Student Qualifications for Nomination to the Magruder Chapter of SNHS

Student Qualifications for Nomination to the Magruder Chapter of SNHS

Thank you for your interest in the Magruder Chapter of the Science National Honor Society. Membership in local chapters is an honor bestowed upon a student. Please read the following information.

Membership for a student in the SNHS is conferred in the last two years of secondary school education. A student must have and maintain a 3.0/4.0 cumulative grade point average to be a member. In addition, the following qualifications must be met and maintained:

• A member must be enrolled in at least one honors or upper level science class during or prior to the eleventh grade year. A member must be enrolled in at least one second year honors or upper level science class during or prior to the twelfth grade year.
• A member must maintain a 3.5unweighted GPA across all science courses taken at MHS.
• All members must attend all meetings and one chapter sponsored lecture and complete one community service project annually.

SNHS Objectives

• Encourage and recognize scientific and intellectual thought
• Advance the students’ knowledge of classical and modern science
• Communicate with the scientific community
• Aid the civic community with its comprehension of science
• Encourage students to participate in community service and in turn, encourage a dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge that benefits all humankind

SNHS Organization

The organization of the Science National Honor Society is one of volunteers who are teachers, scientists, and business people. These people are dedicated to creating a new cadre of scientific young people who will help to run tomorrow's high tech world.

State and Regional Organizations

• Local chapters may form regional chapters of SNHS that are affiliated with the National Board of Directors of SNHS
• Regional chapters shall form a SNHS regional committee of local chapter advisors in order to govern the affairs of the region. Officers shall be elected for each region annually
• Regional chapters may form state chapters of SNHS that are affiliated with the National Executive Board of SNHS
• State chapters shall form a SNHS state committee of regional officers in order to govern the affairs of the state chapter. Officers shall be elected annually
• All state and regional chapters shall provide contact information to the national office.
• Confirming state or regional chapter affairs with the national office of SNHS is not necessary, but the affairs shall conform to this Constitution
• All state and regional chapters shall affiliate with the Science National Honor Society
• The purposes of state and regional chapters are to sponsor conventions for local chapter members and to engender novel projects at a region and state level

Student Information Form

MAGRUDER CHAPTER OF THE SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

APPLICATIONS THAT DO NOT FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR MEMBERSHIP.

Directions: Please complete all sections. (Please type or print clearly in Blue or Black ink). You must include a copy of your unofficial transcript and 2 Science teacher recommendations with this application. Application packet should be complete prior to submission.

Every bit of information provided can be used by the Faculty Council to assist with the selection process. Completion of this form does not guarantee selection to the Science National Honor Society.

Completed applications are due to Mr. Pietyin B229BYTuesday, 9/23/14 at 2:30 pm. NO EXCEPTIONS.

I. Administrative Information (all information is required)

Name: ______

Mailing Address:______

City and Zip code: ______Phone: ______

E-mail address THAT YOU CHECK: ______

II. Science Courses - List all science courses in which you have completed or are currently enrolled in during high school. Place the Final Grade for the course under the appropriate year. Semester A and Semester B are different courses.YOU MUST PROVIDE AN UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT FROM YOUR COUNSELOR.

FINAL GRADE

III. Write a brief paragraph explaining why you would like to belong to the Magruder Chapter of the Science National Honor Society.

I understand that completing this form does not guarantee selection to MHS SNHS, and that the information presented here is accurate.

Student Signature ______Date ______

I have read the information provided by my son/daughter on this form and can verify that it is true, accurate and complete in its presentation.

Parent Signature ______Date ______

You will be notified by email of your selection or non-selection. By returning this form, you are agreeing to abide by that decision. Once a member of MHS chapter of the SNHS, you will be asked to be an active member—participating in meetings, annual lectures, tutoring, and becoming involved in community service activities. Members who are not active will be dismissed from the society.

Once again, thank you for your interest. Mr. Piety and Ms. Chiang.

Teacher Recommendation

All applicants must have recommendations from two Magruder Science teachers.

Student’s Name ______Teacher’s Name ______

The Science National Honor Society seeks members who:

• Encourage and recognize scientific and intellectual thought
• Advance the students’ knowledge of classical and modern science
• Communicate with the scientific community
• Aid the civic community with its comprehension of science
• Encourage students to participate in community service and in turn, encourage a dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge that benefits all humankind

Rate the student above from 1-5 in each of the following areas:1 = never 5= always

Demonstrates Strong Study Skills/Habits54321

Demonstrates Ability to Work Cooperatively54321

Demonstrates Intellectual Curiosity54321

Demonstrates Positive Attitude54321

If the student received a 3 or lower…please explain in the space provided.______

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Teacher signature/Printed Namedate

Please place completed form in a sealed envelope provided by the studentand return to the student to turn in with their completed application. Thank you.

Teacher Recommendation

All applicants must have recommendations from two Magruder Science teachers.

Student’s Name ______Teacher’s Name ______

The Science National Honor Society seeks members who:

• Encourage and recognize scientific and intellectual thought
• Advance the students’ knowledge of classical and modern science
• Communicate with the scientific community
• Aid the civic community with its comprehension of science
• Encourage students to participate in community service and in turn, encourage a dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge that benefits all humankind

Rate the student above from 1-5 in each of the following areas:1 = never 5= always

Demonstrates Strong Study Skills/Habits54321

Demonstrates Ability to Work Cooperatively54321

Demonstrates Intellectual Curiosity54321

Demonstrates Positive Attitude54321

If the student received a 3 or lower…please explain in the space provided. ______

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Teacher signature/Printed Namedate

Please place completed form in a sealed envelope provided by the student and return to the student to turn in with their completed application. Thank you.