Social Studies Honor Society Invites Candidate Applications

Huntington High School academic honor societies are in the midst of soliciting candidate applications. Among the organizations seeking new members is Huntington’s chapter of Rho Kappa, the national Social Studies Honor Society.

Students who appear to meet the membership criteria are being encouraged to apply. Prospective members must be a junior or a senior and have an overall grade average of at least 85 with an unweighted social studies grade average of 90 or higher.

“Rho Kappa seeks to promote scholarship and recognize excellence in the field of social studies; provide opportunities for exploration of the field through local chapters; and encourage interest in and foster appreciation of the field,” Huntington faculty advisor Debora Balducci said. “Applicants to Rho Kappa must meet the membership criteria in addition to showing participation in activities that demonstrate civic engagement and a desire to be a member of the organization.”

Membership applications can be obtained from and returned to Ms. Balducci in person or via email at dbalducci@hufsd.edu. Applications can also be given to any social studies teacher or dropped off at the October 10 meeting of the Social Studies Honor Society in Room 214.

The National Council for the Social Studies started the Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society in 2011. Huntington High School has held 10 induction ceremonies since starting its own chapter of Rho Kappa.