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NHS Member Requirements

To be a member of NHS, there are certain requirements that each student must meet in order to apply and maintain membership in the National Honors Society. Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors looking to apply must:

  • Maintain a GPA of at least 3.5

  • Have at least 10 volunteer hours from summer or previous year at the time of application

  • A letter of recommendation from someone who can speak on your volunteering service (this is a google form on the application)

Once these requirements are filled, you can apply for NHS.

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Applications for the 2024-2025 school year are available NOW! To apply go to Ms. Carroll's classroom (2102) to pick up the physical application. The application is then to be returned to Ms. Carroll in person. Applications will be due on September 27th by 12:29p.

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Do NOT make an account on TrackItForward until after you are an active member in NHS. This means that you have been accepted and attended the induction ceremony. Prospective members will be asked to log their summer hours on their application, and after being accepted will they then be able to submit their hours to TrackItForward.

The induction ceremony will be held sometime in mid to late October (specific date and time to be announced later). 

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Once you have been accepted, there is a one time fee of $20 that must be payed at the finance window in order to become a member.

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FAQ

How many hours do I need?

NHS members need a total of 40 hours of community service. The first deadline is 20 hours due January 20. The second deadline is 20 hours due on May 31st.

What if my TrackItForward account got archived?

If your account got archived please send us an email at mtsinhs@gmail.com. This means that you did not reach your yearly hours needed. If this applies to you, you will be able to re-apply to NHS in the fall.

What are the guidelines for community service?

  • Summer hours are no longer a requirement, only 10 summer hours will count towards the 40 hour requirement. Although you can count all summer hours towards the 200 hour goal to earn a medal at graduation

  • Must volunteer at 4 distinctly different organizations, but you may count all hours towards the 200 hour goal 

  • Up to 4 hours for any "for profit" organization 

  • Cannot do service for parents, neighbors, or immediate family

  • Baby-sitting, yard work, pet-sitting, or cleaning hours do not count

  • Hours cannot be completed during the school day, regardless of whether or not it's and excused absence/field trip

  • Tutoring hours must be completed through the NHS tutoring program or other organization (KCLS, etc.) 

    • Hours through the NHS tutoring program only will count for 1.5 hours.​

  • Meetings/Rehearsals for any club/organization do not count towards service hours.  Hours must be service based (no playing in band for basketball, school plays, setting up for school dances, etc.)

  • Hours must be submitted to TrackItForward within 6 weeks of completing them

  • Must have a valid email address for your adult contact on TrackItForward

  • Your contact can only VERIFY your hours. They cannot promise you they will count. If you are unsure if something will count towards NHS service hours, PLEASE CONTACT US (Ms. Carroll, Mrs. Dunn, or any of our officers).

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What happens if I do not complete my 40 hours in time?

If you do not complete your required 40 hours of volunteering before May 31, then your TrackItForward account will be archived and your membership will be revoked from NHS. You can re-apply the next year as long as you complete the required summer hours before the deadline.

How do I make my TrackItForward account?

1. Go to https://www.trackitforward.com/

2. Click on the green hyper-link titled "Find Existing Site" and type "Mount Si National Honor Society" in the search bar and click on the link

3. Press "click here to register" to create your account

4. Fill out all required questions and create your account to began tracking your hours

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What is the spring service project?

The spring service project is something that is required of ALL members and CANNOT be counted as part of your volunteer hours, it is separate. The project will be announced in the spring. The spring service project can be something such as writing a certain amount of letters, donating for a food drive, and other services of this nature. We will ensure that all members will be capable of participating in the service project.

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What happens after I apply?

Your application will go through a process of evaluation by a faculty panel.  This is a 1-2 week process.  You will be notified through your school email.

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What happens if I am not accepted to NHS this year?

In accordance with the NHS bylaws, under Article V, Section 1, candidates may not appeal if they are not accepted.  Candidates who are not selected during the current process are welcome to apply again the following year.

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What do I do after I am accepted?

Maintain the standards by which you were accepted.  Pay the $20 dues BEFORE induction (date/time is sent in the acceptance letter).  Look for the information about the date/time for the New Member Meeting where we will go over all the details, requirements, and create the trackitforward account with you.

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