The HHS National Honor Society kicked off the school year with 15 new members, including four new council members. The Nation Honor Society is an elite organization that accepts students who meet the requirements in academics, leadership, school activities, and community service.
After a recent vote, NHS elected the following council: Bogdana Stus, president; Laura Willis, vice-president; Janine Munoz, secretary; and Rachel Meredith, treasurer.
According to HHS advisor, Mrs. Lisa Kenny, this year the NHS will introduce some new ideas and put them in action.
In honor of alumni Alyssa Ruggieri, the NHS will contribute to “Paint it Purple,“ an organization that supports women who have been abused. In addition, NHS will continue the tradition of the holiday candy grams, toys for tots, spirit T-shirts, and many other successful past fundraisers.
Kenny has been running the program for 15+ years. “Students who are in NHS have to understand that it is their duty as a NHS member to make a difference in the community; whatever it takes, state or nationwide— just to make a difference,” said Kenny.
To anyone who is contemplating becoming a part of the NHS, be sure to talk to Ms. Kenny. Ask questions, get a list of requirements, and begin the process as soon as possible.
The Hopatcong NHS encourages students to join and make a difference in the community.
Nation Honors Society Members
2013-2014
Hannah Bibeault
Ryan Clarke
Sara Elgazzar
Jesse Farrell
Hailey Krueger
Alexis Lerner
Rachel Meredith – TREA.
Janine Munoz – SEC.
MaryRose Purdue
Claudia Saavedra
Patrick Stanton
Bogdana Stus – PRES.
Belle Ward
Laura Willis – V.P.
Jonathan Yohanan