The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (the national honor society for Spanish and Portuguese) is an academic honor society focused on Spanish language and Portuguese language excellence in secondary education and promotes a continuity of interest in Spanish and Portuguese studies. It is sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese.
History
Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica was established as the Spanish National Honor Society in 1953 in the United States. It became Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica in 1959. Students may submit writings and artworks to the magazine. It also features reflective writings from the students who have won the college scholarships and/or travel awards.
Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica provides over $160,000 in awards to its chapters and members.