National Junior Honor Society

NJHS is a national organization comprised of 7th and 8th Grade students who excel in the following: scholarship, citizenship, service, leadership, and character.  

Applications for the 2026-2027 school year will be due Friday, Oct. 2.  

Are you ready to build your leadership skills, make an impact in our school, and stand out as a student leader? Applications for the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) are officially open!

NJHS isn’t just an honor on paper—it’s a community of students who care about making a real difference through service projects, teamwork, and leadership opportunities.

Do You Qualify to Apply?

• Scholorship: An average of 85 or above in all of your classes.

• Character: A clean record with zero discipline referrals.

• Service: Willing to obtain a minimum of 30 service hours for the year. 

Why Join?

• Plan and participate in community service projects.

• Build skills that look amazing on high school and college applications.

• Connect with a group of driven peers who want to lead.

How to Apply: Use this following link or QR Code: NJHS Application     All completed forms are due by October 2, 2026. No late forms will be accepted. 

Note: There are a total of 3 forms (one digital and 2 paper) that are due by Oct. 2, 2026. 

Take the leap and showcase your character—we can't wait to see your application!

2026-2027 NJHS Application 

Click here for Community Service Ideas

Submit Volunteer Service Hours HERE

*Hours from May 2026 and Summer 2026 will count towards the 2026-2027 school year.  

You must submit at least 30 hours for the school  year (including summer 2026). 

The deadline for submission for The Distinguished Service Award is April 15, 2027.

Deadline for submission for all volunteer hours is April 15, 2027.

Current Members:

Yearly Dues ($10) 

NJHS T-Shirt ($20) - Optional

National Junior Honor Society Pillars:

SCHOLARSHIP

The John M. Tidwell School chapter requires that members maintain academic excellence by maintaining an 85 cumulative average in core subjects for each grading period. Failure to maintain theses grades may result in probation and a possible dismissal hearing from NJHS.  

CITIZENSHIP

Good citizenship encompasses your behavior.  It also includes your duties, rights, and privileges as a citizen of Tidwell Middle School. 

SERVICE

Service involves doing things for other people without expecting a reward. Service is volunteering to help complete a task that will enrich the life of another person. NJHS members at our school are required to participate in at least 30 hours of community service every school year. A student might volunteer at church, school, clubs, or community.  You will submit your hours through the Top Titan Community Service  Program.

LEADERSHIP

Leadership is highly regarded in candidates. A student may be a leader in school or community organizations. A leader is a person that other students look up to and respect. A leader sets a good example for others to follow.

CHARACTER

Your character is the combination of qualities that distinguishes you from another person.  It is your combined moral and ethical make-up.

Questions?

Ask Mrs. Ritchey in room 2211 or at melissa.ritchey@nisdtx.org

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