National Honor Society 

Chapter Advisor: Ms. Bernadette Raspante

Membership in the National Honor Society (NHS) is one of the highest honors that can be awarded to a high school student. Our chapter has worked hard to bring the accomplishments of outstanding students to the attention of parents, teachers, peers, and the community. Our chapter strives to give practical meaning to the Society’s standards of scholarship, service, leadership, and character in conjunction with DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence, Service, and Health. These ideals are considered as the basis for selection. No student is inducted simply because of a high academic average. The National Honor Society strives to recognize the total student—one who excels in all of these areas.

Membership, however, is more than an honor. It is an ongoing responsibility and an obligation to continue to demonstrate those outstanding qualities that result in a student’s selection. Membership also carries a responsibility to the chapter. If our NHS chapter is to be effective and meaningful, each member must become involved.

The standards used for selection and maintaining membership are:

• Maintenance of a Cumulative Weighted 3.9 GPA
• Participation in a minimum of 20 service hours, five of which must be completed directly with NHS, prior to March 14, 2025.
• Members are expected to be present at all meetings and communicate in a timely manner of any pre-scheduled conflicts. Tardiness at two meetings will qualify as an unexcused absence. Any student with three unexcused absences at monthly meetings will be dismissed from the application process and/or chapter. 
• Any honor society student who receives a Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention will be put on probation. A second Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention within a given school year will result in a student’s dismissal from the society.
• Any new applicant with an existing Tier 3 violation will be denied acceptance to the society. Any student who receives a Tier 3 violation during the school year will be immediately dismissed from the society with no opportunity for reapplication.
• Exemplifying DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence and Service and Health at all times. If a student fails to adhere to these values, they may be dismissed from the chapter.

Once a member has completed the above requirements, the individual will be inducted into an honor society.  One must remain in good academic and behavioral standing to remain an active member. Any student that falls below standing will enter probation status until they fulfill their expectations for good standing. Seniors who do not maintain their standing during their spring semester will forfeit their honor society cords at the graduation ceremony.

French Honor Society

Chapter Advisor: Mme Heather Meindl

Société Honoraire de Français (French Honor Society) is an academic honorary organization that represents upper level students who demonstrate their passion for French language and culture. Students are actively involved in organizing cultural events, peer tutoring, and various service projects within the community. Société Honoraire de Français values leadership, service, and dedication to French language culture. Candidates must meet high academic criteria in French and be in good standing throughout their high school career.

The standards used for selection and maintaining membership are:

• Enrollment in French 3 or higher and must be actively enrolled in at least a fourth semester of French. 
• Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors only. 
• Must be enrolled in (or intend to be enrolled in) French for all four years of high school*
• Maintain a minimum cumulative weighted 3.5 GPA 
• Maintain a minimum weighted 3.75 GPA in French classes
• Participation in 15 hours of specific FHS service opportunities/events, five of which must be completed directly with FHS, prior to March 14, 2025.
• Receive four participation points prior to March 14, 2025. 
• Members are expected to be present at all meetings and communicate in a timely manner of any pre-scheduled conflicts. Tardiness at two meetings will qualify as an unexcused absence. Any student with three unexcused absences at monthly meetings will be dismissed from the application process and/or chapter. 
• Any honor society student who receives a Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention will be put on probation. A second Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention within a given school year will result in a student’s dismissal from the society.
• Any new applicant with an existing Tier 3 violation will be denied acceptance to the society. Any student who receives a Tier 3 violation during the school year will be immediately dismissed from the society with no opportunity for reapplication.
• Exemplifying DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence and Service and Health at all times. If a student fails to adhere to these values, they may be dismissed from the chapter.

Once a member has completed the above requirements, the individual will be inducted into an honor society.  One must remain in good academic and behavioral standing to remain an active member. Any student that falls below standing will enter probation status until they fulfill their expectations for good standing. Seniors who do not maintain their standing during their spring semester will forfeit their honor society cords at the graduation ceremony.

Spanish Honor Society

Chapter Advisor: Profe. Clare Jorgensen

Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (Spanish Honor Society) is an academic honorary organization that represents upper level students who have shown their commitment to the language through academic excellence. Through cultural events and peer tutoring, our members are dedicated to promoting the study of the Spanish language and the culture of Hispanic countries. Candidates must meet high academic criteria in Spanish and be in good standing throughout their high school career.

The standards used for selection and maintaining membership are:

• Enrollment in Spanish 3 or higher and must be actively enrolled in at least a third semester of Spanish. 
• Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors only. 
• Must be enrolled in (or intend to be enrolled in) Spanish for all four years of high school*
• Maintain a minimum cumulative weighted 3.5 GPA 
• Maintain a minimum weighted 3.75 GPA in Spanish classes
• Participation in 15 hours of specific SHS service opportunities/events, five of which must be completed directly with SHS, prior to March 14, 2025.
• Receive four participation points prior to March 14, 2025. 
• Members are expected to be present at all meetings and communicate in a timely manner of any pre-scheduled conflicts. Tardiness at two meetings will qualify as an unexcused absence. Any student with three unexcused absences at monthly meetings will be dismissed from the application process and/or chapter. 
• Any honor society student who receives a Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention will be put on probation. A second Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention within a given school year will result in a student’s dismissal from the society.
• Any new applicant with an existing Tier 3 violation will be denied acceptance to the society. Any student who receives a Tier 3 violation during the school year will be immediately dismissed from the society with no opportunity for reapplication.
• Exemplifying DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence and Service and Health at all times. If a student fails to adhere to these values, they may be dismissed from the chapter.

Once a member has completed the above requirements, the individual will be inducted into an honor society.  One must remain in good academic and behavioral standing to remain an active member. Any student that falls below standing will enter probation status until they fulfill their expectations for good standing. Seniors who do not maintain their standing during their spring semester will forfeit their honor society cords at the graduation ceremony.

National Chinese Honor Society

Chapter Advisor: Dr. Jing Gao

全美中文荣誉学会 (National Chinese Honor Society) is a scholastic organization that promotes and recognizes students studying the Mandarin Chinese language who demonstrate citizenship, leadership, and community service. The purpose of NCHS is to encourage its members to become life-long learners in order to gain a better understanding of Chinese language and culture, as well as to play an active role as contributing global citizens in the twenty-first century. Candidates must meet high academic criteria in Mandarin and be in good standing throughout their high school career.

The standards used for selection and maintaining membership are:

• Enrollment in Mandarin 3 or higher and has completed at least four semesters of Mandarin.  
• Juniors, and Seniors only. 
• Must be continually enrolled in Mandarin for at least six semesters.
• Maintain a minimum cumulative weighted 3.5 GPA 
• Maintain a minimum weighted 3.75 GPA in Mandarin classes
• Participation in 15 hours of specific NCHS service opportunities/events, five of which must be completed directly with NCHS, prior to March 14, 2025.
• Receive four participation points prior to March 14, 2025. 
• Members are expected to be present at all meetings and communicate in a timely manner of any pre-scheduled conflicts. Tardiness at two meetings will qualify as an unexcused absence. Any student with three unexcused absences at monthly meetings will be dismissed from the application process and/or chapter. 
• Any honor society student who receives a Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention will be put on probation. A second Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention within a given school year will result in a student’s dismissal from the society.
• Any new applicant with an existing Tier 3 violation will be denied acceptance to the society. Any student who receives a Tier 3 violation during the school year will be immediately dismissed from the society with no opportunity for reapplication.
• Exemplifying DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence and Service and Health at all times. If a student fails to adhere to these values, they may be dismissed from the chapter.

Once a member has completed the above requirements, the individual will be inducted into an honor society.  One must remain in good academic and behavioral standing to remain an active member. Any student that falls below standing will enter probation status until they fulfill their expectations for good standing.  Seniors who do not maintain their standing during their spring semester will forfeit their honor society cords at the graduation ceremony.

Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society

Chapter Advisor: Mr. Joseph Hohrein

Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of social studies. The organization also provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in the subject. Rho Kappa students are encouraged to expand their interest in, understanding of, and appreciation of social studies, while meeting high academic standards. Candidates must meet high academic criteria in their social studies courses and be in good standing throughout their high school career.

The standards used for selection and maintaining membership are:

• Current junior or senior
• Maintain a minimum cumulative weighted 3.5 GPA 
• Maintain a minimum weighted 3.75 GPA in Social Studies classes
• Must be enrolled in social studies courses for all four years of high school, including at least one social studies elective (AP and IB courses qualify)
• Participation in a minimum of 15 hours of approved service opportunities, 5 of which must be completed directly with Rho Kappa, prior to March 14, 2025.
• Active participation in all required Rho Kappa events and activities
• Members are expected to be present at all meetings and communicate any pre-scheduled conflicts in a timely manner. Tardiness at two meetings will qualify as an unexcused absence. Any student with 3 unexcused absences at SHS meetings will be dismissed from the chapter. 
• Any honor society student who receives a Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention will be put on probation. A second Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention within a given school year will result in a student’s dismissal from the society.
• Any new applicant with an existing Tier 3 violation will be denied acceptance to the society. Any student who receives a Tier 3 violation during the school year will be immediately dismissed from the society with no opportunity for reapplication.
• Exemplifying DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence and Service and Health at all times. If a student fails to adhere to these values, they may be dismissed from the chapter.

Once a student has completed the above requirements, the individual will be inducted into an honor society.  Members must remain in good academic and behavioral standing to remain active. Any student that falls below standing will enter probation status until they fulfill their expectations for good standing. Seniors who do not maintain their standing during their spring semester will forfeit their honor society cords at graduation.

National Art Honor Society 

Chapter Advisor: Ms. Victoria Aguilar

Membership in the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) is one of the highest honors that can be awarded to a high school art student. NAHS is more than an art club; the organization provides a place where student artists can explore their ideas, challenge their technical skills as an artist as well as become an active member in the Chicago Art community. Candidates must also meet high academic criteria and be in good standing throughout their high school career.

The standards used for selection and maintaining membership are:

• Submit a portfolio of at least 5 pieces (PDF of a google slides presentation) that exemplify a student’s strong technical art skills. Students may also be asked to bring the physical pieces of art to an in-person interview.
• Drawing/Painting (this includes digital work as well!)
• 3D/Textiles artwork
• Photo/Film
• Completion of a Visual Art class, with a minimum grade of 3.75 GPA in all completed art classes
• Maintain a minimum cumulative weighted 3.5 GPA 
• Participation in a minimum of 15 hours of approved service opportunities, 5 of which must be completed directly with NAHS, prior to March 14, 2025.
• Participation in the end of the year art show, meeting honor society art standards as dictated by the chapter advisor
• Members are expected to be present at all meetings and communicate any pre-scheduled conflicts in a timely manner. Tardiness at two meetings will qualify as an unexcused absence. Any student with 3 unexcused absences at AHS meetings will be dismissed from the chapter. 
• Any honor society student who receives a Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention will be put on probation. A second Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention within a given school year will result in a student’s dismissal from the society.
• Any new applicant with an existing Tier 3 violation will be denied acceptance to the society. Any student who receives a Tier 3 violation during the school year will be immediately dismissed from the society with no opportunity for reapplication.
• Exemplifying DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence and Service and Health at all times. If a student fails to adhere to these values, they may be dismissed from the chapter.

Once a member has completed the above requirements, the individual will be inducted into an honor society.  One must remain in good academic and behavioral standing to remain an active member. Any student that falls below standing will enter probation status until they fulfill their expectations for good standing. Seniors who do not maintain their standing during their spring semester will forfeit their honor society cords at the graduation ceremony.

Science National Honor Society

Chapter Advisor: Ms. Claire Kaminski

Membership in Science National Honors Society (SNHS) recognizes and celebrates students who have excelled in the field of science. Membership supports high school juniors and seniors in pursuing interest in science, promotes academic excellence, and motivates these students to strive for success in their scientific pursuits. Candidates must meet high academic criteria and be in good standing throughout their high school career.

The standards used for selection and maintaining membership are:

• Maintenance of a cumulative weighted 3.75 GPA in all Science courses
• Must be enrolled in a Science course for all four years of high school
• Must be enrolled in an honors and/or AP science class by 11th grade
• Maintain a minimum cumulative weighted 3.5 GPA
• Participation in a minimum of 15 hours of approved service opportunities, 5 of which must be completed directly with SNHS, prior to March 14, 2025.
• Participation in the end-of-year Science Fair held at DePaul Prep, meeting honor society science standards as dictated by the chapter advisor.
• Members are expected to be present at all meetings and communicate any pre-scheduled conflicts in a timely manner. Tardiness at two meetings will qualify as an unexcused absence. Any student with 3 unexcused absences at SHS meetings will be dismissed from the chapter. 
• Any honor society student who receives a Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention will be put on probation. A second Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention within a given school year will result in a student’s dismissal from the society.
• Any new applicant with an existing Tier 3 violation will be denied acceptance to the society. Any student who receives a Tier 3 violation during the school year will be immediately dismissed from the society with no opportunity for reapplication.
• Exemplifying DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence and Service and Health at all times. If a student fails to adhere to these values, they may be dismissed from the chapter.

Once a member has completed the above requirements, the individual will be inducted into an honor society.  One must remain in good academic and behavioral standing to remain an active member. Any student that falls below standing will enter probation status until they fulfill their expectations for good standing. Seniors who do not maintain their standing during their spring semester will forfeit their honor society cords at the graduation ceremony.

Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society)

Chapter Advisor: Mr. Peter Sisto

Mu Alpha Theta recognizes and celebrates students who have excelled in mathematics. The organization supports junior and senior high school students in pursuing interest in math both in and out of the classroom. The honor society also promotes academic excellence, and motivates these students to strive for success in their mathematics pursuits. Candidates must meet high academic criteria and be in good standing throughout their high school career.

The standards used for selection and maintaining membership are:

• Maintenance of a weighted 3.75 GPA in all Math courses
• Must be currently enrolled in an honors, AP, or IB math course
• Maintain a minimum cumulative weighted 3.5 GPA
• Participation in a minimum of 15 hours of approved service opportunities, 5 of which must be completed directly with Mu Alpha theta, prior to March 14, 2025.
• Participation in all Mu Alpha Theta projects as directed by the advisor, meeting honor society math standards as dictated by the chapter advisor
• Members are expected to be present at all meetings and communicate in a timely manner of any pre-scheduled conflicts. Any student with three unexcused absences at monthly meetings will be dismissed from the application process and/or chapter.
• Any honor society student who receives a Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention will be put on probation. A second Tier 2 violation and/or Saturday detention within a given school year will result in a student’s dismissal from the society.
• Any new applicant with an existing Tier 3 violation will be denied acceptance to the society. Any student who receives a Tier 3 violation during the school year will be immediately dismissed from the society with no opportunity for reapplication.
• Exemplifying DePaul College Prep’s Core Values of Faith, Respect, Excellence and Service and Health at all times. If a student fails to adhere to these values, they may be dismissed from the chapter.

Once a member has completed the above requirements, the individual will be inducted into Mu Alpha Theta. Any active member that falls below standing will enter probation with the goal of meeting expectations for continued membership. Seniors who do not maintain their standing during their spring semester will forfeit their honor society cords at the graduation ceremony.