This Week at JPII

THIS WEEK AT JPII

February 18, 2024

No School on Monday

Questions? Email mainoffice@jp2highschool.com

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It is almost time to start re-enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year! Families will receive information next week about how to re-enroll their student(s) in Finalsite. For now, families should:

1) Submit an Opportunity Scholarship during February (information below)

2) Families who receive need-based financial aid from the school will need to complete an Opportunity Scholarship application and a FACTS Grant & Aid application to be eligible to continue receiving financial aid.

SUBMIT YOUR OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION BY THE END OF THE MONTH

The Opportunity Scholarship Program is offered by the State of North Carolina and provides up to $7,213 per year toward tuition and fees for students who choose to attend a participating nonpublic school such as JPII. Families must apply by March 1 to receive priority consideration.

NEED HELP SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION? Families who need help submitting an Opportunity Scholarship application can receive assistance by appointment by contacting Business Manager Mary Ershadi.

Our school is listed as “John Paul II Catholic High School Greenville - Greenville” with the NCSEAA.

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In addition to the NC Opportunity Scholarship, Folds of Honor is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships of up to $5,000 up to $5,000 per academic year to the spouses and children of military members or first responders who have fallen or been disabled. The application is now open and closes March 31, 2024.

FOLDS OF HONOR SCHOLARSHIP INFO

Join us for our biannual Broadway Night this Saturday at 7:00 p.m.! Our students have been busy preparing a night of Broadway numbers with a mix of solos, duets, and large group numbers. Come for the singing, stay for the dessert table! Admission is free, with donations accepted at the dessert buffet.

MS. THOMSEN'S WEEKLY STUDY TIPS

Study Tip #20: “Transferable Skills: Speaking Professionally” Professionalism in the classroom means creating an environment where we can be respectful of others, solve problems, and focus on learning. Speaking with a professional register means “a particular range of a voice or instrument.” Your register, or word choice, sets a tone for your classroom or workplace. We do this by using modal auxiliary verbs like may, could, would, should, or shall (yes even shall). Passive voice is another way to be professional in the classroom because we want to focus on the object more than who did what to the object.

Each week, I will post a new video (3-5 minutes). You can also join my "JPII Weekly Study Tips" Google Classroom to download the materials. The class code is vsffbqf. If you missed a week, a playlist is available at the top of the “Classwork” page so you can watch all of the videos. Also, I am at JPII every afternoon: 6th period in S105 and 7th period in S104, and 2:30-3:30 in S104, so stop by!

TAR HEEL STATE APPLICATIONS DUE THIS WEDNESDAY

Juniors interested in Tar Heel Boys and Girls State: applications are now available and due by February 21, 2024. 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

Rising seniors who are aspiring teachers can attend the NC State College of Education’s LeadershipInstitute for Future Teachers (LIFT) where they will delve into the field of education by engaging in field-based school activities, interacting with leaders in education, and exploring career options in education and related fields. This year’s LIFT will be held June 23-28 at NC State. The cost of participation is free for students, except for transportation to and from NC State. This is an invitational program with an application deadline of Feb. 23. See Ms. Blanton if you are interested in applying.

Students interested in healthcare careers will have the opportunity to "Chat with a Doc" on Thursday, March 14 from 1:30-4:30 p.m. at the ECU Health Medical Center Main Auditorium. Students who would like to participate must provide their own transportation to the event and register with Ms. Blanton before Feb. 28th. This is an excused afternoon absence but students will be responsible for any missed work.

MULCH MADNESS RETURNS!

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 Tuesday, March 19 and pickup will be Saturday, March 23. Orders of 25 or more bags can be delivered for free to addresses within 5 miles of the school. Don't need mulch? Consider purchasing bags and donating them to the school.

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As part of Financial Aid Awareness month, NCSEAA and CFNC are offering the How to Pay for College webinar series:

Feb. 22, 6-7pm: FAFSA’s Done – Show Me The Money!
Feb. 29, 6-7pm: Evaluating Financial Aid Award Letters

Learn more and register at CFNC.org/events.

Join Haven at Blue Creek on Saturday, April 20 for the inaugural 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run, Walk, and Ruck on their stunning grounds in Grimesland. The First Step 5k is organized to support Haven at Blue Creek, a Women's Rehabilitation Center committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for women overcoming addiction. Join us for post-race refreshments, entertainment including bouncy houses for children, and a joyful, family-friendly atmosphere.

5k & Ruck - $25 (increases to $35 on March 23)
Fun Run - $20

*Register by April 5th to receive a T-shirt.*

DRIVER'S ED

Students who will be 14-and-a-half as of Monday, April 22 and need to take driver's ed are eligible to participate in the class that will be held at the school April 22-May 3 (except those students going on the DC Trip). The class will be held Monday-Friday from 2:45-5:45 p.m. with the exception of April 26 and May 1. There is no class on April 26 and class will be held 12:00 noon-6:00 p.m. on May 1. 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.

Awaken Coffee is looking for volunteers for their 6th Annual Yard Sale at Unity Church March 8th & 9th. Volunteer hours count towards JPII Works of Mercy.

With all the sickness that has been going around recently, our supply of tissue boxes has been depleted! If you'd like to make a donation of tissues to the school, please drop them off at the main office. Thank you in advance!

CALENDAR

🗓 Sunday, February 18

Happy Birthday Jasmine Ponce '25 & Fleming Lyon '27!

🗓 Monday, February 19

NO SCHOOL

Happy Birthday Brody Fox '26!

🗓 Tuesday, February 20

Happy Birthday Ms. Thomsen & Cara Edwards '25!

7:30 a.m.

Overall SGA Meeting

2:30-3:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: Science & Social Studies; Study Hall in World Language

-Art Club

-Aviation Club

-Improv Club

🗓 Wednesday, February 21

9:45 a.m.

Mass

2:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: World Language & Theology; Study Hall in Science & Social Studies

-Beach Volleyball Club

-Girls Bible Study in N122

-Quiz Bowl in N114

🗓 Thursday, February 22

7:30 a.m.

SADD Club

2:30-3:30 p.m.

-Academic Enrichment: Math; Study Hall in English

-Battling Bookworm Club

-Crochet Club

-History Day Club

-Ultimate Club

6:30 p.m.

Girls Soccer Scrimmage

🗓 Friday, February 23

Happy Birthday Lucy Getz '24 & Victoria Hatoum '26!

Math Competition at Washington High School

7:30 a.m.

FCA in S108

2:30 p.m.

Karaoke Club

🗓 Saturday, February 24

Happy Birthday Peter Baker '24!

7:00 p.m.

Broadway Night in the PAC

🗓 Sunday, February 25

Happy Birthday Ms. Gilroy, Kaylee Edmison '26, & Jaleeyah Isler '26!

Some of the latest creations in the pottery studio. Mrs. K's "mudbugs" continue to amaze her!

2023-2024 ANNUAL FUND: MAKE A GIFT. CHOOSE YOUR IMPACT.

Thank you to those who have contributed to this year's Annual Fund. Your financial commitment to our school's success can be made at any time and we encourage all families to make an end-of-year contribution today! Contributions to the Annual Fund can be a tax-free cash donation or you can include JPII in your estate planning, stock sales, lifetime gifts, or in-kind gifts. If you have any questions please contact Director of Development Charlie Harvey.

MAKE AN ANNUAL FUND DONATION

A new philanthropic option is to donate stock to JPII. Stockholders often do not redeem stock because of the capital gains tax that would have to be paid. Click/tap the “Donate Stock” button below and you’ll receive a confirmation as soon as the transaction is processed. Should you decide to give again next year, your information is saved.

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Coach Jeff Lebo’s 15th Annual Summer Basketball Camp in Greenville is set for June 24-27 and July 22-25 for boys and girls ages 5-13. Expect lots of fun, fundamentals, and friendship throughout each session. Players can choose half or full day sessions as they hit the hardwood this summer! Visit www.RisingStarsHoops.net for all camp details and take advantage of early registration discounts.

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