National Junior Honor Society - NJHS at Hillcrest



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April 2, 2014

Dear Student/Parent/Guardian,

It is with great pleasure that we are officially inviting you to submit an application to the Hillcrest Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society. You should be extremely proud of your academic achievements and put forth the effort needed to complete an application for admission into the chapter. By completing the application, you are not simply guaranteed acceptance into the chapter but rather, you are considered for membership. Please know that not all students who complete the application process are in fact admitted.

The Hillcrest Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society chapter is an organization for which its members are selected by Hillcrest Middle School faculty based on grade point average, citizenship, service, character, and leadership. If you are interested in membership, please pick up the application forms which include an essay and recommendation forms from one current teacher and one other adult (not a relative) who knows you well. The application forms are attached for your convenience. The membership application form must be received in person by Mrs. Johnson in Room D7 or Mrs. Birnbaum in Room D14 no later than 3:00 pm on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. Recommendation forms must also be submitted no later than 3:00 pm on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. It is vital that the evaluator either drop the recommendation off at Hillcrest Middle School in a sealed envelope or mail the recommendation (applicant must provide the postage). We cannot be held responsible if a recommendation letter is not delivered on time or is lost in delivery. Recommendation forms received from the applicant instead of the evaluator will not be accepted. Absolutely no forms or paperwork may be submitted electronically.

Please remember:

➢ Some students who complete the application may not be accepted.

➢ The HMS staff information ratings as well as the information on the recommendations are confidential and will not be disclosed or discussed.

➢ Incomplete paperwork or failure to meet any of the deadlines will disqualify the candidate.

➢ It is the student’s/candidate’s responsibility to complete the process and ask questions (if any) in a timely manner.

Joining NJHS is not only an honor but also a big commitment.  Its purpose is:

1. To create enthusiasm for Scholarship

2. To stimulate a desire to render Service

3. To promote Leadership

4. To develop Character

5. To encourage Citizenship 

All NJHS members are expected to attend all regularly scheduled meetings, participate in chapter service projects and in an individual service project developed from his or her own particular talents and interests. Annual dues for this chapter shall be $25.00 for the year and includes a t-shirt. More information about our chapter can be viewed on our website:

Thank you for your interest and congratulations on your educational achievements!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Deborah Johnson Mrs. Lisa Birnbaum

Cut here and return to Mrs. Johnson in Rm D7.

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Please sign below to indicate that you have read and understand the information contained in this invitation letter. The deadline to turn in this form is Monday, April 7, 2014. Failure to turn in this form or the membership application and recommendation forms by the deadlines will disqualify any candidate for the 2014-2015 school year.

Student’s Name (please print): _____________________________________________________________

Student’s Signature:     _____________________________________________________________

Parent Signature:       _____________________________________________________________

Date:

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ESSAY

In an essay, please describe the ways in which you exemplify the core values of National Junior Honor Society and why you feel that you would be an asset to our school’s chapter. Joining NJHS is not only an honor but also a big commitment.  Its purpose is:

1. To create enthusiasm for Scholarship

2. To stimulate a desire to render Service

3. To promote Leadership

4. To develop Character

5. To encourage Citizenship 

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National Junior Honor Society Recommendation

Student’s Name (please print):______________________________________

Students chosen for membership must exhibit a high standard of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship.

Please take a few minutes to complete this form. Thank you for your assistance in our selection process. Please place in a sealed envelope with your signature across the flap of the envelope and return to Mrs. Johnson’s mailbox. Recommendation forms received directly from the candidate will not be accepted. All recommendation forms need to be received no later than Wednesday, April 16, 2014 by 3:00 pm. Thank you for taking the time to do this.

Name: ________________________ Date: __________ Phone: ____________

Relationship to candidate: _______________________

Please rate the following areas on a scale of zero (poor) through 3 (outstanding) by circling the correct number.

Punctual to class and with assignments 3 2 1 0 N/A

Works well with others 3 2 1 0 N/A

Shows leadership qualities 3 2 1 0 N/A

Attitude/Respectful 3 2 1 0 N/A

Class participation 3 2 1 0 N/A

Assisting others 3 2 1 0 N/A

Attendance 3 2 1 0 N/A

Communication skills 3 2 1 0 N/A

Comments: (you may continue on the reverse side)

Comments:

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National Junior Honor Society Recommendation

Student’s Name (please print):______________________________________

Students chosen for membership must exhibit a high standard of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship.

Please take a few minutes to complete this form. Thank you for your assistance in our selection process. Please place in a sealed envelope with your signature across the flap of the envelope and return to Mrs. Johnson’s mailbox. Recommendation forms received directly from the candidate will not be accepted. All recommendation forms need to be received no later than Wednesday, April 16, 2014 by 3:00 pm. Thank you for taking the time to do this.

Name: ________________________ Date: __________ Phone: ____________

Relationship to candidate: _______________________

Please rate the following areas on a scale of zero (poor) through 3 (outstanding) by circling the correct number.

Punctual to class and with assignments 3 2 1 0 N/A

Works well with others 3 2 1 0 N/A

Shows leadership qualities 3 2 1 0 N/A

Attitude/Respectful 3 2 1 0 N/A

Class participation 3 2 1 0 N/A

Assisting others 3 2 1 0 N/A

Attendance 3 2 1 0 N/A

Communication skills 3 2 1 0 N/A

Comments: (you may continue on the reverse side)

Comments:

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