Reynoldsburg High School National Honor Society

Character
A student who has received an in-school or out-of-school suspension, violated the law, or has been caught violating the
Academic Code of Integrity cannot be eligible for induction on his/her first opportunity. The student will be considered for the
next induction if he/she has not had any further violations.
NO substantiated incidents of breaking school or community rules/laws.
o Examples include:
Cheating, fighting, out of school suspension, Wednesday school, skipping, etc.
Students must select two separate qualities for character and provide a specific example(s) as to how they have met each
of the character standards. BOTH examples must come from the school setting. The students must have each of the
character standards they have selected verified by the school personnel. Students cannot use family members to verify this
information.
Under the National Honor Society guidelines a student is considered to have acceptable character standards if he/she exercises
the following qualities: PICK TWO SEPARATE QUALITIES AND PLACE THE TITLE IN THE QUALITY BOX
Takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously
Consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of behavior
Upholds principles of morality and ethics
Cooperates by complying with school regulations concerning property, programs, office, halls, etc.
Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reliability
Shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others
Follows the Academic Code of Integrity and all school rules
Actively helps rid the school of bad influences
Leadership
Leadership Positions (minimum of 2)
o Examples include:
Team captain, club officer, committee chairperson, etc.
Raised funds, increased membership, ran monthly meetings, etc.
Character must be verified
by an administrator.
Students must select two separate qualities for leadership and provide a specific example(s) as to how they have met
each of the leadership standards. NO more than one example can come from outside the school setting. The students must
have each of the leadership standards they have selected verified by the school personnel, or, if using an example outside the
school setting, an adult who can attest to these statements. Students cannot use family members to verify this information.
Under the National Honor Society guidelines a student is considered to have acceptable leadership standards if he/she
exercises the following qualities: PICK TWO SEPARATE QUALITIES AND PLACE THE TITLE IN THE QUALITY BOX
Is resourceful in proposing new solutions to problems and making suggestions
Exercises positive influence on peers in upholding school ideals
Is able to delegate responsibilities
Exemplifies positive attitudes
Inspires positive behavior in others
Demonstrates academic initiative
Successfully holds school and/or community offices or positions of responsibility, conducts business efficiently and
effectively and is reliable and dependable without prodding
Demonstrates leadership in the classroom, at work, and in school or community activities
Is dependable in any responsibility accepted