Advanced Placement (AP)

National Honor Society Al-Salam Day School ACP Constitution

Al-Salam Day School ACP Chapter

Preamble
The purpose of this chapter shall be to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and to develop character in the students of ADS ACP.

Article I: Name and Purpose
Section 1. The name of this organization shall be the ADS ACP Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS).
Section 2. The purpose of this organization shall be to promote the ideals of scholarship, service, leadership, and character as set forth by the National Honor Society.

Article II: Membership
Section 1. Membership in this chapter is an honor bestowed upon deserving students by the faculty, and shall be based on the criteria of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.

Section 2. Eligibility
a. Candidates eligible for selection to this chapter must be members of the sophomore, junior, or senior class.
b. Candidates must have been in attendance at the school for a period equivalent to one semester.
c. Candidates must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0.
d. Upon meeting the grade level, attendance, and GPA standards, candidates shall then be considered based on their service, leadership, and character.

Article III: Selection of Members
Section 1. The selection of members to this chapter shall be by a majority vote of the Faculty Council members appointed by the principal.
Section 2. The chapter advisor shall be responsible for overseeing the selection process.
Section 3. The selection of active members shall be held once a year during the second semester of the school year.

Article IV: Discipline and Dismissal
Section 1. Any member who falls below the standards of scholarship, leadership, character, or service may be considered for dismissal from the chapter.
Section 2. If a member’s cumulative GPA falls below the standard of 3.0, they will be given a written warning and a time period for improvement. If the GPA remains below the 3.0 standard at the end of the warning period, the student may be subject to dismissal from the chapter.
Section 3. Violations of the law or school regulations can result in immediate consideration for dismissal.

Article V: Officers
Section 1. The officers of the chapter shall be president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.
Section 2. Student officers shall be elected at the last meeting of each school year.
Section 3. A majority vote of the members present shall be necessary to elect any officer of this chapter.

Article VI: Executive Committee
Section 1. The executive committee shall consist of the faculty advisor, the chapter officers, and the Faculty Council members.
Section 2. The executive committee shall have general supervision of the affairs of the chapter.

Article VII: Meetings
Section 1. Regular meetings of this chapter shall be held by-monthly.
Section 2. Special meetings can be called by the chapter president or advisor.

Article VIII: Activities
Section 1. The chapter shall determine one or more service projects for each year.
Section 2. All members shall regularly participate in these projects.
Section 3. Each member shall complete at least 25 hours of service per year.

Article IX: Amendments
Section 1. This constitution may be amended by a two-thirds vote of the chapter, provided that the proposed amendment has been approved by the executive committee and the NHS National Council.
Section 2. By-laws consistent with this constitution may be established as necessary.

Article X: Approval
Section 1. This constitution has been approved by Principal Linda Hamad, NHS Advisor Ruba Abusharif, and Faculty Council Members.
Section 2. The NHS constitution shall follow the guidelines set forth by the national NHS constitution, with the above local amendments.

National Honor Society Chapter Bylaws

Article I: Name and Purpose

Section 1: Name

The name of this organization shall be the Al-Salam Day School ACP Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS).

Section 2: Purpose

The purpose of this chapter shall be to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and to develop character in students of Al-Salam Day School ACP.

Article II: Membership

Section 1: Eligibility

Membership is open to students in grades(10-12) who have met the following criteria:

A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher.
Demonstrated leadership, service, and character as evaluated by the Faculty Council members.
Candidates must be enrolled at Al-Salam Day School ACP for at least one semester.

Section 2: Selection Process

Eligible students will be notified and asked to submit a completed application form, including verification of service hours and leadership activities.
The Faculty Council at ADS ACP will evaluate candidates based on academic performance, leadership roles, community service, and character.
Selected students will be inducted at the annual induction ceremony determined by the principal and the school adviser.

Section 3: Membership Obligations

Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or above.
Complete a minimum of 25 hours of community service each school year.
Attend all chapter meetings and participate in chapter events.
Uphold the standards of scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

Section 4: Probation and Dismissal

A member whose GPA falls below 3.0 will be placed on academic probation and must raise their GPA by the next semester.
A member may be dismissed for failure to fulfill service requirements, uphold leadership, or demonstrate proper character.
The Faculty Council reserves the right to review and dismiss members for misconduct.

Article III: Officers

Section 1: Officer Roles

President: Presides over all meetings and represents the chapter at school functions.
Vice President: Assists the president and assumes leadership in the president’s absence.
Secretary: Records meeting minutes and manages member attendance and correspondence.
Treasurer: Manages the chapter’s financial affairs, including collecting dues and organizing fundraising activities.

Section 2: Election of Officers

Officer elections will take place annually at the last meeting of the school year.
Any member in good standing may run for office by submitting a nomination form.
Officers are elected by a majority vote of the active membership.

Section 3: Officer Removal

Officers who fail to perform their duties may be removed from office by a two-thirds vote of the active membership, with approval from the Faculty Advisor.

Article IV: Meetings

Section 1: Regular Meetings

The chapter will hold by-monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of each month during the school year.
Special meetings may be called by the President or Faculty Advisor as needed.

Section 2: Quorum

A quorum for meetings shall consist of a majority (more than 50%) of the active members.

Article V: Committees

Section 1: Standing Committees

Service Committee: Plans and organizes community service projects.
Fundraising Committee: Coordinates fundraising efforts for chapter activities and scholarships.
Social Committee: Plans chapter events, including the induction ceremony.

Article VI: Amendments

Section 1: Proposal of Amendments

Amendments to these bylaws may be proposed by any active member in good standing.
Proposed amendments must be submitted in writing to the Faculty Advisor and reviewed by the Faculty Council.

Section 2: Approval of Amendments

Amendments must be presented at a regular meeting and voted on at the next scheduled meeting.
A two-thirds majority vote of the active membership is required for an amendment to pass.

Article VII: Faculty Council and Faculty Advisor

Section 1: Faculty Council

The Faculty Council will consist of five faculty members appointed by the principal. The Council oversees the selection, discipline, and dismissal of members.

Section 2: Faculty Advisor

The Faculty Advisor will be appointed by the principal and shall oversee chapter activities, ensure compliance with school and NHS policies, and serve as a liaison between the chapter and the school administration.