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Who can join?

In the fall semester, only eighth grade students can join CJSF. In the spring, both seventh and eighth grade students may join.

How do I become a member?

In order to become a member of CJSF, students must apply at the beginning of each semester. Pay attention to the morning announcements for application due dates. Please note, that because CJSF is a state-wide organization we cannot make exceptions about the academic requirements for CJSF, nor can we accept applications late.

What are the requirements for membership?

Membership is open to students who have earned points totaling twice that of the number of academic classes (English, math, science, history and, if applicable, Spanish, FLAG, or ELD) attempted. PE and electives (except languages) do not count toward point totals.

You must earn a total of 8 points (unless you took FLAG, Spanish or ELD, and, in that case, you must earn 10 points).

• Each “A” in an academic class is worth THREE points. 

• Each “B” in an academic class is worth ONE point. 

• Students may earn an extra point for “above grade level” courses if they earned an “A” or a “B.” Students may earn no more than 2 extra points per semester.

• ONLY the following classes earn an extra point: ADV English, ADV History, Math 7/8 Accelerated, Integrated Math 1, Spanish 1-2, Spanish 3-4,  and FLAG.

• A grade of a “D”, “F”, or “U” in any class will disqualify a student from participation.

To become a member, you must complete an application and turn it on or before the deadline. Advisors will review applicants' semester grades after the application due date. After we review applications, students who qualify for CJSF will be invited to a Google Classroom and can pick up their Service Card at snack. When you pick up your Service Card, we will also be collecting donations to help pay for the costs of running the club. Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated and are used to pay CJSF dues and to sustain the club.