National Junior Honor Society

By: Valery Warner, Brittney Corrado, and Alisha Bains 

December 18, 2020

As 2020 wraps up, the Brooklyn School’s National Junior Honor Society takes center stage. 

The National Junior Honor Society was founded in 1929 and has been a program in the Brooklyn City School District ever since. Students are invited to apply for this prestigious honor based on their grade-point averages from the first and second quarters during sixth and seventh grade. With GPAs of 3.5 and higher, students can fill out an application listing their awards and accomplishments throughout the years.  Many of these students are involved with extracurricular activities such as sports, band, and the spring musical as well. 

Additionally, a big part of the honor society is giving back to the community. These students dedicate their time to volunteer for noteworthy causes.  To be accepted, students must be well-rounded.

The final step is writing an essay as to why being a part of NJHS is vital and important.

In a normal, non-covid school year, the NJHS is responsible for morning announcements and helping with activities around the school such as the book fair, elf shop, field day, etc. Students also help with community events like the bike rodeo, Fall fest, and the spaghetti dinner fundraiser. In the past, they even assisted with recycling projects.

In May of 2021, the new recipients will officially be inducted into the NJHS with a ceremony.  Hopefully, the ceremony will be different and back to “normal” as last year’s group was unable to have a traditional event due to covid.  However, 2020 members were recognized in other ways to commemorate their achievement.

If you are interested in joining or want more information on the National Junior Honor Society, please contact Sherrin Frate, who has been the coordinator for 20 years.