Definition of honor roll

honor rollnoun

danh sách danh dự

/ˈɒnə rəʊl//ˈɑːnər rəʊl/

The term "honor roll" originated in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a way to recognize outstanding academic achievement by students. The concept of an "honor roll" was first introduced in Morristown Academy, a preparatory school in New Jersey, in the late 1800s. The purpose of the honor roll was to distinguish students who achieved exceptional academic performance, and to encourage others to strive for excellence. Students who consistently received high grades and demonstrated academic integrity were added to the "roll of honor," which was separate from the regular class list. The specific criteria for inclusion on the honor roll varied from school to school, but typically included straight A's or a high GPA, along with other factors such as punctuality, attendance, and character. The honor roll quickly gained popularity and spread to other schools across the United States as a way to reward academic excellence and encourage students to prioritize their education. Today, honor rolls are still a common feature in many schools, and are seen as a marker of academic achievement and a springboard for success in higher education and beyond.

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a list of people who are being praised officially for something they have done

danh sách những người được khen ngợi chính thức vì điều gì đó họ đã làm

a list of the best students in a college or high school

danh sách những học sinh giỏi nhất trong một trường cao đẳng hoặc trung học