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 SNHS is conferred in the last two years of secondary school education. You must be a
current junior or senior to apply. A student must have and maintain an un-weighted overall 3.0/4.0
cumulative grade point average to be a member. In addition, the following qualifications must be met and
maintained:
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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 3.5 unweighted 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
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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
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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. Piety in B229 BY Friday, 9/25/15 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 GRADES
Science Course
9
10
11
12
Teacher
III. Write a brief paragraph explaining why you would like to belong to the Magruder Chapter of the Science
National Honor Society. Please write neatly in blue ink or typed.
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 letter 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:
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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/Habits
5
4
3
2
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Demonstrates Ability to Work Cooperatively
5
4
3
2
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Demonstrates Intellectual Curiosity
5
4
3
2
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Demonstrates Positive Attitude
5
4
3
2
1
If the student received a 3 or lower…please explain in the space provided.
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Teacher signature
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date
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.
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:
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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/Habits
5
4
3
2
1
Demonstrates Ability to Work Cooperatively
5
4
3
2
1
Demonstrates Intellectual Curiosity
5
4
3
2
1
Demonstrates Positive Attitude
5
4
3
2
1
If the student received a 3 or lower…please explain in the space provided.
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Teacher signature
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date
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.