NJHS MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

Name ______

Third Hour Teacher: ______

Room #______

  • This application must be returned to Mrs. Sprowal,room 704, by Wednesday, April 19, 2017. Late applications will not be accepted. Notification of acceptance will be issued on Friday, April 28, 2017. The induction ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, May 3, 2017. There will be a mandatory rehearsal on Monday, May 1, 2017 at 4 p.m. in the cafeteria.
  • Completing an application does NOT guarantee NJHS selection. Students must adequately meet ALL five criteria listed in Section V. A faculty committee makes the selection based on the five criteria. Their decision is final.
  • Selection for NJHS does not guarantee high school NHS membership.
  • If a student is not selected for NJHS, they are still eligible to apply for NHS in high school.
  • Teacher evaluations are confidential, and the results will not be discussed. Teacher evaluations are one part of the application packet and will not prevent or guarantee a student getting selected. The selection committee looks at each applicant holistically to determine whether a student meets all five criteria.

If selected, I agree to abide by the standards and guidelines of the chapter and to fulfill all of my membership obligations to the best of my ability. I understand that to be considered for membership in NJHS, I must maintain positive behavior, cooperation, and exhibit good ethics as described in Section V of the criteria sheet. Furthermore, I understand that I must attend monthly meetings, complete 30 minutes of community service weekly, and participate in a committee to be considered an “active” member of NJHS. I understand that completing this form does not guarantee selection to the National Junior Honor Society. I attest that the information presented here is complete and accurate.

Student Signature: ______Date: ______

I have read the information provided by my son/daughter on this form and can verify that it is true, accurate, and complete.

Parent Signature: ______Date: ______

Directions: Please answer the following questions. Do not be modest. Be detailed and explain your responses clearly.The faculty council in the selection process will use every piece of information in order to determine eligibility. Make sure to use complete sentences and TYPE your responses. Completion of this form does not guarantee selection. Should you have questions about this form, please contact Mrs.Sprowal.

1.)Describe any community service activities in which you have been involved. This may include church programs that serve the community. Please only include activities since 5th grade.

2.)List and describe any extracurricular activities in which you have participated at school. Please only include activities since 5th grade.

3.)List any leadership positions that you have held and describe your responsibilities. Please only include positions since 5th grade.

4.)List any work experience, honors or awards that you have been recognized for. This may include but are not limited to church, school, athletics. Please only include information since 5th grade.

5.)Why are you interested in being a member of National Junior Honor Society? What qualities would you bring to the group?

6.)Members of NJHS are required to complete one half-hour of voluntary community service each week. If you become a member, what would you choose to do for your weekly service? Why?

7.)NJHS is a time commitment. How do you plan to manage your time if you are involved in NJHS, sports and other extracurricular activities?

NJHS Application 04/16

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