Wednesday, May 14, 2008

What is Service?

Service is a building block in the foundation of our future. Small courtesies rendered today tend to develop into major services for tomorrow. By serving our fellow man in minor ways, we are stengthening our character. Only through aiding others will we form the sturdy backbone necessary for strong good government. In this day and age it is impossible for anyone to completely isolate himself from the rest of the word. Service is a must. It is striving and laboring for others. The members of NJHS will constantly strive to put others before their own pleasure, help those who are less fortunate than themselves, and will serve in every possible way their school, community, and country.

Individual/Independent Service is a member's responsibility to engage in service project(s) developed from his/her own particular talents or interests. The project may not directly benefit a member's family, nor can the member of any other party receive financial or other compensation for service rendered.

"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." Winston Churchill

Congratulations to Ellis Students and Faculty




Ellis students proudly participated in The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Pennies for Patients program that raises money to find cures for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma while providing information and support services to patients and their families. During the 3-week period, the school raised $1778.00. Mrs. Amy Box's homeroom collected $499.00 and was rewarded with a pizza party. Ms. Johnson's homeroom worked very hard and collected $293.48. All teachers and classes put forth much effort to make this program a success. Start saving your spare change for the 2009 Pennies for Patients.

Friday, April 4, 2008

Pennies for Patients Update!

Our first week was great!!! We collected $352.99. WOW!!!!

Monday, March 31, 2008

Chapter News: April, 2008

  • Members now have one month to complete their ISP hours. Please represent Ellis and the chapter to the best of your ability. All forms are due by May 5, 2008.
  • Report cards go out April 10, 2008: bring report card by Room 6 to let chapter adviser know you continue to fulfill the scholarship requirement.
  • ARMT and SAT are upon us. Be at school every day, eat a good breakfast, turn off the TV, MP3 players, computers, video games and get a good night sleep, try hard.
  • Remember, NJHS members are the leaders of the school. If NJHS members don't do these things, who will?
  • Dues are still due from some members.
  • Chapter offficer election will be held in May. Who is interested?

Pennies for Patients 2008

Over the next 3 weeks, we will be participating in The Leukemia & Lymphona Society's Pennies for Patients program. It gives young students the opportunity to raise funds for blood cancer research and services for patients. By collecting funds students learn quickly that every bit can make a big difference. We invite you to team up and help collect funds or contribute to the program through matching gifts or personal checks. Ultimately, kids can make a difference in the lives of others and will experience the powerful feeling that comes along with doing so. Thank you in advance for your support for this very worthy cause.

Thursday, March 6, 2008

Recent News!
  • $10.00 dues are due
  • ISP Star Members for February: Benjamin McKay 18.5 hours and Audrey Morgan 18 hours
  • Sunshine Satruday for 2nd year members: May 3, 2008
  • Pennies for Patients: April, 2008
  • Members: Please keep up with your community service hours; come by Room 6 for a form.

Contacts for Local Community Service: Talladega, AL

ISP


1. Talladega Public Library Jackie Lackey 362-4211

2. Arts Camp for Kids Tommy Moorehead 761-1364

3. April in Talladega 4/11-4/12 Hugo Molliston 362-3530

4. Sunshine Saturday 5/3 Brenda Burt 362-7285

(ONLY for ISP: 1st year members)

5. Lions Club Ray Miller 362-6665

(East/West Ballgame)

6. Kiawanis Club of Talladega 761-1118

7. Talladega Healthcare 362-4197

8. March for Babies 5/10

www.marchofdimes.com/alabama 205-824-0103

9. Relay for Life 5/16 831-1635

Shelby.Ray@cancer.org

10. Coosa Valley Antique Car Show 4/12 362-9075

Call Chamber of Commerce

11. Ritz Theatre George Culver 315-0000

12. Red Door Kitchen 362-3663

13. Talladega Chamber of Commerce 362-9075

14. VFW Post Dot Morris 362-0156