National Honor Society
Edison High School Milan Oh
Purpose
The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921.
All National Honor Society members must demonstrate that they have met requirements in each of the pillars of Character, Scholarship, Leadership, and Service to become members of NHS. The club promotes these traits and encourages students to be well-rounded in their academic and extra-curricular activities.
Membership
Juniors and Seniors at Edison High School are eligible for membership.
In order to become a member of the Edison High School Chapter of the National Honor Society, candidates must meet the following criteria:
Scholarship:
Candidates must have a 3.750 cumulative GPA to be considered for NHS induction
Service:
Candidates have the responsibility of choosing and participating in an individual service project that reflects his or her personal talents and interests. Candidates must complete a minimum of 5 hours for each year of high school of approved service to be considered for NHS induction.
Leadership:
Candidates must demonstrate their leadership qualities and interest in the school by completing an activity checklist. A candidate must receive at least 35 points on the checklist to be considered for NHS induction.
Character:
The character of the candidate will be evaluated by the teachers and staff of Edison High School. Each faculty member will be given the opportunity recommend or not recommend a student for membership. The final decision will be given to the National Honor Society Faculty Council and the school principal.
In addition, a candidate must be a member of the junior or senior class and have been in attendance at Edison High School for the equivalent of one semester. Some candidates may be ineligible for induction because of the semester ruling. Many students, including students of military parents, are required to move with parents or guardians who have transferred for their work. The present school principal will seek a recommendation from the previous school principal pursuant to the candidate’s selection. Based on the recommendation of the previous principal, the faculty council may waive the semester regulation.
Class of 2024
Class of 2025
Highlights
The Edison High School chapter of National Honor Society was chartered in 1958. Each year senior members take on a service project. In years past students have organized book drives, teacher appreciation weeks, monthly random acts of kindness and a giving tree at Christmas. Members have also served as a student committee for the school's PBIS program and helped to brighten up the school by painting classroom walls.
Officers and Advisor
For the 2023-2024 school year, the officers of National Honor Society are:
President - Samuel McClester
Vice-President - Noah Proctor
Treasurer - Victoria Metz
Secretary - Lillian Kreglow
For the 2024-2025 school year, the officers of National Honor Society are:
President - Maylie Weilnau
Vice-President - Zach Rang
Treasurer -Ingril Berckmueller
Secretary - Mia Martin
The advisor for the Edison Chapter of NHS is Mrs. Amy Facemire