Pocono Mountain East High School

National English Honor Society

2022-2023

The National English Honor Society (NEHS), founded and sponsored by Sigma Tau Delta, is the only
national organization exclusively for high school students and faculty who, in the field of English, merit
special note for past and current accomplishments.

The NEHS motto, "gelast sceal mid are," is Old English for: "duty goes with honor." The motto represents
one of the earliest forms of our language—it affirms and celebrates an obligation to use one's gifts in
service to others. Service to peers, school, and community is part and parcel of the NEHS mission—and,
indeed, in the grammatical structure of the Old English phrase, "duty" actually precedes "honor."

-NEHS

The Purpose of Pocono Mountain East National English Honor Society:

● Confer distinction upon EHS students for high achievement in English language arts.
● Provide cultural stimulation.
● Encourage interest in English language arts.
● Promote exemplary character and good fellowship among its members.
● Serve society by fostering literacy.

Membership in NEHS is an honor bestowed on individuals selected for their accomplishments in

the field of English and in overall academic achievement.

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Requirements for Pocono Mountain East National English Honor Society:

● Must have attended PMSD for at least one year

● Must have completed three semesters of any level of English in high school
● Minimum overall GPA of 88%
● Minimum GPA of 93% in all English courses
● Demonstrate a commitment to English Language Arts
● Attend at least 50% of the scheduled meetings and participate in at least three English
Honor Society activities/events each year
● Submit a completed application by December 1, 2022 (late applications will not be
accepted)
● Pay a one-time nonrefundable membership fee of $15

Proposed Meeting Topics

● Book Talks
● Readings
● Writing Workshops
● Discussion panels on relevant talks
● T-shirt design
● Holiday Mail for Heroes
● Activity planning

Proposed Activities/Events
● Writing contest participation
● Scholarship applications
● Partner with NHS to participate in Poetry Out Loud
● Partner with NHS to offer Peer Tutoring
● Community Service
● Open Mic night
● Online Journal
● National Poetry Month
● Ceremonies
● Fundraising

Questions
Please direct all questions or concerns to the PMEHS NEHS advisor, Karen Jackson Petersen
(Kpetersen@pmsd.org).

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 Pocono Mountain East High School National English Honor Society
Member Application 2022-2023

Deadline: December 1, 2022

Your Application must be stapled together, in its entirety, and turned in to Mrs. Petersen in room
233 before the deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Include

Completed application
Printed transcript from PowerSchool
Personal Essay

I. Applicant Information (all information is required)

Vivian Amin
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Name: __________________________________________________________ Grade: ___________

2417 route 390 Canadensis pa 18325

Mailing Address:_______________________________________________________________

canadensis 18325
City and Zip Code:____________________________________ 5708951442
Phone:_______________________

viamin47@yahoo.com
E-mail Address:_____________________________________

II. 3.5
Current Overall GPA:__________________ Cumulative ELA GPA:_____________________

III. Attach a copy of your High School transcript from Power School. Your GPA and all ELA
courses must be visible and current.

English club, poetry club, journalism club

Any other English-related pastimes or activities ________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

______________________________________________________________________

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 IV. Personal Essay Answer in a minimum of 200 words. Your response must be typed, 12-point font,
double-spaced, and clearly labeled. You should proofread.

NEHS is the only high school honor society exclusively for students of English. As such, it
provides unique opportunities. Membership is an honor bestowed on students selected for their
accomplishments in the field of English and in overall academic achievement. Why do you want
to join the PMEHS chapter of the National English Society, and what will you bring to our group?

Note:

After receiving a letter of acceptance, to join the chapter, students are required to sign and submit
a statement of commitment and pay a one-time $15.00 non-refundable fee to cover the cost of
their dues.

Eligible, graduating seniors must pay an additional $12.50 for their honor chords.

Statement: By completing this application, I agree that the included information is true
and correct to the best of my knowledge. False or misleading information will result in
canceled membership.

Vivian Amin
Print name:_______________________________________

Vivian Amin Decmeber 1 2022

Sign Name:_______________________________________Date:_________________

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