The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) stands as a prestigious student organization committed to celebrating and promoting excellence in Career and Technical Education (CTE). Founded on the core principles of skill, integrity, honesty, responsibility, and service, NTHS is dedicated to recognizing the highest scholastic achievement among students pursuing technical fields.

The Society's mission extends beyond mere recognition; it actively works to foster a deep-seated commitment to personal excellence and professional growth in its members. By highlighting the accomplishments of top-performing students in various CTE pathways—from health sciences and information technology to engineering and skilled trades—NTHS helps to elevate the perception and importance of technical education.

Membership in NTHS is designed to provide a competitive edge. It prepares students for successful transitions into post-secondary education or the demanding, highly competitive modern workplace. Through scholarship opportunities, networking events, and community service projects, NTHS encourages students to develop not only their technical proficiencies but also crucial soft skills like leadership, communication, and ethical behavior, which are essential for long-term success.

 Transylvania County Schools Chapter Bylaws of

 THE NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY

ARTICLE I: MEMBERSHIP CRITERIA 

Membership in the Society and the local NTHS Chapter shall be composed of students enrolled in workforce education programs or majors, and who qualify for membership according to the regulations of the NTHS national office and the local chapter. Members may be from any and/or all occupational departments, programs or majors within the institution and must have been duly approved by the local chapter advisor or school administration.  Membership selection shall be made, at all times, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran’s status, or other protected class of the individual candidate for membership. 

Juniors or seniors under consideration as candidates for the Society, shall meet, at minimum, the following membership criteria: 

• Completion of a Career Technical Education (CTE) pathway. 

• Meet or exceed the following GPA criteria:  

  • A minimum overall 3.0 unweighted GPA 

  • A minimum overall 3.25 CTE specific unweighted GPA 

• Attendance; no more than 5 unexcused absences in a current course and in the prior semester proceeding NTHS induction. 

• Commendable character as demonstrated through 2 recommendations from teachers; 1 must be from a CTE teacher 

• No Out of School Suspensions and no more than 2 In School Suspensions during high school career

• Display leadership qualities/strong work ethic through active involvement in at least one or more of the following: 

  • Certification or credential attainment

  • Active Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) involvement 

  • Participation in work-based learning, job shadowing or internship 

ARTICLE II:  MEMBER INDUCTION 

The local chapter will hold an induction program for the new NTHS membership annually. The nature of the induction ceremony shall be respectful and conducted in order to bring maximum recognition to the school’s outstanding students. The NTHS membership induction shall include: 

• NTHS Mission Statement 

• Administration of the NTHS Pledge of Membership 

• Presentation of Membership Certificates 

ARTICLE III:  MEMBERSHIP DUES 

National membership dues are set by the NTHS National Board of Directors and may be adjusted on an annual basis. Membership dues will be paid by TCS CTE department for students that meet the criteria

ARTICLE IV:  MEMBERSHIP REVOCATION 

Members may have their membership revoked if the membership criteria is not maintained. 

ARTICLE V:  AMENDING THE BYLAWS 

These bylaws may be amended by the CTE administration with approval from the CTE director.