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The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NJHS serves to honor those students who demonstrate excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1929. The Knight Academy is proud to be the only local community school to sponsor a chapter of the National Junior Honor Society.
Students are eligible to be members on the NJHS from the second semester of the 6th grade through the 9th grade. Candidates must meet the following criteria for consideration:
- Scholarship. 85%, "B" average, or 3.0 GPA.
- Service. Volunteer service without compensation.
- Leadership. Experience from school and community can be considered.
- Character. The regular demonstration of positive character qualities including honesty, respect, courtesy, etc.
- Citizenship. civic involvement and demonstration of civic values through involvement of scouting, community or school clubs.
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