Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica Spanish Honor Society

1. Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica Spanish Honor Society

2. What is the SHH? The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (SHH) is an honor society for high school students enrolled in Spanish and Portuguese and is sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. Formally organized as the Spanish National Honor Society in 1953, the name was changed in 1959. At present there are over 1,700 national and international chapters. The purpose of the society is to recognize high achievement of high school students in the Spanish and Portuguese languages and to promote a continuing interest in Hispanic and Portuguese studies.

3. F.A.Q. ‘s: Who can join? You must be a Sophomore or Junior with three consecutive semesters of A averages in Spanish. You must be enrolled in Spanish 3, have completed Spanish 3 or must take Spanish 3 the year after induction. What if I don’t plan to take Spanish 4? You may still join and be an active member provided you retain above average grades in all classes. What if I took Spanish I in 8th grade? Your two semesters of A’s will count! What if my grade drops after induction? A committee of teachers will decide if your average and discipline record are still acceptable.

4. F.A.Q. ‘s: If we have been in Honors / Advanced Placement classes, do the grades count differently? No. An A is an A regular or Honors. What if I just transferred to Kingwood Park? Transfer students must have spent one full semester in a Spanish class at Kingwood Park before eligibility What if I decide not to take Spanish 3? There are no refunds after induction and you will be dropped from the Society.

5. Advantages of joining SHH: • Service Learning • Leadership • School involvement for your resume • Exposure to other cultures • Continue using your Spanish in different settings • Work in the community with needy people • The SHH counts as a School Club for NHS

6. Possible activities: • Sponsor the Spanish Club events • International Night • Adopt a family at the holidays • Visit bilingual classes • Sponsor speakers • Attend plays, art shows, etc., depending on availability • Sponsor a student scholarship for the "Outstanding Spanish Student“ • Help other clubs for community hours • Offer tutorials • Handle food and clothing drives • Sponsor Christmas door decorating • Soccer Night

7. One time membership fee: $30 What will my $30 membership include? Membership Certificate T-Shirt Patch Graduation Cord 

8. Official Club T-shirts with membership – pick your color and size!

9. SHH Patch

10. Graduation Honor Cord in Official Society Colors

11. Hoodies ($16), Sweatshirts ($14) and caps ( $7-$12) available separately!

12. Awards for SHH members: Certificado de Excelencia to an initiated member who has achieved the highest grade point average in Spanish or Portuguese for that school year. Duplicate certificates are awarded in case of ties. Certificado por Servicios to recognize initiated members who have rendered meritorious service to their Chapter. Premio de Honor to the best graduating senior member of the Chapter.

13. To join, fill in application available in Room 2207 or on the SHH Web Site. All applications are due by Monday, March 4, 2011 to Sra. Swank (room 2207). All applications, grades, and academic integrity and character will be reviewed by a teacher committee. Acceptance letters will be distributed by April 8, 2011. Induction will take place in April or May 2011. You must read the Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica’s by-laws before submitting your application. By-laws are available on SHH web site.

14. Sample Application Todos a una SOCIEDAD HONORARIA HISPÁNICA Student Application Form Name __________________________________________________________________ Address ________________________________________________________________ Home Phone _______________Cell Phone:____________________ OK to text?______ Email________________________________________________ Grade ____________ Spanish Level______________________________________ House ______________ Signature of a recommending teacher __________________________________________ Signature of a recommending Spanish teacher:__________________________________ Are you interested in running for an office? _______________ Which?______________ Please write a statement that explains your interest in language, your personal qualifications, and your commitment to the betterment of Kingwood Park High School. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please write a statement that explains your personal qualities and examples of character, leadership, honesty, service, and cooperation. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please attach a check made out to KPHS for $30 (check will be returned if membership is denied). Circle T-Shirt size: S M L XL XXL Circle Color: White Red Yellow

15. Should I get an application? YES if: I am a Sophomore or Junior, I am in Spanish 3, have taken Spanish 3 or will take Spanish 3 next year and I am sure that I have 3 consecutive semesters in Spanish of A’s. What will I need to submit with my application? You will need a $30 check made out to KPHS.