Carrollton High School NHS inducts 30 new members

Thirty new members were inducted into the National Honor Society at Carrollton High School during an induction ceremony held Nov. 6 in the Performing Arts Center. 

The program opened with a welcome from Bailey Macke, NHS president, who also served as master of ceremonies for the evening. Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Macke introduced the evening’s speakers. 

Duval Citro, NHS vice president, spoke on the pillar of Scholarship; Lily Marteney, NHS secretary, addressed Service; Anthony Girdlestone, NHS treasurer, discussed Leadership; and Violet Burkholder, NHS historian, spoke on Character. Each of the four described how these core values guide the organization’s purpose and reflect the accomplishments and responsibilities of its members. 

The 31 current NHS members were introduced by advisor Jason Paxon. Macke then presented the 30 inductees, who took the National Honor Society Pledge before officially joining the Carrollton chapter. Macke also delivered closing remarks, commending the new members for their achievements and encouraging them to continue demonstrating the principles of scholarship, service, leadership and character. 

Music for the evening was provided by the Carrollton High School Chamber Chorus. Family members, school administrators, and faculty attended to celebrate the inductees’ accomplishments. 

The National Honor Society, founded in 1921, recognizes outstanding high school students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, leadership, service and character. Membership is considered one of the highest honors that can be awarded to a high school student.