Organization : Phi Beta Lambda Business Club

Accomplishments in my life have really given me a new understanding for myself and others and allowed for personal growth. One accomplishment has provoked this growth: being inducted into the National Honor Society. The society helps me to think differently about other people and learn of ways I could become a better person. This experience has shown me the importance of hard work, never giving up, social interaction, and helping others.

I am Corey Dante Jones, and I am seeking to become an active member of your fraternity. I am 29 years old, a husband, a father of four (Two boys, Two girls) and was born and raised in Mobile, Al. Graduated from McGill-Toolen Catholic High School, and attended the University of Alabama at Birmingham and majored in Criminal Justice. I have also served in the United States Army for the past 8years as an 11Bravo (Infantry Man) and 88November (Transportation coordinator). I am now working as a civilian contractor with the military as an Aerostat Operator, and I am also a Professional MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) fighter.

My partner and I grew up around many sororities, but Alpha Kappa Alpha Inc. has always caught our eye. When our teacher explained our topic that could be an interest to us, my partner and I decided on Alpha Kappa Alpha Inc. The sorority A.K.A means a significance in our community. It was the first African American women's sorority dedicated to serve the people and others in need. We knew that we would dedicate our time in making the project a success.

Receiving the recognition as a qualifying candidate for National Honors Society gives me great esteem in accomplishment. This translates to me knowing that my hard work has paid off and one of my first steps in the leadership of this community as well as larger roles can be pursued. I believe that my time as a National Honors Society student of Carteret High School can be trusted for the benefit of our society because I have proven to possess the qualities of good character, leadership, service, and scholarship. My time awaits to provide our community with the leadership it needs while at the same time leaving an example of a great student for everyone to reflect on for the betterment of themselves.

List professional awards, honors and achievements you have received that you consider significant. My husband and I graduated from seminary school upon graduation we received the top award of trailblazers in the community. This award meant allot to us because our

The Principal’s Honor Roll Award that has been awarded to me fits into this category because in order to get awarded, I have created a passion and have worked in developing my grades over a period of time. In my last award, it “Certifies that Bryan Garcia Mazariegos successfully completed the Spring 2017 semester with a Grade Point Average of

Lastly, my accomplishments include completing 95 credits within a two-year time span, which I will conclude at the end of this spring semester. Additionally, I have became a member of the Sigma Alpha Phi honor/leadership society, the Golden Key Honor Society, and have recently concluded being an Alternative Spring Break 2016 Co-Leader, where we arranged a trip to build an urban garden at an elementary school in Denver.

I have dedicated a lot of work and time to be where I am today.  To finally be recognized is incredible.  I appreciate the opportunity to be asked to be part of National Honors Society.

I was surprised to see that I was qualified for the National Honors Society Scholarship, however I felt as if it was going to be hard to “brag” about myself. I thought long and hard on who I am as a person and I have to say that I have many leadership, character, and service qualities.

Participating in the honors program not only gave me the opportunity to gain

You know it never really seemed like I had accomplished anything in life. Honor roll may not even seem like it would be a big deal. I actually felt like this could take me somewhere in life. To be the oldest

Furthermore, in-class activities further expanded my knowledge and allowed our group to communicate our ideas freely. One particular example was from

When I climbed back down from the stage to my seat after the other award recipients in my category were called up, my friend, Andrew, and my research teacher congratulated me. Since my category was the first one to get called upon, I had about an hour to reflect on my experience. While my peers got called up to receive their awards, I had a huge realization: I enjoy being valued and leaving a positive impact on the world.

In my 12 years of school I have won a variety of awards. They range from sports, academics, participation, and some for just who I am as a person. I am proud for each and every single one of those awards. Even though some might be for just trying, I still take them as accomplishments. The one award that stands out from all the others is the award that I won in my eighth grade year, The President’s Academic Achievement Award.

I also received a couple of honor certificates in different subjects and this made me think to myself, “maybe I’m not so bad after all” It was such a big deal to me, because some of my friends and teachers had told me that they didn’t really see any potential in me, and always compared me to my siblings. I proved them all wrong, and also made myself proud.