CSF / CJSF

What Are CJSF and CSF?

CJSF is an academic honor society that recognizes outstanding scholarship and citizenship in middle school students (typically grades 7–8).

CSF is its high school counterpart (grades 9–12), celebrating students who demonstrate high academic achievement and a commitment to community service.

Both are affiliated with the California Scholarship Federation, a statewide organization founded in 1921 to promote high standards of scholarship and service among California students.

Eligibility & Membership

CJSF (Grades 7–8)

• • Membership is based on grades from the previous semester.
  • Students must apply each semester.
  • Citizenship and conduct are considered.
  • Certain courses must be completed with qualifying grades.

CSF (Grades 9–12)

• • Membership is also semester-based and depends on a point system tied to grades in college preparatory courses.
  • Students must reapply each semester.
  • Students who qualify for four or more semesters in grades 10–12, including at least one in the senior year, earn CSF Life Membership and may receive special graduation honors.

Benefits of Membership

• • Recognition for academic excellence.
  • Opportunities to develop leadership and participate in service projects.
  • Awards, certificates, pins, and graduation cords or stoles.
  • Eligibility for scholarships (especially for CSF Life Members).
  • Builds a strong college and scholarship resume.

How to Apply

Applications open at the beginning of each semester.

Students must submit:

• • Report card/transcript from the previous semester
  • Completed application form

More details, deadlines, and forms are available from the CJSF/CSF advisors or the school office.

Events and Activities

• • Community service projects
  • Tutoring or peer mentoring
  • School leadership or service roles
  • 8th grade promotion recognition (for CJSF)
  • 12th grade graduation recognition (for CSF)