<p>Every month, we have a student of the month assembly. The school gives out these "department awards" in every department. So far, in my high school career (I'm a junior) I've recieved 3 - One for social studies, one for speech/drama, and one for music. I feel flattered, and I am happy when I recieve them because I feel like I'm doing well in those departments. But how much do these actually matter in terms of college applications? Not at all? Or somewhat?</p>
<p>At my school we have awards like that handed out at the end of each semester. I'm not sure exactly how meaningful they are (it depends a lot on the caliber of high school), but I say: list them if there's space on the application. </p>
<p>I kinda don't think they're very important--that is, if you're applying to a college where many applicants boast national and international-level awards. They do show the college that your achievement is extraordinary for your high school, though.</p>
<p>I didn't list them. Except for homecoming princess :D</p>