SHF - Societe Honoraire de Français Information
Societe Honoraire de Francais - AATF
The Société Honoraire de Français (SHF) is the National French Honor Society for high school students in the United States. It's sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF). The SHF recognizes outstanding scholarship in the study of French and promotes French language and Francophone cultures2.
Here are some key points about SHF:
Motto: "Avoir une autre langue, c’est posséder une deuxième âme" (Having another language is like having a second soul).
Contests: SHF National Sponsors three contests: SHF Creative Writing Contest (October), JAF Creative Writing Contest (December) and the SHF Francophone Studies Stipend (Frebruary).
Activities: Local chapters organize activities such as community service and cultural events.
Recognition: Members can wear a tri-colored cord or stole at graduation and receive special seals on their diplomas.
Leadership: Students can develop leadership skills by serving as officers or organizing chapter events.
How to Start a Chapter: 2024 AATF JAF/SHF Annual Meeting San Diego - Google Slides