In order to be considered for membership in Rho Kappa candidates must:

• have been in attendance at the school for at least one semester;

• be entering 12th grade;

• have completed two core social studies courses and be prepared to complete at least three courses; 

• have an overall cumulative weighted GPA of 4.0 or the numerical equivalent and must have a weighted GPA of 4.0 for Social Studies;

• complete an application with a statement of intent that shows involvement in civic engagement in our school and/or community;

• demonstrate and continue to maintain appropriate standards of conduct that would be expected from an Honor Society member; 

• provide three teacher references; two of which must be from social studies;

• desire to be a member of Rho Kappa.

To continue their membership, candidates must:

• attend all chapter meetings;

• perform a minimum of (10) service hours.

Service hours include, but are not limited to:

• Peer Tutors

• Historical Organizations 

• Campaigns 

• Community Organizations 

• Bulletin Boards

• Teacher Assistants

• Donation Drives