King Philip History & Social Sciences Honour Society (KPHSSHS) is the academic extra-curricular organization dedicated to promoting the study of history and the social sciences (Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Political Science & Government, Economics) to and by exceptional students seeking a well-rounded, in-depth academic experience in the aforementioned subjects beyond the typical classroom setting. Students interested in joining the KPHSSHS should read the membership requirements on-line below. Meetings of the KPHSSHS are held monthly. For further details, interested students should contact the Advisor.
Enrolling New Members
Membership in the King Philip History & Social Sciences Honor Society (herein after known as the KPHSSHS) is an honor bestowed upon a student for their accomplishments in the field of history and the social sciences (psychology, government/political science, ethics, sociology, criminal justice, economics, geography, anthropology, archeology) and overall academic achievement. A faculty selection committee confers membership on qualified students. The committee includes the chapter faculty sponsor and other faculty from the school.
Member Selection
Each candidate for membership shall be selected based on the following criteria:
- Have been in attendance in King Philip Regional High School for the equivalent of one semester prior to being considered (If a special or unique circumstances merit, the high school administration may waive the semester requirement, providing a letter of explanation to the KPHSSHS Advisory Council).
- Have completed two years of required coursework by junior year and must complete at least three years of required coursework and one additional semester, in the form of an elective, during senior year. The minimum accumulative grade percentage for these courses must be 90%. *(Three required history courses, plus at least one social studies elective.) *Students that have taken AP will be accepted with an overall average of 87%
- Have an overall cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 or the numerical equivalent.
- Candidates achieving the minimal GPA requirements may apply for membership into King Philip History & Social Sciences Honor Society. The applicant will need to document participation in activities and demonstrate civic engagement in school or community and their desire and aspiration to be a member of the organization.
- Selection of eligible students and their election to the organization shall be determined by the faculty advisor, faculty selection committee, and the high school administration. Candidates must meet the GPA, history & social sciences course completion requirements and the application requirements listed above.
Induction of New Members
The KPHSSHS Council has designed and execute an appropriate ceremony for the induction of its new members. The procedures and proceedings for this ceremony have been determined by the governing council, the advisor, and the high school administration. Newly inducted members shall receive their membership certificates and any other appropriate King Philip History & Social Sciences Honor Society materials when their membership has been affirmed at the end of the year.
