The National Honor Society (NHS) celebrates students' commitment to the values of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These four pillars have been associated with membership in the organization since its inception at JCHS in 2011.

The JCHS NHS Chapter encourages all students in grades 10-12 who aspire to excellence in the areas of scholarship, character, leadership, and service to submit a student information form for consideration. 

Membership Requirements

• 3.7 cumulative weighted GPA is required (validated each year)
• 20 hours of community service per year on a volunteer basis for a non-profit organization.
• Payment of dues.
• Attend monthly meetings.

Membership Benefits

• Eligibility for NHS scholarships
• NHS pin
• NHS Graduation Stole
• More....

What do Taylor Swift, former first lady Michelle Obama, and baseball legend Cal Ripken Jr., have in common? They were all members of the National Honor Society. What about you?

Helpful Links

NHS Eligibility and Selection Process

2024-2025 JCHS NHS New Member Student Information Form

2024-2025 JCHS Returning Member Verification Form (All returning members must complete the form once before 20 Sep 24)

NHS Service Hours Form

JCHS NHS Chapter Bylaws