This is the essay that got me into the National Honors Society and it was based on leadership skills. I took out some detials and others can fill in the appropriate details "But of a good leader, who talks little: when his work is done, his arm fulfilled, they will say ‘Our work is done.’" -Lao Tse One of the standards of the National Honors Society is that of leadership. Members are expected not only …showed first 75 words of 512 total…

…showed last 75 words of 512 total…finished the grueling 3.1 mile course for the first time in two years. While leadership does require taking a stand to guarantee success, it is also calls for a compassionate heart, someone who is willing to take time out to insure the happiness of those who follow. I have learned many lessons while holding my positions at [SCHOOL} and feel that I have demonstrated through my accomplishments the National Honor Society ideal of leadership. Word Count: 512