The seven character attributes of NTHS are:

• Skill

  • Skill is the use of knowledge to develop great ability and expertness necessary to make a positive difference in a particular occupational field.

• Honesty

  • Honesty is the quality of being truthful, trustworthy, and fair with everyone while at work or play.

• Service

  • Service is giving assistance and being ready and able to provide a helpful and useful act.

• Responsibility

  • Responsibility involves the ability to act without guidance or superior authority and being answerable for your action.

• Scholarship

  • Scholarship is the distinctive mark of one who has mastered an area of learning, as reflected in the quality of his/her work, especially with respect to scope, thoroughness, and care.

• Citizenship

  • Citizenship is being entitled with full civil rights and exercising the duties, rights, and privileges of this status. 

• Leadership

  • Leadership is the responsibility of serving as a guiding force, and directing the way by going first with courage and confidence.

These attributes are designed to empower members and foster their development in areas essential for success in their future careers.