Young Scholars National Honor Society

08/27/2026

Missed our Summer Reading Strategies for Comprehension Skills webinar? The recording is now available! 📚☀️

Get practical tips for building stronger reading habits, improving comprehension, and making summer reading more enjoyable for your student.

Plus, explore recommended books for different interests and reading levels.

Watch the recording — https://youtu.be/Bm3_LowVO1M

08/26/2026

Parents, recognition matters, especially during the years when students are still figuring out what they’re capable of.

Young Scholars celebrates motivated students in grades 6–9 and connects families with opportunities designed to help students grow with confidence.

Exclusive Scholarships.
Member Events.
Webinars.
Leadership resources.
Trusted partner opportunities.
And a community that believes excellence can begin early.

Learn more about membership and accept your invitation today — https://www.young-scholars.org/join/

08/25/2026

Sometimes the best way for students to discover what they love is simply to try something new.

Young Scholars members and families can explore enrichment opportunities through trusted partners, including academic programs, online learning, and university-based experiences designed for motivated students.

From Stanford programs to Education Unlimited® summer learning opportunities, membership can help families discover new ways for students to challenge themselves and explore their interests.

Stanford Middle School Scholars Program is tuition-free and shared with Young Scholars families.

Explore Young Scholars membership perks — https://spcs.stanford.edu/

08/24/2026

What makes your student uniquely them? ⭐

The Show Us Your Superpower Scholarship encourages Young Scholars members in grades 6–9 to celebrate a personal strength, talent, passion, or quality that makes them shine.

Because sometimes a student’s greatest strength doesn’t show up on a report card.

Award: Three (3) $1,000 awards
Deadline: November 10, 2026

Ask your child: “What do you think your superpower is?”

Then encourage them to apply.

Learn more — https://www.young-scholars.org/scholarships/s/show-us-your-superpower-scholarship-2026/

08/24/2026

Trying to figure out which learning apps are actually helpful — and which are just more screen time? 📱📚

Our Best Educational Apps for Middle School Students webinar recording is available now.

Families can explore tools for core subjects, study skills, organization, and AI-supported learning, plus practical guidance for choosing technology that supports learning without replacing critical thinking and creativity.

A great resource as students head back to school.

Watch the recording — https://youtu.be/vCcn301TEBg

With so many learning apps available today, it can be hard to know ...

08/23/2026

A new school year is a great time for goals, but they don’t all have to be about grades. ✨

Try asking your middle schooler:
“What is one thing you want to try, improve, or feel more confident about this year?”

Maybe it’s joining a club.
Speaking up more.
Making a new friend.
Getting organized.
Or trying something completely new.

At Young Scholars, we believe growth happens in lots of different ways.

👇 What is one goal your student has for this school year?

08/23/2026

Parents, does your child’s backpack seem to become a disaster almost immediately after school starts? 😅📚

Organization is a skill, and like any skill, middle schoolers can learn it with practice.

The Young Scholars Blog has practical resources for families navigating organization, school routines, homework habits, high school preparation, and more.

The goal isn’t perfection. It’s helping students build systems that make school feel a little more manageable.

Explore the latest articles — https://www.young-scholars.org/resources/blog/blog-posts/what-are-executive-functioning-skills-and-why-do-they-matter-for-middle-school-students/

08/22/2026

What could your middle schooler discover with a little more encouragement and opportunity?

Young Scholars gives motivated students room to explore their strengths, be recognized for their achievements, build confidence, and start thinking about their future.

Membership opens the door to exclusive scholarships, webinars, events, leadership resources, and a growing network of opportunities for students in grades 6–9.

If your family received an invitation, see where it could lead.

Learn more and accept your invitation today — https://www.young-scholars.org/join/

08/22/2026

Curious about AI? Your middle schooler can start exploring it early. 🤖

Through AIClub, Young Scholars families can explore courses designed to introduce students to artificial intelligence with guidance from expert instructors and PhD mentors.

Students can learn the basics of AI, explore Python, and begin understanding a technology that is already shaping school, careers, and everyday life.

Young Scholars members receive 20% off AIClub programs.

Explore Young Scholars membership perks — https://corp.aiclub.world/

08/21/2026

Does your student have an idea that could help the planet? 🌎

The Young Scholars Environmentalism Award invites members in grades 6–9 to identify an environmental issue and create a solution or awareness campaign that promotes more sustainable living.

From pollution and waste to water conservation and climate concerns, students can turn something they care about into meaningful action.

Award: Three (3) $1,500 awards
Deadline: November 10, 2026

Learn more and apply — https://www.young-scholars.org/scholarships/s/young-scholars-environmentalism-award/