By: Izabella Hotz and Destiny Cannon
February 20, 2020
The chapters of the National Art Honor Society, Spanish National Honor Society, and National Honor Society held their induction for the new nominees.
The ceremony started with introductions by Principal William Wingler and both past and current members of the societies. The heads of the organizations are Mr. Christopher Kaspar for the National Art Honor Society, Mr. Chris Ross for the National Honor Society, and Mrs. Jacalyn Holko for the first year of the Spanish Honor Society.
The returning members as well as the directors gave speeches on what the societies are and some of the qualifications for being eligible.
Each chapter introduced the inductees with slides explaining various information on the selected students. They then signed their names in their respective books and received certificates and/or candles.
Every induction ceremony concluded with an oath, and once all three were finished, there was a small reception in the lobby of the auditorium with sweets.
The ceremonies were formal but delivered with care. Each slide was compiled to show off the inductees’ talents and achievements, and the National Honor Society’s induction even included teacher’s remarks about each inductee.
Mr. Kaspar stated, “[I’m] proud that they have dedicated their time and skills to grow and to become better artists.”
We spoke to a few inductees the night of the ceremony, and all of them told us that it was very honoring and humbling to receive this honor.
Junior Spanish inductee Jessica Strimpel said, “It feels like all my hard work is paying off.”
Mr. Ross mentioned that, “It’s my 14th year as a counselor, so it’s cool to see everybody grow. I’m just there to be their cheerleader.”
Mrs. Holko had her own thoughts on the progress of her students, sharing, “For me, it’s exciting to watch them come back and explain to me what they’ve done with the language. I always like to hear those success stories.”
This was a big night for the inductees, and the faculty here at BHS is extremely proud of their students.
Everyone inducted should be proud of how far they have come.
Congratulations to all!
THE RETURN OF THE EYE 