National Jr. Honor Society at Rachel Carson

NJHS Sponsors: Ms. Thrasher and Mr. Grant

What is NJHS?

Established in 1929, the National Junior Honor Society is the nation’s premier recognition program for middle school students. The NJHS represents those individuals who have distinguished themselves as outstanding in their schools and community. 

NJHS is primarily an 8 th grade activity. Eligible 7 th grade students will receive an invitation to apply after the end of the 3 rd quarter. Students cannot earn NJHS hours until AFTER they have been accepted and inducted into the organization at the end of 7 th grade.

For current 8 th grade members, all 10 NJHS service hours must be VERIFIED in x2VOL by no later than 2:15 pm on Friday, May 12 th , 2023.

To maintain good standing in NJHS, 8th grade members must:

1. Maintain a 3.5 cumulative GPA

2. Complete a minimum of 10 service hours, maximum 15, at an FCPS school for an FCPS sponsored event.

3. Uphold the qualities of SCHOLARSHIP, LEADERSHIP, CHARACTER, CITIZENSHIP and Service

Team Liaisons

Voyagers Mrs. Newman A207
Wolves
Mr. Coe C208
Yellow Jackets
Mr. Corman B210
Dolphins
Ms. Thrasher B206
Discovery
Mr. Darr A205
Dream
Mr. Scott A105

Sponsors and liaisons will answer questions for you and help solve any problems you may have. JUST LET US KNOW!  Liaisons will approve service hours, announce dates and meetings, and provide additional forms and information throughout the school year.