It's Never Too Early for Service!

I've had quite a few emails regarding service hours over the summer. It's never to early to start logging hours toward your 2014/ 2015 commitment of eight independent hours. NJHS encourages service done for community organizations (rather than helping to cut Grandma's lawn - which you should also do!) NJHS also suggests that you choose activities and organizations about which you are passionate. This is an opportunity to develop interests and learn new skills. Just remember to log your hours on the Service Hours Log form and get the organization supervisor's signature!

Summer Volunteer Opportunity!

Special thanks to Member parent, Grace Kneeshaw, for presenting this fun volunteer opportunity:
The Non-profit park, Northville Park, (2800 Leelanau NE) is having a work day to clean up their tennis courts this Saturday,  July 26, from 9am  to 12pm. Bring a lunch and stay after for some time in the pool as guests of Crossroads NJHS member Justin Kneeshaw!

If you have any questions please call Grace Kneeshaw @ 363-9094

NJHS Announces New Members!

Established in 1929, the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) seeks to recognize outstanding middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NJHS recognizes students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Character, and Citizenship. These five characteristics or "pillars" have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings in 1929.

The Crossroads chapter of NJHS is pleased to announce the selection of 49 new members for the 2014-2015 school year. These students qualified to apply to NJHS by earning a GPA of 3.6 or higher. Following this impressive academic achievement candidates underwent a rigorous selection process in which they were asked to demonstrate significant accomplishments in the areas of leadership, service, character and citizenship. But the hard work doesn’t end there!

Once selected for NJHS membership, these young adults are called upon to serve as leaders of the school and models in the community. Members will complete a minimum of eight hours of individual service in a personal area of interest over the course of the next year. In addition, members will complete an additional eight hours of group service while leading and participating in several school based service projects.

New members will be inducted at a special ceremony at the Max Colley Jr. Performing Arts Center on October 7, 2014 at 7pm. This new group of members brings the Crossroads Chapter membership count to a whopping seventy students! Way to go Northview!

Welcome to Our Site!

Established in 1929, the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) seeks to recognize outstanding middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NJHS recognizes students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Character, and Citizenship. These five characteristics or "pillars" have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings in 1929. 

Today, it is estimated that more than one million students participate in activities of the NHS (High School) and NJHS (Middle School). NHS and NJHS chapters are found in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, many U.S. Territories, and Canada. Membership in the Crossroads Chapter not only recognizes students for their accomplishments, but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school and community service. 

Follow the links on the right to access helpful information and resources which explain the National Junior Honor Society, requirements of candidates and members, important dates, and printable forms.