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Illinois Principals Association

Bring Nationally Recognized Student Leadership Programs to Illinois Schools

Schools that invest in student leadership programs create opportunities for students to develop the skills, confidence, and habits needed to make a lasting impact. NHS, NJHS, NEHS, and NASC provide effective frameworks for promoting scholarship, service, leadership, citizenship, character, and student voice.

Recognize achievement, develop leaders, and strengthen your school community through our student leadership programs. Find the membership that's right for your school and start your chapter or council application today by using the link below.

✓ Nationally recognized programs ✓ Adviser training and resources ✓ Dedicated customer support ✓ Student leadership development
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (NHS)

$385/year
NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY (NJHS)

$385/year
NATIONAL ELEMENTARY HONOR SOCIETY (NEHS)

$84/year
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STUDENT COUNCILS (NASC)

$95/year

Empower high school students to excel in scholarship, service, leadership, and character while building a culture of achievement throughout your school.

  • Students are eligible for the prestigious NHS Scholarship program, which has awarded more than $30 million to outstanding student leaders since 1946.
  • Advisers can use the National Student Project Database with thousands of service-learning ideas.
  • Chapters can earn national recognition opportunities that elevate student achievement.

Develop middle level students into confident leaders through a program built on service, leadership, character, scholarship, and citizenship.

  • Students are eligible for the NJHS Outstanding Achievement Award, a $500 college savings plan.
  • Advisers can use the National Student Project Database with thousands of service-learning ideas.
  • Students can engage in leadership development experiences and national recognition opportunities.

Inspire students in grades 4–6 to become confident, young leaders through responsibility, leadership, scholarship, and service.

  • Students have access to a leadership webinar series designed specifically for elementary schools.
  • Advisers can use the National Student Project Database with thousands of service-learning ideas.
  • Chapters help build a culture of caring and service early in students' academic journeys.

Build a stronger student council and empower students to lead meaningful change in their school and community.

  • Students have access to effective frameworks, resources, and guidance for building and sustaining a high-impact student council.
  • Students can participate in the National Council of Excellence program and other national recognition opportunities.
  • Councils strengthen student voice, leadership, and engagement throughout the school community.

Every membership includes:

  • Adviser Resource Center. Access step-by-step guidance, program handbooks, sample bylaws, communication templates, and policy resources to help you confidently manage your chapter or council.
  • Adviser Online Community. Connect with advisers nationwide to share ideas, ask questions, discover best practices, and learn from experienced peers.
  • Dedicated Support Team. Receive personalized assistance from our Programs and Services Team whenever questions arise about membership, applications, chapter operations, or student recognition.
  • Professional Learning and Monthly Updates. Stay informed through adviser communications, webinars, and training opportunities designed to help you maximize your program's impact.
  • Recognition Resources. Visit our Student Program Store for official certificates, pins, regalia, and recognition materials to celebrate student achievement and leadership.
  • Effective Leadership Tools. Leverage resources developed by the National Principals Association to help students build leadership skills, strengthen service initiatives, and create a positive school culture.
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For more details, visit principals.org. Make sure to return to this page to submit your chapter application.