Bay High School Celebrates 98 New Inductees into National Honor Society

Bay High School in Bay Village, Ohio, recently welcomed 98 new members into its chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) during a ceremony held on November 18, 2025. This event marked the school’s 86th annual induction ceremony, celebrating the academic achievements and leadership qualities of its students.

The National Honor Society has a long-standing tradition at Bay High School, recognizing students who embody the four pillars of NHS: character, scholarship, leadership, and service. These qualities not only highlight academic excellence but also reflect a dedication to making meaningful contributions to both the school and the surrounding community.

Recognizing Excellence in Education

The induction of these 98 students reinforces the importance of academic and personal integrity within the school community. Membership in NHS is regarded as one of the highest honors a high school student can achieve, requiring candidates to excel in all four foundational principles. In their announcement, the school expressed pride in the new inductees, stating, “These students represent the best of Bay High School.”

The induction ceremony serves not only to acknowledge past accomplishments but also to inspire future commitments. As new members join NHS, they pledge to uphold the organization’s standards throughout their high school years and beyond, fostering a legacy of service and leadership.

List of New Inductees

While the school provided a complete list of the new members, it noted that some names may be omitted to respect the privacy of families who prefer not to disclose their children’s participation. The following students were inducted:

Mckenna Adkins, Jane Allan, Payton Beamer, Joseph Beauchesne, Brody Beggs, Jonah Bendoraitis, Elisabeth Boggess, Jalen Brewer, Michael Burgett, Daniel Buttrick, Noah Cain, Logan Cerrito, Danielle Coffman, Sophia Crimaldi, Annalise Crites, Andrew Davey, Jack Dukes, Margaret Dunstan, Andrew Egan, Braeden Egan, Samuel Farrar, Vincent Farrell, Alexandra Fetterman, Emma Filiatraut, Luke Filiatraut, Luke Frey, Maya Gearhart, Lila Gilmore, Sue Hargett, Lute Harmon III, Addyson Hoegler, Stella Hoffman, James Honicky, Logan Jennrich, Noah Jennrich, Drew Kandra, Andrew Kelly, Colin Kidik, Norah King, Morgan Kirkholder, Anastasia Kotsanis, William Kralik, Elizabeth Krueger, Brock Kunes, Jaiden Latimer-Smith, Veronica Maday, Ewan Maile, Vivian Manos, Oliver Marotta, Brittain Marriott, Mirella Martin, Enzo Martinez-Vacca, Evin Mason, Annabel McFarland, Elizabeth McFarland, Timothy McManamon, Mary McMerrell, John Messmore, Matthew Mileti, Elizabeth Minichello, Caitlin Morgan, Emmitt Naughton, Ryan O’Connor, Lydia Oldham, Makayla Pabon, Caitlin Petersen, Sophie Petersen, Clover Pierce, Magnolia Piktel, Tess Powell, Elizabeth Rahm, Lucy Rahm, Hope Rankin, Adrian Ray, Bridget Rettig, Katherine Rhea, Lila Ross, Olivia Ruma, Griffin Ruppe, Ainsley Scheid, Ella Schelzig, Alexander Schneiderman, William Schrock, Chloe Schulz, Ryan Skryp, Brooke Sneed, Holden Spratt, Charlie Stehlik, Ella Taulbee, Reese Ticak, Amelia Vecchio, William Waters, Anna Weingart, Cameryn Williams, Anne Willmitch, Brogan Wynocker, Emerson Yourkvitch.

As the school continues its tradition of excellence, this year’s induction ceremony stands as a testament to the dedication of its students and the enduring values of the National Honor Society.