National Honor Society

Thank you for your interest with the Jersey Shore National Honor Society Chapter.  We are working on a modified plan for new inductees for the National Honor Society that meet the requirements of the Jersey Shore Chapter and the National NHS By-laws.  One of the criteria for consideration is an overall cumulative GPA of 94.0% or greater.  With the rollover of the student management system this school year, we are taking the necessary steps to verify the accuracy of the student GPAs prior to issuing new member invitations and induction opportunities.  Our tentative plan is to induct new Senior members into the Jersey Shore National Honor Society during the Senior Awards Ceremony on June 5th.  In the fall of 2022, the current juniors will be invited as fall semester seniors into the Jersey Shore chapter, which will provide them with the same scholarship opportunities and graduation regalia.  Thank you for your patience as we work toward continuing the program with fidelity. 

Ira Grugan National Honor Society

Scholarship
Character
Leadership
Service

Selection Process:

Selection to NHS is a privilege bestowed upon students by the faculty of the school, and not considered a right inherent to any student.

The Ira Grugan NHS requires students to show leadership, involvement and a commitment to the Jersey Shore High School and fellow students.

  • Juniors and Seniors who hold a cumulative average of 94% and above are invited to complete an application for recognition in the Ira Grugan NHS.
  • The applications are reviewed by a Faculty Council of 5 members.
  • Student involvement and leadership in school activities are required.
  • Community activities are reviewed for leadership and service.
  • Character is reviewed by the whole faculty. Character is defined as: Showing respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring and citizenship.

In addition the student of character

  • Takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously
  • Consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of behavior (cheerfulness, friendliness, poise stability)
  • Upholds principles of morality and ethics
  • Cooperates by complying with school regulations concerning property, programs, office, halls, etc.
  • Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reliability
  • Regularly shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others
  • Observes instructions and rules: is punctual, and faithful both inside and outside the classroom
  • Has powers of concentration, self-discipline, and sustained attention as shown by perseverance and application to studies
  • Manifests truthfulness in acknowledging obedience to rules, avoiding cheating in written work and showing willingness to profit by the mistakes of others
  • Actively helps rid the school of bad influences or environment