FAQ

When and where are meetings held? How long do they last?

Meetings are held monthly on the first Tuesday of the month after school, or the first Wednesday before school. (If meeting times or the places are changed, you will be notified in advance by the officers.) A typical meeting usually lasts approximately 30-45 minutes.

If I miss a meeting, what should I do?

Make-up meetings are held the next morning after regular NHS meetings. Make-up meetings begin at 7 AM, and doors will be locked at 7:10 AM. Members who miss the Tuesday meeting must present a valid excuse through the absence form, even if they plan to attend the make-up meeting. Members who do not submit the absence form or who miss the meeting will receive a SAC. Only two excused absences are allowed per semester. Members will be placed on probation after 3 unexcused absences per year. Acceptable excuses include doctors' notes and school sponsor notes but are subject to the sponsors' discretion. For extenuating circumstances, talk to the NHS sponsors.

What is a SAC, and what does it mean if I get one?

A SAC is a penalty for NHS members who fail to fulfill their obligations. After two SACs, you will receive a warning letter in school. Members who receive more than two SACs per semester will be on probation and must speak to the Faculty Advisory Committee to determine the nature of their probation.  Generally, students placed on probation must complete an additional 5 service hours the next semester to get off of probation status.

How do you get a SAC?

• Not participating in the NHS Service Project

• Missing a regular meeting and the make-up meeting without bringing an acceptable excuse note

• Not completing and turning in the required service hours ON TIME

• Not paying dues ON TIME

• Fraudulent hours/Forged signatures

Team/Individual Service Projects

What is a TSP/ISP?

A TSP is an opportunity for NHS members to exercise the four pillars of NHS with their own creative freedom. Members will be able to create their own service project that benefits the community in some way whether it be a book drive or a bake sale. If interested, you must put in the work and dedication to properly execute your idea. Requirements include to: write a proposal, document your project, and then write a final report.

Why do a TSP/ISP?

TSP is the perfect opportunity to personally get involved in the community. It will help you gain experience as a leader for any possible officer positions (NHS officer maybe?) and general life skills. Other perks include definitely looking good on a resume, and it will contribute a good amount towards your hour requirement.

​YES, let's do this! Now what?

First, you should look over the guidelines in order to get a better idea of what to do. Next, organize your ideas and write a proposal. Only 15 groups may start a TSP, and there may be no more than 6 people per group. Once your proposal is approved, put in the work to properly execute your TSP. Always remember to make it beneficial for your community. In the midst of all your hard work remember to document your project. Lastly, write a final report. If you work in conjunction with another organization or for another organization, please take an extra step and have them fill out a final evaluation.

Proposal

If you want to start a TSP/ISP, please fill out the proposal form for the officers to review. Do NOT begin a TSP/ISP without officer and sponsor approval.