NJHS: Scholarship, Leadership, Character, And Citizenship

There are 5 pillars to NJHS. These 5 pillars are Scholarship, Service, Leadership, Character, and Citizenship. Below, I have given examples of how I have exemplified the 5 pillars of the NJHS. Scholarship: This is the first pillar of NJHS. There are many ways that I have shown this in my 7th grade year. The first way I have shown this is by maintaining high academic standards. Next I have participated in many academic competitions like the Spelling Bee, Mathcounts, and Science Olympiad, and Model UN, each of which where I have earned good results. Service: I have demonstrated devotion to service in my 7th grade year in many ways. The major way I have done so is by participating in service projects. These service projects have come from an organization I love participating in called The Boy Scouts of America. Also, in basic terms,

Leadership: Leadership, the third pillar of NJHS, is something I've strived to do throughout my seventh-grade year. One notable example of my leadership skills in action is when I was the captain of the school’s Science Olympiad Team A. I conducted the meetings, organized them, and helped students study. I conducted a poll on whether or not I should be captain and many people voted for me. Even though the poll results showed I am good, I know I can do better to improve my leadership skills, so I know NJHS will have those resources to help get me to another level with leadership abilities. Whether it's standing up for what is right, demonstrating empathy towards others, or maintaining a positive attitude in the face of challenges, I have stayed open to show character traits that reflect positively on myself and inspire those around me. Character: Character is like the base that holds up the other parts of NJHS. I've tried really hard to stick to the best ways of being truthful, honest, and respectful in everything I