Mountain Ridge High School is pleased to announce that the annual National Honor Society (NHS) Membership Drive is currently underway. All eligible 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade students are invited to apply for membership through Friday, November 6, 2026.
This is the only membership drive held during the 2026–2027 academic year.
Candidate Qualifications
To be considered for NHS membership, successful applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Academic Performance: Maintain a minimum 3.700 cumulative GPA.
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Service Background: Provide documentation of 15 or more hours of prior community service experience.
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Faculty Recommendations: Secure positive recommendations from all current teachers.
Application Process & Key Dates
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Obtain Application: Students must collect an official application packet from Mrs. Tester in classroom B-1404.
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Submission Deadline: All completed application packets must be returned to Mrs. Tester in room B-1404 no later than Friday, November 6, 2026.
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Notification of Results: Review decisions will be emailed directly to applicant student email accounts one week after the drive ends.
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Induction Ceremony: Newly inducted members will be celebrated at a formal Induction Ceremony on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, at 7:00 PM in the MRHS Auditorium. Family and friends are invited to attend.
Member Responsibilities & Senior Graduation Honors
Inducted NHS members are expected to maintain a 3.700 cumulative GPA, submit 25 service hours annually, demonstrate exemplary character on campus, participate in chapter activities, and pay $20.00 in annual club dues.
Senior members in good standing earn the privilege of purchasing a white satin NHS Honor Stole for Senior Portraits and commencement exercises, as well as formal recognition in the graduation program.
Contact Information
For questions regarding eligibility, service hours, or application requirements, please contact advisor Mrs. Heather Tester in room B-1404 or via email at [email protected].