Lemont High School Welcomes Members To Eight Departmental Honor Societies

LHS offers honor societies for music, English, math, theater, art, technical education, social studies and science.

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Lemont High School has welcomed members into eight departmental honor societies over the last several months, including the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society, International Thespian Society, National Art Honor Society, National English Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, and Tri-M Music Honor Society.

Why it matters

These honor societies recognize and encourage student achievement in various academic and extracurricular areas, helping to foster a culture of excellence at Lemont High School. Membership in these societies is a prestigious accomplishment that can benefit students' college and career prospects.

The details

The newly inducted members have demonstrated outstanding scholarship, participation, and leadership in their respective fields. For example, the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society inducted over 50 students this year, while the National Art Honor Society welcomed 25 new members. The Rho Kappa National Social Studies Honor Society and Science National Honor Society also saw significant growth in their ranks.

  • Over the last several months, Lemont High School has welcomed new members into these eight honor societies.
  • The Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society was established at the school in 2011.
  • The International Thespian Society was established at Lemont High School in 2018.
  • The National Art Honor Society was established at the school in 2021.
  • The National Technical Honor Society was established at Lemont High School in 2024.

The players

Brittany Zettergren

Mathematics Department Chair at Lemont High School and sponsor of the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society.

Ryan Tripp

Mathematics teacher at Lemont High School and sponsor of the Mu Alpha Theta Mathematics Honor Society.

Paula Troesch

Sponsor of the International Thespian Society at Lemont High School.

Ryan Hennebry

Art teacher at Lemont High School and sponsor of the National Art Honor Society.

Shannon Jeglinski

Art teacher at Lemont High School and sponsor of the National Art Honor Society.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

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What’s next

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The takeaway

These honor societies at Lemont High School are helping to cultivate a culture of academic excellence and extracurricular achievement, providing students with valuable recognition and opportunities to develop their talents and interests.