PHS National Honor Society Induction Ceremony

by Olivia Menold

National Honor Society (NHS) recognizes outstanding high school students who demonstrate good character, leadership, and a GPA of 3.5 or higher. This year at Princeville High School, 47 junior and senior students were recognized on October 25th at the Princeville National Honor Society Induction Ceremony.

At this year's induction ceremony, NHS sponsors Elizabeth Quinn and Devin Cendejas spoke on the history of the organization followed by a speech by NHS president Alyssa Headley. The juniors were then inducted into National Honor Society by lighting a candle from the torch of knowledge and reciting a pledge. Two new members, Tyus Hunt and Emily Down, also gave speeches. New inductees were then awarded a certificate and pin.

“The ceremony is special because it shows how we are all united as one group of people wanting to accomplish positive goals together,” said junior inductee Saige Schock.

Many students join National Honor Society to help with college applications, getting a job, to become a better leader, and build new relationships with other student leaders.

“I joined because it looks good for college,” said senior NHS member Tasha Streitmatter. “Colleges want someone who has leadership skills and is involved in their school.”

A lot of PHS students joined National Honor Society to learn new skills that they can use in the future. After being inducted, the students are now members of NHS and can participate in activities that give back to the community where they learn those skills.

“I just help out wherever I can. I did the bake sale at the football game and just little things for community service,” said Streitmatter.

“So far this year, we have put together and delivered Thanksgiving baskets to families in our district,” said NHS president Alyssa Headley. “Also we put on a student-faculty volleyball game that helped raise money for the grocery items that are in the Thanksgiving baskets.”

Members would encourage other students to consider applying for National Honor Society when they become juniors.

“People should join National Honors Society to give back to their community and gather with people with the same integrity,” said Schock.

“I would recommend being a part of NHS to anyone who will be committed and determined to doing their part to help the community,” said Streitmatter.