Ichabod Crane Central School District

 National Honor Society

Signum Laudis Chapter

2011 - 2012

Selection Process

National Honor Society
Signum Laudis Chapter

Character                       

"A person is not given integrity. It results from the relentless pursuit of honesty at all             times."
           Unknown Source

 

"Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing."
           Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) Politician. President of the United States.

 

 

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 unwillingness to profit by the mistakes of others

* Actively helps rid the school of bad influences or environment

 

Note:

All criteria for Leadership, Character, and Service are reproduced from the National Honor Society Handbook section pertaining to selection, (c) 2005, NASSP. Used with permission.

 

 

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