*** Students must reapply to the National Junior Honor Society EVERY year. See the information below for important CHANGES to the application process for the 2023-2024 school year. ***

 

• Interested students are expected to attend the National Junior Honor Society meetings. Meetings will be held during Round Table this year.

  • See the timeline tab for more information on the meeting dates.
     

•  Community Service: 10+ hours of verified Community Service Hours

  • Community Service Hours are those which are done for others (not including family members), for which no compensation (monetary or otherwise) has been given.  Hours must be verified with a supervisor’s signature.

  • Qualifying service hours should be earned from May 31, 2023 through April 17, 2024 (the due date of the application).

  • You will record hours by hand on our form which will be handed out during our first meeting and found on our Schoology page. 

    • You will scan this form and upload it to your digital application in the spring. 

  • All hours should be recorded on the ONE application, signed by the appropriate supervisors, and submitted on time or earlier than April 17, 2024 by 5:00 pm. 

  • Special Note: WEB leaders may only counta maximum of 5 hours of WEB service towards their overall total of volunteer hours.

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•  GPA: 3.5+ Semester GPA

  • Canyon Park’s standard of excellence embodies opportunities for growth. We encourage students who don’t meet the GPA requirements this school year, to try again and apply next school year. 

  • GPA reports will be run for the First Semester of the school year.

  • Check StudentVue for your Semester 1 GPA around mid February.

 

• Personal Narrative: 250 – 750 words

  • Template found on Schoology Group.

  • To be turned in attached to the application. 

  • See application for prompt and requirements.
     

• Exemplary Citizenship: No detentions, Saturday schools, or suspensions

  • Will be verified with the main office and administration.

  • Appeals for detentions ONLY will be made on a case-by-case basis with the administration. 

  •  It is important to note that just because you submit an appeal, it does not automatically mean you will get into Honor Society.

 

• ASB Dues                                

  • ASB dues must be paid for the current school year. 

  • Must get signed verification through the main office, with Mrs. Fisher.
     

•   Completed application submitted by 5:00 PM, Wednesday, April 17, 2024.  

     INCOMPLETE/LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. NO EXCEPTIONS

2023 - 2024 CPMS National Junior Honor Society: Important Dates

>>>Start earning community service hours starting in May 31, 2023.<<<

Meetings:

Held in person during Round Table (8:00-8:30 am) on the following dates.
Meet in the cafeteria and check in with your Round Table teacher first. 

• Friday, October 13: Meeting 1- Informational 

• Tuesday, November 7: Meeting 2- Getting Involved 

• Tuesday, January 16: Meeting 3- Reflections of Service

• Tuesday, March 26:  Meeting 4- Applications and The Induction

Applications:

• DUE: April 17, 2024: Complete Applications due by 5:00 PM sharp.  NO incomplete or late applications will be considered.  NO exceptions.

• May 2023: Acceptance Letters sent out. 

Induction Ceremony:

• Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:00 pm. Students arrive at 5:40 pm and meet in the the Auxilary Gym

 

• Will be hosted in the CPMS Main Gym on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. 

• The ceremony begins at 6:00 pm and will be followed by refreshments in the cafeteria. 

• Students, please arrive at the Auxiliary Gym by 5:40 pm. 

• Attire for inductees is semi-formal.

• 8th Graders will be Knighted

• Parent/Sibling Volunteers wanted for Ceremony/ Refreshment  support. Please fill out this google form if interested in helping out that night.
  https://forms.gle/efHZFgEpmCcKMHvv5

Community Service Hours

Community Service Hours are those which are done for others (not including family members), for which no compensation (monetary or otherwise) has been given.  Hours must be verified with a supervisor’s signature.

Current Volunteer Opportunities for 2023-2024
(This may be updated throughout the year as new opportunities become available. Students: The best place to receive this information is on our Schoology Group page.)

 

Canyon Park Middle School and Northshore School District

Local Elementary Schools
Always a need for volunteers to help with after school Math Club, Chess Club, Tutoring, Reading. Contacting one of your former teachers is a good starting point.

Local Elementary PTA's
Volunteers needed for BBQ's, Science Fairs, Carnivals, Open Houses etc. Call school office to get the name of the local elementary PTA president.

United Way of King County
Countless volunteer opportunities listed from all over King County.  Will provide lists according to interests and location. 

www.uwkc.org/volunteer

Homeward Pet Adoption
Volunteers to help care for animals. Ages 13-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Call 425.488.4444 or email volunteers@homewardpet.org to volunteer. 

http://www.homewardpet.net/

Humane Society
Call 1.425.641.0080 for an information packet on how to volunteer.  Must be 14 years old to volunteer.

www.seattlehumane.org 

Sister Schools
A local nonprofit that collects school supplies and other donations from local schools and distributes them in Uganda. There are multiple opportunities to get involved. Visit the website for more information. 

www.sisterschools.org/volunteer 

KidVantage
Located in Issaquah.  They need volunteers to help receive and store incoming donations, fill clothes orders, sort clothes to be put in bins. Volunteer hours: Monday 7-8:30pm, Thursday 9-11am, Saturday 9-11am. Call 425.865.0234 to volunteer.

www.babycorner.org

Hopelink
Located next to Bothell Library. Volunteers needed for a wide variety of things. May have an age requirement. Volunteer at 425.485.6521

www.hope-link.org

City of Woodinville
Volunteers always needed for events and projects happening in Woodinville, especially the Woodinville Lights Festival in December.  Call John Markuson, Volunteer Coordinator 425.498.2700 x-298

www.ci.woodinville.wa.us/

Northshore Senior Center
Call Mimi at 425.486.4564, they have special events you can help with.  Go on your own or with a group of friends and donate your time to the Senior Center. 

www.northshoreseniorcenter.org 

American Red Cross
Red Cross volunteers provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.  Call 206.323.6565 ext 10211 or visit

www.seattleredcross.org

Volunteer Match
A broader website aimed at matching you with a volunteer opportunity in your local area. Pay attention to age restrictions.

https://www.volunteermatch.org/ 

Northshore Family Center (Bothell)

Provides a safe and fun place where families and individuals can access diverse resources, learning opportunities and make community connections in North King and South Snohomish counties. Volunteer Coordinator - Aria Davis 425.408.7990

 

Threads & Treads Volunteer right here on Canyon Park’s campus at Threads & Treads.Threads and Treads provides Northshore families free, quality donated clothing for school age youth, teens, young adults and parents. Threads & Treads Needs Volunteers!  Visit this link to sign-up today: https://cpptsa.org/ways-to-help/volunteer-sign-ups/ Volunteer during shopping/open hours! Wednesdays 3-6pm or one Saturday a month 9am-12pm. For more information, contact Eileen Jowell ejowell@nsd.org or Kelly Hennessey at tandt@cpptsa.org or 425-478-7917.   Homework Club Tutoring at Willow Tree Grove Apartments Seven years ago we started a Homework Club (tutoring) program at the Willow Tree Grove Apartments. We invite Kindergarten-5th grade residents to join the Homework Club, and invite middle school and high school students (and adults!) to tutor elementary school students. We meet in the apartment cabana and students will have adult supervision at all times. Tuesday and Thursday nights, 4:00-5:00 p.m. October 1 - November 21 January - May exact dates TBD We welcome your involvement but ask for at least a five week commitment. If you or your child is interested or would like more information, please contact our volunteer coordinator: DeAnne Willis:  deanne.willis@icloud.com  or (206)-313-7896

 

The Canyon Park Middle School National Junior Honor Society will elect Student Officers for the 2023-2024 school year. 

Honor Society Officer Application 2023-2024 DUE: November 1, 2023

Officer positions will be voted upon at the October meeting by fellow NJSH members. Applicants interested in becoming an officer should meet the following criteria:
 

All officers need to possess the following traits:

• Organized – able to maintain accurate records and keep track of important information

• Responsible – able to follow through on plans, doesn’t procrastinate

• Dedicated – willing and able to commit your time in order to attend officer meetings and fulfill the duties of your office

• Enthusiastic – excited about making this chapter the best it can be

All officers are expected to:

• Meet all of the  Canyon Park Middle School NJHS requirements.

• Attend all chapter and officer meetings.

• Make NJHS a priority amongst your responsibilities.

• Help coordinate and attend the Induction Ceremony on May 29, 2023. 

• Help to coordinate volunteer opportunities at Canyon Park for chapter members to attend. 
  
   

Positions available: 

• Club President   (Must be a current 7th or 8th grader to apply)

  • Will be asked to have a role at the induction ceremony.

  • Will work closely with advisors to coordinate and run meetings.

  • Help coordinate volunteer opportunities for others.

  • Assist in coordinating applications for induction. 

  • Be asked to read personal narratives of applicants. 

 

• Club Vice President   (Must be a current 7th or 8th grader to apply)

  • Will be asked to have a role at the induction ceremony.

  • Will take over President’s responsibilities upon their absence. 

  • Help coordinate volunteer opportunities for others.

  • Maintain attendance records at meetings.

  • Assist in coordinating applications for induction. 

  • Be asked to read personal narratives of applicants. 

 

• Secretary

  • Will support the president and vice president and share responsibilities as listed above.

  • Will be asked to have a role at the induction ceremony. 

  • Will scribe notes at all meetings. 

  • Help coordinate volunteer opportunities for others.

  • Communicate important events and dates through the school announcement systems. 

  • Be asked to read personal narratives of applicants. 

 

Honor Society Officer Application 2023-2024 DUE: November 1, 2023

Honor society officer Application form