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Clockwise from top left: NHS member Brianna Donigan ’23 speaks to the inductees and guests about the role of scholarship in the honor society; advisor Matt Thomas shakes hands with inductees; new members stand together as guests look on.
The Ravenscroft chapter of the National Honor Society inducted 54 new members today. Head of Upper School Aaron Sundstrom, NHS chapter sponsors Matt Thomas and Ali Olney, and the 54 current NHS members participated in the induction ceremony.
Established in 1921, the National Honor Society recognizes outstanding high school students across the country. In addition to demonstrating high academic achievement, nominees must meet rigorous standards of service, leadership and character in order to be admitted.
Congratulations to these inductees:
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