Field Elementary’s inaugural induction ceremony of 35 members to the National Elementary Honor Society was held on January 10th, 2023.

This fall 2026, NEHS welcomed 63 new inductees to the school's chapter, making a total of over 80 members!

 

 

 

 

 

What is the National Elementary Honor Society?

  • The National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS) is modeled on its companion organization, the National Honor Society (NHS), which is the nation’s oldest and best-known student recognition program.
  • NEHS provides Field's 4th and 5th grade students a place to develop and apply their passion for service, while obtaining the skills to be confident young leaders for years to come.
  • Membership is centered on recognizing students for their accomplishments while challenging and equipping them to develop further as leaders through service to their school and community.
  • Through service projects, students will obtain the necessary experiences that contributes to the positive climate of our school and community.

Interest, eligibility and membership notification.

Each fall, invitations to apply for NEHS will be given to selected students.

 

To be eligible for membership consideration:

  • Students must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 GPA
  • Candidates must exhibit responsible character, hold leadership roles, and display community service.
  • Leadership can be demonstrated in the student’s participation in community or school activities.
  • Service obligation requires the student to be active in a service project for Field ES and our community.

Selection and notification:

  • Student will complete applications and submit by a deadline.
  • Applications are reviewed by a faculty council appointed by the principal.
  • Parents will received notification of membership via ParentSquare.

Once inducted, NEHS members must maintain high standards of Scholarship, Responsibility, Service, and Leadership:

  • As members of NEHS, these students will now engage in a number of Chapter Service Projects as they continue to maintain their excellent scholarship and studies.
  • Students in the Field of Lions NEHS school chapter will demonstrate strong leaderships skills & responsible, positive behaviors that will prepare them to be upstanding individuals.

NEHS was founded in 2008 by the National Association of Secondary School Principals, in partnership with the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) Foundation.

 

Visit www.nehs.org for more information.
The original press release can be found here.