The National Honor Society at Lakeview High School held its annual induction ceremony on November 25th, 2025 in the school auditorium to welcome new members and recognize current ones. The event took place to celebrate students who uphold the four pillars of scholarship, leadership, service, and character and to inspire the wider student body to pursue those same ideals. During the ceremony, faculty advisers and student officers led the program, presented certificates, and directed the inductees into reciting the National Honor Society pledge.
NHS rests on four core pillars: scholarship, leadership, service, and character, which guide both the selection of members and the expectations placed upon them once inducted. These pillars shape the culture of the chapter, encouraging members to model positive behavior, mentor peers, and take initiative in service projects that respond to real needs in the community.
Students are invited to apply for NHS membership after meeting a high academic standard, a cumulative GPA set by the chapter’s faculty council. Eligible students then complete an application highlighting leadership roles, service contributions, and examples of character, which are carefully reviewed by our coordinator, Sara Dager-Smith, before the final selections are made.
Newly inducted junior Olivia Fell explains, “When I found out I was selected for NHS, I felt honored and motivated to give even more back to our school and community. I want to use this opportunity to support my classmates and be a positive example for younger students.”
The induction ceremony is a formal event that welcomes the new nominees as full NHS members. During this ceremony, chapter officers and advisors speak about the history and values of NHS, introduce each inductee, and formally charge new members with upholding the four pillars in all aspects of school and community life by reciting the pledge. The NHS pledge is a short promise that new members recite to affirm their commitment to the society’s values of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. It was led by our chapter president, senior Mallory Petrick, during the induction ceremony, with inductees standing, raising their right hand, and repeating the words together, making the moment feel both formal and unifying.
The newly inducted members represent a broad range of talents, interests, and backgrounds, but they all share a common dedication to scholarship and service. Many have taken on challenging coursework, contributed to clubs, arts, athletics, and volunteered in local organizations, communities, and school events.
As they join NHS, these new inductees are stepping into roles that carry both honor and responsibility. They will help plan and lead service projects, support school initiatives, and act as visible role models for younger students who aspire to be members of NHS in the future.
New inductee, junior Julianna Anderson exclaims, “I feel proud and honored to be a part of the National Honor Society. It reminds me that the hard work I put into everything paid off.”
The current members of NHS form the backbone of the chapter, providing continuity from year to year and mentoring the newly inducted group. They help to organize and run the induction ceremony, coordinate service opportunities, and collaborate with school leadership to identify areas where NHS can make a meaningful impact.
Throughout the year, current members lead by example in the classroom and beyond, maintaining high academic standards while balancing extracurricular commitments and community service. Their ongoing determination demonstrates that membership to the National Honor Society is not a one-time recognition, but a continuing commitment to using their abilities for the betterment of others.
With the addition of the newly nominated inductees, the chapter enters the year with renewed energy, fresh ideas, and a larger team ready to serve. Together, current and new members will coordinate service projects, respond to emerging needs in the community, and uphold the traditions that make NHS a symbol of honor and leadership.
NHS Treasurer senior Maya Figueroa shared, “Being a part of NHS means using our talents to lift others up, and I am excited to see how our new and returning members will work together to make a lasting difference in our school and community.”
As this year unfolds, the chapter’s shared goal remains clear: to live out the four pillars of NHS in visible, practical ways that inspire classmates and strengthen the community. In doing so, both new inductees and returning members will continue the legacy of excellence that defines the National Honor Society.
