Foulks Ranch Elementary SchoolCharter Number 68

Charter Date: May 19, 2008

What is NEHS?• Abbreviation for National Elementary Honor

Society• Established in 2008 with 2 primary purposes:

1) To recognize students who have : Achieved academic excellence Demonstrated responsibility in their

lives2) Engage these students in: Service Leadership Development Activities

Program GoalsTo spread student recognition to elementary level.• Create a continuum of excellence and recognition

from elementary through high school.• To start students early on the path to maintaining

excellent academic focus and community service. • Recognize the importance of elementary schools as

a foundation for success in secondary schools.• Reward students who demonstrate academic

achievement and personal responsibility.• Provide meaningful service to the school and

community.• To develop essential leadership skills beginning in

elementary school.

Student Qualification Process Current student in grades 4, 5, or 6Obtain a cumulative 3.50 GPA for four

trimesters in a row (3 from last year + first trimester this year)

Receive Teacher RecommendationsComplete a candidate’s applicationParticipate in meetings and rehearsal as they

relate to the NEHS induction ceremony. Participate in an induction ceremony.

The 4 Pillars of NEHS*Scholarship * Responsibility * Service*

Leadership

Induction Ceremony

Date: January 10, 2013

Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

What is the Induction Ceremony?An opportunity and special evening

for you to be formally recognized for your hard work, accomplishments, level of responsibility, and achievements.

What is expected of me at the Induction Ceremony?Attend rehearsalsParticipate in the Induction CeremonyShow up on time (5:30 p.m.)Dress up-wear nice clothingFollow directions and demonstrate good

behaviorEnjoy the results of your hard work!Celebrate with your family and friends!

Induction Ceremony

NEHS Member Expectations• Maintain a cumulative 3.50 GPA or higher for every

trimester they are a member of NEHS.• Participate in monthly NEHS meetings, while on

track.• Promote the mission of NEHS.• Participate in at least one service project for each

trimester.• NEHS members can organize individual or group

projects with approval from an NEHS advisor.• Maintain proper behavior at school – serve as a

positive role model for others.• Pay annual dues ($10 for new members, $5 for

returning members)

Past NEHS Projects Include . . .Making dog treats for the Sacramento SPCAMaking blankets for the Sacramento SPCAMaking origami cranes as a symbol of hope after

the devastating Tsunami in Japan (we also raised $$)

Knitting hats for premature babiesValentine’s cards for Shriner’s Hospital patientsMrs. Rohlfing’s Memorial GardenKids Can and Book drivesRecycle tennis shoes to help make new sports fieldsAnd . . .

Cleaning up the original Foulks Ranch house

Tissue flowers for sell$$ used to buy things for the Sacramento SPCA

Cleaning up at Project RIDE

Questions & Answers