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Academic honor society, recognizing and serving the highest-achieving student scholars, with more than 2 million members. #BeHonoredBeMore

Atlanta, GA
Joined September 2011
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Apply for scholarships, attend events and webinars, network with your community. Learn. Lead. Change the world by accepting your invitation to join NSHSS today!
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Hey #Seniors2019 : This will be your last first day of high school ever! Enjoy all of your “lasts” this year as you get ready to embark on a new journey!
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As a high school honor society, we spend much of our time recognizing the best in our scholars and in our schools. Sometimes, we must stop and recognize all that our high school students must face. (thread)
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Junior year grades have a big impact as the last full year on your transcript before applying for college. Stay focused!
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Are you on track to be academically eligible to compete at an NCAA school? Find out @ncsa
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If you’re on the line between two grades, showing a little more effort in class can make a huge difference. Don’t zone out at the end of the year. Participation matters!
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Remember: It’s okay to say no. If you have a big test coming up, choosing to study is worth it.🤓
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Had a dip in grades because of a life event? Include that in the “additional information” section on #college applications.
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Don’t forget to thank your parents for their support!
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Please join us in wishing NSHSS Chairman Mr. Claes Nobel a very happy birthday! 🎂
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Need to focus on an assignment? Turn off social media until it’s done.
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A high #SAT score alone isn’t a guaranteed acceptance. Essays, recommendation letters and grades still matter!
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We're so excited to welcome YOU as an ambassador! 🙌
So excited to get my @nshss Ambassador packet and t shirt in the mail!
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Learn to accept feedback from your teachers. It will only serve to make you and your work stronger.
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“A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.” -Albert Einstein. Don’t let mistakes discourage you this year. They’re proof that you’re learning something new and challenging yourself.
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High school juniors: Do your #college visits THIS year so you can focus on applications NEXT year!
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Constantly distracted by social media when you’re studying? There’s an #app for that! 📱Try Offtime, Moment, Flipd, Freedom, Self Control, Cold Turkey, FocusMe, or Focus. #Lifehack
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Nearly 1 in 10 admissions officers say they had revoked an incoming student’s offer of admission because of what they found on social media.
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Help your teacher write a better letter of recommendation by telling her the #colleges to which you are applying, why you selected those colleges, and when the first deadline will arrive.
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Good luck to all of our members taking the #SAT today! Just take a few deep breaths, stay focused, and remember: you’ve got this!🤓
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In #college you won’t have a study period, so you should treat your breaks in between classes like one!
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Happy #Thanksgiving from everyone here at NSHSS!🦃
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Beat #procrastination by breaking your larger assignments down into smaller parts to make them more manageable. #college
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Stay healthy! If you don’t take care of yourself, it will make it a lot harder to get things done.
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Halfway through the week! Who's excited? #NSHSS #HumpDay
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Leo and NSHSS wish you a happy and safe #FourthofJuly ! 🇺🇸🎆🍔
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Congrats to you! We are excited for you to become a member! 🙌🎓👩‍🎓
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Many colleges and universities offer camps for high school students called pre-college summer programs which can help you get a feel for college life & give you ideas about what you’d like to study. #Seniors2019 #NSHSS
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Want to come to Scholar's Day, but can't make it to DC? Follow our story on Snapchat! (Username: NSHSS 👻)
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Thank-you notes not only acknowledge the help you've received, they also let you reflect on the path you've taken as you ponder your future.
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Not only does volunteering look good on a resume, it’s good for you too! Helping others can help you reduce stress and make you happier. #MakeADifferenceDay
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The best way to find out just how generous a #college might be is to explore its “net price calculator,” which is on the website for every college.
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To all of our members walking across the #graduation stage this weekend, congratulations! 🎓
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Whether you are marching, standing, or still working on understanding, we support #NSHSSstudents , peers and educators in their honest desires and earnest efforts to make our schools safe places to learn, to lead, and to change their world. #MarchForOurLives
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Juniors! It’s not too early to start looking at how you can get into your dream #school . Here are a few tips.
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Don’t worry about making friends in #college . Everyone is new and hoping to make friends, so you’ll be in good company.
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Remember: #College admissions weigh how relevant your electives are to the #major you want to study.
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The key to getting through #finals season is balance. Yes, you need to make time to study. You also need to take care of your body and mind.
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#ScholarsDay2017 is off to a great start! We're loving connecting directly with our members. #NSHSSEvents
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There's nothing wrong with choosing a modest local #college over a national university if it meets your needs.
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When you study hard, reward yourself. Self-motivation is the key to #timemanagement in #college
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On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence.
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NSHSS Ambassador Lachlan shares why he is glad he joined the National Society of High School Scholars
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Happy Birthday to NSHSS Scholarship Director Dr. Susan Thurman! 🎂🎉🎁
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Happy Birthday to NSHSS Chairman and Co-Founder Claes Nobel. The NSHSS family wishes you all the best, Uncle Claes! http://t.co/PwtgURU2Zx
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Congratulations to NSHSS scholarship recipients Maria Gonzales and ( @SMU Freshman) Nicole Shah! #NSHSSevents
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Applying to too many colleges may diminish the quality of your applications. Don’t overdo it.
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At NSHSS, we’re committed not only to our scholars but to the educators who help contribute to their success.
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Don’t bore the #scholarship committee. Imagine if you were reviewing hundreds of essays, what would make YOUR essay stand out from the rest.
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We love getting to hang out with our #NSHSS Ambassadors!
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A 4.0 isn’t the end-all for #college #admissions . Sometimes the classes you take matter more than the grade.
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Be authentic in your #college essays.
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Happy Father’s Day to all the awesome Dads out there!
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Spring has finally sprung (or so they say). Happy first day of #spring ! 🌷🌷🌷
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Studying for the #ACT ? @ScoreBeyond is offering NSHSS members free access to their #testprep tools! Learn more:
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#College freshmen, this one’s for you: You need to submit a new #FAFSA every year.
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As many of you know, today is the last day to accept your invitation to join NSHSS! We're receiving a high volume of calls and emails today, so there may be a slightly longer hold time if you're calling in or wait on email responses. Congratulations to all of our new members!
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Hanukkah, which means “dedication” in Hebrew, commemorates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.
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Briah B., NSHSS Ambassador, is spreading kindness at her high school! We love seeing our ambassadors doing what they can to make the world a better place. Nice work, Briah!
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Our hearts are with the students, families, educators and administrators of Santa Fe High School. We grieve with you, and we honor you for your strength and support of each other today and in the days ahead.
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Remember, at the end of the day, the most important part about #college is your #education . Even for athletes.🤓 #highered
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“There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe, nor politic, nor popular, but he must take it because conscience tells him it is right.” - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. #MLK50 #MLK50Forward #MLK50NCRM #MLK
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Congrats on all of your accomplishments! You are a super star! 🌟
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Chase is the co-founder of an award-winning book distribution project called “read. repeat.” focused on improving literacy rates, promoting inclusion, & helping the environment. 210,000 books have impacted the lives of more than 55,000 students in Hillsborough County, Florida.
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Remember: A #college admissions decision isn’t a pronouncement of your worth as a human being.
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NSHSS Counselor Appreciation Grant Winner Carri Hale stopped by our booth at #ASCA16 So nice to meet you in person!
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Stay safe in your travels to Washington, D.C. for #ScholarsDay . See you all tomorrow at the opening ceremony! #NSHSSEvents
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Have you applied to the "How I Got Into My Dream School" scholarship? Deadline is 7/15! Five $2k scholarships will be awarded!
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“Recently accepted into college, certified in Adobe Premiere Pro Accomplished Speech & Debate Accomplished Academic Decathlon, and competed twice in State UIL congress.”-Marya Lujan Odessa (TX), NSHSS member since June 2018 @BigRedBronchos
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Want to succeed in #college ? Pick a bedtime and stick with it.😴 Only you can give yourself routine.
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Making lists doesn’t just help you keep your assignments & deadlines on track, it can show you how you’re spending your time.
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Extracurricular activities that require leadership, like student government, youth leadership conferences, and volunteer opportunities for local campaigns are attractive to #colleges looking for the young leaders of tomorrow.
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One of the benefits of being an #NSHSS member is having access to a number of organizations and universities who partner with us to provide #scholarships , grants, and more!😎
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Our number 1 tip for surviving #college ? Take care of yourself. No matter how busy you think you are, you have time to take a five-minute break to take deep breaths and eat a snack or drink some water.
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No. 1 perk of getting a job in high school? Money that’s all your own.
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Congratulations to all of our seniors who will be graduating in the coming weeks! 🎓Good luck on all of your future endeavors. #Seniors2019
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Take a moment today to forgive and forget. Lead by example and make an overdue apology on #forgivenessday .
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#NSHSS Ambassador Tyler shares why she decided to joined the National Society of High School Scholars #networking
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NSHSS President James Lewis with Beverlee Partridge and @uwanews Pro Vice Chancellor Ian Watt at #EAIE2016
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Edit your #scholarship essays & follow directions. Take at least a 20 minute break between writing and editing.
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Once you join #NSHSS , you are a member for life & your full benefits extend from high school to college & beyond!
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Entrance to NSHSS requires strict eligibility criteria, which may include a 3.5 GPA or top 10% of your class.
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Pro #SAT Tip: If you’re thinking about having a little caffeine before the test, skip it unless you drink tea or coffee every morning.☕️ If you aren’t used to drinking it, then today isn’t the day to start.
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The first day of winter is officially here!
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One of the best reasons to go to #college ? Future financial security.
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Leaving the comfort of your high school friendships can be hard, but getting involved in a summer program at a #college near you can help you prepare for the big shift to a whole new group of friends. #Seniors2019 #FutureFocused
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a lot can happen in a year. ☺️💛 #NSHSS #nshssambassador
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If you want to make it through your first #semester of college, you’re going to need to use your calendar. Deadlines matter!📆
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Last year of high school? Make the most of it by trying something new!
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I graduated high school a year early & earned a full academic scholarship. I will be attending Jacksonville University @JacksonvilleU next school year!” Alexas McPherson, NSHSS member since February 2019
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“I graduated high school on May 20 as a CNA, and awarded a full tuition scholarship at Jackson State University, and I started college May 30 for free.” Reagan Myers, NSHSS member since July 2018
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Happy Birthday to National Society of High School Scholars co-founder, Claes Nobel - Senior Member of the esteemed Nobel Family (yes, the one from the Nobel prizes). Members, please join us in extending warm wishes on this special day! 🎂🎉
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Today is International #WomensDay ! To all of the strong, smart young women who are members of our organization, we see you, and #NSHSS wouldn’t be what it is without you.
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80 percent of #college students receive a discount through a combination of grants, private scholarships, federal student loans and work study.
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Congratulations to all of our 2018 #scholarship recipients! Did you know that #NSHSS awards more than $2,000,000 in scholarships annually? #HighSchool #Seniors2019
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Students with a family income of $50k or less qualify for Pell #Grants , but most are awarded to those with $20k or less.
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Colleges want to see 3 years of the same language in applicants. Consider this when examining your fall schedule!
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