National Junior Honor Society
Thomas A. Kraft Chapter
National Junior Honor Society
General Guidelines
Since 1977, when we received our charter, Macopin School has had the pleasure of offering high-achieving students membership in the Thomas A. Kraft Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society. Induction into this organization is based on excellence in each of the following areas: Scholarship, Leadership, Character, Service, and Citizenship. The following is an explanation of the criteria for membership in the Thomas A. Kraft Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society.
Scholarship - By the end of the second marking period of their eighth grade year, students must have achieved a 92.5% over-all average (3.75 GPA). This average is a cumulative average based on student grades in all subject areas up until that point.
Leadership and Character - Nominees must exhibit positive leadership and character qualities, both at Macopin School and in the community. These are demonstrated through offices or positions held, team cooperation, school spirit, and positive interaction with peers and faculty members, both within and outside of the instructional setting. Faculty members are asked to complete a subjective survey, rating each NJHS candidate from 0 to 3 on the leadership and character attributes these nominees display. Any student who receives a majority of 2 or higher as scores in each of these areas may be considered for membership. In addition, students must obtain a signed letter of recommendation from someone outside the educational community who can attest to the candidate’s character and leadership qualities.
Service and Activities - As part of the application process, candidates are required to complete paperwork that asks them to list their involvement in school and community recreational and service activities. Candidates must have a minimum of TWO items from each of the four categories below for each year, both 7th and 8th grade. The following are examples of possible school and community recreational and service activities. (credit is not limited to the activities and services listed below)
School Service
Student Council Yearbook Club Macopin Mentors Fundraising Hall Runner
Peer Tutor Give a Goat Night Rockathon MACC Club Giving Tree
Angel Project
School Activity
Intramural Sports School Play Activity Nights Class Trips Chorus Band Clubs
Community Service
Beautification Day Church Service Activity Relay for Life Babysitting (no pay)
Food Drives Volunteering Roadside Clean up
Community Activity
Sports teams Scouts Cheerleading Lessons (Dance, Music, Art)
Youth group Jobs
Toward the end of February, eighth grade students who have met the academic criteria will be invited to apply for membership in the National Junior Honor Society. More specific information about criteria and application standards will be distributed to eligible students at that time.
If you have any questions regarding Macopin’s National Junior Honor Society, please feel free to contact the NJHS advisor, Ken Ryerson, using the information listed below.
Ken Ryerson
(973) 697-5691 Ext. 3332