NAHS Membership Contract

Dear prospective inductee,

After careful review of your portfolio, work ethic and character it has been determined that you are eligible for induction into the National Art Honor Society Tuesday, November 17^th 2009.  Participation in the N.A.H.S. is a mark of accomplishment that is recognized by the school community as well as college and universities.  National Art Honor Society members represent the problem solving creative minds of tomorrow.

While we congratulate you on your efforts thus far, we take this opportunity to remind you that in order to remain eligible for induction, it is required that you:

Participate in setting up for the N.A.H.S. Induction ceremony by:

-$7 fee for membership fee received by the first meeting Friday, October 23^rd.

-Submit your strongest artwork, matted and labeled with your name and the piece’s title on the back of the mat to Ms.Kane or Mrs. Grana NO LATER THAN Monday, November 11^th.

-Create 1 additional NEW portfolio piece on this year’s induction theme: Epigenesis (see details)

Epigenesis

1.  (geology), changes in the mineral composition of a rock because of outside influences,

2.  (biology) describes morphogenesis and development of an organism

3.  (creative intelligence) is the philosophical/theological/esoteric idea that since the mind was given to the human being, it is this original creative impulse,

Artworks will be used in the N.A.H.S. traditional Gift Exchange. Works must be completed and brought to the meeting Monday, November 9^th (Paper for artworks will be distributed at our first meeting.  Paper should be no larger than 7”x9” with a 2” border or a 5”x7” format for photographers.  Works may be color- photocopied if the artist wishes to keep the original.  Pre cut mats will be distributed at Novembers. meetings for display purposes)

It is also required that to maintain membership throughout the school year members must:
-  Participate in 12+ Art Service Club hours throughout this school year (or earn Art Service Club credits by participating in club events independently:  See Ms.Kane for details)
-  Maintain an honorable character, responsible attitude and Art G.P.A. (90+)
-  Participate in at least 3+ hours of Spring Arts Jury session in late May-June

All new and current members are asked to participate in a series of meetings to help plan this very special event.  Members are asked to clear their schedule for meetings held at 2:20 in the Art Center on the following dates::

Friday, October 23^rd                        First Meeting/ Officers/ Leadership Groups: Bring $7 fee

Friday, October 30^th                        Ceremony Organization and Publications Creation
Wednesday, November 9^th              Gifts and Publications:  Bring completed themed work

Wednesday, November 11^th            Mat and Publication Assembling:  Bring matted show piece

Monday, November 16^th                  Dress Rehearsal and show hanging

Tuesday, November 17^th                  Induction Ceremony:  Please wear black

Please read the contract carefully and if you are comfortable committing to the stated requirements,  we look forward to seeing your friends and family at the induction ceremony on:

Tuesday, November 17^th  at 7:30 in the Choir Room.

Sincerely yours,

The Faculty of Mepham’s Art Department