German NHS inducts 10 BPHS students

Patrick Romito, Staff Writer

April 11, 2025

German Honors Society inductees: Ashley Mason, Adele Stamenov, Tessa Braham and Seath Rovers (front row) and Eliza Sterbal, Matthew Williams, Peyton Lambright and Reed Zeis (back row). Missing from the photo are Thomas Guenther and Daryn Ringer.

On April 7, the BPHS chapter of the Delta Epsilon Phi German National Honor Society celebrated the induction of ten new members.

The induction highlighted the dedication of students who succeed not only in their academic pursuits but also in their commitment to the German language and culture.

To be eligible for induction into this prestigious honor society, BPHS students must meet a strict set of criteria.

Candidates must have completed a minimum of three semesters of German study, maintain an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and achieve a GPA of 3.6 in their German courses.

Additionally, students must earn at least one non-weighted ‘A’ grade in their German studies every three semesters and may not have any grades of ‘C’ or lower.

This rigorous selection process ensures that only those who demonstrate commitment to the German language and its culture are acknowledged.

The 2025 induction class features an impressive lineup of talented students. Those individuals are listed below:

Adele Stamenov (sophomore) – Honors German III
Ashley Mason (sophomore) – Honors German III
Daryn Ringer (freshman) – Honors German II
Eliza Sterbal (freshman) – Honors German II
Matthew Williams (freshman) – Honors German II
Peyton Lambright (freshman) – Honors German II
Reed Zeis (sophomore) – Honors German III
Seath Rovers (freshman) – Honors German II
Tessa Braham (freshman) – Honors German II
Thomas Guenther (freshman) – Honors German II

Being a part of the Delta Epsilon Phi German National Honor Society opens numerous doors for students, including scholarships and opportunities for continued involvement in language and cultural activities.

As these students step into this new chapter of their academic lives, they are poised to inspire their peers and contribute further to the community of German language learners at BPHS.

With their commitment to excellence, these students are not only paving the way for their futures but also furthering themselves in school and beyond.

About the Contributor

Patrick Romito, Staff Writer

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