Tinley Park High School NHS Chapter Wins National Award

For its exemplary record of leadership, service and efforts to improve the school and community, the National Honor Society NHS awarded Tinley Park High School the Chapter of Distinction award. NHS is supported by its parent organization, the National Principals Association (NPA), which also oversees the National Association of Student Councils.

“This recognition is a testament to the exceptional standard our members have set this past year," said Pietro Sansone, NHS Advisor at Tinley Park High School. "Together, they contributed over 3,000 hours of service, supporting clubs, activities, and events throughout our school while also giving their time to local churches, animal shelters, food pantries, and other community organizations.

“Their leadership went beyond individual projects. Last year, our members created, planned, and hosted the chapter's first Film on the Field fundraiser, a successful event that raised $1,000 for Tinley Wish and brought students and the community together. They also demonstrated scholarship and character in the classroom and hallways every day, setting an example for their peers and underclassmen. It has been a privilege to guide such a driven and compassionate group, and this award honors the many hours of consistent effort that often go unseen.”

"The NHS Chapter of Distinction Award celebrates chapters that truly embody what the National Honor Society stands for — students who don't just excel academically but actively strengthen their communities," said NPA CEO Ronn Nozoe. "The Tinley Park High School chapter demonstrates how powerful it can be when young leaders channel their talents toward meaningful service and positive change."

The NHS Chapters of Distinction is a national recognition program created by NHS to honor chapters that demonstrate strong leadership, sound operations and a deep commitment to the pillars of the Honor Society. This distinction recognizes chapters that meet all Essential Standards and excel in key areas such as student governance and leadership development.

About Bremen High School District 228

Bremen High School District 228 is located in the southwest suburbs of Chicago and serves the communities of Midlothian, Posen, Tinley Park, Markham, Hazel Crest, Country Club Hills and Oak Forest. District 228 serves over 5,000 students and employs 800 full and part-time staff members. Bremen High School, in Midlothian, opened its doors to students in September of 1953. Since then, District 228 opened three additional schools. Tinley Park High School opened in 1961; Hillcrest High School, in Country Club Hills, opened in 1967; and Oak Forest High School opened in 1970. For more information, please visit bhsd228.com/