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National Honor Society Four Pillars Analysis

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The four pillars of the National Honor Society are scholarship, leadership, character, and service. Scholarship has always been dear to me. It has given me a focus to achieve and succeed, but life, as I have learned, is more than a lesson learned in the classroom. Over the past few years, I have strived to become a more well-rounded person, working to overcome my shortcomings to be a leader, to have strong character, and to be of service to others. Without a great amount of hard work, time, and effort, I would still be in the same position; struggling, trying to better myself. Leadership was one of the pillars I struggled with most. To me, there were few opportunities to stand up and take charge, but with the help of close friends and a great organization, I was able to find ways to lead. A large part of the last two years of my life has been devoted to the Most Sacred Heart Youth Group …show more content…

The last several years, Eureka has been plagued by devastating floods, and an amazing community outpour of love and fellowship has kept the worst of the damage at bay, and I am proud to have been part of it. Without the connections I had made in SHYG, I would have stayed at home and felt sorry for all of the people affected, but with the organization, I was at work, helping the people and places I love. Truly giving back to the hometown that had built me as a person was extremely gratifying, and I hope to expand my work over the next few years. My time in the EHS band has also contributed to my service work. Our fundraisers have bought supplies and equipment for the band, but the actual work required to make it happen is monumental. Helping with that process has made me appreciate how much work goes into such simple things we take for granted every day. The pillars of NHS have been a part of my life for a long time, and I appreciate this opportunity to join the

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