Our Lady of Lourdes Academy recognizes excellence in a variety of ways.  One of these is through induction to one or more of our 16 Honor Societies.  While each one focuses on a unique area and has specific criteria for induction and membership dues, all students are expected to maintain exemplary disciplinary and attendance records.

Below you will find a brief description and membership information for each of our Honor Societies.

Business Honor Society
Induction Dues: $0

The Business Honor Society is designed to recognize those members of DECA who truly excel in academic preparation and an eventual career in the business world. This group recognizes that in order to succeed as a true business leader, our members need to be well prepared in terms of their academics, career skills, and leadership development.

To qualify for membership to the Business Honor Society at Our Lady of Lourdes Academy the student must meet the following criteria:

  1. Students must have either completed (or currently taking) 3 business courses. Acceptable business courses are: Accounting I, Accounting II, Business and Entrepreneurship Honors, Business Law Honors, Introduction to Marketing, Leadership Skills Honors, Personal and Family Finance and Visual Communication.
  2. Students must be a member of the DECA Club (must be a member during the application year through graduation).
  3. Students must have an overall GPA of 3.25, with no grade lower than a “B” in a business course.
  4. Students will be judged on academic achievements, character, and service.

Selected students will be inducted in the annual Honor Societies Induction Ceremony.

To maintain membership, inductees must maintain the appropriate grade point average, be in good academic standing each quarter and observe all school rules and regulations.

Dance Honor Society
Induction Dues: $25

Nu Delta Alpha is a Dance National Honor Society which recognizes students who have shown outstanding achievement in the field of dance. Our goal is to contribute to the enrichment of these students by allowing them to utilize their talents to represent their school and community with excellence in dance. We aim to better serve our students by recognizing their commitment to the arts and in addition recognizing their scholarly achievements while participating in such a challenging dance program.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

1)    Students must be members of the dance team for two consecutive years.

2)    Students must have an overall GPA of 3.0.

3)    Be actively involved in dance performances at OLLA.

4)    Earn 30 points toward induction as a full member.

5)    Attend Nu Delta Alpha meetings and activities.

6)    Students must participate in two hours of off-site dance classes per week.

7)    Students must attend a professional dance performance twice a year.

8)    Students will be judged on academic achievement, character, and community service through dance.

9)    Eligibility must be approved by the dance director.

To maintain membership, inductees must complete at least 10 service hours related to dance in the community and be actively involved throughout their high school careers in dance activities at OLLA.

The Honorable Bertila Soto Chapter of the Florida Law Honor Society
Induction Dues: $30 annually

To qualify for membership to this chapter of the Florida Law Honor Society at Our Lady of Lourdes Academy, the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Junior or Senior standing with demonstrated integrity and outstanding achievement in law-related courses.
  • Students must complete a minimum of three (3) law-related courses and be currently enrolled in one of these law-related courses.
    Acceptable law courses include:

    • American Government, American Government Honors or AP American Government and Politics
    • Business Law
    • Civil Law
    • Constitutional Law
    • Criminal Law
    • Fashion Law
    • Media Law
  • Students must be an active member in good standing of the OLLA Law Club (must be a member during the application year through graduation).
  • Students must have an overall unweighted GPA of 3.25, with no grade lower than a B+ (87) in a law-related course.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 20 hours of community and volunteer service upon applying for induction.
  • Students will be judged on academic achievement, character, and service.

Eligible students will receive an application form to complete which will then be reviewed by members of the Social Studies department.

To maintain membership, inductees must maintain the eligibility requirements for induction to the FLHS, fulfill the required service hours, pay annual dues, and preserve a good disciplinary record.

French National Honor Society
Induction Dues: $10

The main objectives of this organization are to stimulate interest in the study of French; to promote high standards of scholarship; to reward high scholastic attainments; to create enthusiasm for an understanding of French culture and civilization; to promote and perpetuate Franco-American friendship, and to reward efforts toward furthering Franco-American solidarity.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Maintain an A- (90) average in French for a minimum of three consecutive semesters.
  • Maintain a 4.0 overall average at OLLA.
  • Intend to continue her studies in the language.
  • Receive an exemplary recommendation from her teacher.
  • Approval of the French teacher(s) and school administration (disciplinary/attendance record is considered)

To maintain membership in the French Honor Society inductees are required to enroll in an Honors or AP French course in their Junior and Senior years.  In addition, members are required to attend and participate in the Honor Society’s meetings and activities (3 or more absences will result in termination of membership in the Honor Society).

International Thespian Honor Society
Induction Dues: $35

The International Thespian Society’s purpose is to honor secondary school students for outstanding work in theater. The society’s focus is on the students, their achievements, involvement and access to theater arts instruction. Thespian membership is awarded on a democratic basis to all students who qualify according to the Society’s point system. One point represents approximately ten hours of excellent work. A student must earn ten points through participation in Thespian Society productions and competitions. Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Inducted students who seek to graduate with honor cords must remain members in good standing with the organization by attending general meetings and actively participating in at least one Thespian Society production or competition yearly.

Math National Honor Society
Induction Dues: $10

The Mu Alpha Theta chapter fosters interest in mathematics and recognizes students with high achievement in the mathematics courses in our school.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Overall cum GPA of 4.25 or higher
  • Sophomores or Juniors currently enrolled in Algebra II Advanced or Precalculus with Trig Honors more advanced course.
  • Achieve a cumulative Math average of 93 or higher with no final average below an 87.

To maintain membership, indictees must maintain a 4.25 cumulative GPA and be enrolled in and maintain grade average in their math courses as listed below;

• 87 or higher in Precalculus with Trig Honors
• 85 or higher in Precalculus with Trig Honors Advanced or Calculus Honors Advanced
• 83 or higher in AP Calculus or AP Stats

In addition, students must attend meetings/events of the honor society and fulfill the required service hours.

National Art Honors Society
Induction Dues: $10

The purpose of the National Art Honors Society is to inspire and recognize those students who have shown outstanding ability in art; foster excellence and a dedicated spirit to the pursuit of art; further creative abilities and talents of the Society’s members, as well as the school’s entire student art enrollment; aid members in working toward the attainment of their highest potential in an art area; bring art to the attention of the school and community; increase an awareness of art in relation to other areas of the school curriculum; and further aesthetic awareness in all aspects of the school’s total program. Membership in this is based upon art scholarship, service and character.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Completed (or currently taking) three semesters of art classes at OLLA (Studio Art I, Art II, Art III (Honors), AP Drawing, AP Art History, and/or 3D Art).
  • Maintain a minimum art scholarship of an A (93) in 3D Art, Studio Art I, II, and III and A- (90) in AP Art History and AP Studio Art.
  • Maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
  • Complete Service Hour required which include the completion of an original Personal Service Art Project in the community by each member of the society. This project must show the member’s commitment and dedication toward enhancing the community through the Visual Arts and the use of her personal artistic talents. The project and its accomplishments will be exhibited in the Art Show at the end of the year.

To maintain membership, inductees must pay dues and complete at least 10 service hours in the visual arts project before she graduates.

National English Honor Society
Induction Dues: $15

Sigma Tau Delta is the International English Honor Society and the sponsor of the National English Honor Society (NEHS) for high school students. The Our Lady of Lourdes Academy Kate Chopin Chapter of the NEHS restricts membership to eligible sophomores and juniors with achievement in their high school English courses. Students must also demonstrate character and avid interest in reading and writing.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Sophomore or Junior standing
  • Must have an overall GPA of 4.25
  • Currently enrolled in an English Honors or AP course
  • Completed a minimum of three semesters of Honors or AP English courses
  • Maintain an A (92) or higher average in each semester of Honors English for a minimum of three consecutive semesters or an A- (90) or higher average in each semester of AP English, with no final average lower than 92 for Honors English and 90 for AP English.
  • Approval of the English Dept. and school administration (disciplinary/attendance record is considered)

To maintain membership, inducted students from the classes of 2024 and beyond must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.25, a final average of A (92) or higher in Honors English courses or a final average of A- (90) or higher in AP English courses and complete required service hours.

National Honor Society
Induction Dues: $15

Membership in Bernadette Chapter of the National Honor Society of Our Lady of Lourdes Academy is open to students of the tenth, eleventh, and twelfth grades who possess in an outstanding manner the qualities of scholarship, character, leadership and service. Eligible students are inducted in either their sophomore or junior years.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Sophomore or junior standing
  • Cumulative average of at least 4.25.
  • Demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in the areas of leadership and service and must display exemplary character.

To maintain membership, inductees must continue to meet the requirements of the society as active members through their senior year.

Speech and Debate Honor Society
Induction Dues: $20 (This fee is included in NSDA membership dues)

In order to become members of the OLLA Speech and Debate Honor Society, students must achieve high marks in academics and dutiful performance in speech and debate. The student members must also meet the following criteria:

  • Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Abide by the Speech and Debate Society Code of Honor
  • Compete in at least three tournaments.

The more points earned for participating, the higher degrees and seals a debater may earn for her achievements.

Quill and Scroll
Induction Dues: $30.00

The Quill and Scroll is an International Honor Society for student journalists.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Sophomore, junior or senior standing
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher
  • Completed or enrolled in Yearbook 2, Yearbook 3, Journalism 1: Writing and Reporting, Journalism 2, Journalism 3, Broadcast Journalism 2, Broadcast Journalism 3 or Broadcast Journalism 4
  • Active participant in the production of the Grotto News, Le Flueve or OLLATV for one school year.
  • Recommendation from their advisors.

To maintain membership, inductees must continue to meet the requirements for eligibility and continue to perform for their publication at a high level.

Science National Honor Society
Induction Dues: $5.00

Membership to the Science National Honor Society is open to students who meet the following criteria:

  • Junior standing;
  • Unweighted cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher;
  • completed at least 4 semesters in honors or AP level science courses by the end of junior year; and
  • maintain an average of 85 or higher for all science courses taken at OLLA with no semester grade lower than an 80.

To remain eligible for the Honor Society, inductees must commit to enroll in an Honors or AP yearlong science course in senior year.  In addition, members must participate in at least 6 SNHS activities, meetings and/or events, to graduate as a member in good standing.

Social Studies Honor Society
Induction Dues: $20

Rho Kappa, the Social Studies Honor Society, is affiliated with the Florida Council for the Social Studies. It recognizes outstanding seniors in the area of Social Studies. Membership is restricted to eligible juniors and seniors who have demonstrated integrity and outstanding achievement in general academics as well as the Social Studies.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Junior or senior with demonstrated integrity and outstanding achievement in general academics as well as the Social Studies
  • Minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA
  • Minimum of five (5) completed semesters in the field of Social Studies and a commitment to complete at least eight (8)
  • Earned a minimum grade of A (93) in college preparatory Social Studies courses, A- (90) in honors Social Studies courses and B+ (87) in AP Social Studies courses (an exception may be given to students that have taken 2 or more AP Social Studies classes; a student may qualify if ONE of the AP classes has an 85 or above)
  • Approval of the Social Studies chapter advisors and administration.

To maintain membership, inductees must maintain the minimum eligibility requirements for induction to the Honor Society, complete eight (8) semesters of study (4.0 credits) in the Social Studies, fulfill the required service hours, pay annual dues, and preserve a good discipline record.

Spanish National Honor Society
Induction Dues: $25

The Juan J. Remos Chapter of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica, sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese, has its purpose to recognize high achievement in Spanish by students and to promote continuity of interest in Spanish and Latin American studies.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  1. Junior or Senior Standing currently enrolled in a Spanish course; or sophomores enrolled in AP Spanish Literature

  2. Maintain a 4.25 cumulative GPA

  3. Earned a minimum grade of A (93) or higher in all Spanish classes with no semester grade below a A- (90)

  4. Approval of the Dean of Students and current Spanish teachers

  5. Commitment to continue the study of Spanish.  Students who have completed the highest level of Spanish offered by the school, AP Spanish Literature, may remain in the Chapter as Active members.

To maintain membership, inductees must commit to enroll in an Honors or AP Spanish course in their junior and senior years, complete the service hours assigned, participate in activities sponsored by the school chapter and attend all meetings. Students who have completed the highest level of Spanish offered by the school, AP Spanish Literature, may remain in the Chapter as Active members through their participation in chapter meetings and completion of service hours.

Sports Medicine Honor Society
Induction Dues: $25

The purpose of this organization shall be to create enthusiasm for scholarship in the area of sports medicine and other fields directly related to sports medicine, to stimulate a desire to render service in the community, to promote leadership, and to assist in the development of character in the students of Our Lady of Lourdes Academy.

To qualify for induction and remain a “Member in Good Standing”, students must meet the following requirements:

  • Junior or Senior standing.
  • Scholarship: Students who have a cumulative GPA of 3.2 and an 87 or higher in each of the following courses: Sports Medicine I, First Aid, Health, and Personal Fitness. In addition, students must have completed Anatomy & Physiology with an 87 or higher or be currently enrolled in Anatomy & Physiology with a semester 1 average of 87 or higher and currently enrolled in Sports Medicine II or subsequent course.
  • Leadership: Students are expected to be resourceful, good problem solvers, idea-contributors, and promoters of the field of sports medicine. Leadership experiences can be drawn from school and community activities.
  • Character: Students of good character shall respect the rights, welfare, and dignity of all. They shall promote and maintain high standards of behavior, upholding principles of morality and ethics. Approval of moderator and administration.
  • Pledge, through written agreement, knowledge and understanding of requirements to continue as a member of the Honor Society.

To remain a “Member in Good Standing,” inductees must maintain the minimum eligibility requirements for induction to the Honor Society, continue enrollment in Sports Medicine related courses, fulfill the required service component, and preserve a good discipline record.

Tri-M-Music Honor Society
Induction Dues: $0

The chief aims of the Tri-M Music Honor Society are to foster greater interest in the arts and to provide wider opportunities for personal musical expression.

To qualify for membership the student must meet the following criteria:

  • Enrolled in a school-sponsored music ensemble and/or class for at least one semester of the current school year;
  • Maintained at least an overall 3.0 grade point average, with no grade lower than a B (83) in Music courses;
  • Demonstrated good character*;
  • Demonstrated leadership roles in both school and community;
  • Demonstrated music-oriented service roles in the school and community.
  • Eligibility is approved by the Tri-M chapter adviser.

*For the purposes of eligibility, Tri-M defines character as a person who demonstrates respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring, and citizenship.

To maintain active membership, students must be actively enrolled in a school music course or ensemble for at least one semester of the current year. Students who wish to graduate with cords must be active members in good standing at the time of graduation.