Serving more than 25,000 Florida middle and high school students, the National Achievers Society (NAS) recognizes the academic excellence and cultural accomplishments of middle and high school students in Pinellas County. You may be the next great success story.
The National Achievers Society wants to play a role in that story by:
- Providing an alternative to athletic rewards
- Introducing the academic, cultural and social contributions of minorities
- Connecting with adult mentors
- Encouraging community involvement and cultural awareness
NAS student qualifications
- Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA with at least two A's and only one C (unless the C is in an advanced or honors class).
- Demonstrate a positive example to others students
- Be active in your community
- Or be recognized for artistic talent and winning competitions at the regional, state or national levels
NAS student requirements:
- Be sponsored by an adult (parent, principal or a counselor). Sponsors agree to attend the induction ceremony, purchase the Achiever's jacket, lapel pin and T-shirt (about $55) as part of the application and serve as a significant presence and academic influence in the student's life
- Complete a community service project
- Attend the annual state conference for NAS students
The Florida Education Fund, under the leadership of Lawrence Morehouse, is committed to the model and belief that the Center of Excellence program should permeate every community in Florida.