Parent Zone
Information and Resources for Parents of Current and Prospective Honor Society Members
Welcome to the Parent Zone on www.nhs.us – a collection of links and resources designed for parents of high school and middle level students who are either members of the Honor Societies or are interested in becoming members.
For general information about the Honor Societies, including the history of NHS and NJHS, and access to a general information brochure – available in both English and Spanish, visit the About Us section of the Web site.
A set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) is also available covering a variety of topics regarding NHS and NJHS policies and procedures.
If you’re interested in finding out how to start a chapter of NHS or NJHS on campus, visit "Starting a Chapter" for all the details. Remember, for most matters, your school’s chapter adviser is the best resource on campus for all local policies and procedures.
1.0 Notice to Parents: An overview of suggestions for parents when responding to problems experienced with a local chapter of NHS or NJHS. View the NHS/NJHS Complaint Form and Procedures and the Complaint Process FAQ.
2.0 Non-Selection Issues and “Appeals”: After reviewing the content of the “Notice to Parents” identified in the previous section, click here for more information in our Web site FAQ files.
3.0 Discipline and Dismissal of Members: Once selected, members of NHS or NJHS have rights and due process outlined for them in the National Constitution, Article X. Additional questions are answered in the FAQ.
4.0 Scholarships and Awards: The national office and our sponsoring organization, NASSP*, provide a variety of scholarship and award programs for students, chapters, advisers, and schools. Find out more in our “Scholarships and Awards” section. Additional resources can also be found through your school’s guidance office and through a variety of free, online services.
5.0 Resources for you (the parent), your young leader, and the chapter. Some informative websites, links to opportunities for personal development, and other helpful materials are found in this section.
5.1 Parent resources: “How Parents Can Support Their NHS Member, Chapter and School.”
5.2 Special Products for Parents: Whether you're looking for something that says "I'm proud of my Honor Society student" or for a special item to present to your child as an indicator of that pride, the Honor Society Store has a variety of products available just for you.
The chapter adviser will receive the student/parent login codes in the Adviser Card mailing from the national office (distribution begins in August for those chapters that renewed by the June 30 deadline). The code will allow you access to our online store, www.nhs.us/store or www.njhs.us/store.
As a preview, here is a partial listing of items available for the coming school year: Car Magnets, 14K Pin, Ornaments, Padfolios, Parent T-Shirts, Teddy Bears, Binders, and publications including Sean Covey's "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens" and workbook
Questions? For more information about the products or procedures for ordering, you can call or email our sales department at: PH: 866.647.7253 (toll free) or sales@nhs.us.
5.3 Chapter resources
5.4 National Handbooks. Copies of the National Handbooks are available for purchase from the national sales office by calling 866.647.7253 (toll free). A small shipping and handling charge is added to the purchase price. The handbooks were updated in 2005. Currently, the newest editions are available online for chapter advisers in the "Adviser Zone." Parents can purchase a copy for reference and can donate the copy to the chapter.
General Inquiries: You can reach the national office through any of the following connections:
NHS &NJHS National Office
1904 Association Drive
Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-860-0200
Receptionist is available during regular office hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Eastern time, Monday through Friday.
Fax: 703-476-5432
Email: nhs@nhs.us
Website: www.nhs.us or www.njhs.us
*NHS and NJHS are programs of the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). For more information, visit www.principals.org.