Please be sure you have our monthly meeting dates on your calendar. Our January 11th meeting starts at 7:00 am and will end at 7:20 am. It will be in the IMC.
12/20/2023
12/19/2023
Reserve Job Shadow Day
Reserve Job Shadow Day
As part of J-Term students will learn about various careers and jobs on January 12. We are proud to partner with Junior Achievement and local community members to highlight potential careers and jobs.
We need NJHS volunteers to help make our guests feel welcome. There are several volunteer opportunities. All volunteers must dress "business" casual. In essence, look nice. Email Mrs. Vogel by January 8th if you are interested in helping.
You must attend an informational meeting on Wednesday, January 10th during the Seminar. Meet Mrs. Templar in the cafeteria. Be sure to check in with your Seminar teacher before coming to the meeting.
12/12/2023
Shoeboxes for the Homeless
Suggested Items:
Small toiletries: shampoo, deodorant, lotion, soap, toothpaste (note - travel sizes from hotels are perfect)
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Chapstick
Wet Wipes
Washcloth
Small disposable razors
Small combs
Refillable/collapsible water bottles
Small emergency/first aid kits (Band-Aids, Individual doses of Bactine, Neosporin, etc)
Small sewing kids
Small blankets
Socks
Hats
Gloves
Hand warmer packets
Gift cards for fast food
Non-perishable food in individual servings such as:
• peanut butter • crackers, • nuts • cheese and cracker packages • cookies • dried fruit • tuna • power/breakfast bars
Small wrapped hard candies, gum, cough drops
12/07/2023
Peppermint in Pocket
Peppermint in Pocket
Join in on the fun on December 19th from 7:40-2:30. Stop by Mrs. Vogel or Ms. LaGrow's room to grab a peppermint. Try to collect as many peppermints from other NJHS members throughout the day without
disrupting the learning environment which includes being late for class. See rules above.
12/03/2023
NHS Winter Cookie Exchange
Winter Cookie Exchange
Enjoy baking? Love cookies? Need a snack to leave Santa? Participate in our Winter Cookie Exchange on December 7th at our morning meeting. Bring a dozen cookies. Leave with 12 new cookies. RSVP to Sophia Hall by December 6th if you plan to participate. Please include two cards that contain the ingredients.
10/26/2023
Jive Turkey
Will Mr. Retherford be our Jive Turkey?
Help support our service project - Shoeboxes for the Homeless. Purchase feathers for $1.00 during lunch the November 6th to November 17th. The teacher who has the most feathers will be crowned our Jive Turkey and dress as a turkey on November 21.
Please consider signing up to sell feathers at lunch. Email Mrs. Vogel. Be sure to include which lunch you have.
November Service Project: Shoeboxes for the Homeless
We plan to give back to an important organization in our community, Mel Trotter Ministries. Mel Trotter Ministries helps the homeless people who are in need. One small way we can help is to create shoeboxes. Let’s work together to fill 50 shoeboxes for Mel Trotter’s Homeless Shelter. You may make a monetary donation or bring in supplies. You may bring in items or money to Mrs. Vogel. We will work on shoeboxes at our November meeting and after school. Shoeboxes will be delivered in the last week of November.
Suggested Items:
Small toiletries: shampoo, deodorant, lotion, soap, toothpaste (note - travel sizes from hotels are perfect)
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Chapstick
Wet Wipes
Washcloth
Small disposable razors
Small combs
Refillable/collapsible water bottles
Small emergency/first aid kits (Band-Aids, Individual doses of Bactine, Neosporin, etc)
Small sewing kids
Small blankets
Socks
Hats
Gloves
Hand warmer packets
Gift cards for fast food
Non-perishable food in individual servings such as:
• peanut butter • crackers, • nuts • cheese and cracker packages • cookies • dried fruit • tuna • power/breakfast bars
Small wrapped hard candies, gum, cough drops
Reusable grocery bags that fold up
10/22/2023
NJHS Shirts
National Junior Honor Society T-Shirts
*Shirts are adult sizes
* Short sleeve shirts - $12.00
* Long sleeve shirts - $18.00
Please make checks payable to Northview Crossroads Middle School
Student Name: ____________________________________
Short Sleeve: _____ S _____ M _____L XL _____
Long Sleeve: _____ S _____ M _____L XL _____
Payment Options:
OPTION 1: Amount Enclosed: __________
Cash or Check (circle one)
OPTION 2: I qualify for a free shirt through the BUTTERBRAIDS SALE
***If you sell 5 or More Butterbraids - no cost for one short sleeve shirt***
****If you sold 7 or more Butterbraids - no cost for one long sleeve shirt****
Orders are due to Mrs. Vogel by November 8
10/16/2023
10/10/2023
NJHS Butterbraid Pastries Fundraiser
National Junior Honor Society
Our NJHS team has the opportunity to sell Butterbraids Pastries in order to help offset the cost of several things:
NJHS shirts
Service Projects (Mel Trotter Shoeboxes, Bus Driver Gratitude Breakfast, etc)
NJHS Celebrations (Robinettes, Ice-Skating, etc)
8th Grade Farewell
We are hoping you will consider helping us. Students who sell five or more items will receive their NJHS t-shirt. Butterbraid Pastries are delicious! Just ask Mr. Otten. Each pastry is $16.00. Make checks payable to Northview Crossroads Middle School.
NJHS Fall Celebration
NJHS Fall Celebration
“Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character.” —William Arthur Ward.
Enjoy good times with good friends. National Junior Honor Society members are invited to an outing at Robinette’s Apple Orchard on Thursday, October 26th from 2:45-4:15. We will go through the corn maze and enjoy cider and donuts. Be sure to dress for the weather. If there is inclement weather, we will stay at school for a movie. The cost of the trip will be offset by our Butterbraids Fundraiser. Permission slips are due October 24th.
_________________________________________________________________________
Student Name____________________ has my permission to attend the fall celebration NJHS celebration on Thursday, October 26h from 2:45 to 4:15.
Parents may also email kvogel@Nvps.net to grant permission.
9/29/2023
Kids Food Basket
Kids Food Basket
The Kids Food Basket has some needs over the next week, including an open shift in Kent this Saturday!
Please see below and sign up for shifts at kfb.volunteerhub.com:
- Kent County
- Saturday, September 30 – 9 to 11 a.m. Food Prep (23 open spots)
- Monday, October 2 – 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Food Prep (27 open spots)
- Tuesday, October 3 – 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Food Prep (13 open spots)
- Tuesday, October 3 – 6 to 7:30 p.m. Food Prep (22 open spots)
- Wednesday, October 4 –2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Food Prep (20 open spots)
- Thursday, October 5 – 6 to 7:30 p.m. Food Prep (21 open spots)
9/27/2023
Northview Fall Fest
The PTCs from North, East, West, and Highlands are hosting Northview Fall Fest on October 8th from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at the High School Football parking lot. Consider signing up for the entire event or in shifts. Please email me by October 3rd.
12:30-5:30 pm
12:30-2:30 pm
2:30-5:30 pm
9/25/2023
Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo
Join the fun! We are looking for 12 NJHS members to volunteer at this Kooky & Spooky Event. Our team will work on October 15th from 1:00 to 5:00. Please meet at 12:50 p.m. at the Zoo Entrance. To add to the fun, you are encouraged to dress up. Please email Mrs. Vogel if you are interested in helping.
9/18/2023
Northview Education Foundation Spooky Sprint
The Northview Education Foundation is hosting its annual Spooky Sprint. Please consider supporting our organization.
1. Donate your time and talents and work the Spooky Sprint (group hrs)
2. Bring your family and friends to walk or run the 5K event
3. Bring your little siblings to run the 1K.
4. Share on social media
5. Promote with your team
If you would like to volunteer, please email me. If you are interested in participating in the Spooky Sprint, NEF Spooky Sprint 5k
Northview Education Foundation Spooky Sprint 5K Walk/Run Saturday, October 28, 2023 @8:30 a.m. Boulder Creek Golf Club Belmont, MI
9/15/2023
Fall Event Planning Committees
Fall Planning Committee
Are you looking for ways to be more involved in NJHS? Consider serving on one of our planning committees. This fall our first service project is working with Meals on Wheels West Michigan. This organization helps senior citizens in West Michigan. We are always working to build Northview Spirit by planning a Homecoming Pep Rally.
Meals on Wheels West Michigan Committee Chairs: Rianna Alejos and Lexie Borek
Come plan with us on Wednesday, September 20 from 2:30-3:30 in room 203.
Homecoming Pep Rally Chairs: Margot Schumacher and Sophia Hall
Come plan with us on Wednesday, September 20 from 2:30-3:30 in room 203.
Email Mrs. Vogel if you are interested in serving on one of the committees.
9/08/2023
9/05/2023
East Oakview Childcare Volunteers
East Oakview PTC
Volunteers are one of the most important pieces of Northview Public Schools. East Oakview's PTC is instrumental in providing enriching activities for students, parents, and teachers. They need our help. Please consider volunteering to provide childcare during the PTC meeting(s) on the following dates:
Wednesday, September 20
Tuesday, October 10
Wednesday, November 15
NJHS volunteers are needed from 6:15 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Each date needs 4 volunteers. Sign up for one or all. Email Mrs. Vogel at kvogel@nvps.net.
9/04/2023
Kids Food Basket Brown Bag Challenge
Kids Food Basket
Add a touch of love to our Sack Suppers this September! Sack Suppers are a nutritious, ready-to-eat meal delivered right to a child’s school or distribution site, ensuring children have access to the healthy food they need to thrive.
What you’ll need:
- Brown or white 6 or 8 lb. or size extra-large paper sacks work best.
- Crayons or markers.
- Refrain from using paint, glitter, feathers or stickers, as they can come off in the food.
- Please keep in mind that many Sack Suppers will be going to public schools and therefore cannot contain religious messages.
Brown Bag Decorating Day Pop-Up Event
Join local artists, community leaders, and volunteers as we transform Sack Supper bags into joyous works of art for West Michigan children! Local food vendors will be on-site to fuel your creativity! Light refreshments will also be provided.
When: Thursday, September 28, 2023
Where: Kids’ Food Basket – Kent County (1300 Plymouth Ave. NE, Grand Rapids)
When: 12 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free to attend! Food will need to be purchased by the attendee.
8/29/2023
Meals on Wheels West Michigan
At our first NJHS meeting on September 14th at 7:00 a.m., we will learn about the Meals on Wheels West Michigan organization. Our meeting will take place in the IMC.
8/21/2023
Crossroads Concession Stands
Wildcat Concession Stands
Sports season is underway. Crossroads is in need of volunteers to work concession stands which are located in the gym hallway. Concession stand workers are needed from 3:30-6:00 on the following dates:
If you sign up and are unable to help, it is your responsibility to find a replacement.
September 11
September 13
September 18
September 20
September25
September 27
October 2
October 4
October 9
October 11
6/08/2023
5/16/2023
8th Grade Farewell
Please plan on attending the 8th grade National Junior Honor Society 8th Grade Farewell
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4/22/2023
Details:
Weeknight Shifts are 5:30 - 7:30
Weekend Shift are 8:30 - 10:30 and 10:30 - 12:00
Workers are allowed 1 meal per shift. This consists of a hot dog or slice of pizza, chips or candy, and a drink!
If you are unable to make the shift you have signed up for, please try to send someone in your place or trade with another volunteer. If you need help to facilitate this, or it is a last-minute need to cancel, please text Emily (616-295-5656) or Kari (616-890-7795) as soon as possible.
For safety and health reasons nobody under 13 can be in the stand at any time. * NJHS members who are 12 years old, may be permitted.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0a4eaba92fabfd0-northview1?mibextid=Zxz2cZ#/
4/16/2023
Recycle, Recycle, Recycle
Help Our Recycle Queen
Mrs. Krueger organized a recycling day specifically for styrofoam on June 3 from 10:00 to 2:00 at Crossroads. She needs three to five NJHS members to help her. Email Mrs. Vogel if you are able to help.
Please encourage friends and family to drop off their styrofoam.
4/11/2023
NJHS NEWS
Our monthly meeting for Thursday, April 13th has been rescheduled due to testing. It has been rescheduled for Thursday, April 20th at 7:00 am.
Please consider volunteering for East Oakview's carnival on Saturday, April 15th from 11:00-2:00. Sign up to help with set up, games, prizes, food, and more. Check out the sign-up genius.
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/
West Oakview is bringing back WEST FEST, their school carnival.
Like any event, volunteers are needed. PLEASE consider helping out with this. Come help with running games, and face painting just to name a few.
The volunteer slots are broken up into two 1.5-hour chunks, so students can register for one or two slots to get up to 3 hours of volunteering time!
Use this Signup Genius to volunteer. Volunteers are needed from 5:20-8:15 pm.
REMINDER VOLUNTEER SERVICE HOURS ARE DUE MAY 23RD BY 3:00.
3/20/2023
West Fest
WEST FEST
Thursday, April 20th
Many of you have stepped up throughout the school year to help other Northview organizations host successful events. West Oakview is bringing back WEST FEST, their school carnival.
Like any event, volunteers are needed. PLEASE consider helping out with this. Come help with running games, and face painting just to name a few.
The volunteer slots are broken up into two 1.5-hour chunks, so students can register for one or two slots to get up to 3 hours of volunteering time!
Use this Signup Genius to volunteer. Volunteers are needed from 5:20-8:15 pm.
3/13/2023
NJHS 2023-2024 Leadership Team
National Junior Honor Society Leadership Team
Seventh graders who are interested in being part of the NJHS Leadership Team should consider one of the leadership positions. Applications are due April 28th by 3:00 pm. Interviews will be the week of May 1st-May 5th.
PRESIDENT
-Elected for a one-year term.
-Must be an eighth grader.
-Must work with officers and faculty advisor one morning per week for planning purposes.
-Must attend and conduct the fall Induction Ceremony; failure to do so will result in the loss of the office of President.
-Runs all NJHS meetings.
-Responsible for Society as a whole.
-Chairs or co-chairs one of the NJHS committees and must fulfill the project requirements
for this committee.
-Must truly care about the direction and progress of the Society; must promote growth as
well as change when necessary.
-Must be an innovator and leader.
-Must meet with and coordinate other officers and oversee all committee work.
-Responsible for insuring that the department heads are executing their responsibilities.
-Must take the oath of office at the first meeting in May.
VICE PRESIDENT
-Elected for a one-year term.
-Must be an eighth grader.
-Must work with officers and faculty advisor one morning per week for planning purposes.
-Must attend and participate in the fall Induction Ceremony; failure to do so will result
in the loss of the office of Vice President.
-Work with the President to run the NJHS meetings and run the meeting in the absence of
the President.
-Chairs or co-chairs one of the NJHS committees and must fulfill the project requirements
for this committee.
-Must meet with and coordinate other officers and oversee all committee work
-Assist with communications (when needed).
-Must truly care about the direction and progress of the Society; must promote growth as
well as change when necessary.
- Must take the oath of office at the first meeting in May.
SECRETARY (1)
-Elected for a one-year term.
-Must be an eighth grader..
-Must work with officers and faculty advisor one morning per week for planning purposes.
-Must attend and participate in the fall Induction Ceremony; failure to do so will result
in the loss of the office of Secretary.
-Chairs or co-chairs one of the NJHS committees and must fulfill the project requirements
for this committee.
- Will take notes (“minutes”) of every meeting and catalogs the events;
gives a copy of the minutes to the advisor within one week of the meetings.
-Will handle social media communications. ie; Facebook, Instagram, Remind, Blog, email, text, etc.
-Takes and records attendance at all meetings; have absentees come to him/her in order
to determine whether the absence is excused or unexcused; gives a copy of this list to the
advisor immediately following the meetings.
-Must take the oath of office at the first meeting in May.
Historian and Media (1)
-Elected for a one-year term.
-Must be an eighth grader.
-Must work with officers and faculty advisor one morning per week for planning purposes.
-Must attend and participate in the fall Induction Ceremony; failure to do so will result
in the loss of the office of Historian.
-Chairs or co-chairs one of the NJHS committees and must fulfill the project requirements
for this committee.
- Will take help updating the blog and make a slide show for the end-of-year celebration.
-Will assist with social media communications. ie; Facebook, Instagram, Remind, Blog, etc.
-Must take the oath of office at the first meeting in May.
Event Coordinator (2)
-Elected for a one-year term.
-Must be an eighth grader.
-Must work with officers and faculty advisor one morning per week for planning purposes.
-Must attend and participate in the fall Induction Ceremony; failure to do so will result
in the loss of the office of Historian.
-Chairs or co-chairs one of the NJHS committees and must fulfill the project requirements
for this committee.
- Will take help meet with the advisor and help prepare a yearly calendar.
-Will ensure all members are involved with the planning of at least one event. -Must take the oath of office at the first meeting in May.
See Remind or Mrs. Vogel for an application.
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