NHS Welcomes New Inductees During Fall Ceremony

The Upper School’s annual fall National Honor Society Induction Ceremony celebrated academic excellence, leadership, service, and character as the newest members were welcomed into the prestigious organization.

Head of School Mr. Dave Faus emphasized how closely the four pillars of NHS; scholarship, leadership, service, and character, align with the mission and values of Benjamin. 

“It’s important that we take time as an Upper School community to celebrate the hard work of our student body,” he said, commending the new inductees for their commitment to the tenets of NHS. 

Head of Upper School Fletcher Carr followed with a brief history of NHS, founded in 1921, and its long tradition at Benjamin. He also recognized longtime NHS advisor upper school history teacher Ms. Misselhorn ‘90, who guided the chapter for a decade and presided over her final induction ceremony this fall.

Misselhorn praised the Class of 2026 for their “post-Covid vibrancy and excitement for learning” and commended the inductees’ diverse accomplishments from athletics and the arts to service, leadership, and academic excellence. She explained the rigorous selection process, which includes maintaining a 3.8 GPA, completing an application and essay, and participating in an interview with the NHS Faculty Council.

NHS President Sebastian Scaperotto highlighted the legacy of Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin, who founded the school on the principles of balance and character. He reminded the audience that the 75 inductees on stage “are truly model Benjamin students who exemplify the four pillars of NHS and make meaningful change in the world.”

Following student introductions, NHS officers led the candlelight ceremony, where new members pledged to uphold the organization’s values. The event concluded with a reception for families and guests.

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