Lansing High School recently celebrated a milestone with the induction of the first nine members into the Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society -Lansing Lions Chapter.
On April 23, Lansing High School officially became just the fourth school district in Kansas to establish a chapter of the National Social Studies Honor Society (NSSHS), recognizing students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and leadership in the field of social studies.
Membership in Rho Kappa is considered both an honor and a privilege. Students selected for induction represent the highest level of academic excellence in social studies among high school students. In addition to their classroom success, members are committed to promoting the study of history and social sciences through volunteer service, leadership opportunities, and enrichment activities connected to the field of social studies.
“These students all showed their willingness to uphold all the membership responsibilities, meet the academic requirements and represent themselves by the standards expected of a Rho Kappa Honor Society member and Lansing student.” said Lansing High School social studies teacher and chapter sponsor Candace Scillieri.
The inaugural members of the Lansing Lions Chapter of Rho Kappa are:
Emalie Araujo
Mario Gianunzio
Owen Kannaday
Christopher Klingman
Sophie McNeill
Ivy Nguyen
Lillianna Vaca
Whitney Welsh
Alicen Yedlinsky
Their academic excellence in social studies and commitment to community service helped distinguish them as outstanding candidates for membership.
As members of Rho Kappa, these students will continue to expand their learning beyond the classroom while serving their school and community through activities that promote civic engagement, historical understanding, and the importance of the social sciences.
Congratulations to these students on this outstanding achievement and for helping establish a new tradition of excellence at Lansing High School.