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Lakeview Middle School

National Junior Honor Society

National Junior Honor Society

Welcome to the organization the world’s highest achieving middle level students have been proudly adding to their résumés since 1929. There is only one National Junior Honor Society (NJHS), and it provides an outstanding opportunity to grow with academically accomplished peers who are sharpening the habits needed for success in high school and beyond.

Each chapter is required to publish its qualifications for membership, which is based on the five pillars of NJHS:

    • Per national guidelines, at a minimum, students must have a cumulative GPA of 85, B, 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent standard of excellence. (Each school chapter is allowed to require a higher cumulative GPA.)
    • The LMS scholarship requirement is higher than the national minimum requirement. The Lakeview Middle School chapter by-laws state that the scholarship requirement is as follows: "Only students who have a combined core glass GPA of 90% or higher for their seventh grade year and for the first semester of their eighth grade year will qualify for application. Eligible students will be given an application to apply to the LMS chapter of the NJHS. The faculty council will discuss/vote on any disciplinary action regarding membership." 
    • Upon joining NJHS, students are responsible for maintaining a cumulative  GPA of 90 or higher and maintaining good conduct. 

    • This involves voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community, done without compensation.

    • Student leaders are those who are resourceful, good problem solvers, and idea contributors. Leadership experiences can be drawn from school or community activities while working with or for others.

    • The student of good character is cooperative; demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability; shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others; and generally maintains a clean disciplinary record.

    • The student who demonstrates citizenship understands the importance of civic engagement; has a high regard for freedom and justice; respects democracy; respects the law for all citizens at the local, state, and federal levels; and demonstrates mature participation and responsibility in activities such as scouting, community organizations, or school clubs.

Students who meet the scholarship requirement will have an opportunity to complete a form detailing their accomplishments in and commitment to service, leadership, character, and citizenship.