THIS WEEK AT JPII May 18, 2025 This is the last newsletter of the school year. The next newsletter will be a Summer Update in June. Questions? Email mainoffice@jp2highschool.com |
THIS WEEK AT JPII May 18, 2025 This is the last newsletter of the school year. The next newsletter will be a Summer Update in June. Questions? Email mainoffice@jp2highschool.com |
THERE IS NO ASSEMBLY THIS WEEK. GO DIRECTLY TO THE CLASSROOM OF YOUR FIRST EXAM BY 8:00 A.M. EACH DAY. ALSO, THE DRESS CODE STILL APPLIES FOR EXAM WEEK! |
THERE IS NO ASSEMBLY THIS WEEK. GO DIRECTLY TO THE CLASSROOM OF YOUR FIRST EXAM BY 8:00 A.M. EACH DAY. ALSO, THE DRESS CODE STILL APPLIES FOR EXAM WEEK! |
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As we bring the school year to a close, the celebrations to honor the Class of 2025 begin! Baccalaureate Mass will take place at St. Gabriel Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 21 at 6:00 p.m. and Commencement will be held on Friday, May 23 at 10:00 a.m. Weather permitting, Commencement will take place on the turf field and will be open to the JPII community; otherwise, it will take place in the gym and will be a ticketed event. Our 55 graduates have left their mark on JPII with many accomplishments - some individual, some collective that include accepting $1,918,224 in scholarships and being offered many thousands of dollars more! We wish them an abundance of future success wherever God's plan takes them next. They are off to 26 different places; below are the schools they collectively earned acceptances to attend: |
As we bring the school year to a close, the celebrations to honor the Class of 2025 begin! Baccalaureate Mass will take place at St. Gabriel Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 21 at 6:00 p.m. and Commencement will be held on Friday, May 23 at 10:00 a.m. Weather permitting, Commencement will take place on the turf field and will be open to the JPII community; otherwise, it will take place in the gym and will be a ticketed event. Our 55 graduates have left their mark on JPII with many accomplishments - some individual, some collective that include accepting $1,918,224 in scholarships and being offered many thousands of dollars more! We wish them an abundance of future success wherever God's plan takes them next. They are off to 26 different places; below are the schools they collectively earned acceptances to attend: |
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Aberystwyth University American University of Bulgaria Appalachian State University Auburn University Averett University Barton College Belmont Abbey College Brigham Young University Brigham Young University - Idaho Campbell University Carnegie Mellon University Cape Fear Community College Catawba College Central Michigan University Chowan University Christopher Newport University Clemson University Coastal Carolina University Coker University College of Charleston Craven Community College East Carolina University EDHEC Business School (France) Elizabeth City State University Elon University emlyon Business School (France) ESSEC Business School (France) Fayetteville State University Francis Marion University Furman University Gardner-Webb University Georgia Southern University Greensboro College Guilford College Hampton University Hendrix College High Point University House of European History (Belgium) Howard University Johnson & Wales University Johnson C. Smith University Lafayette College Lawrence University LeMoyne-Owens College Lenoir-Rhyne University Liberty University Loyola University Maryland Lynn University Mars Hill University Miami University (OH?) Michigan Technological University Mid-Atlantic Christian University Meredith College Methodist University Montreat College Morehouse College Mount St. Mary’s University New College of Florida New England Institute of Technology |
Aberystwyth University American University of Bulgaria Appalachian State University Auburn University Averett University Barton College Belmont Abbey College Brigham Young University Brigham Young University - Idaho Campbell University Carnegie Mellon University Cape Fear Community College Catawba College Central Michigan University Chowan University Christopher Newport University Clemson University Coastal Carolina University Coker University College of Charleston Craven Community College East Carolina University EDHEC Business School (France) Elizabeth City State University Elon University emlyon Business School (France) ESSEC Business School (France) Fayetteville State University Francis Marion University Furman University Gardner-Webb University Georgia Southern University Greensboro College Guilford College Hampton University Hendrix College High Point University House of European History (Belgium) Howard University Johnson & Wales University Johnson C. Smith University Lafayette College Lawrence University LeMoyne-Owens College Lenoir-Rhyne University Liberty University Loyola University Maryland Lynn University Mars Hill University Miami University (OH?) Michigan Technological University Mid-Atlantic Christian University Meredith College Methodist University Montreat College Morehouse College Mount St. Mary’s University New College of Florida New England Institute of Technology |
| North Carolina A&T State University North Carolina Central University North Carolina State University North Carolina Wesleyan University Nova Southeastern University Ohio State University Old Dominion University Palm Beach Atlantic University Pennsylvania State University Pitt Community College Point Park University Presbyterian College Randolph-Macon University Saint Louis University-Madrid Salem College Shaw University SKEMA Business School (France) Temple University, Japan Campus Towson University United States Military Academy at West Point United States Naval Academy University of Alabama University of Alabama in Huntsville University of Arkansas University of Central Florida University of Georgia University of Miami University of Michigan-Flint University of Minnesota-Twin Cities University of Mississippi University of Mount Olive UNC Asheville UNC Chapel Hill UNC Charlotte UNC Greensboro UNC Pembroke UNC Wilmington University of Pittsburgh University of Pittsburgh at Bradford University of South Carolina University of Tampa University of Tennessee (Knoxville) Valparaiso University Virginia Commonwealth University Virginia Military Institute Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Virginia State University Vorhees University Wake Forest University Washington & Jefferson College Wentworth Institute of Technology Western Carolina University West Virginia University William Peace University Wilson Community College Wingate University Winston-Salem State University |
North Carolina A&T State University North Carolina Central University North Carolina State University North Carolina Wesleyan University Nova Southeastern University Ohio State University Old Dominion University Palm Beach Atlantic University Pennsylvania State University Pitt Community College Point Park University Presbyterian College Randolph-Macon University Saint Louis University-Madrid Salem College Shaw University SKEMA Business School (France) Temple University, Japan Campus Towson University United States Military Academy at West Point United States Naval Academy University of Alabama University of Alabama in Huntsville University of Arkansas University of Central Florida University of Georgia University of Miami University of Michigan-Flint University of Minnesota-Twin Cities University of Mississippi University of Mount Olive UNC Asheville UNC Chapel Hill UNC Charlotte UNC Greensboro UNC Pembroke UNC Wilmington University of Pittsburgh University of Pittsburgh at Bradford University of South Carolina University of Tampa University of Tennessee (Knoxville) Valparaiso University Virginia Commonwealth University Virginia Military Institute Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Virginia State University Vorhees University Wake Forest University Washington & Jefferson College Wentworth Institute of Technology Western Carolina University West Virginia University William Peace University Wilson Community College Wingate University Winston-Salem State University |
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DO YOU HAVE SPIRIT WEAR YOU'VE OUTGROWN? If you have dress code items (khaki shorts or pants, spirit wear, etc.) that are in good condition (no holes, etc.) that you have outgrown or no longer need and would like to donate to the school for future students, please drop them off in the main office. |
DO YOU HAVE SPIRIT WEAR YOU'VE OUTGROWN? If you have dress code items (khaki shorts or pants, spirit wear, etc.) that are in good condition (no holes, etc.) that you have outgrown or no longer need and would like to donate to the school for future students, please drop them off in the main office. |
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Junior & senior young men: have you considered where God is calling you? Learn more about how to hear God's call for your life and grow closer to Him at the Quo Vadis retreat. See Mrs. Tulis for more information. |
Junior & senior young men: have you considered where God is calling you? Learn more about how to hear God's call for your life and grow closer to Him at the Quo Vadis retreat. See Mrs. Tulis for more information. |
| | Don't forget to clean out your locker! All lockers should be emptied no later than after the 6th period exam on Wednesday. |
Don't forget to clean out your locker! All lockers should be emptied no later than after the 6th period exam on Wednesday. |
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Please consider joining the Saints art department at Emerge Gallery & Art Center for the First Friday ArtWalk and Opening on Friday, June 6 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. We will celebrate having artwork displayed from several of our favorite JPII artists! Wear your JPII spirit wear and help us represent! If you miss the opening, the show will be on display from June 6 through August 15, so you can still swing by and take a look. |
Please consider joining the Saints art department at Emerge Gallery & Art Center for the First Friday ArtWalk and Opening on Friday, June 6 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. We will celebrate having artwork displayed from several of our favorite JPII artists! Wear your JPII spirit wear and help us represent! If you miss the opening, the show will be on display from June 6 through August 15, so you can still swing by and take a look. |
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Mrs. Lyles is leading a trip to Disney World in January 2026 to learn the physics and technology of Disney parks. When: January 14-17th 2026 Who: The trip is open to all JPII students (40 max) What: Students will spend three nights and two full days in the Walt Disney Park and attend a 2-hour hands-on workshop about the physics of the park and an additional workshop about technology in the park. Travel: via motor coach Meals: Students will receive vouchers for meals at the park Lodging: Walt Disney Resort Hotel (4 students/room) Cost: Approximately $1,500 (amount may be slightly higher or lower depending on the number attending) with non-refundable deposit of $250. Cost includes park tickets, transportation, food (at the park), and lodging. The remaining amount will be charged monthly to your Finalsite Enrollment account during the 2025-2026 school year. Complete the commitment form to sign up for a place on the trip! |
Mrs. Lyles is leading a trip to Disney World in January 2026 to learn the physics and technology of Disney parks. When: January 14-17th 2026 Who: The trip is open to all JPII students (40 max) What: Students will spend three nights and two full days in the Walt Disney Park and attend a 2-hour hands-on workshop about the physics of the park and an additional workshop about technology in the park. Travel: via motor coach Meals: Students will receive vouchers for meals at the park Lodging: Walt Disney Resort Hotel (4 students/room) Cost: Approximately $1,500 (amount may be slightly higher or lower depending on the number attending) with non-refundable deposit of $250. Cost includes park tickets, transportation, food (at the park), and lodging. The remaining amount will be charged monthly to your Finalsite Enrollment account during the 2025-2026 school year. Complete the commitment form to sign up for a place on the trip! |
SUMMER READING SELECTIONS |
SUMMER READING SELECTIONS |
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English I CP & Honors To Kill a Mockingbird Harper Lee |
English I CP & Honors To Kill a Mockingbird Harper Lee |
| | English II Honors AP Seminar English II (recommended for CP but not a requirement) Long Way Down Jason Reynolds |
English II Honors AP Seminar English II (recommended for CP but not a requirement) Long Way Down Jason Reynolds |
| | English III Honors (recommended for CP but not a requirement) Tortilla Flat John Steinbeck |
English III Honors (recommended for CP but not a requirement) Tortilla Flat John Steinbeck |
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English IV Honors (recommended for CP but not a requirement) The Alchemist Paulo Coelho |
English IV Honors (recommended for CP but not a requirement) The Alchemist Paulo Coelho |
| | AP English Language I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings Maya Angelou |
AP English Language I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings Maya Angelou |
| | AP English Literature Babbitt Sinclair Lewis |
AP English Literature Babbitt Sinclair Lewis |
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TRACK & FIELD SETS RECORDS AT THE STATE MEET The track and field program closed the season with another historic performance at the NCISAA Division II state meet on Friday and Saturday at Gaston Christian. The clear highlight was TT Moore, who on Saturday became JPII’s first state champion as he won the triple jump with a school-record leap of 42-9 1/2. Moore, whose previous best entering the meet was 40-11, seemed to get better with each jump throughout the preliminary and final rounds as he took first by eight inches. A day earlier he finished fifth in the long jump when he soared 20-5 1/2, just 5 1/2 inches off his school record he set eight days earlier at the CPIC meet. |
TRACK & FIELD SETS RECORDS AT THE STATE MEET The track and field program closed the season with another historic performance at the NCISAA Division II state meet on Friday and Saturday at Gaston Christian. The clear highlight was TT Moore, who on Saturday became JPII’s first state champion as he won the triple jump with a school-record leap of 42-9 1/2. Moore, whose previous best entering the meet was 40-11, seemed to get better with each jump throughout the preliminary and final rounds as he took first by eight inches. A day earlier he finished fifth in the long jump when he soared 20-5 1/2, just 5 1/2 inches off his school record he set eight days earlier at the CPIC meet. |
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JPII is looking for excited new parent members to join the booster club board of directors. The booster board supports all areas of JPII. During our monthly meetings, we discuss thoughts and ideas about a variety of events to raise funds in support of academics, arts, and athletics. If you are interested in joining the board of directors of the John Paul II Booster Club, please email Charlie Harvey. |
JPII is looking for excited new parent members to join the booster club board of directors. The booster board supports all areas of JPII. During our monthly meetings, we discuss thoughts and ideas about a variety of events to raise funds in support of academics, arts, and athletics. If you are interested in joining the board of directors of the John Paul II Booster Club, please email Charlie Harvey. |
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All students will need to turn in their MacBook no later than the end of their last exam. For seniors or students who are not returning, transcripts will not be released until it is turned in! If you have an educational reason for needing your MacBook over the summer (ex: an online class at PCC), you must be approved to keep the MacBook by Ms. Blanton. Turn-In Dates: - Wednesday, May 21st after the 6th period exam in the PAC
- Thursday, May 22nd after the 7th period exam in the PAC
If you would like to turn in your MacBook before the 21st, please take it to the PC computer lab next to the STEM lab. If you have decorated the MacBook in any way, that will need to be undone. Stickers need to be removed and any adhesive residue removed. Both the MacBook and charger (block and cable) need to be turned in at the same time - please do not bring one without the other unless you have lost your charger and need to pay for a replacement. Both the block and cable are $24 each. If you need to pay the school the replacement cost, you can do so either by cash, check, Venmo @JPIICatholic, or by credit card with Mrs. Ershadi. |
All students will need to turn in their MacBook no later than the end of their last exam. For seniors or students who are not returning, transcripts will not be released until it is turned in! If you have an educational reason for needing your MacBook over the summer (ex: an online class at PCC), you must be approved to keep the MacBook by Ms. Blanton. Turn-In Dates: - Wednesday, May 21st after the 6th period exam in the PAC
- Thursday, May 22nd after the 7th period exam in the PAC
If you would like to turn in your MacBook before the 21st, please take it to the PC computer lab next to the STEM lab. If you have decorated the MacBook in any way, that will need to be undone. Stickers need to be removed and any adhesive residue removed. Both the MacBook and charger (block and cable) need to be turned in at the same time - please do not bring one without the other unless you have lost your charger and need to pay for a replacement. Both the block and cable are $24 each. If you need to pay the school the replacement cost, you can do so either by cash, check, Venmo @JPIICatholic, or by credit card with Mrs. Ershadi. |
JUNIORS & JUNIOR PARENTS: Below are the vaccine requirements for starting 12th grade. In order for a senior to receive their 2025-2026 class schedule, Ms. Blanton needs to have an updated immunization record that reflects these vaccinations. |
JUNIORS & JUNIOR PARENTS: Below are the vaccine requirements for starting 12th grade. In order for a senior to receive their 2025-2026 class schedule, Ms. Blanton needs to have an updated immunization record that reflects these vaccinations. |
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CALENDAR The 2025-2026 calendar can be found here. The dates have also been added to the main school calendar. 🗓 Monday, May 19 8:00-9:30 a.m. 1st Period Exam 9:30-9:45 a.m. Exam Break 9:45-11:15 a.m. 2nd Period Exam 11:30 a.m. Baccalaureate Mass Practice 🗓 Tuesday, May 20 8:00-9:30 a.m. 3rd Period Exam 9:30-9:45 a.m. Exam Break 9:45-11:15 a.m. 4th Period Exam 11:30 a.m. Graduation Practice 6:00 p.m. Senior Student-Athlete Banquet Greenville Country Club 🗓 Wednesday, May 21 Happy Birthday Christian Clark '26 & Caleb Rogers '26 8:00-9:30 a.m. 5th Period Exam 9:30-9:45 a.m. Exam Break 9:45-11:15 a.m. 6th Period Exam 11:15 a.m. MacBook Turn In in the PAC 6:00 p.m. Baccalaureate Mass St. Gabriel Catholic Church 🗓 Thursday, May 22 Happy Birthday Ryan Smith '25 & Ava Jones '27! 8:00-9:30 a.m. 7th Period Exam 9:30 a.m. MacBook Turn In in the PAC 🗓 Friday, May 23 Happy Birthday Ms. Blanton & Bobby Getz '26! Final Report Cards Sent via Email 10:00 a.m. Graduation 🗓 Saturday, May 24 Happy Birthday Isabella Calix '26 & Josiah Mitchell '27! 🗓 Sunday, May 25 Happy Birthday Lilly Lyon '25! |
CALENDAR The 2025-2026 calendar can be found here. The dates have also been added to the main school calendar. 🗓 Monday, May 19 8:00-9:30 a.m. 1st Period Exam 9:30-9:45 a.m. Exam Break 9:45-11:15 a.m. 2nd Period Exam 11:30 a.m. Baccalaureate Mass Practice 🗓 Tuesday, May 20 8:00-9:30 a.m. 3rd Period Exam 9:30-9:45 a.m. Exam Break 9:45-11:15 a.m. 4th Period Exam 11:30 a.m. Graduation Practice 6:00 p.m. Senior Student-Athlete Banquet Greenville Country Club 🗓 Wednesday, May 21 Happy Birthday Christian Clark '26 & Caleb Rogers '26 8:00-9:30 a.m. 5th Period Exam 9:30-9:45 a.m. Exam Break 9:45-11:15 a.m. 6th Period Exam 11:15 a.m. MacBook Turn In in the PAC 6:00 p.m. Baccalaureate Mass St. Gabriel Catholic Church 🗓 Thursday, May 22 Happy Birthday Ryan Smith '25 & Ava Jones '27! 8:00-9:30 a.m. 7th Period Exam 9:30 a.m. MacBook Turn In in the PAC 🗓 Friday, May 23 Happy Birthday Ms. Blanton & Bobby Getz '26! Final Report Cards Sent via Email 10:00 a.m. Graduation 🗓 Saturday, May 24 Happy Birthday Isabella Calix '26 & Josiah Mitchell '27! 🗓 Sunday, May 25 Happy Birthday Lilly Lyon '25! |
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CHEER Workouts: June 18th & 19th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Tryouts: June 20th (10:00-11:00 a.m.) If you are interested, please email Mrs. Holley so she can provide you with tryout material. |
CHEER Workouts: June 18th & 19th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Tryouts: June 20th (10:00-11:00 a.m.) If you are interested, please email Mrs. Holley so she can provide you with tryout material. |
| | FOOTBALL Tuesdays and Thursdays starting June 5th through July 31st (except July 3) from 6:00-8:30 p.m. |
FOOTBALL Tuesdays and Thursdays starting June 5th through July 31st (except July 3) from 6:00-8:30 p.m. |
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SOCCER Mondays & Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. starting June 16th. Tryouts will be held July 30th, 31st, and August 1st from 7:00-9:00 a.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. each day. |
SOCCER Mondays & Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 p.m. starting June 16th. Tryouts will be held July 30th, 31st, and August 1st from 7:00-9:00 a.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. each day. |
| | BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-11:00 a.m. beginning May 27th except the week of July 4th and the last week of July. |
BOYS & GIRLS TENNIS Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-11:00 a.m. beginning May 27th except the week of July 4th and the last week of July. |
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