ParentStudentHandbook2017-18 AUG.17

Article V INDUCTION

Induction of new members into the NJHS is a significant event for the student, the chapter and the school. The ceremony provides an excellent opportunity to recognize the high levels of academic and personal achievement of the inductees.

Section 1 Induction ceremonies shall be scheduled by the advisor each school year, with approval through Administration.

Section 2 The ceremony shall be open to friends and relatives of the inductees, as well as all school officials, school board members, faculty and staff. . Section 3 The induction ceremony shall be dignified and reflect the high levels of achievement obtained by the students.

Article VI CHAPTER OFFICERS and EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Section 1 The chapter officers shall consist of a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Historian. The executive committee shall consist of the Chapter Advisor and the five officers.

Section 2 Student officers shall be elected at the last meeting of each school year, whereby only 7 th grade members are permitted to vote. Newly elected officers will begin their duties at the first meeting of the new school year.

Section 3 A majority vote shall be necessary to elect any chapter officer. If the first vote does not yield a majority, a second vote shall be taken of the two candidates receiving the highest number of votes.

Section 4 The duty of the president shall be to preside over all society meetings. ROBERT’S RULES OF ORDER shall serve as the appropriate reference in conducting all meetings.

Section 5 The vice president shall preside in the absence of the president and shall keep a record of members’ contributions for leadership and service.

Section 6 The secretary shall keep the minutes of meetings, and be responsible for all official chapter correspondence.

Section 7 The duties of the treasurer shall be to keep track, with the advisor, of monies, help organize fundraisers, and make reports to the organization.

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