One of the standards of the National Honors Society is that of leadership. Members are expected not only to strive to improve their social environment, but act as a role model, and influence his or her peers in a positive and responsible manner. Students must also balance assertiveness with a compassionate heart. Through my experiences as an editor on the newspaper and captain of the {ENTER SPORTS TEAM HERE], I believe that I demonstrate the …showed first 75 words of 453 total…

…showed last 75 words of 453 total…started and finished the grueling 3.1 mile course for the first time in two years. While leadership does require taking a stand to guarantee success, it is also calls for a compassionate heart, someone who is willing to take time out to insure the happiness of those who follow. I have learned many lessons while holding my positions at [SCHOOL} and feel that I have demonstrated through my accomplishments the National Honor Society ideal of leadership.