Here at St. Germaine it is important to continue to strive for excellence.  We encourage all students in our middle school to become involved, work hard, help others.  See your homeroom teacher for more information about becoming a member or being inducted into the NJHS here at St. Germaine.

NJHS is more than just an honor roll. Local chapters, working together with the national office, promote 5 pillars of excellence - Character, Scholarship, Leadership, Citizenship and Service - and strive to help students improve in all five areas.

The National Junior Honor Society 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 have demonstrated 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.

Today, it is estimated that more than one million students participate in official Honor Society activities. NHS and NJHS chapters are found in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, many U.S. territories, and Canada. Chapter membership not only recognizes students for their accomplishments, but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service.

St. Germaine Catholic School is a chartered institution of the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS).  Students in grades 6, 7, and 8 are eligible to become members of this prestigious organization.  Students must meet the following criteria for membership:
 

1. A minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.00 after the first three quarters of the academic year. Students must maintain this minimal G.P.A. to continue membership.

2. High standards and evidence of character, service, leadership, and citizenship.  Six service hours per year is required for 6th grade, eight service hours per year is required for 7th grade, and ten service hours per year is required for 8th grade.

A committee composed of the middle school teachers, and the principal review the standards and an autobiographical statement by each candidate who is nominated. Acceptance by this committee results in selection of a student to become a member. Induction into the NJHS occurs during the fourth quarter of the school year.