times. In high school, I offered my time during freshman and sophomore years to decorate for Spirit Week and the Soph Hop. In conclusion, I feel that possessing the qualities of scholarship, leadership, character, and service show that I can contribute to the Saints John Neumann and Maria Goretti High School community as a member of the National Honor Society. With regard to service, I have always enjoyed giving of my time to help others. Keller General Excellence Award, and many other academic achievements while in elementary school. In 7th grade, I was chosen to participate in a leadership program at Merion Mercy Academy.
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