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On June 11, James Mule, principal at St. Amelia School in the Towsn of Tonawanda, a National School of Excellence, inducted 14 8th graders from the class of 2010 into the National Junior Honor Society, which is in association with the National Association of Secondary School Principals.
The following members of the eighth grade class were inducted: Samantha Barry, Jack Beltrami, Samantha Gugino, Julia Haeick, Brian Hamp, Jessica Hart, Francesca Harvey,
Andrew Hayes, Jenna Ivancic, Thomas Lawson, Allison McGloin, Delaney Nola, Kristina Rovisonand Andrea Stutz.
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, the NJHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Character, and Citizenship.
These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since their beginnings in 1929.
Scholarship
Students who have a cumulative grade point average of an “A”, or a higher cumulative average set by the local school's Faculty Council, meet the scholarship requirement for membership.
Service
This quality is defined through the voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community,
done without compensation and with a positive, courteous, and enthusiastic spirit.
Leadership
Student leaders are those who are resourceful, good problem solvers, promoters of school activities, ideavcontributors, dependable, and persons who exemplify positive attitudes about life. Leadership experiences can be drawn from school or community activities while working with or for others.
Character
The student of good character upholds principles of morality and ethics, is cooperative, demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability, shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others, and generally maintains a good and clean lifestyle.
Citizenship
The student who demonstrates citizenship understands the importance of civic involvement, has a high regard for freedom, justice, and democracy, and demonstrates mature participation and responsibility through involvement with such activities as scouting, community organizations, and school clubs.
Mrs. Schiavone, faculty advisor for the National Junior Honor Society stated, "This group of
students has been demonstrating excellence in academics, leadership and service throughout
the school year. It is nice to see them get recognized for their effort."
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