For the first time, CHS students will be able to enjoy being a part of the National Honor Society for German Students, called Delta Epsilon Phi (DEP). Available to German students who have completed more than three semesters, this society provides a terrific opportunity for students to be able to express and stand out amongst their peers. The society became available to students after German teacher Jennifer Tsai submitted a form to register her students for the National Honor Society.

“I think every one of my students are very unique and I want to highlight that and shows the world and their peers what they have done and maintained,” Tsai said.

DEP is part of the American Association of German Teachers (AATG) and is a National Honor Society that is one of two honor societies at CHS. Its goal is to help students build and create a foundation that connects both students and teachers. In order to join, students must meet certain requirements; students must have completed three semesters and have a minimum grade point average of 3.6 in German, and have an overall minimum grade point average of 3.0. The induction fee is $10 and $40 for both the fee and the tassel. For German students, this is a wonderful opportunity to bond together and form unique relationships.

The National Honor Society (NHS) began in 1921, established by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), while Delta Epsilon Phi National Honor Society for High School Students of German began in 1968 by Käthe Wilson as another section of the NHS. The NHS was the first official national honors organization established. The main goal is to help students develop a sturdy foundation, which they can use to build their plans for the future on, as well as develop skills on how to be an effective leader. The NHS has provided students opportunities and looks great on college applications, as well as resumes, because it shows that the particular student is involved in an academic club and is maintaining a level of integrity. This allows students to stand out from everyone else when being selected for scholarships, job sites, and prover there is superior knowledge in German.

“I think it is important when you are in a class for a long amount of time to be as involved as you can and learn more about the German culture and attitudes,” CHS junior, German student, and NHSDEP member Jessica MacLain said. “I’m excited to see what we can do in National Honor Society for German Students and what this year and next year will be like as well.”

Hopefully, the society will continue to flourish on campus as students begin to understand the importance of being in a community and see what a wonderful opportunity it is for students to stand out amongst their classmates. The society will surely create a successful atmosphere for students to grow in.