About Our NHS Chapter
Learn about our mission, the four pillars of NHS, and the dedicated students who make up the Grand Valley High School National Honor Society chapter.
The Grand Valley High School chapter of the National Honor Society serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character.
Our chapter is committed to creating enthusiastic learners, responsible citizens, and ethical leaders who will contribute positively to their communities and society as a whole. We believe in fostering academic excellence while developing character and encouraging meaningful service to others.
Scholarship
Academic excellence and love of learning
Leadership
Inspiring and guiding others
Service
Commitment to community betterment
Character
Integrity and ethical behavior
Dr. Paige Morabito
NHS Faculty Advisor
The National Honor Society was established in 1921 by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). Today, it is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students.
More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
Did you know? NHS has more than 1 million students in over 24,000 chapters worldwide, making it one of the oldest and most prestigious academic honor societies.
How to Join NHS
Understanding the selection process and requirements
High Academic Honor
Cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher
Four Pillars Required
Service, Leadership, and Character are equally important as Scholarship
Membership is a Privilege
Not a right - invitation to be a candidate for selection
Selection Process
Not an application or election - candidates are evaluated
Academic Eligibility
Students with 3.75+ cumulative GPA are identified
Candidate Information Form
Eligible students complete detailed form sharing Leadership, Service, and Character examples
Faculty Input & Records Review
Teachers provide input on character and discipline records are reviewed
Faculty Council Deliberation
Five-member council evaluates all four pillars equally
Selection Decision
Students are notified of selection results
Candidate Information Form
This is your opportunity to share specific examples of how you demonstrate Leadership, Service, and Character. Be thorough and provide concrete examples with details.
Faculty Input Matters
Teachers across all departments provide feedback about your character, leadership, and service. Your daily interactions and behavior in all classes are important.
All Pillars Are Equal
While a 3.75 GPA gets you considered, Leadership, Service, and Character are weighted equally with Scholarship in the final decision.
It's Competitive
Meeting minimum requirements doesn't guarantee selection. The Faculty Council looks for students who excel in all four pillars.
What the Faculty Council Evaluates
- • Cumulative GPA 3.75+
- • Consistent academic performance
- • Intellectual curiosity
- • Love of learning
- • Initiative and responsibility
- • Positive influence on peers
- • Officer positions in clubs/sports
- • Problem-solving abilities
- • Volunteer work in community
- • Helping others without recognition
- • School service activities
- • Commitment to making a difference
- • Honesty and integrity
- • Respectful behavior
- • Positive discipline record
- • Reliable and trustworthy
NHS membership is by invitation only. Students who meet the academic threshold will be invited to complete the Candidate Information Form. This is not an application process - it's a selection process where the Faculty Council evaluates your demonstration of all four pillars.
The Faculty Council consists of five faculty members who review each candidate's information, faculty input, and discipline records. They look for students who not only excel academically but also demonstrate consistent leadership, meaningful service, and strong character.
Questions about the selection process? Contact your school counselor or reach out to Dr. Morabito at pmorabito@gvsd.orgfor more information about NHS at Grand Valley High School.
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