On November 9, 2018, five new members were inducted into the Honor Society: Saylor Bane, Noah Lankford, Isaac Bouldin, Baker Dean, and Katrina Jackson.
We're looking forward to an eventful and enjoyable rest of the year!
West End Center - October 2018
No pictures were taken during this service project, since we had not yet elected our club officers, but on October 23, 2018, we went to the West End Center and provided tutoring help. It was a wonderful opportunity to be a blessing to the kids, workers, and other volunteers there!
To learn more about the West End Center for Youth and what they offer for children and their families, visit their website HERE.
To learn more about the West End Center for Youth and what they offer for children and their families, visit their website HERE.
West End Center Service Project - March 2018
On March 9, 2018, we had the opportunity of volunteering at the West End Center in Roanoke, VA. The West End Center works to provide developmental and educational tools to the children of the Roanoke Valley while seeking to provide a positive and nurturing environment. The West End Center also works to give local families and children with limited resources more opportunities to grow into productive and responsible adults. If you want to know more, you can visit their website at: https://www.westendcenter.org/
Induction Ceremony 2017
On October 27, 2017, Zachary Henderson was presented with a Certificate of Membership and inducted into the Honor Society.
End-of-Year Banquet - May 2017
On May 11th, 2017, the group hosted their annual end-of-year banquet to celebrate the graduates and the completion of the school year.
The Class of 2017 graduating seniors were: Taylor Caldwell, Andrew Droubay, Carson Farmer, Liam Jackson, and Andrew Phillips
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Speaker - April 13, 2017
Lola Cox went through school blind, worked for many years blind, and lived and successful and fulfilling life blind. We had the privilege to hear her speak about her experiences and what she had to do to live a normal life.
Rescue Mission Service Project - March 2017
The Rescue Mission is a ministry dedicated to helping hurting people in various ways. On March 30, 2017, we had the privilege of serving dinner to those in need. To find out more about the Rescue Mission, click here!
Speaker - March 9, 2017
Local business owner John Lipscomb spoke at our March meeting about his life and business in property management, as well as how to serve God through ordinary jobs.
Speaker - January 12, 2017
At our first meeting of the year, honor society alumni Ben Cordle, Micah Giraudeau, Andrew Norton, David Norton, Elizabeth Shannon, and Mary Shannon answered our questions about college.
Feeding America Food Bank Service Project - January 2017
One in eight people in Southwest Virginia are at risk of going hungry, a problem which Feeding America is looking to fix. On January 5, 2017, we were able to volunteer for them, sorting out food that was not safe to eat. Learn more about what they do here!
Saint Nick's Christmas Fair Service Project - December 2016
On December 3, 2016, we had the opportunity to volunteer for the Saint Nick's Christmas Fair at Jeter Farm. The event is run by Global Partners in Peace and Development with all the proceeds going to poor and impoverished children around the world. Find more information by clicking here!
Operation Christmas Child Service Project - November 2016
On November 17, 2016, Operation Christmas Child was in full swing at Salem Baptist Church. We loaded hundreds of gift-filled shoeboxes into larger cardboard boxes. Those boxes were, in turn, placed in a trailer to be sent to children in need around the world as a Christmas gift. For more information on Operation Christmas Child, visit them by clicking here!
West End Center Service Project - October 2016
On October 18, 2016, we had the privilege of volunteering at the West End Center, which provides the developmental and educational tools necessary to become responsible adults to more than 200 children every year. Visit their website by clicking here!
Induction Ceremony 2016
On October 13, 2016, Kristen Chick, Serena Freeland, and Ellie Maynard were inducted into the Honor Society.
Speaker - March 10, 2016
At our March meeting, Mr. Jim Soderberg spoke to us about presuppositional apologetics. He said that our presuppositions ask three questions: What is the nature of reality? How do we know what is true? How do we live life? From there he spoke on the presuppositional approach.
Speaker - February 16th, 2016
On February 16th, 2016, Mr. Keith Farmer spoke to us about the founding of his ministry, Straight Street. He spoke on the many difficulties in its start and ministry, while showing God's plan through it all. He challenged us to have faith in God as He works through our lives.
West End Center Service Project - February 2016
On February, 4th, 2016, we volunteered at the West End Center, which provides educational help to 200 children yearly, equipping them with the assets necessary to become responsible adults. As volunteers, we had the privilege to assist in this wonderful goal.
Speaker - January 14, 2016
On January 14th, Mr. Dwayne Westermann spoke to the Honor Society about his ministry, Godparents for Tanzania, which works with sponsors to provide college-level education to the underprivileged in Tanzania. His goal is to bring hope and to glorify God through the education of the poor.
Feeding America Food Bank Service Project - January 2016
On January 7th, we volunteered at the local food bank for Feeding America Southwest Virginia. Feeding America strives to accomplish its mission of feeding the 1 in 7 hungry people in America, giving hope to over 46 million people. We volunteered to help see this accomplished.
Speaker - December 10, 2015
On December 10th, 2015, Jason Isaacs spoke to us on his life and ministry in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, a ministry committed to evangelism in public schools through athletic programs. He emphasized the need for having humility and joy in leadership and encouraged us as honor society students to be servants in leadership.
Induction Ceremony 2015
At our Induction Ceremony in October, Liam Jackson and Stephanie Henderson were officially inducted into the Honor Society. In addition, we were blessed to have Mr. Tom Clark, Associate Pastor at Salem Baptist Church, exhort us to stand firm in an ever-changing culture.
Operation Christmas Child Service Project - November 2015
On November 19th, 2015, we had the pleasure of volunteering at Salem Baptist Church to partake in Operation Christmas Child. We loaded hundreds of gift-filled shoeboxes into larger boxes, which we moved to a trailer. These boxes will be further transported around the world to over 150 countries where they will be unloaded and given to children in need. According to Samaritan's Purse, over 500,000 volunteers worldwide contribute to bring Christmas to millions of children who have less than us. We at Omicron Zeta had the privilege of being one of the thousands of volunteers to help with this joyous cause.
Honor Society Graduate Banquet - May 2015
Graduates: Ben Cordle and Micah Giraudeau
Tracy Caldwell recaps the year
David Norton, honor society alumnus, runs parent/student jeopardy
Students win a highly competitive round.
Rescue Mission Service Project - March 2015
In March, our group was able to serve the local homeless at the Rescue Mission. We had a great time serving food and assisting the staff.
Speaker - March 19, 2015
In March, we were blessed with the opportunity to hear from Mr. Fred Moody. He shared some of his life experiences with us, and described what we need to strive for as National Honor Society members.
Speaker - Febuary 19, 2015
In February, we had the privilege to hear from Mr. Gary Turner, who spoke about his service in gospel focused jail ministry.
Food Bank Service Project - January 15, 2015
On January 15, 2015, we had a the opportunity to volunteer at our
local Feeding America Food Bank. We assisted in sorting and cleaning
various groceries, which were later shipped to needy families around the
Roanoke Valley.
Speaker - January 8, 2015
In January we welcomed Mr. Chris Ronk at the request of Micah Giraudeau. He provided us with some beneficial knowledge on money management, and how this can be evaluated from a Christian's perspective.
Speaker - December 15, 2014
In December, Andrew Philips invited retired Chief Gunners Mate of the United
States Navy, Mr. Scott Gustafson, to give us some insight on a life of military service.
November Book Drive
During the month of November, we ran a children's book drive to raise awareness of kids in the Roanoke Valley who do not receive many gifts. We donated the collected books to the West End Center, which is an after-school program for inner city kids.
Operation Christmas Child Service Project - November 20, 2014
In November, our group served at Salem Baptist Church packing
Operation Christmas Child boxes. These boxes contained goodie-filled
shoeboxes that were to be sent to needy children around the globe.
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