Frequently Asked Questions
What is CJSF?
CJSF is a statewide organization of over 600 chapters, that promotes scholarship, service, and citizenship at the junior high level.
What are the benefits of CJSF membership?
CJSF prepares the student for high school and beyond. Membership also brings with it the opportunity to participate in activities which benefit the school, the community, and the student.
What do I need to turn in to join CJSF?
* Students need to earn a minimum of 8 points based on grades earned during a semester in 4 core academic courses (math, ELA, science, and history) to be eligible.
o Report card grades are awarded point values as follows: A = 3points, B = 1 point, no points for grades C and below
o A grade of D or F in any course disqualifies a student from that semester membership.
* Students must show good citizenship by having no office referrals or school suspensions.
* Students must reapply for CJSF membership at the beginning of each semester.
What is Honor Membership?
To obtain honor membership, you must qualify for membership and complete all requirements for three semesters.
What awards do CJSF Honor Members receive?
* The official gold CJSF Honor Membership Pin.
* CJSF recognition during the 8th grade promotion ceremony and in the paper program.
* The official CJSF gold seal on you 8th grade promotion certificate.
* Gold chords to be worn during the 8th grade promotion ceremony.
What activities must CSJF members participate in?
CJSF is completely voluntary, however, members are encouraged to complete at least 5 hours of community service per semester. CJSF members who do not complete community service hours will still obtain honor membership, but will not receive gold chords to wear at the 8th grade promotion ceremony.
What happens if I receive a referral or suspension when I am a member of CJSF?
* A referral or suspension for ANY reason will result in your CJSF membership being revoked for the semester during which the disciplinary action took place. However, you will be able to reapply for CJSF the following semester.
* In addition to referrals or suspensions, any student who is otherwise eligible, but who in the judgement of the Adviser and Principal is not eligible for ethical reasons, may be disbarred from semester membership.
CJSF is a statewide organization of over 600 chapters, that promotes scholarship, service, and citizenship at the junior high level.
What are the benefits of CJSF membership?
CJSF prepares the student for high school and beyond. Membership also brings with it the opportunity to participate in activities which benefit the school, the community, and the student.
What do I need to turn in to join CJSF?
* Students need to earn a minimum of 8 points based on grades earned during a semester in 4 core academic courses (math, ELA, science, and history) to be eligible.
o Report card grades are awarded point values as follows: A = 3points, B = 1 point, no points for grades C and below
o A grade of D or F in any course disqualifies a student from that semester membership.
* Students must show good citizenship by having no office referrals or school suspensions.
* Students must reapply for CJSF membership at the beginning of each semester.
What is Honor Membership?
To obtain honor membership, you must qualify for membership and complete all requirements for three semesters.
What awards do CJSF Honor Members receive?
* The official gold CJSF Honor Membership Pin.
* CJSF recognition during the 8th grade promotion ceremony and in the paper program.
* The official CJSF gold seal on you 8th grade promotion certificate.
* Gold chords to be worn during the 8th grade promotion ceremony.
What activities must CSJF members participate in?
CJSF is completely voluntary, however, members are encouraged to complete at least 5 hours of community service per semester. CJSF members who do not complete community service hours will still obtain honor membership, but will not receive gold chords to wear at the 8th grade promotion ceremony.
What happens if I receive a referral or suspension when I am a member of CJSF?
* A referral or suspension for ANY reason will result in your CJSF membership being revoked for the semester during which the disciplinary action took place. However, you will be able to reapply for CJSF the following semester.
* In addition to referrals or suspensions, any student who is otherwise eligible, but who in the judgement of the Adviser and Principal is not eligible for ethical reasons, may be disbarred from semester membership.