September Meeting

Attention Honor Society Members!

Our September meeting is next Wednesday, 9/3, in the choir room! We will begin at 7:15 sharp! Plan to arrive a few minutes early so that you can greet your friends and grab a breakfast snack. Remember, meetings are mandatory. If you are unable to attend you MUST contact me via email.
Our agenda for the meeting will include:

1. Service Hours requirements and documentation
2. Communication: Synergy email list and NJHS website
3. Group Service Projects
4. Induction Ceremony!

Don't forget to wear your NJHS T-shirt. Stop by the art room on Monday before or after school if you still need to pick up your "T". See you promptly Wednesday morning at 7:15!

More Group Service Opportunities Available

Back-To-School Helpers Wanted!

Hi Everyone,
What a fabulous Service & Social event we had today. It was so fun to meet everyone. You are an awesome group! Special thanks to the Officer Panel for putting together fun ice-breakers and yummy rice crispy treats. Also, a huge THANK YOU to all the parents who helped out this morning!

For those who would like to continue to provide service at school tomorrow, Tuesday, August 26, there are some jobs available. Several teachers need help in their classrooms and the banners project started by today's NJHS crew needs to be finished tomorrow so they will be ready to brighten our cafeteria next week!

Here's the link to the sign-up genius:Back-To-School Helpers Wanted!
Here's the URL:  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094faeaa2e5-backtoschool

See You Monday!

Welcome new and returning Honor Society members! I can't wait to see you Monday. Just a few reminders:

• New members: stop by the NJHS table in the gym to pick up your T-shirt!
• Orientation Day Service Workers: you will be expected to wear your t-shirt proudly while "on-duty!" 
• If you are providing service on Monday you MUST sign in on the form at our NJHS table to receive "Credit" for these service hours. 
•  I hope to see ALL members at our first get-together at 10am in the choir room!
• Parents signed up to help out - please look for me in the gym or art room, or check your email for my cell # so that I can give you your assignment! 

See you all Monday! -Ms. Wilson.

Come get messy, Join us on the 25th!

There are still lots of sign up slots available for students to help with the Back-to-School display during the 7:30-10am time slot - if you can't come for the whole time, just add a comment in the sign up telling when you will be there. We also have a need for a parent or two to help supervise. Don't be intimidated by the ART part of this project. It is messy, but you will have fun!

We are creating about 10, large, cloth banners with the message:
 YOU ARE MORE...(inspired by the popular song) Followed by words that speak to looking past the external ways we are expected to "measure up" such as  GPA, Height, or Facebook Friends list. You Are More Than Your Shoe Size, would be an example. Our back-to-school message is to look past the external attributes of a person to see the wonderful individual inside.

We will be using a variety of materials, including permanent cloth dye (I have aprons and rubber gloves), spray paint and lots of alphabet sets donated by Mrs. Menhart (Thank You!) So, Students sign up at the Genius and come help us spread this important message! Parents, here's your Signup Genius link.

You have Signed Up!

What a great turn out we've had on both the student signupgenius for August 25th as well as the Parent Volunteer for the year signupgenius!

If you see something you'd like to be part of but the slots are all full, do not despair! Just send me an email and I will either add a slot or create another task. There is always plenty of help needed! Also, if you have ideas for service at our school or in our community send me an email!
See you soon!
Ms. Wilson
kwilson@nvps.net

Service for Students and Parents, Too!

Wow! Our Service & Social Day is bound to be a huge success. Almost every signup slot on signupgenius is full! I can't wait to see new and returning NJHS student members on August 25!

Now it's the parents' turn! There are lots of fun service ops, both small and large, for you grown ups to help support all that NJHS does for the Northview Community. Some opportunities are a one shot deal, half an hour, others are year-long. There's something for everyone! So, go to the NJHS parent volunteer signup genius and sign up!

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.