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considered a member in good standing of the Overbrook High School Chapter of the National Honor Society.
Should, however, the student prove deficient in one or more of the areas above, their case will be presented to
the Faculty Council for consideration for possible dismissal. In order to receive a National Honor Society stole
for the commencement ceremony, Seniors will be given a final evaluation prior to graduation to determine their
final standing. If any of the indicated criteria are not met, the member will not receive a stole for the
commencement ceremony.

PART V: DISMISSAL OF MEMBERS

Only in very serious circumstances, or in situations where a member has failed to, after being given ample
opportunity, demonstrate the ideals of service, character, leadership and scholarship, will a student be
recommended for dismissal from the Overbrook High School Chapter of the National Honor Society. Possible
reasons for the bringing of dismissal proceedings include, but are not limited to:

● Failure to, after receiving warning and sufficient time to act accordingly, meet all of the
requirements for retention of members.

● Any violation of academic integrity (cheating, plagiarism, etc.).

● Serious disruption of a school activity.

● Theft.

● Willful destruction of property, including vandalism and graffiti.

● The sale, use, possession or abuse of alcohol, drugs or other controlled substance.

● Flagrant disrespect or open defiance of authority.

● Harassment or violence directed towards another individual.

● Any act which endangers the welfare of another individual.

● The possession, use, sale of a weapon.

● Any violation of Overbrook High School policy.

● Exhibiting inappropriate behavior on any social media platform.

This list should by no means be considered all inclusive. It merely indicates common reasons for dismissal
from the National Honor Society. There are certainly other possible circumstances that could lead to the
dismissal of a member. Also, it should be noted that the items listed as possible grounds for dismissal apply to
behavior of students both at school and outside of school.

In most cases a member will have received written notification of concerns affecting their standing in the
National Honor Society. Usually a probationary period will ensue in which the member may act to improve
their standing.

In certain circumstances a student may be considered for dismissal without the granting of a written warning or
a probationary period. Generally these special situations arise when a flagrant violation of school rules or state
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