1. Welcome to the Lincoln Middle School National 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

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. Scholarship Service Leadership Character
Citizenship
These are the traits of a well-rounded, caring future leader.

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 see the Community Service tab on the website.

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
NJHS web site
Plus more!!

9. Mrs. Lowe and Mrs. Marsden
Advisors
Rooms A303 & B301
Phone: ext or 1778

10. Mrs. Fishburn

11. Our First Task → Elect Officers President Vice-president Treasurer
Secretary
At-Large (2)
All Officers speak at the NJHS Ceremony

12. President Official student spokesperson for the NJHS
Manages the overall organization with the assistance of advisors
Runs the candidate meetings
Meets during 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. At-Large (2)
Main duty is to assists the officers 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

17. Next → Community Service Environmental Clean-up
Organize collections for shelters
Beautify the school
Assist with After-School Homework Help
Elderly Outreach
Coordinate with Student Council

18. http://lincolnmsnjhs.weebly.com/ Download Officer application
Learn about community service projects
Download community service sheets
Keep track of important dates
Get contact information
And more!!

19. EVERYONE!!! Please visit the website to see what is there.
If you’re interested in running for office, download a form from the website, fill it out and bring it to the B301 or A303 by the deadline.

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