Sponsors: Robert Kennedy, Ashley Coon

Hereford High was awarded the first Charter for the Science National Honor Society in Maryland this year. To be eligible, students must be Juniors or Seniors, have taken a G/T or AP class in Science and have a 3.5 average in Science and a 3.0 overall. They are also expected to demonstrate exemplary behavioral traits and participate in a SNHS project to be determined by the members.

The first induction ceremony was held on Tuesday, May 10. SNHS welcomed Dr. Nancy Grasmick, Maryland superintendent, and Marina Harrison, Miss Maryland for 2005.

Objectives:

• Encourage and recognize scientific and intellectual thought
• Advance the students’ knowledge of classical and modern science
• Communicate with the scientific community
• Aid the civic community with its comprehension of science
• Encourage students to participate in community service
• Encourage a dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge that benefits all humankind

SNHS Website