2.  A national organization for scholars  The purpose of the NJHS is “to create enthusiasm for Scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render Service, to promote Leadership, to develop Character, and to encourage Citizenship”.  NJHS is a service organization that encourages students to make a difference in the world around them.

3.  Membership will involve ◦ attending an induction ceremony (January ) ◦ attending monthly meetings ◦ maintaining your GPA ◦ organizing and participating in service projects (at least ten hours of volunteer service is required) ◦ being a leader through example at F8/9 ◦ We are requesting $10.00 in dues.

4.  Volunteer service to school, community, world  The ten hours required before May 14.  The hours include any service organizations, church groups, volunteer work you do.  You will need a verification form for your hours  You also need to participate in the Monument NJHS service learning projects (this counts towards your hours).

5.  We meet in the library on the first Wednesday of most months: ◦ December 4 th ◦ January 15 th ◦ February 19 th ◦ March 5 th ◦ April 9 th ◦ and a lunch for our last meeting on May 7 th.  January 29 th : Practice for Induction Ceremony  January 30: Induction on 6:30 PM in the Cafeteria  May 14 th — SERVICE HOURS DUE

6.  10 hours are required by May 14 th  Complete the service form—found on our website OR in Mrs. Stabolepszy’s office

7.  We are asking for $10.00 in dues.  If you can’t afford the dues, you can apply for a scholarship.  Dues goes towards the induction ceremony and supplies.  Dues are due at the January 15 th meeting.

8.  January 30th ◦ 6:30 - 8:00 PM ◦ Requirement of NJHS ◦ Sign up to help set up (it’s good for service hours!)