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The Virtue Of The National Honor Society

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Honor, by all means, is a virtue. Since ancient times, humans have recognized honor as being worthy of emulation. In modern times, however, humans have used honor to take advantage of other people for their gains, which is why our country is deprived of such virtue. Honor isn’t something that can be bought, sold, or traded. Rather, it is gained through respect while determining the hierarchy of an individual and revealing their loyalty and intentions. Therefore, I am deeply honored to be among the exemplary students who are being considered for the National Honor Society. The standards for entrance into the National Honor Society are scholarship, leadership, character, and service. Through this paper, I will strive to prove that I possess these …show more content…

I am the type of student who is willing to work for the benefit of those in need without compensation or recognition of any kind. As a service club, the National Honor Society is highly concerned with giving its all to the school and community at large. I possess excellent community service skills, as they are evidently presented on my Action Team, Interact club, and the American Red Cross records. With all three clubs combined, I have obtained over 250 community service hours since my freshman year of high school. Because National Honor Society places a large emphasis on service, I would be the perfect example of an NHS member. In fact, community service and leadership intertwine since leaders take the initiative to aid others in a wholesome manner throughout their daily activities. For example, the Action Team was collecting donations for the Leukemia and Lymphoma society through a project called “Pennies for Patients.” Our team gradually became idle in collecting money, so I decided to take the initiative to collect spare change from customers outside of my town’s Farmer’s Market. By the end of the day, I raised over $400 alone, and in total, our entire team raised over $1000. In all essence, community service taught me compassion and understanding, opening me to opportunities and choices right in my school and …show more content…

As poverty, terrorism, hunger, and economic crises escalate, I believe it is essential for me as a student to possess a deep human desire to contribute to my school, community, and ultimately, the world. Because of my profound attributes, I am able to promote leadership, develop character, and create enthusiasm for academic excellence. I was chosen as a candidate to display academic prestige but I perceive it as an opportunity to offer my exemplary efforts of scholarship, leadership, service and

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