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Welcome to the Lincoln Middle School National Junior Honor Society

Welcome to the Lincoln Middle School National Junior Honor Society. What is the NJHS?.

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Welcome to the Lincoln Middle School National Junior Honor Society

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  1. Welcome to the Lincoln Middle SchoolNational Junior Honor Society

  2. What is the NJHS? “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.” Taken from: Official Site of the NHS and NJHS http://www.nhs.us/s_nhs/sec.asp?CID=126&DID=5270

  3. Purpose of N.J.H.S. • To create an enthusiasm for scholarship • To stimulate a desire to render service • To promote leadership • To develop character • To encourage citizenship

  4. 5 Pillars of N.J.H.S. These are the traits of a well-rounded, caring future leader. • Scholarship • Service • Leadership • Character • Citizenship

  5. How did you qualify? • 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.

  6. Now what do you need to do? • 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

  7. How do I become disqualified? • 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.

  8. NJHS Advisers • 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!!

  9. Mrs. Lowe • Advisor • Room B303 • Email: lowek@lincolnps.org • Phone: 721-3400 ext 1779

  10. Mrs. Fishburn

  11. Our First Task → • Elect Officers • President • Vice-president • Treasurer • Secretary

  12. President • 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

  13. Vice-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

  14. Treasurer • 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

  15. Secretary • 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

  16. Next → • Community Service • Environmental Clean-up • Organize collections for shelters • Beautify the school • Maintain and update NJHS web site • Elderly Outreach • Coordinate with Student Council

  17. Ideas for Community Service • Church • Environmental clean-up • Soup kitchen • Senior Center/Elderly • Daycare company • After school homework help

  18. lincolnnjhs.weebly.com • Learn about community service projects • Download community service sheets • Keep track of important dates • Get contact information • And more!!

  19. 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.

  20. Remember… This is your organization! Its success depends on you!

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