The LCCTC Eagle: NTHS Inductions Spring 2017

To the veteran members of National Technical
Honor Society: Keep up the good work! To our new
inductees: Congratulations!!

"Success is no accident...

"It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice...

"...and most of all, love of what you're doing or learning to do." ~ Pele

"There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation,

hard work, and learning from failure." ~ Colin Powell

According to the NTHS.org, the mission of the organization is "to honor student achievement and leadership in career and technical education, promote educational excellence, award scholarships, and enhance career opportunities for the NTHS membership."

The site also states that the vision of NTHS is " to be the international leader in providing recognition for excellence in career and technical education."

NTHS' motto is "Success favors the prepared mind."

NTHS requires a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and the nominee must be enrolled in a CTE program.

"Last night at NHS I felt very proud," recalls member Emily G, "not only of myself, but of all the new inductees that I know worked very hard to be in the position they're in now.

Additional suggested criteria include attendance, instructor nominations, disciplinary records, and Career & Technical Student Organizations membership such as SkillsUSA.

There are seven attributes of membership: skill, honesty, service, responsibility, scholarship, citizenship, and leadership

"Knowledge is familiarity, awareness, or understanding gained through experience or study. This candle represents the knowledge you have gained through experience and study in your technical program."

The first member attribute is SKILL, the use of knowledge to develop great ability and expertness necessary to make a positive difference in a particular occupational field.

The second member attribute is HONESTY, the quality of being truthful, trustworthy, and fair with everyone while at work or play.

The third member attribute is SERVICE, the giving assistance and being ready and able to provide a helpful and useful act.

"I felt as though that ceremony was really special," reflects Shay Stanley. "I felt wonderful to be recognized for my academic achievements with my family watching on."

The fourth member attribute is RESPONSIBILITY which involves the ability to act without guidance or superior authority and being answerable for your actions.

The fifth member attribute is SCHOLARSHIP, the distinctive mark of one who has mastered an area of learning, as reflected in the quality of his/her work, especially with respect to scope, thoroughness, and care.

The sixth member attribute is CITIZENSHIP which is being entitled with full civil rights and exercising the duties, rights, and privileges of this status.

The seventh member attribute is LEADERSHIP, the responsibility of serving as a guiding force, and directing the way by going first with courage and confidence.

"The goal of the society is to see that deserving technical students be recognized and that people of the community become aware of the talents and abilities of the young people and adults who choose technical education pathways to a successful future."