Maxie I. Turner Chapter of NHS inducts members

The Maxie I. Turner Chapter of National Honor Society at Canton High School held an induction ceremony Monday night, Nov. 9 in the Larry David Auditorium. 

Fifty new members participated in the candlelight ceremony.  Students are selected to be members in the National Honors Society based on scholarship, character, leadership and service. 

Chapter President Emily Nicks welcomed the new members and guest.  Vice-president, Samantha Oakley gave the invocation. 

CHS Principal Jarrod Bitter, introduced the 34 returning senior members and explained the significance of the National Honors Society. 

The new inductees lit their candles and Principal Bitter administered the NHS pledge.  Each new member received a certificate and signed his or her name in the registry book. 

NHS treasurer Lindsey Lamar lit the green candle and introduced Randall Yarber who spoke to the audience on the subject of character.

Vice President Samantha Oakley lit the gold candle and chose her father, Truman Oakley to speak on the importance of scholarship. 

Secretary Devin Hilsabeck lit the purple candle and introduced Max Callahan who spoke on the topic of leadership. Historian Madison Bass lit the red candle and introduced Dr. Gene Lindsey who then talked about the opportunities of service. 

The four top ranking sophomore honor students served as ushers.  They were Kristin Neystal, Riley Nicks, Charity Roberts and Grant Tullos. 

Processional music was provided by Emily Williams on the piano.  The Women’s League of Canton provided a l reception in the auditorium foyer and served cookies and punch.  

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