Being involved in high school can help students build skills and connections that benefit them in college and beyond. Any student organization or club can have an impact, but honor societies have a special built-in formula for creating future leaders. Read on to learn about what students can gain from joining honor societies.
Academic Excellence and Scholarship
Joining an honor society shows a commitment to building on skills and delving deeper into specific interests. Most honor societies have a GPA requirement or a service requirement to stay in good standing. These organizations provide opportunities for intellectual growth outside of the classroom in the form of competitions, research, presentations, and mentorship. By striving for excellence in these groups, students explore their full potential at a formative time.
College and Career Advantages
Admissions offices at colleges look for students who have ambitions outside of the classroom and ones who pursue their passions. They also seek out students with leadership roles and documented service hours. Students who join honor societies have all of these advantages, as well as the ability to network with alumni and earn letters of recommendation. Committing to being part of an honor society shows character that colleges and companies value.
Leadership Formation
Student organizations allow students to develop leadership skills through activities like organizing events and joining committees. Students who choose to participate as club officers practice servant leadership, where they lead by serving others. This is especially prevalent in honor societies, which focus on service as much as achievement.
Building on Catholic Principles
Honor societies at Catholic schools often echo Catholic values, such as dignity and service to others. Some have a direct correlation with Catholic faith, such as the Theological Honor Society at Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, while others are more academic or interest-based. Our school has a variety of honor societies students can join, so there are plenty of opportunities to find one that aligns with their gifts and values.
At Bishop McLaughlin Catholic High School, a private high school near Tampa, we believe honor societies can be keys to long-term success. With more than 10 active honor societies, our school makes access to these prestigious student organizations a priority. By becoming part of these societies, students learn vital skills and form meaningful connections that offer lifelong benefits.
