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National Junior Honor Society

“The National Honor Society (NHS) and

National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) are the nation's premier organizations established to recognize outstanding high school and middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NHS and NJHS serve to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character (and Citizenship for NJHS). These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings in 1921 and 1929.”

What is the NJHS?

Taken from: Official Site of the NHS and NJHShttp://www.nhs.us/s_nhs/sec.asp?CID=126&DID=5270

To create an enthusiasm for scholarship

To stimulate a desire to render service

To promote leadership

To develop character

To encourage citizenship

Purpose of N.J.H.S.

Scholarship Service Leadership Character Citizenship

These are the traits of a well-rounded, caring future leader.

5 Pillars of N.J.H.S.

You achieved 1st or 2nd Honors every quarter in 6th and 7th grades and first quarter in 8th grade.

You have respected others and received no major disciplinary referrals to the administration.

How did you qualify?

Maintain 1st or 2nd Honors throughout 8th grade.

Attend meetings

Participate in NJHS events

Complete 4 hours of community service Community Service Forms – DEADLINE May

1 ,2014

Now what do you need to do?

Your grade point average falls below 3.3 (below 2nd Honors) for two quarters.◦ First time → Warning letter◦ Second time → Disqualification letter

You are referred to the office for a major disciplinary action.

Your behavior outside of school shows a lack of respect to others or the community.

How do I become disqualified?

Support Encourage Answer questions Keep records for academics and service Meet with candidates Meet with officers Help plan community service projects Supervise community service projects NJHS web site Plus more!!

NJHS Advisers

Mrs. Lowe Advisor

Room B303

Email: lowek@lincolnps.org

Phone: 721-3400 ext 1779

Mrs. Fishburn

Elect Officers◦President

◦Vice-president

◦Treasurer

◦Secretary

Our First Task →

Official student spokesperson for the NJHS

Manages the overall organization with the assistance of advisors

Runs the candidate meetings

Meets during lunch/advisory with NJHS advisers (when needed)

Assists in community service events

Encourages candidates to participate in the organization

President

Alternate student spokesperson for the NJHS

Assists the president in managing the organization

Assists in community service events and candidate meetings

Meets during lunch/advisory with NJHS advisers

Encourages candidates to participate in the organization

Vice-President

Main duty is to manage finances (money) of the NJHS

Assists in community service events and candidate meetings

Meets during lunch/advisory with NJHS advisers

Encourages candidates to participate in the organization

Treasurer

Main duty is to record information for the NJHS (take notes during meetings)

Assists the president in managing the organization

Assists in community service events and candidate meetings

Meets during lunch/advisory with NJHS advisers

Encourages candidates to participate in the organization

Secretary

Community Service◦ Environmental Clean-up

◦ Organize collections for shelters

◦ Beautify the school

◦ Maintain and update NJHS web site

◦ Elderly Outreach

◦ Coordinate with Student Council

Next →

ChurchEnvironmental clean-upSoup kitchenSenior Center/ElderlyDaycare companyAfter school homework help

Ideas for Community Service

Learn about community service projects

Download community service sheets

Keep track of important dates

Get contact information

And more!!

lincolnnjhs.weebly.com

EVERYONE!!! Please check your email for a test from me and visit the website to see what is there.

If you’re interested in running for office, fill out a form and bring it to the Library by 2:30 on Wednesday, December 18th.

This is your organization!Its success depends on you!

Remember…