National Junior Honor Society
NJHS
Contacts:
Mrs. Kemp-Brown: avkempbr@volusia.k12.fl.us
Mrs. Lachman Wing: sslachm1@volusia.k12.fl.us
Remind code: @e9k7ge
MEETINGS: All meetings will take place on Wednesday mornings, mostly on Early Release days (as of now). Please be at the gate by 8:20 on the following dates:
August 23 ~ September 20 ~ October 18 ~ November 15 ~ Tentative... December 6* ~ January 17 ~ February 21 ~ March 20 ~ April 17 ~ May 22
If we need to cancel a meeting, we will give at least one week’s notice.
Other dates to know:
September 1 – Officer candidate essays due (NOT a meeting date)
May 29 – 8th graders only – breakfast celebration – NOT EARLY RELEASE, but it is the last Wednesday of the year.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE: We have service projects throughout the year, which will contribute to our community and allow you opportunities to earn service hours. Remember, 15 hours are required for the year. Sheets will be collected in May, or whenever you complete your 15 hour requirement.
October – Breast Cancer Walk
November – Basket Brigade
December – Toys for Tots
January/February - Staff recognition
February/March - Staff recognition
March – May – Basketball concessions
May – NJHS Inductions Ceremony
August 2024 – help with 6th grade orientation, unless plans change
TBA opportunities
- School beautification
- Tomoka Elementary Fall Festival?
- Other opportunities sometimes come up as we get invitations from nearby schools and organizations. They will be shared via REMIND.
DUES: Dues are $10 for the year, and will cover activities and shirts. Cash, check, or online payment are all accepted.
GPA: The required GPA to remain in NJHS is 3.67.