Frequently Asked Questions
1. What GPA must I maintain to remain a member of Salem's NHS?
From the NHS contract: "I agree to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.600 and understand that failure to do so for two consecutive semesters will result in referral to the faculty council for dismissal."
2. What action(s) will have me dismissed from NHS?
Examples of situations that may be considered by the Faculty Council for possible dismissal include but are not limited to the following: Cheating/Plagiarism of academic work, criminal activity and/or charges resulting from, disreputable behavior including: forgery, theft, destruction of property, misrepresentation of character, flagrant and/or excessive violation of school rules.
3. What is the disciplinary process for NHS?
Within 5 school days of receiving written concerns, the Faculty Council shall meet to discuss allegations against the member. They will determine an appropriate action which may include a warning, an assigned probationary period, increase in the assigned number of service hours or dismissal from the organization.
4. What types of volunteer activities count towards hours?
Any activity you do that benefits the community, and that you do not get paid for, counts as community service. Band practice, sports practice, and activities required for band/sports/etc. do not count for the NHS, though they can count for IB requirements. Questions about specific activities should be directed to Mrs. Coe.
5. What is the minimum hours of volunteer hours I must complete?
You are expected to fulfill a minimum of 20 hours of community service for the year. These hours must be documented on the volunteer hours form (found under the service page) and turned into Mrs. Coe by the stated deadline.
6. How much are dues and when are they due?
Dues are $10 each year and paid to a sponsor in the fall. For newly initiated members, your dues of $10 need to be paid with 2 weeks of being initiated. If there are extenuating circumstances which prevent you from paying, please see Ms. George.
7. What are the dues for?
The dues pay for the Salem NHS to be affiliated with the National Honor Society organization, the cost of the fall induction ceremony and reception, contributions to school service activities, and other club activities.
8. I have just been initiated (congrats! ) Now what..?
Be sure that you and your parents submit a signed membership contract to one of the club sponsors which outlines the expectations for membership in the NHS. Then, submit your dues of $10 to a sponsor.
9. When are meetings?
Meetings are held Thursdays at 7:30 am in the SHS auditorium. There are approximately five meetings each year, and they will be announced on the homepage and communicated via Remind.
10. What happens if I miss a meeting or if I'm late?
If you miss two meetings (two tardies count as an absence), you will be referred to the faculty council for possible dismissal. An excuse for an absence must be presented to a sponsor within 48 hours of the meeting. If you come to school on the day of a scheduled NHS meeting and do not attend the meeting, only excuses for medical, dental, orthodontic, etc appointments will be accepted. Students with a first period study hall are not excused from meetings because they check in after first period.
11. What if I cannot attend a meeting?
If you cannot attend a meeting, please see Mrs. Harless, Mrs. Johnson, or Ms. George.
From the NHS contract: "I agree to maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.600 and understand that failure to do so for two consecutive semesters will result in referral to the faculty council for dismissal."
2. What action(s) will have me dismissed from NHS?
Examples of situations that may be considered by the Faculty Council for possible dismissal include but are not limited to the following: Cheating/Plagiarism of academic work, criminal activity and/or charges resulting from, disreputable behavior including: forgery, theft, destruction of property, misrepresentation of character, flagrant and/or excessive violation of school rules.
3. What is the disciplinary process for NHS?
Within 5 school days of receiving written concerns, the Faculty Council shall meet to discuss allegations against the member. They will determine an appropriate action which may include a warning, an assigned probationary period, increase in the assigned number of service hours or dismissal from the organization.
4. What types of volunteer activities count towards hours?
Any activity you do that benefits the community, and that you do not get paid for, counts as community service. Band practice, sports practice, and activities required for band/sports/etc. do not count for the NHS, though they can count for IB requirements. Questions about specific activities should be directed to Mrs. Coe.
5. What is the minimum hours of volunteer hours I must complete?
You are expected to fulfill a minimum of 20 hours of community service for the year. These hours must be documented on the volunteer hours form (found under the service page) and turned into Mrs. Coe by the stated deadline.
6. How much are dues and when are they due?
Dues are $10 each year and paid to a sponsor in the fall. For newly initiated members, your dues of $10 need to be paid with 2 weeks of being initiated. If there are extenuating circumstances which prevent you from paying, please see Ms. George.
7. What are the dues for?
The dues pay for the Salem NHS to be affiliated with the National Honor Society organization, the cost of the fall induction ceremony and reception, contributions to school service activities, and other club activities.
8. I have just been initiated (congrats! ) Now what..?
Be sure that you and your parents submit a signed membership contract to one of the club sponsors which outlines the expectations for membership in the NHS. Then, submit your dues of $10 to a sponsor.
9. When are meetings?
Meetings are held Thursdays at 7:30 am in the SHS auditorium. There are approximately five meetings each year, and they will be announced on the homepage and communicated via Remind.
10. What happens if I miss a meeting or if I'm late?
If you miss two meetings (two tardies count as an absence), you will be referred to the faculty council for possible dismissal. An excuse for an absence must be presented to a sponsor within 48 hours of the meeting. If you come to school on the day of a scheduled NHS meeting and do not attend the meeting, only excuses for medical, dental, orthodontic, etc appointments will be accepted. Students with a first period study hall are not excused from meetings because they check in after first period.
11. What if I cannot attend a meeting?
If you cannot attend a meeting, please see Mrs. Harless, Mrs. Johnson, or Ms. George.