Reach new heights of personal commitment and development through joining our National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) family. Through our exclusive resources, programs, and services, membership allows students to grow further in their journey towards a successful, impactful, and honorable future in college and beyond. Membership into the Cedar Park Middle School chapter of the National Junior Honor Society lays the groundwork for lifelong success.
Requirements for Membership
"How do I get into NJHS?"
7th Graders who have attended CPMS for at least one full semester and meet the requirements (below) of Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character are eligible to receive an invitations to join NJHS.
Invitations to apply will be sent by the end of February to students who meet those qualifications. Applications are due with in 14 days of receiving. Admission will be determined via selection committee shortly thereafter.
Membership dues must be paid BEFORE the Induction Ceremony date.
Scholarship
Students must have a 90 or higher average in EACH of their core classes.
Service
This involves voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community, done WITHOUT compensation.
Leadership
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.
Character
The student of good character is cooperative; demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability; shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others; and maintains no disciplinary infractions (ISS).
(for more information, reference CPMS's Chapter Bylaws)
National Honor Society Meeting Dates 2025-2026
Unless otherwise stated, all meetings will be in the Room 1008 and Thursday morning begins at 8:40 and afternoon meetings begin at 4:25. Please arrive on time. Late arrivals count as absences.
August- 8/20 (First Meeting of the Year)
September 9- Leadership Interviews (By invitation only)
September - 9/17 (Leadership Announcement Meeting)
October - 10/22
November - 11/19
December - 12/10
January - 1/14
February - 2/11
March - 3/11
*NEW* THURSDAY APRIL- 4/2 (PM meeting only) *NEW*
April- 4/22 (Last Meeting of the Year)
May 13- (First meeting for 2027 inductees)
Please arrive on time. Late arrivals count as absences.
Meetings are held monthly (1 in the morning, 1 in the afternoon)
Morning meeting- please check in and wait at the Cafeteria to be pick up at 8:35 am.
Afternoon meetings- please check in at Mr. Nauman's room 1108.
They last generally 15-20 minutes
You must be in attendance at start of meeting or will count as an unexcused absence
Excused vs. Unexcused
You are responsible for knowing when the meetings are and arriving ON TIME.
1 unexcused/undocumented absences results in probation
2 unexcused/undocumented absences per bylaws may result in dismissal from NJHS
You may receive ONLY one excused absent for illness unless approved by Mr. Nauman. If you miss a meeting for another reason, they are marked as unexcused.