The Vela Middle School National Junior Honor Society has been organized to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, to develop character, and to encourage citizenship. Middle school students in the 7th and 8th grades are eligible for membership after one full fall semester of attendance in the 7th or 8th grade at Vela Middle School.

All students - members and non-members alike - are encouraged to exhibit good character and serve their community throughout the school year. 8th Grader NJHS members must submit community service hours by the Spring deadline to be eligible for recognition at the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony for having successfully fulfilled their membership requirements.

Membership Criteria

All criterion listed below must be met before a student can be considered for membership in the National Junior Honor Society. The student:
- Must complete a Student Information Activity Form
- Must have a scholastic average of 90 or better in all core classes*
- Must submit their application on or before the deadline

Note:
  *Pre-AP classes receive an additional weight of 5 points.
  *Spring Candidates' average is calculated after the 3rd quarter.
  *All students who met the scholastic criteria are invited to apply.  Invitations are extended in April.