A Quick Guide to NEHS

Welcome to the National English Honor Society. Our mission is to nurture a unique opportunity to engage high school students and teachers around the world with the valuable experiences of fostering literacy and serving society, and to recognize outstanding and diverse achievements in the English Language Arts.

What is the National English Honor Society?

About NEHS

NEHS brochure

Membership Benefits for students

Membership Benefits for Chapter Advisor teachers

What opportunities are available for students?

NEHS University Scholarships & Common Reader

Intellectual Freedom Challenge (IFC)

Creative Challenges

NEHS-Harvard Student Journalism Awards

Convention Presentation Awards & Annual Convention

Literary Artwork Contests

Bulletin Board Award

Publication opportunities

UK Literary Tour 2025

Young Leaders Award

Does NEHS encourage service learning?

Chapter Project Grant funding for service projects

International service projects

Chapter Impact Award for best service projects

Chapter Fundraising Week & fundraising ideas

Are leadership opportunities available to students?

Chapter Officer roles

Young Leaders Award

What are the NEHS membership requirements?

Membership requirements for students

Where can I find a list of member schools?

NEHS chapter directory

How much does NEHS cost schools and students?

NEHS fee schedule

Optional merchandise and graduation regalia

What is the role of the Chapter Advisor teacher?

Chapter Advisor responsibilities

How are students enrolled and payments made?

Student enrollment and fee payment

What scholarships, awards, and grants are available to Chapter Advisors?

Classroom Library Grants

Professional Support Grants

Outstanding Advisor Awards

NEHS-Smithsonian Summer Institute Scholarships

Chapter Advisor Enrichment Grants

ELA Innovation Award

What materials are available to help me run my chapter?

NEHS annual planning calendar

Calendar of awards, grants, and scholarships (including posters)

Application form and example bylaws

Induction ceremony guide

Chapter activities guide

How will NEHS communicate with me?

NEHSXpress newsletter and Museletter blog

Social media channels: Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

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