This Week at JPII

THIS WEEK AT JPII

February 26, 2023

Half Day on Wednesday

Questions? Email mainoffice@jp2highschool.com.

SUBMIT INTENTIONS

ANONYMOUS TIP LINE

ORDER MY HOT LUNCHBOX

SERVICE TO SCHOOL SIGNUP

SUBMIT CHRISTIAN SERVICE HOURS

Our school-wide Lenten almsgiving is to continue providing monetary donations to Fr. Gaston's "Little Angels" just as we did during Catholic Schools Week. if you did not have the opportunity to watch the video or make a donation during Catholic Schools Week, you can do both below (if you previously attempted to make a donation online and the form would not process, it has been fixed) .

In addition to monetary donations, the Multicultural and Spirit Clubs are sponsoring a car wash at the school on the morning of Saturday, March 11. Pollen season is right around the corner and it is probable that your vehicles will need a bath!

DONATE TO FR. GASTON'S "LITTLE ANGELS"

Congratulations to our Science Olympiad team members who placed in events at last week's regional competition at ECU! JPII is the only private school that entered a team at the high school level. Since Bottle Rocket & Cell Biology placed 1st, they will compete at the state level at NC State at the end of April.

MULCH MADNESS ORDERS DUE MARCH 10!

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

TUESDAY IS THE DEADLINE TO ORDER A YEARBOOK

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

BRACKET MANIA RETURNS!

Bracket Mania is our spring school-wide fundraiser and your picks could be worth $250-$1,000 - but only if you play! Filling out a bracket for the college basketball tournament is an annual American tradition. There’s nothing like picking a winner and whether you pick teams by stats, colors, mascots, or you just don’t like the other team – don't miss your opportunity to win $250-$1,000 while supporting the academic and athletic needs of JPII students! Here’s how it works:

Since brackets are filled out online, anyone anywhere can participate so share this opportunity with family and friends near and far!
Brackets are $20 each – buy 1 or buy more than 1 – you can enter as many times as you’d like.
Reserve your bracket(s) now by paying with a credit card using the form linked below or Venmo @JPIICatholic with the note “Bracket Mania” and your email address.
Shortly after the teams are announced on Sunday, March 12 at 6:00 p.m. ET, those who have purchased brackets will receive a link and password to fill out their bracket(s).
All brackets must be completed by 12:00 noon on Thursday, March 16th!
Points are awarded for each winning pick; point values increase as the tournament progresses.
The top 10 point leaders in each of the first 5 rounds will be placed in a raffle drawing to win a cash prize.
After the final game, all individuals with the highest point totals and the winning team selected will be placed in a raffle to win the grand prize.

All money raised will go toward the academic and athletic needs of JPII students!

PURCHASE YOUR BRACKETS NOW!

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!

The 2023-2024 school year calendar is now available. These dates are also on the online school calendar.

DOWNLOAD THE CALENDAR

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.

CHEER SUMMER WORKOUTS

Students interested in trying out for varsity cheerleading for the 2023-2024 school year need to email Mrs. Holley so she can send information about summer workouts.

The deadline has been extended for all physics students and AP science students to register for the Busch Gardens field trip on May 12. The cost is $130 and can be paid all at once or in installments:

$50 deposit due now
2nd payment due March 15 - $50
Final Payment due April 15th -$30

If you have any questions please contact Mrs. Lyles.

TRIP PAYMENT FORM

CALENDAR

🗓 Sunday, February 26

Happy Birthday Jeremiah Reid '23!

🗓 Monday, February 27

Happy Birthday Mr. Morgan!

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Tutoring: English; Overflow in S109

6:00 p.m.

Lacrosse at Havelock

🗓 Tuesday, February 28

Deadline to Purchase a Yearbook

7:30 a.m.

FCA in S107

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Tutoring: Science & Social Studies; Overflow in N113

4:30 p.m.

Baseball vs. Harrells Christian

BUY TICKETS

5:00 p.m.

Softball at Riverside

🗓 Wednesday, March 1

Half Day of School (1st-3rd)

9:10 a.m.

Mass

4:30 p.m.

Lacrosse vs. Cary Christian

BUY TICKETS

5:00 p.m.

Varsity Baseball at Jones Senior

🗓 Thursday, March 2

Happy Birthday Britt Gauquie '24!

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

4:30 p.m.

Girls Soccer vs. Pungo Christian

BUY TICKETS

🗓 Friday, March 3

Happy Birthday TJ Gribble '26!

🗓 Saturday, March 4

Happy Birthday Nora Ebel '23!

Track at NC Runners Eastern Tour

9:00 a.m.

ACT Prep

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

SPRING SPORTS START THIS WEEK!

The first home games for spring sports are:

Baseball - This Tuesday at 4:30 p.m.

Lacrosse - This Wednesday at 4:30 p.m.

Girls Soccer- This Thursday at 4:30 p.m.

Softball - March 8 at 3:45 p.m.

Boys Volleyball- March 14 at 4:00 p.m.

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

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 an international student, please email Mr. Smith.

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

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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