Code of Conduct & Expectations

 NJHS Member Code of Conduct

Members of the Mount Sinai Middle School NJHS chapter are expected to:

**Academic Expectations:**

- Maintain the required GPA each marking period

- Demonstrate consistent effort in all classes

- Complete all assignments on time

- Seek help when needed

**Behavioral Expectations:**

- Follow all school rules and policies

- Demonstrate respect for peers, teachers, and staff

- Show integrity in all academic work (no cheating, plagiarism, or dishonesty)

- Serve as positive role models for other students

- Represent NJHS and MSMS with dignity at all times

**Participation Expectations:**

- Attend all required chapter meetings

- Participate in chapter service projects

- Complete required service hours

- Wear appropriate attire at official events

**Service Expectations:**

- Complete 20 service hours during membership

- Submit service hour documentation by deadlines

- Demonstrate genuine commitment to helping others

Probation and Dismissal

Members who fail to meet expectations may face:

**Probation:**

- Issued for failure to maintain GPA, incomplete service hours, or behavioral concerns

- Member and family notified in writing

- Member cannot participate in induction ceremony or recognition events during probation

**Dismissal:**

- May result from failure to improve during probation, serious behavioral violations, or academic integrity violations

- Faculty Council reviews cases and makes final decision

- Member and family notified in writing

- Dismissal is permanent; student cannot reapply to NJHS

All members are expected to uphold the five pillars both in school and in the community.