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The Science National Honor Society (SNHS) was established in 2000 to offer talented students awards for achievement, encourage a pursuit in the study of science, engineering, and mathematics in college, and provide new, innovative, and unique programs to enhance skills. It also provides opportunities for students to better understand the importance of integrity, creativity, and leadership in the modern world of scientific research, business, and academia. Objectives of the SNHS include encouraging participation in and recognition of scientific and intellectual thought, advancing student knowledge of classical and modern science, communicating with the scientific community, aiding the civic community with its comprehension of science, and encouraging students to participate in community service.
Advisor: Jeremy Lewis - jlewis@lexington1.net
Advantages to membership:
Advantages to membership:
Community Involvement
Enhanced Resume
More Competitive Scholarship Applications
Positive Peer Relationships
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I join SNHS?
Students become eligible to apply for SNHS after the fall semester of their sophomore year. Additionally, students must have attended KHS for at least one semester. Student will be considered official members in their Junior and Senior years.
How do I join?
To join SNHS, students must complete an application, meeting the requirements delineated. To be considered by the Chapter Advisors, the application must be turned in on time and have followed all of the instructions. The Chapter Advisors have final determination in the selection of members after reviewing the application.
What are the requirements?
All students must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Students must have taken at least one honors course in their freshman or sophomore year. Students must be planning to take at least one AP/Dual/Honors course their junior and senior year. A member must have an unweighted 3.5 Science GPA
How can I earn participation points?
Participation must be earned in science related school and community participation. The majority of these should be done in official SNHS activities, lectures, and meetings. A student can earn service for participation in science related community, civic, and school clubs and organizations but must seek approval from Chapter Advisors and Chapter Officers for the hours to count. Additionally, participation hours can be earned for participating in volunteer projects run by that are science related, once again per approval of Officers and Advisors. For more specifics, please speak to the Chapter Advisors or the Chapter Officers.
If I don't get in the first time, may I apply again?
Yes, students may continue to apply each calendar year through their senior year. Students not selected for membership are sent a notice identifying the areas where they should work to improve.
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