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What is the American Hebrew Academy Honor Society?
The American Hebrew Academy Honor Society is a prestigious program that acknowledges exceptional Jewish 8th and 9th grade students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, service to community, and character.
What criteria is used to select students and how are students nominated and chosen?
- Students must be Jewish 8th and 9th graders who have shown leadership potential
- Students must maintain a minimum of a B+/88 average
- Students must demonstrate emotional stability and maturity
- Students must excel in one or more of the following: sports, music, the arts, community service and/or Jewish involvement
- Students must be nominated by school personnel, a Rabbi or other Jewish community professional, camp director, a coach, and/or a family friend
- Students will be evaluated based on their academic performance, connection to Judaism, leadership skills and extra-curricular involvement
- Students must complete and submit the Student Application Form
- The American Hebrew Academy Honor Society Committee will gather to evaluate all nominees’ applications. Decisions will be rendered by January 20, 2012 and inductees will be notified by January 30, 2012. Each student inducted into the honor society will be invited to tour campus and to compete for one of five (5) merit-based scholarships to attend the American Hebrew Academy. While students are encouraged to consider the Academy for their high school career, it is not a requirement for membership in the Honor Society.
What are the benefits of being an American Hebrew Academy Scholar?
The American Hebrew Academy Honor Society differs from similar organizations as no fees are included in membership; instead the Society awards $80,000 each year in merit scholarships.
Students who are chosen for membership into the American Hebrew Academy Honor Society will be able to compete for and receive:
- Five (5) renewable $20,000 annual merit-based scholarships to attend the American Hebrew Academy (Day students will be eligible to receive $10,000 annual merit-based scholarship due to the price difference in tuition between boarding and day students)
Additionally, all inductees into the American Hebrew Academy Honor Society will receive:
- An award certificate designed by world-renowned Jewish artist Mordechai Rosenstein
- Acknowledgement by being featured in articles in local, national, and international publications
- An invitation to attend the American Hebrew Academy’s educational and fun-filled Scholars/Prospective Student weekend to be held on the Academy’s campus in March 2012
Will my mailing address be sold to other companies?
NO! We believe in protecting the privacy of all nominated students.
When do I need to submit my application for the American Hebrew Academy Honor Society?
Nominated students must submit complete applications, including a recommendation, student questionnaire and transcript, no later than January 10, 2012.
Where should I send the forms?
All forms should be sent to the American Hebrew Academy by fax, mail or email:
| Fax number: | (336) 217-7011 |
| E-Mail address: | mspielman@americanhebrewacademy.org |
| Mailing address: | American Hebrew Academy Honor Society Nominations Attn: Mark Spielman 4334 Hobbs Rd. Greensboro, NC 27410 |
When and how will the American Hebrew Academy Honor Society members be announced?
Inductees will be announced on January 30, 2012 and will receive a phone call and letter congratulating them and inviting them to compete for one of the five scholarships to attend the American Hebrew Academy.
How will being part of this Honor Society help me in the future?
Students will be able to list this award on any application and/or resume as it is a prestigious award for which only a select few will be chosen. Honor Society members will have the opportunity to compete and receive one of five $20,000 annual merit-based scholarships to attend the American Hebrew Academy.
How do I apply for the Honor Society?
Students must be nominated by either a school official, a Rabbi or other Jewish community professional, camp director, a coach, and/or family friend. Nominators can recommend students by visiting www.AHAHonorSociety.org and completing the Adult Recommendation Form. Once a student is nominated they will need to complete the student application which can be found on our homepage.
If I am selected as an American Hebrew Academy Honor Society scholar, do I need to complete a separate application for admission into the American Hebrew Academy?
Yes, all honor society members will need to complete the Academy application.
What is The American Hebrew Academy?
The American Hebrew Academy is “America’s Premier Jewish Pluralistic College Prep Boarding School”. The Academy is for students in grades 9 through 12 and was founded in 2001. To find out more about this extraordinary school, please click the following link www.americanhebrewacademy.org.
What is the tuition for the 2011-2012 school year?
| Boarding: | $31,000 | |
| Day: | $19,000 |
Tuition Covers: All Instruction, room (boarders), meals (boarders and day students), use of a personal tablet computer, textbooks, individual school pictures, activity fees, athletic fees, mandatory health insurance (boarders), and transportation to local events. Additional fees apply for travel.
How do I apply for Admission to the American Hebrew Academy?
You may access the Academy’s application online at www.americanhebrewacademy.org/applying/howtoapply.asp. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a tour please contact our admissions department at (336) 217-7070.