About the National Junior Honor Society

The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding middle school students. Having an NJHS chapter elevates a school's commitment to the values of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. These five pillars have been associated with membership in the organization since its inception in 1929. The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) officially established NJHS eight years after it founded National Honor Society for high school students.

Much more than an honor roll, NJHS is a distinctive multifaceted learning experience that provides a solid and meaningful foundation for life. Today it is estimated that more than one million students participate in NJHS activities, and chapters are found in all 50 states, US Territories, and around the world.

The Selection Process

• Eligible students are identified. Eligible students must:
  • Be members of the 6th, 7th, or 8th grade class.
  • Have completed at least two courses at TTU K-12 and remain in full-time status.
  • Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Maintain adequate progress to stay at, a minimum, their age appropriate grade level.
  • Be exemplary in service, leadership, and character.
• Eligible students are invited to fill out the candidate information packet and return it along with three personal recommendations.
• Candidate information packets are processed, and personal references are reviewed by members of the NJHS faculty council.
• A meeting is held by the NJHS faculty council and a decision is made regarding which students will be selected for membership.