Story by Chris Engelhardt:
In what made for a fitting and memorable ceremony, a total of 84 new members were inducted into the Lynbrook Chapter of the National Honor Society last week.
New members, taken from the ranks of Lynbrook High School’s sophomore and junior classes, were selected based on their ability to maintain high standards of scholarship, leadership, character, service and citizenship.
Inductees will now join their fellow members in upholding these principles by working to better their school and local community through civic involvement, volunteer activities, and adherence to the highest standards of morality and ethics.
“May you accept this award of induction into the National Honor Society by pledging yourself to seek the light of truth, to hold scholarly habits, to engage in worthy service, and to lead forward in all things that shall advance the welfare of our school, of our school district, of our community and of our society,” adviser Leonard Bruno said in his opening remarks.
New members were inducted and current members were recognized for their continued service and volunteerism as leaders of their community. NHS officers Russell Doloboff, David Katz, Allison Licciardi and Samantha Sitt officiated over the induction of new members.
“The new and returning members of this club have been chosen because they were more than just a number on a report card — they’re leaders of the school and the future of our well-respected club,” President David Katz said. “Please do not take the membership for granted. Continue to thrive in all that you do in Lynbrook High School and make your time here worthwhile.”
In what drew a rousing round of applause from the audience, Bruno announced that this year, Lynbrook High School seniors had been accepted to a total of 185 different colleges from across the country.
In addition, Bruno also made an honorary NHS presentation to health teacher Jane Colgan in recognition of her many years of service to the school. The recognition was especially meaningful as she is retiring at the end of the school year.
“The number of students being inducted is an impressive number,” Principal Joseph Rainis said in his congratulatory remarks. “Let service to others become part of who you are and what you do.”
The school’s brass ensemble provided a magnificent accompaniment for the entrance and recession of inductees. Those in attendance gathered at the end of the evening for a celebratory reception.
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