Guidelines
Scholarship:
A 93.0 or better average must be attained through the end of the second semester of the sophomore year in all subjects.
Character:
Takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously; constantly exemplifies desirable qualities of personality (cheerfulness, friendliness, poise, stability); cooperates by complying with school regulations concerning property, programs, office, halls, etc.; demonstrates highest standards of honesty and reliability; shows courtesy, concern and respect for others; observes instructions and rules, punctuality and faithfulness in obligations both inside and outside of the classroom; has powers of concentration and sustained attention as shown by perseverance and application to studies; manifests truthfulness in acknowledging obedience of rules, avoiding cheating in written work, and showing unwillingness to profit by the mistakes of others; actively helps to rid the school of bad influences or environment.
Leadership:
Is resourceful in proposing new problems, applying principles and making suggestions; demonstrates leadership in promoting school activities; exercises influence on peers in upholding school ideals; contributes ideas that improve the civic life of the school; is able to delegate responsibilities; exemplifies positive qualities; inspires positive behavior in others; demonstrates academic initiative; successfully holds school offices or positions of responsibility, conducts business effectively and efficiently, and is reliable and dependable without prodding; demonstrates leadership in the classroom, at work and in school activities; is thoroughly dependable in any responsibility he/she accepts.
Service:
Willingness to uphold scholarship and maintain a loyal school attitude; participates in some outside activity; Girl Scouts; Boy Scouts; church groups, volunteer services for aged, poor, disadvantaged; family duties; volunteers dependable and well-organized assistance , is available on his own time and is sacrificing; works well with others and is willing to take on difficult or inconspicuous responsibilities; willingness to render cheerfully and enthusiastically any requested service to the school; willingness to represent his/her class or school in interclass or interscholastic competition; willingness to do committee and staff work; readiness to show courtesy by assisting visitors, teachers and students.