This Week at JPII

THIS WEEK AT JPII

February 12, 2023

Friday is a Half Day of School

Next Monday there is No School

Questions? Email mainoffice@jp2highschool.com

SUBMIT INTENTIONS

ANONYMOUS TIP LINE

ORDER MY HOT LUNCHBOX

SERVICE TO SCHOOL SIGNUP

SUBMIT CHRISTIAN SERVICE HOURS

The JV boys basketball put the finishing touches on a perfect 16-0 season with a 54-40 win over Wayne Christian in the CPIC tournament championship game Friday night!

Congratulations to the following players who are members of the CPIC All-Tournament team:

Varsity Girls - Ramsey Cureton & Chrissy Cox

JV Boys - Jamal Biggs, Gabe Lewis, & Caleb Knight (MVP)

NCISAA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS THIS WEEK

SWIMMING

Tuesday at Cary Aquatic Center

GIRLS BASKETBALL

Saturday vs. TBD; time TBA

BOYS BASKETBALL

Tuesday at GRACE Christian in Raleigh at 6:45 p.m.

BUSCH GARDENS FIELD TRIP DEPOSITS DUE FEB. 15

All physics students and AP science students will be participating in a field trip to Busch Gardens in Williamsburg on Friday, May 12. We will be traveling by charter bus leaving at 6:30 a.m. and returning at 6:30 p.m. In addition to a self-guided program, physics comes alive with an interactive show hosted by renowned physics professor Dr. David Wright. Using wacky props and gripping experiments, Dr. Wright presents a vivid account of real-life physics. The cost is $130 and can be paid all at once by February 15 or in installments:

Deposit due Feb. 15 - $50
2nd payment due March 15 - $50
Final Payment due April 15th -$30

If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Lyles.

TRIP PAYMENT FORM

The Winter Formal dance will take place Saturday, February 25 from 7:30-10:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. Tickets are:

$10 January 21-February 24
$12 at the door

A reminder that students who wish to invite a non-student to the dance must complete and submit to the main office the Event Guest Permission Form no later than Friday, February 17.

ORDER DANCE TICKETS

MULCH MADNESS RETURNS THIS SPRING!

We are bringing back our Mulch Madness all-school fundraiser this coming spring. Bags are 2 cubic feet of mulch (each bag covers 10-12 square feet 2 inches deep) in four colors that are $5 each. Orders will be accepted until Friday, March 10 and pickup will be Saturday, March 25. Orders of 25 or more bags can be delivered for few to addresses within 5 miles of the school. Don't need mulch? Consider purchasing bags and donating them to the school.

ORDER MULCH

Students who need Christian Service Hours can volunteer at Catholic Charities on the following dates from 9:30-11:30 a.m.:

February 25
March 25
April 22

Volunteers will be packing food boxes distributed to the Rocky Mount and Tarboro area by the Catholic Charities mobile food pantry.

The Shelton Challenge is a six-day residential leadership experience to help students expand their knowledge and skills of what it takes to be an effective leader. Hands-on activities focus on:

personal leadership assessment and interpersonal dynamics
the role of values and ethics in leadership
leadership traits and approaches
empowering others
civic and social responsibility
goal setting

When:

June 18-23, 2023

Where:

NC Wesleyan University

Who:

9th-12th Graders with GPA of 3.0+

Deadline to Apply:

May 15

SHELTON CHALLENGE INFO

HOST FAMILIES NEEDED FOR THESE STUDENTS FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

A host family is responsible for providing a loving environment and transportation to school. The students will cover all their expenses, including school tuition, health insurance, phone plan, etc, while in the USA.

We are looking for 5-10 families who would be willing to host an international student for the 2023-2024 school year. Beginning with the 2023-2024 school year, families who receive financial aid can fulfill their service-to-school hours by hosting an international student. If you are interested in hosting one of the following students, please email Mr. Smith.

ANNA-LENA from Germany

Family, friends, and sports (primarily track and ballet) are very important to Anna-Lena. She is an open-minded person who likes to travel and try new things. Her parents describe her as "a friendly, responsible, and adorable teenager. She's an excellent student with good grades and social engagement. She has been the class president, has provided tutoring in math, and has supported Ukrainian refugees at school. In her free time, she practices a lot of sports like track and field and ballet/garde."

ALESSIO from Italy

Alessio is a 16-year-old student from Castenaso, near Bologna,Italy. He is a highly responsible and motivated individual with a strong sense of family. He is also a talented musician who plays the French horn at the Conservatory of Music in Bologna (he would like to bring his French Horn to U.S. and be able to play it), as well as the guitar and piano. In his free time, Alessio enjoys reading, playing chess, cooking, and traveling to learn about new cultures. He is a well-rounded individual who is passionate about learning, eager to try new things, and respectful of others.

ELENA from Italy

Elena is a great girl with excellent English. She's played the flute for seven years and also loves dance. She has also played volleyball and basketball in the past. Academically she enjoys French, math, chemistry, and biology. Her parents describe her as "a clever, even-tempered girl with an open mind. She is sensitive and pays attention to others, is kind and respectful towards other people, manages to relate with adults and kids."

JONAS from Germany

"I want to spend a year abroad in America to learn about the culture and way of life. I’m excited to see new things, find new friends, and improve my English skills." His parents describe him as "an energetic and friendly young man who is eager to embrace new experiences. He is a smart and helpful person and we have always encouraged an open and accepting atmosphere in our home. He is an ambitious and driven young man, with a strong desire to learn and grow. He is eager to immerse himself in American culture and make the most of his time abroad."

TAR HEEL STATE APPLICATIONS DUE MARCH 15

Juniors interested in Tar Heel Boys and Girls State: applications are now available and due by March 15, 2023. This is a great opportunity for a week-long residential experience in forming and running all levels of city and state government. Please see Ms. Blanton with any questions.

LEARN MORE ABOUT TAR HEEL STATE

SAVE THE DATES!

The 2nd Annual JPII Golf Tournament, sponsored by Tyler Williams Builders, will be held Thursday, March 30 at Greenville Country Club. Lunch is provided between 12:00 and 12:30 with a shotgun start at 1:00 p.m.

The parents of the Class of 2025 will host a Casino Night on Saturday, May 13 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. in the gym. Save the date and make plans to attend for an evening of fun, food, and games!

Capture the memories of this school year with a yearbook. Give your student a gift they’ll treasure for a lifetime. February 28 is the deadline to guarantee a copy of the 2023 yearbook.

PURCHASE A YEARBOOK

Mrs. Holley will hold an interest meeting on March 6 at 6:00 p.m. for students and parents who are interested in helping to plan a Multicultural Fair that will take place on April 26 from 1:15-2:30 p.m. Questions? Email Mrs. Holley.

Schedules for spring sports have been added to the school calendar and will soon appear on jp2sports.com:

Baseball (JV & varsity)
Boys Golf
Boys Lacrosse
Girls Soccer
Softball
Coed Track & Field
Boys Volleyball

CALENDAR

🗓 Sunday, February 12

Happy Birthday Caleb Knight '26!

🗓 Monday, February 13

Happy Birthday Tucker Holmes '24 and Jameel & Jasmine Miranda '26!

2:30-3:30 p.m.
Tutoring: English; Overflow in S109

🗓 Tuesday, February 14

Swimming State Championships

Triangle Aquatic Center in Cary

7:30 a.m.

FCA in S107

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Tutoring: Science & Social Studies; Overflow in N113

6:45 p.m.

Varsity Boys Basketball at GRACE Christian in Raleigh

🗓 Wednesday, February 15

College Visit by Chowan at Lunches

6:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

All-Day Fundraiser at Bagelman

8:50 a.m.

Mass

1:45 p.m.

Advisory - "C" Clubs

2:30-3:30 p.m.
Tutoring: World Language & Theology; Overflow in N114

🗓 Thursday, February 16

2:30-3:30 p.m.
Tutoring: Math; Overflow in S105

🗓 Friday, February 17

Half Day of School (4th-7th)

🗓 Saturday, February 18

Happy Birthday Jasmine Ponce' 25!

Science Olympiad Regional Competition at ECU

Time TBA

Varsity Girls Basketball vs. TBD

Visit jp2highschool.com/calendar for the most up-to-date school calendar.

The swim team had its conference championship meet on Monday in Kinston. Luke McCarthy won 1st place in both the 500 freestyle and the 100 breaststroke. Caroline Williams won second place in the 100 breaststroke. Most of JPII's other swimmers set personal bests in their events.

Both Luke and Caroline will be representing JPII at the state championships in Cary this Tuesday, Feb 14. Luke will swim the 200 freestyle and the 500 freestyle. Caroline will swim the 200 freestyle and the 100 freestyle.

A free, virtual series to take the mystery out of paying for college:

February 16: FAFSA's Done: Show Me the Money

February 23: Evaluating Financial Aid Offers

Each webinar takes place from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

WEBINAR REGISTRATION

Scholarship season has arrived! Please check the CFNC scholarship page to see what scholarships are available. Deadlines start in January and will continue through the rest of the semester. If you need help with applications or essays, please do not hesitate to reach out to Dr. Parker.

CFNC SCHOLARSHIP PAGE

JUNIORS & JUNIOR PARENTS: Below are the vaccine requirements for starting 12th grade. In order for a senior to receive their 2023-2024 class schedule, Ms. Blanton needs to have an updated immunization record that reflects these vaccinations.

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