Between Junior Beta  (grades 4-8) and Senior Beta (grades 9-12), National Beta has helped nearly seven million students learn how to make a life for themselves—and, since 1991, it has awarded over $5 million in scholarships.

There are now more than 500,000 active members and more than 8,750 clubs nationally and internationally. It has become the nation's largest independent, non-profit, educational youth organization.

Although there are some universal requirements, each chapter has its own criteria for selection. Junior Beta is divided into two divisions: Division I includes grades 4-5 and Division II includes grades 6-8. Senior Beta includes grades 9-12. Regardless of division, though, members adhere to the Beta mission and learn to embrace and embody its four pillars.

Beta’s mission originated with Dr. John W. Harris, a professor at Wofford College in Spartanburg, South Carolina, who founded the organization in 1934. Over 80 years have passed, but his vision and Beta’s mission has remained the same. And most everyone who has been fortunate enough to be called a Beta has embraced those ideals and applied them to their own lives. From U.S. President Bill Clinton to current professional basketball player Kevin Durant, Beta members continue to lead long after their high school days are behind them.

Our Mission Statement:

To promote the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership among elementary and secondary school students.

Our 4 pillars:

ACHIEVEMENT - Recognizing and honoring high academic achievement
CHARACTER - Preparing young people for life and empowering them to be successful
LEADERSHIP - Developing the leaders of tomorrow
SERVICE - Demonstrating our motto: Let Us Lead by Serving Others

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The Chapter Management team at National Beta oversees the operation and administration of individual Beta chapters. This includes guiding chapter sponsors and presidents in maintaining adherence to Beta's mission and four pillars, organizing chapter activities, and ensuring that both Junior Beta and Senior Beta chapters meet their specific criteria for selection and participation. The team fosters communication and support among all chapter members, enabling them to effectively recognize academic achievement, build character, develop leadership skills, and engage in community service.

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