This Week at JPII

THIS WEEK AT JPII

October 19, 2025

Questions? Email mainoffice@jp2chs.com

THIS WEEK AT JPII

October 19, 2025

Questions? Email mainoffice@jp2chs.com

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WORKS OF MERCY SIGNUP

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SERVICE TO SCHOOL SIGNUP

THIS SATURDAY at 10:00 a.m. we will hold Open House for new parents and students who are interested in enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year. 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 and then with our coaches at the gym.

10:00-11:00 a.m. - Academic Campus
11:00-12:00 noon - Athletic Campus

If you have a current 8th grade student, November 10, 2025 is the priority deadline for applications for the 2026-2027 school year. Students who apply by Nov. 10th will receive a decision letter by Dec. 15th.

10:00-11:00 a.m. - Academic Campus
11:00-12:00 noon - Athletic Campus

Congratulations to the following juniors for their selection to this year's Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce Teen Leadership Institute!

Makayla Cox

Bella Fuchs

Anna Mason

Many thanks to all the students and families who have sold their Attractions Books - and an even bigger thanks to those who have asked for more to sell! SELL 5 BOOKS, GET 1 FREE! No limits! All monies for books sold or unsold books need to be turned in to Mr. Harvey in room 105 no later than Monday, Nov. 3rd! After Nov. 3rd, the cost of unreturned books will be billed to Finalsite accounts. Students who sell 10 or more books will receive a $20 voucher for The Saints Shop and top individual sellers are eligible to receive cash prizes. The class that sells the most will have a visit from Travelin' Toms Coffee Truck during lunch one day in the winter.

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Distinguished Young Women Class of 2027 interest meeting on Oct. 26th

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Distinguished Young Women Class of 2027 interest meeting on Oct. 26th

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Daughters of the American Revolution essay contest entries due. Nov. 1st

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Daughters of the American Revolution essay contest entries due. Nov. 1st

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Governor's School applications due Nov. 20th

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Governor's School applications due Nov. 20th

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ECU hosting Future Health Professionals Conference on Nov. 22

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ECU hosting Future Health Professionals Conference on Nov. 22

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DRIVER'S ED
Students who will be 14-and-a-half as of Monday, Dec. 1st and need to take driver's ed are eligible to participate in the class that will be held at the school Dec. 1st-5th & 8th-12th from 2:45-5:45 p.m. each day. Students cannot miss any of the days or they will not get credit and do not receive a refund. Cost is $60 payable to JPII. Click the button below for online registration (includes a $2 processing fee); or contact Business Manager Mary Ershadi if you would like to pay cash or check.

The dates for the spring class are April 27th-May 8th.

The Sunshine Sweethearts would like to celebrate National Chocolate Day (Tuesday, Oct. 28th) for the faculty and staff. There are two opportunities available for Service to School hours posted for October 24th if you would like to help us with that celebration.

Young men in high school are invited to participate in Operation Shepherd (a vocations event) on Saturday, Nov. 8th from 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. at Cardinal Gibbons High School in Raleigh. While students are participating, parents are invited to a Vocations Coffee & Discussion at 9:00 a.m. The deadline to register is Nov. 1st. Click here for more information or see Mrs. Tulis.

From now until Nov. 14th, FCA is collecting donations of the items listed below to help fill shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child:

puzzles
binoculars
compass
chalk or chalkboard
fishing kit
jump rope
coloring book/pad
dry water color set
play dough
stickers
books/picture books

Donations will be collected in a box in the lobby of the school.

From now until Nov. 14th, FCA is collecting donations of the items listed below to help fill shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child:

puzzles
binoculars
compass
chalk or chalkboard
fishing kit
jump rope
coloring book/pad
dry water color set
play dough
stickers
books/picture books

Donations will be collected in a box in the lobby of the school.

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Students and parents interested in participating in the 4th Annual Multicultural Fair are asked to email Mrs. Holley for more information. This exciting event gives students the chance to explore different cultures, enjoy new foods, and share their own traditions.

Due to the federal government shutdown, the DC trip was moved to Feb. 15th-17th and there are spaces available for those who would like to join! The deadline is Nov. 3rd; email Mrs. Christopher if you are interested.

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The following Works of Mercy opportunities have been added to signup.com:

Oct 25th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon - Help RELEAF plant trees
Oct 25th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon - Help Walton Academy with their Fall Festival
Oct 30th from 6:15-8:30 p.m. - Help Walton Academy with Family Science Night

See Mrs. Hughes if you have any questions or if you have an idea to help someone or a group of people that you are wondering if it can count as service hours.

The following Works of Mercy opportunities have been added to signup.com:

Oct 25th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon - Help RELEAF plant trees
Oct 25th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon - Help Walton Academy with their Fall Festival
Oct 30th from 6:15-8:30 p.m. - Help Walton Academy with Family Science Night

See Mrs. Hughes if you have any questions or if you have an idea to help someone or a group of people that you are wondering if it can count as service hours.

CALENDAR

🗓 Monday, October 20th

Full Day of School

Aviation Club Field Trip to NCGTP

Happy Birthday DJ Hughes '29!

2:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: English

-Drama Club (PAC)

-FBLA

-Film Club (210)

-Gaming Club (406)

-Girl's Weightlifting Club (Weight Room)

-Music Club (Senior Dining)

-Science Olympiad in (408)

3:00 p.m.

Concussion Testing (Dining Hall)

6:00 p.m.

Swim Team Kickoff Meeting and Coach Introduction (via Google Meet)

🗓 Tuesday, October 21st

Happy Birthday Ava Kreamer '26!

11:30 a.m.

SGA (306)

2:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: Science & Social Studies

-Drama Club (306)

-Mass & Music Ministry Club (PAC)

🗓 Wednesday, October 22nd

St. Pope John Paul II Feast Day

Happy Birthday Mrs. Lyles!

9:30 a.m.

Mass

2:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: World Language & Theology

-Drama Club (PAC)

-FCA (314)

-Gaming Club (406)

-Girl's Weightlifting Club (Weight Room)

-Music Club (Senior Dining)

-Quiz Bowl (407)

🗓 Thursday, October 23rd

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)

6:00 p.m.

JV Football at Cary Christian (Playoff Championship)

🗓 Friday, October 24th

Happy Birthday Axel Sanjuan-Angeles '29!

2:30 p.m.

-ACT Prep (Senior Dining)

-Creative Writing Club (114)

4:00 p.m.

Cross Country State Championships in Charlotte

🗓 Saturday, October 25th

Happy Birthday Ms. Shelbi!

10:00 a.m.

Open House

CALENDAR

🗓 Monday, October 20th

Full Day of School

Aviation Club Field Trip to NCGTP

Happy Birthday DJ Hughes '29!

2:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: English

-Drama Club (PAC)

-FBLA

-Film Club (210)

-Gaming Club (406)

-Girl's Weightlifting Club (Weight Room)

-Music Club (Senior Dining)

-Science Olympiad in (408)

3:00 p.m.

Concussion Testing (Dining Hall)

6:00 p.m.

Swim Team Kickoff Meeting and Coach Introduction (via Google Meet)

🗓 Tuesday, October 21st

Happy Birthday Ava Kreamer '26!

11:30 a.m.

SGA (306)

2:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: Science & Social Studies

-Drama Club (306)

-Mass & Music Ministry Club (PAC)

🗓 Wednesday, October 22nd

St. Pope John Paul II Feast Day

Happy Birthday Mrs. Lyles!

9:30 a.m.

Mass

2:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: World Language & Theology

-Drama Club (PAC)

-FCA (314)

-Gaming Club (406)

-Girl's Weightlifting Club (Weight Room)

-Music Club (Senior Dining)

-Quiz Bowl (407)

🗓 Thursday, October 23rd

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)

6:00 p.m.

JV Football at Cary Christian (Playoff Championship)

🗓 Friday, October 24th

Happy Birthday Axel Sanjuan-Angeles '29!

2:30 p.m.

-ACT Prep (Senior Dining)

-Creative Writing Club (114)

4:00 p.m.

Cross Country State Championships in Charlotte

🗓 Saturday, October 25th

Happy Birthday Ms. Shelbi!

10:00 a.m.

Open House

Student-athletes who need concussion baseline testing to be eligible to participate in winter sports can complete the testing on Monday, Oct. 20th at 3:00 p.m. in the dining hall. If you have already completed the testing this school year, you do not need to do it again until next school year.

The swim team will hold a kickoff and new coach introduction meeting on Monday, Oct. 20th at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place virtually via Google Meet or dial 267-873-2301 PIN: 270 173 561#. Parents and interested swimmers are encouraged to attend. Swim team practices will begin on Monday, Oct. 27th at 5:30 a.m. at Aquaventure.

SHOWCASING THE WORK OF OUR STUDENTS IN THE ARTS

Our fall production of Clue is coming together and is absolutely fun! Make plans to join us Nov. 20th, 21st, and 22nd. Remember, everyone is a suspect and soon the games begin!

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Please consider supporting the fundraising efforts of our JPII Players. They are offering a limited number of handcrafted bouquets that can be presented after a performance. The flowers represent the colors of our cast of characters. The Players have set a lofty goal and are determined to raise the funds for a new sound system in the PAC. More opportunities are coming!

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