​GENERAL QUESTIONS

Q:  How do I apply?

A:  Ensure you meet the criteria, then fill out the google doc application. New members also must complete the Sport(s) Verification Form. 

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Q:  When are applications due for this honor society?  

A:  The application for DAHS opens in August. There is a Fall induction ceremony recognizing the new inductees that takes place as a joint induction with other honor societies at Dunwoody High School. 

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Q:  How much are the DAHS annual dues and what do I get?

A:  Dues are $20 per year and are paid when you are notified that your membership application has been approved or renewed. DUES MUST be paid using the DHS Webstore.  Members of the Dunwoody Athletic Honor Society will receive a t-shirt (during induction and renewal), and a graduation cord (on your graduation year if you have renewed your membership).

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Q: Do I need to apply to DAHS every year?

A:  Yes you will need to renew your DAHS application each year in the Fall.

• Counseling department will verify your 3.80 weighted cumulative GPA criteria. 

• You will provide details about your annual service hours (minimum 5 hours every year).

• Pay the $20 annual membership dues through the DHS Webstore. 

An email will be sent out by the DAHS sponsor to all returning DAHS members with these details.

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Q: Will there be DAHS meetings?

A: We currently do not have in-person meetings planned.  Since every sport has such different morning and afternoon schedules, we will communicate information by email, Remind and DHS Wildcat Pride Instagram.

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GPA QUESTIONS

Q:  How do I find out what my weighted cumulative GPA is? 

A:  Your unofficial transcript is available on your Campus Portal account under the documents tab. Since the application is filled out in August, the weighted GPA is based on your cumulative grades at the end of previous Spring semester.  

 

Q:  What if I am in DAHS my junior year, but do not meet all criteria during my senior year. Do I still get a graduation cord? 

A: No, if you are no longer a member of DAHS when you are a senior, you will not receive a DAHS graduation cord.

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Q: What if I do not submit my renewal application and/or do not pay my renewal dues, do I still get a graduation cord? 

A: No, if you do not renew your application or pay your renewal dues, you are no longer a member of DAHS and you will not receive a DAHS graduation cord.

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Q:  My weighted GPA is a 3.76 Are you rounding up and can I apply?

A:  Yes, a 3.75 to 3.79 GPA will round up to meet the 3.80 criteria)

 

Q:  What if I am in the DAHS and my cumulative GPA drops below 3.80 during or after a semester? 

A:  We will not check GPAs during a semester. It will be done by the Counseling department when you originally apply and when you renew your membership the following year.

 

Q:  What if my GPA drops below 3.80 when it's time to renew my membership?

A:  If your cumulative weighted GPA is below 3.80 at the time of application for your second year (for renewal), you will not meet all criteria for that year and will not be accepted for a second year of membership. If you are not an "active"member of DAHS your senior year (have renewed and paid dues), you will not receive a DAHS graduation cord. 

 

VARSITY SPORT QUESTIONS 

Q: I have been on the Varsity Swim team and on the Varsity Gymnastics team my Freshman year. Can I apply based on the one Varsity season of two different sports?

A: Yes, you have satisfied the requirement.  (Either two seasons of the same sport or one season of two different sports.)

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Q: I have been on the Varsity Football team for two seasons (my Sophomore and my Junior year), does this satisfy the sports criteria?

A: Yes, you have satisfied the requirement.  You competed on Varsity for 2 seasons (Varsity Football Sophomore year & Junior year).

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Q:  I played Varsity tennis at a previous High School before attending Dunwoody High School. Does this count towards my two varsity sport(s) requirement?

A:  Please email dunwoodyahs@gmail.com to discuss this further. 

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Q:  Can I be a member of DAHS if I have been a Manager for a Varsity sport for two years & earned a letter?

A:  No, the criteria is that you must be an athlete competing at the varsity level of a sport.

 

Q:  I was brought up to Varsity for playoffs at the end of the season.  Does this count?

A:  Typically no, the student-athlete needs to be a member of the Varsity team at the beginning of the season. But because each sport handles this differently, the decision will ultimately be up to the Varsity Head Coach. 

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Q:  I transferred to Dunwoody HS in the middle of the season and joined a Varsity team, does this half season count as one of my Varsity seasons?

A: Please email dunwoodyahs@gmail.com to discuss this further.

 

Q:  At tryouts, I made the varsity team for my sport.  I was injured at the beginning of season and still earned a letter. Does this count?

A:  Yes.

 

Q:  I have had a school suspension or have been ejected from a game, can I still apply for DAHS?

A:  Please email dunwoodyahs@gmail.com to discuss details further. 

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Q: I play a sport where I am not going to know if I will receive a Varsity letter until the end of the season (ie: this is the case for Golf, Cross County). Can I apply for DAHS at the beginning of the season?

A: Please apply.  The decision will be left up to your Varsity Head Coach.

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VOLUNTEER HOURS QUESTIONS

Q:  What counts as community/service/volunteer hours?

A:  Service activities are those that are done for others with no compensation (not including immediate family members). For example, church groups, boys/girls scouts organized charity hours, Special Olympics, Community Assistance Center are all ideas. 

 

Q: Can you provide me with a few community service ideas.  I have no idea what to do or how to get my hours fulfilled.

 A: You can offer five hours of your time to an elderly neighbor, to a neighbor or a family friend who is sick and needs yard work help, or to a parent with childcare needs. As long as you are not paid for your time, it will be counted towards your volunteer hours.

 

Q: I need to get my volunteer hours! Can you recommend organizations and places for me to volunteer?

A: The Community Assistance Center (CAC) in Sandy Springs or Dunwoody is a great option.  https://www.ourcac.org/student-volunteer-opportunities/

    - Tutor at Corners Outreach https://cornersoutreach.org/corners-academy-home-page 

    - The Dunwoody Nature Center 

    - Special Pops Tennis: Program for individuals with intellectual disabilities. 

    - Furkids - 3 thrift store locations  https://furkids.org/thrift-store#

    - Atlanta Humane Society (Mansell Rd) dog walkers & other positions.

    - STAR House Foundation: an after-school program that operates out of 3 elementary schools in Roswell

    - Local Churches & Library

    - The Sandwich Project: collects sandwiches that you make at home for the homeless

    - North Fulton community charities allows teens to volunteer

 

Q:  What if I volunteered 6 months ago, can these service hours count for my current application?

A:  Yes.  Your volunteer hours can be counted within the 12 months up to application date.

 

Q:  I have been a tutor for the science (or other) honor societies this past semester, can I use these hours for the DAHS application?

A:  Yes, you can count these as your volunteer hours. Volunteer service needs to be done within 12 months of the application. Please add details in the application.

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Q:  My team had a summer youth sports camp and I worked more than 5 hours.  Does that count for volunteer hours?

A:  Yes it does!

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Q: What information is needed regarding my volunteer hours?

A: The community service hours (minimum 5 hours), must be completed by the time of application. The information needed in the application includes name of the Organization where you did your unpaid community service hours, Dates, Total Hours, Name of adult supervisor, and their email.

 

Additional Questions? email dunwoodyahs@gmail.com