As an adviser, I’ve always felt that I am not the driver of our National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS) chapter. Instead, I’m more like the bumper making sure that everyone is safe and then covering everything as an administrator. I let my students direct the path that our chapter takes in the way of service projects because I want the projects that we do to […]
Category: Student Voice and Agency
How Our NEHS Chapter Supports Students Experiencing Stress and Anxiety
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When Student Voice Increased Our CTE Offerings
Several years ago, I believed our middle school elective program was meeting student needs. We offered band, choir, art, computers, and physical education. These are programs adults traditionally view as well-rounded and sufficient. When I asked students what they wanted from electives, I expected requests for better materials or more variety within those same offerings.
Getting Your Honor Society Ready for Spring Inductions
Spring induction season is a time of celebration and reflection. It’s when chapters honor students for their academic excellence and welcome new members to their school’s NHS chapter. For advisers, it’s also a rewarding opportunity to recognize scholarship, service, leadership, and character in action.
Insights Into Peer Supports From the National Student Council
A recent publication by the Partnership for Student Success (PSS) at the Johns Hopkins University Everyone Graduates Center highlights several models for how high school students can be meaningfully involved in support roles that foster success for both those giving and receiving support. After all, peer influence is a powerful driver of student engagement and […]
The Giving Tree
I’ve always dreaded winter break. While my classmates looked forward to family celebrations, I prepared for loneliness. The absence of a “normal” family weighed heavily on me, a quiet ache I carried this time of the year. Christmas, once magical in my childhood, slowly lost its warmth the older I got, leaving only reminders of […]
Advocating for My Sister With National Student Council on Capitol Hill
Growing up with a little sister with Down syndrome has meant seeing both the beauty and the flaws in how our society treats people with special needs. From watching her cry at home and repeating, “I have no friends,” to watching her face light up when she is with friends who truly accept her, I […]
5 Tips to Encourage Students to Apply for the NJHS Outstanding Achievement Award
Each year, NJHS recognizes 500 middle level students for their commitment to the five pillars of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship through the Outstanding Achievement Award (OAA). The students selected receive a $500 college savings plan to support their educational aspirations.
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Meet a 2025 NHS Chapter Pillar Award Winner
Each year, NASSP recognizes around 200 NHS and NJHS chapters with Pillar Awards for embracing Honor Society core values. There are five award categories: Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Character, and Overall Excellence. Winners receive a digital recognition package, including a seal for their chapter website.
NHS Chapter Essentials for Every Milestone
Running an NHS chapter is an exciting responsibility—but it also comes with a lot of moving pieces. Whether you’re preparing for inductions, celebrating senior achievements, or recognizing student leadership throughout the year, having the right tools on hand makes everything smoother. Here are a few chapter essentials every adviser should keep stocked:
4 Reasons to Engage in Student Council This Year
Ever since my election last spring to the National Student Council, I’ve met some amazing people from our officers’ team, our fantastic state representatives, and our national advisers from NASSP, Ann Postlewaite and Taryn Erminio. However, getting to this point and being able to experience these opportunities is something I would have never imagined for […]