Announcing the cast of "Clue!" Jules Bowling Sophia Clay Sebastian Escobar Gemma Ford Sarabeth Franz Val Garcia-Nava Jack Howard Laila McDevitt Elijah Ricks Arturo Saucedo-Trinidad Ashleigh Spong Ivan Waters Mr. Chris Tillapaugh Our show will run the evenings of Nov. 20th, 21st, and 22nd! Mark your calendars and wear the color of your favorite character to the show or dress the part! And congratulations to the following officers for this year's Drama Club: Secretary: Jules Bowling Treasurer: Gemma Ford Publicist: Val Garcia-Nava Historian: Ashleigh Spong |
Announcing the cast of "Clue!" Jules Bowling Sophia Clay Sebastian Escobar Gemma Ford Sarabeth Franz Val Garcia-Nava Jack Howard Laila McDevitt Elijah Ricks Arturo Saucedo-Trinidad Ashleigh Spong Ivan Waters Mr. Chris Tillapaugh Our show will run the evenings of Nov. 20th, 21st, and 22nd! Mark your calendars and wear the color of your favorite character to the show or dress the part! And congratulations to the following officers for this year's Drama Club: Secretary: Jules Bowling Treasurer: Gemma Ford Publicist: Val Garcia-Nava Historian: Ashleigh Spong |
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Yearbook photo make-ups for 9th-11th grade students will be taken during the school day on Friday, Sept. 26th. |
Yearbook photo make-ups for 9th-11th grade students will be taken during the school day on Friday, Sept. 26th. |
| | We have several Service to School opportunities this week that are still open and need to be filled. Please help if you can! |
We have several Service to School opportunities this week that are still open and need to be filled. Please help if you can! |
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Next week (Sept. 29th-Oct. 3rd) is Spirit Week! Here are this year's themes: Monday: Generations (9th - Babies, 10th - Teenagers, 11th - Parents, 12th - Grandparents) Tuesday: Pajamas & Pancakes Wednesday: Dynamic Duo or Twin Day Thursday: Heroes & Villains (no masks or painted faces) Friday: Black Out If you choose not to dress according to the day's theme, you are to dress according to the dress code. |
Next week (Sept. 29th-Oct. 3rd) is Spirit Week! Here are this year's themes: Monday: Generations (9th - Babies, 10th - Teenagers, 11th - Parents, 12th - Grandparents) Tuesday: Pajamas & Pancakes Wednesday: Dynamic Duo or Twin Day Thursday: Heroes & Villains (no masks or painted faces) Friday: Black Out If you choose not to dress according to the day's theme, you are to dress according to the dress code. |
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Join us for a night of adults-only fun at the tables on Saturday, Oct. 18th while supporting the students of JPII! Ticket holders receive $100 in casino chips, one alcoholic drink ticket, food, and desserts. Additional chips and drinks can be purchased throughout the evening. This event is open to all, so please plan to attend and feel free to bring friends with you who are not affiliated with our school. We will have seven Blackjack tables, two Roulette tables, one Texas Hold'em table, and a Craps table that will be open from 6:00-9:30 p.m.; then casino chips can be used to purchase raffle tickets (1 ticket for every $10 worth of chips) for fantastic items from local businesses. Raffle tickets can also be purchased at the event; 1 for $5, 6 for $20, 20 for $50, or 50 for $100. Winning tickets will be pulled and announced later in the evening. Silent and live auction items will also be available for higher-priced items. |
Join us for a night of adults-only fun at the tables on Saturday, Oct. 18th while supporting the students of JPII! Ticket holders receive $100 in casino chips, one alcoholic drink ticket, food, and desserts. Additional chips and drinks can be purchased throughout the evening. This event is open to all, so please plan to attend and feel free to bring friends with you who are not affiliated with our school. We will have seven Blackjack tables, two Roulette tables, one Texas Hold'em table, and a Craps table that will be open from 6:00-9:30 p.m.; then casino chips can be used to purchase raffle tickets (1 ticket for every $10 worth of chips) for fantastic items from local businesses. Raffle tickets can also be purchased at the event; 1 for $5, 6 for $20, 20 for $50, or 50 for $100. Winning tickets will be pulled and announced later in the evening. Silent and live auction items will also be available for higher-priced items. |
We are looking for a few fun and exciting auction items for this year's Casino Night! If you or your business would like to donate to an auction item or have an idea for an item, please reach out to Charlie Harvey at charlie@jp2chs.com or 252-347-4046. Documentation of your donation will be provided for tax purposes. |
We are looking for a few fun and exciting auction items for this year's Casino Night! If you or your business would like to donate to an auction item or have an idea for an item, please reach out to Charlie Harvey at charlie@jp2chs.com or 252-347-4046. Documentation of your donation will be provided for tax purposes. |
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Create a memory that will stand the test of time! Donor bricks (4x8) are available to memorialize your student(s) and their time spent at JPII (the bricks are installed to the left of the main entrance to the school). Bricks are $125 each and are also included in the Silver Membership of the Academic Booster Club. Bricks are limited to three lines of 20 characters per line. A large variety of images are available when added with a two-line max. For questions or additional information, email Charlie Harvey. |
Create a memory that will stand the test of time! Donor bricks (4x8) are available to memorialize your student(s) and their time spent at JPII (the bricks are installed to the left of the main entrance to the school). Bricks are $125 each and are also included in the Silver Membership of the Academic Booster Club. Bricks are limited to three lines of 20 characters per line. A large variety of images are available when added with a two-line max. For questions or additional information, email Charlie Harvey. |
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All volunteer hours performed over the summer (June 1st-Aug. 13th) must be submitted through the Works of Mercy Google form (only accessible by students) by Sept. 30th in order to count for the 2025-2026 school year. Works of Mercy opportunities: Bingo for Breast Cancer Help patrons find seats and distribute prizes to winners Thursday, Sept. 24th 4:30-9:30 p.m. Rock Springs Center SIGN UP St. Gabriel International Festival Saturday, Oct. 4th 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. - help sell waters and sodas 3:00-5:00 p.m. - help stencil paint frogs on pathway markers SIGN UP for a 2-hour shift Students can also earn Works of Mercy hours by volunteering time at our school sporting events. Sign up under the Service to School SignUp. Once you sign up, send an email to Mrs. Hughes to let her know you want to count that volunteer time toward your Works of Mercy hours. |
All volunteer hours performed over the summer (June 1st-Aug. 13th) must be submitted through the Works of Mercy Google form (only accessible by students) by Sept. 30th in order to count for the 2025-2026 school year. Works of Mercy opportunities: Bingo for Breast Cancer Help patrons find seats and distribute prizes to winners Thursday, Sept. 24th 4:30-9:30 p.m. Rock Springs Center SIGN UP St. Gabriel International Festival Saturday, Oct. 4th 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. - help sell waters and sodas 3:00-5:00 p.m. - help stencil paint frogs on pathway markers SIGN UP for a 2-hour shift Students can also earn Works of Mercy hours by volunteering time at our school sporting events. Sign up under the Service to School SignUp. Once you sign up, send an email to Mrs. Hughes to let her know you want to count that volunteer time toward your Works of Mercy hours. |
| | Virtual Open House for UNC system schools during the weeks of Oct. 6th & 13th LEARN MORE |
Virtual Open House for UNC system schools during the weeks of Oct. 6th & 13th LEARN MORE |
Governor's School applications due Nov. 20th LEARN MORE |
Governor's School applications due Nov. 20th LEARN MORE |
West Point Leaders of Character Seminar at ECU on Sept. 27th LEARN MORE |
West Point Leaders of Character Seminar at ECU on Sept. 27th LEARN MORE |
Daughters of the American Revolution essay contest entries due. Nov. 1st |
Daughters of the American Revolution essay contest entries due. Nov. 1st |
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Students who would like to bring a non-JPII student as a guest to the Homecoming Dance need to complete the Event Guest Permission Form and submit it to the main office no later than the end of the school day on Monday, Sept. 29th. |
Students who would like to bring a non-JPII student as a guest to the Homecoming Dance need to complete the Event Guest Permission Form and submit it to the main office no later than the end of the school day on Monday, Sept. 29th. |
Yearbooks are on sale now through December 31, 2025 - but the longer you wait, the more you pay! |
Yearbooks are on sale now through December 31, 2025 - but the longer you wait, the more you pay! |
Join the Mission! We need at least 10 student missionaries! WHEN: July 12th-18th, 2026 WHERE: Morganton, NC WHY: Serve Christ by Serving Others; a Works of Mercy Opportunity COST: $575 (includes transportation, lodging, meals at camp; payment plan options available). Reserve your spot by Tuesday, September 23rd! |
Join the Mission! We need at least 10 student missionaries! WHEN: July 12th-18th, 2026 WHERE: Morganton, NC WHY: Serve Christ by Serving Others; a Works of Mercy Opportunity COST: $575 (includes transportation, lodging, meals at camp; payment plan options available). Reserve your spot by Tuesday, September 23rd! |
Last chance to sign up for the Disney trip that will take place Jan. 14th-17th! If you would like to attend, sign up before September 30th. |
Last chance to sign up for the Disney trip that will take place Jan. 14th-17th! If you would like to attend, sign up before September 30th. |
Mr. Schutt is leading a trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands June 2nd-10th, 2026. He is holding an interest meeting this Wednesday, Sept. 24th at 5:30 p.m. in the PAC for families who haven't signed up yet but are interested in learning more. Information about the trip can be found here (use Tour Center ID Schutt-5790) or by emailing Mr. Schutt. |
Mr. Schutt is leading a trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands June 2nd-10th, 2026. He is holding an interest meeting this Wednesday, Sept. 24th at 5:30 p.m. in the PAC for families who haven't signed up yet but are interested in learning more. Information about the trip can be found here (use Tour Center ID Schutt-5790) or by emailing Mr. Schutt. |
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Open House for new parents and students who are interested in enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. Please help us spread the word by sharing the event on Facebook. If you know of families who are considering JPII for their son or daughter for next year, please make sure they know about this opportunity and encourage them to attend!
This is a floating event with a short program at the beginning followed by opportunities to visit with teachers in their classrooms and then with our coaches at the gym. - 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Academic Campus
- 11:00-12:00 noon - Athletic Campus
November 10, 2025 is the priority deadline for applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Students who apply by November 10 will receive a decision letter by December 15th. |
Open House for new parents and students who are interested in enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year will be held on Saturday, Oct. 25th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. Please help us spread the word by sharing the event on Facebook. If you know of families who are considering JPII for their son or daughter for next year, please make sure they know about this opportunity and encourage them to attend!
This is a floating event with a short program at the beginning followed by opportunities to visit with teachers in their classrooms and then with our coaches at the gym. - 10:00-11:00 a.m. - Academic Campus
- 11:00-12:00 noon - Athletic Campus
November 10, 2025 is the priority deadline for applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Students who apply by November 10 will receive a decision letter by December 15th. |
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CALENDAR 🗓 Sunday, September 21 Happy Birthday Adam Ford '28! 🗓 Monday, September 22 Happy Birthday Anna Vause McCarthy '27! 2:30 p.m. -Academic Enrichment: English -Drama Club (PAC) -Film Club (210) -Gaming Club (406) -Girl's Weightlifting Club (Weight Room) -Music Club (Senior Dining) -Science Olympiad in (408) 4:00 p.m. Cross Country Meet at Faith Christian 4:00 p.m. Girl's Tennis at Christ Covenant (The Racquet Club of Greenville, 1622 Mannning Road) 4:00/5:15 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Lawrence Academy 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 JV | 📺 Varsity 4:30 p.m. Boy's JV Soccer vs. Fayetteville Christian 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 WATCH 🗓 Tuesday, September 23 11:30 a.m. SGA (306) 2:30 p.m. -Academic Enrichment: Science & Social Studies -Drama Club (306) -Mass & Music Ministry Club (PAC) 4:00 p.m. Boy's Varsity Soccer at North Raleigh Christian Academy 4:30/6:00 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball at Grace Christian (Sanford) 🗓 Wednesday, September 24 9:30 a.m. Mass 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. ROTC Meeting (306) 2:30 p.m. -Academic Enrichment: World Language & Theology -Drama Club (PAC) -FCA (314) -Girl's Weightlifting Club (Weight Room) -Music Club (Senior Dining) -Poetry Out Loud Club (114) -Quiz Bowl (407) 5:30 p.m. Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Interest Meeting (PAC) 🗓 Thursday, September 25 Happy Birthday Crisean Williams '26 & Andrew Pitts Nelson '28 2:30 p.m. -Academic Enrichment: Math -Battle of the Books (114) -Crochet Club (404) -Drama Club (PAC) -Poise & Purpose Club (112) -Theatre Tech Club (PAC) -Ultimate Frisbee Club (Turf Field) 4:00 p.m. Boy's Varsity Soccer vs. Wayne Christian 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 WATCH 4:00 p.m. Girl's Tennis vs. Wayne Christian 4:30/6:00 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Wayne Christian 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 JV | 📺 Varsity 6:30 p.m. JV Football vs. Cary Christian 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 WATCH 🗓 Friday, September 26 Happy Birthday Hannah Shoemaker '26! Yearbook Picture Retakes 2:30 p.m. -ACT Prep (Senior Dining) -Open Mic Club (PAC) 5:00 p.m. Boy's Varsity Soccer at Catholic HS (VA) 7:00 p.m. Varsity Football at Cary Christian 📺 WATCH |
CALENDAR 🗓 Sunday, September 21 Happy Birthday Adam Ford '28! 🗓 Monday, September 22 Happy Birthday Anna Vause McCarthy '27! 2:30 p.m. -Academic Enrichment: English -Drama Club (PAC) -Film Club (210) -Gaming Club (406) -Girl's Weightlifting Club (Weight Room) -Music Club (Senior Dining) -Science Olympiad in (408) 4:00 p.m. Cross Country Meet at Faith Christian 4:00 p.m. Girl's Tennis at Christ Covenant (The Racquet Club of Greenville, 1622 Mannning Road) 4:00/5:15 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Lawrence Academy 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 JV | 📺 Varsity 4:30 p.m. Boy's JV Soccer vs. Fayetteville Christian 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 WATCH 🗓 Tuesday, September 23 11:30 a.m. SGA (306) 2:30 p.m. -Academic Enrichment: Science & Social Studies -Drama Club (306) -Mass & Music Ministry Club (PAC) 4:00 p.m. Boy's Varsity Soccer at North Raleigh Christian Academy 4:30/6:00 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball at Grace Christian (Sanford) 🗓 Wednesday, September 24 9:30 a.m. Mass 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. ROTC Meeting (306) 2:30 p.m. -Academic Enrichment: World Language & Theology -Drama Club (PAC) -FCA (314) -Girl's Weightlifting Club (Weight Room) -Music Club (Senior Dining) -Poetry Out Loud Club (114) -Quiz Bowl (407) 5:30 p.m. Ecuador & Galapagos Islands Interest Meeting (PAC) 🗓 Thursday, September 25 Happy Birthday Crisean Williams '26 & Andrew Pitts Nelson '28 2:30 p.m. -Academic Enrichment: Math -Battle of the Books (114) -Crochet Club (404) -Drama Club (PAC) -Poise & Purpose Club (112) -Theatre Tech Club (PAC) -Ultimate Frisbee Club (Turf Field) 4:00 p.m. Boy's Varsity Soccer vs. Wayne Christian 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 WATCH 4:00 p.m. Girl's Tennis vs. Wayne Christian 4:30/6:00 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Wayne Christian 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 JV | 📺 Varsity 6:30 p.m. JV Football vs. Cary Christian 🎟️ TICKETS | 📺 WATCH 🗓 Friday, September 26 Happy Birthday Hannah Shoemaker '26! Yearbook Picture Retakes 2:30 p.m. -ACT Prep (Senior Dining) -Open Mic Club (PAC) 5:00 p.m. Boy's Varsity Soccer at Catholic HS (VA) 7:00 p.m. Varsity Football at Cary Christian 📺 WATCH |
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SHOWCASING THE WORK OF OUR STUDENTS IN THE ARTS |
SHOWCASING THE WORK OF OUR STUDENTS IN THE ARTS |
Mudville has been busy! These pieces were created by first-time Mudbugs and we are cooking up another batch next week. I've been blessed with three amazing classes filled with creative Mudbugs. Thanks for supporting their choice in an art elective. Art is good for us. -Mrs. K |
Mudville has been busy! These pieces were created by first-time Mudbugs and we are cooking up another batch next week. I've been blessed with three amazing classes filled with creative Mudbugs. Thanks for supporting their choice in an art elective. Art is good for us. -Mrs. K |
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Senior intern Hannah Kordan using our clay extruder to make a coil for hand-building. |
Senior intern Hannah Kordan using our clay extruder to make a coil for hand-building. |
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| | "Orange Slice" (it's a rattle) Hailey Rivenbark |
"Orange Slice" (it's a rattle) Hailey Rivenbark |
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COMING SOON! Each year we ask our student body to participate in one school-wide fundraiser: The Attractions Dining and Value Guide. These books offer thousands of dollars in savings at restaurants, stores, service shops, and more. We ask each student to sell a minimum of 4 books to family, friends, and neighbors. The 2026 edition has expanded to over 30 states. Thank you in advance for your support of this event. |
COMING SOON! Each year we ask our student body to participate in one school-wide fundraiser: The Attractions Dining and Value Guide. These books offer thousands of dollars in savings at restaurants, stores, service shops, and more. We ask each student to sell a minimum of 4 books to family, friends, and neighbors. The 2026 edition has expanded to over 30 states. Thank you in advance for your support of this event. |
| | Tickets are now available for this year's Parker's Barbecue dinner plates. Purchase tickets now to redeem at any of the 3 Greenville locations October 11-24, 2025. Tickets are $11 each and include a small combination pork barbecue & chicken (leg or thigh) plate with slaw, boiled potatoes, green beans, hush puppies, and corn sticks. Does not include a beverage. |
Tickets are now available for this year's Parker's Barbecue dinner plates. Purchase tickets now to redeem at any of the 3 Greenville locations October 11-24, 2025. Tickets are $11 each and include a small combination pork barbecue & chicken (leg or thigh) plate with slaw, boiled potatoes, green beans, hush puppies, and corn sticks. Does not include a beverage. |
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Catholic Charities would like your clean plastic grocery bags! Please deliver bags to Mrs. Tulis. |
Catholic Charities would like your clean plastic grocery bags! Please deliver bags to Mrs. Tulis. |
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