THIS WEEK AT JPII May 14, 2023 This is the last weekly newsletter of the school year. Summer Update emails will start in June. Questions? Email mainoffice@jp2highschool.com. |
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Our JPII community is blessed with amazing moms and grandmothers...we hope you have had a wonderful day of celebrating YOU! |
As we bring the school year to a close, the celebrations to honor the Class of 2023 begin! Baccalaureate Mass will take place at St. Gabriel Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 24 at 6:00 p.m. and Commencement will be held on Friday, May 26 at 7:00 p.m. Weather permitting, Commencement will take place at 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 54 graduates have left their mark on JPII with many accomplishments - some individual and numerous others that were the result of coming together to make this school even better than it was when they arrived. We wish them an abundance of future success wherever God's plan takes them next. Below are the schools they collectively earned acceptances to attend: |
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Anna Maria College Appalachian State University Auburn University Augusta University Barton College Belmont Abbey College Belmont University Campbell University Cape Fear Community College Catawba College Chowan College Christopher Newport University Colorado State University East Carolina University East Tennessee State University Elizabeth City State University Elon University Fayetteville State University Ferrum College Florida Southern College Florida State University Gardner Webb University Geneva College Georgia State University Greensboro College Grove City College Hampden-Sydney College High Point University James Madison University Kansas Wesleyan University Lees-McRae College Lenior-Rhyne University Louisburg College Louisiana State University Mercer University Methodist University Mid-Atlantic Christian University North Carolina A&T University North Carolina Central University North Carolina State University North Carolina Wesleyan University Oberlin College of Arts & Sciences Oxford College of Emory University Pennsylvania State University |
| | Pfeiffer University Pitt Community College Principia College Queens University Radford University Randolph College Roanoke College Southern Virginia University St. Andrews University (NC) St. Mary’s College (Indiana) Temple University Texas Wesleyan University The Citadel Thomas College Towson University UNC-Asheville UNC-Chapel Hill UNC-Charlotte UNC-Greensboro UNC-Pembroke UNC-Wilmington University of Alabama University of Aukland University of Colorado Boulder University of Georgia University of Honolulu University of Indianapolis University of Mississippi University of Montana University of Mount Olive University of New Orleans University of Notre Dame University of San Francisco University of South Carolina University of Tampa University of Wyoming Virginia Military Institute Virginia Wesleyan University Washington & Lee University Western Carolina University William Peace University Wingate University Winston-Salem State University |
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CLASS OF 2023 VALEDICTORIAN AND SALUTATORIAN |
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VALEDICTORIAN Annie Geiger |
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CLASS OF 2024 JUNIOR MARSHALS |
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We look forward to celebrating our students at the Awards Ceremony this Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in the gym. Parents are welcome to attend! |
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Prom is THIS THURSDAY from 8:00-11:00 p.m. at Stokes Family Farm. If you have not yet purchased your tickets, online registration closes at the end of the day on Monday. Tickets are $30 each. |
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OVERALL SGA President Michelle Saucedo-Trinidad Vice President Noah Semanko Secretary Katie Goetz Communications Officer Avery Respess |
| | SENIOR CLASS President Simone Rogers Vice President Allison Smith Secretary Natalie Blaubach Communications Officer Adriana Hasselbach |
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JUNIOR CLASS President Will Wright Vice President Nick Semanko Secretary Ryan Smith Communications Officer Savana Bernal |
| | SOPHOMORE CLASS President Miranda Bagley Vice President Michael Dunn Secretary Hannah Kaoud Communications Officer Evan Allen |
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Our annual Improv Night will be held this Friday, May 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the PAC. This will be a night of laughs in a Whose Line is it Anyway? style of comedy performance by our Improv Club members. Admission is free ($5 donation suggested)! |
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| BASEBALL CONFERENCE HONORS All-Conference Axel Keller, Ray Shaw, Noah Sugg, and JT Williams Honorable Mention Nike Wiggins Coach of The Year Matt Mason Girls soccer honors will be announced on Monday. |
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"A NOTE OF THANKS" FROM MRS. K As the first "season" of pottery comes to an end, I felt it's about time to send out some thanks: - To JPII, for your support of the arts and recognizing the value of a complete education. The pottery studio you equipped is phenomenal. I am honored to set this ship to sail.
- To Mrs. Stanley, for taking a chance on me. This is the most amazing time of my life. I hope to always do you proud.
- To Officer Barrett, yes, Officer Barrett who checks on us daily and loves our kids great big. You sir have been the most amazing and delightful support. You are going to make pottery. The gauntlet is dropped.
- To my mudbugs, thanks for giving my class a spin. Yep, me being corny. You kiddos amazed me. All of you stepped out of your comfort zone and tried and accomplished. Thank you for trusting me to get you to a finish line on projects. Seniors, keep in touch. I send care packages to college kids. I will miss you all so very much. Returning mudbugs, let's have great adventures next year. New mudbugs, I can't wait to meet you and see what we can create.
With Kindness... and always with kindness, Mrs. K |
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PREPARING TO RETURN YOUR MACBOOK All students (including seniors) will need to turn in their MacBooks on Wednesday, May 24 at 12:00 p.m. or Thursday, May 25 at 10:15 a.m. upstairs in the gym. Students who are taking summer classes through PCC and would like to keep their MacBooks should notify Mr. Doug via emailno later than Friday, May 19. 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. While you cannot return it in new condition like it was given to you, please do your best to return it in as close to like-new condition as possible for the next student who will use it. 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. Since the school provided an official Apple power adapter and cable, if you are buying a replacement, it must be official Apple products: 30W USB-C Power Adapter - $39 USB-C Charge Cable (2 m) - $19 If you need to pay the school the replacement cost at the prices above, you can do so either by cash, check, Venmo @JPIICatholic, or by credit card with Mrs. Ershadi. |
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We've been notified that the following students have been selected to participate in the ECU Health VolunTEEN this summer: Madi Blanton, Gabe Call, Michelle Saucedo-Trinidad, Percy Shorter, and Bailey Tyndall. Congrats to all! |
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Applications for the Ronald McDonald House Teen Ambassador Program are due June 30. The Teen Ambassador Program is comprised of a select group of high school students chosen based on academic merit and commitment to volunteering. Ambassadors gain a greater understanding of several aspects of a nonprofit organization and shows them the importance of giving back to the community. Teens commit to a service year from September – May and meet at least once a month at RMHC of Eastern NC. |
SUMMER READING SELECTIONS |
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9th Grade To Kill a Mockingbird Harper Lee |
| | 10th Grade Sir Gawain & The Green Knight J.K.K. Tolkien |
| | 11th Grade Frankenstein Mary W. Shelley |
| | 12th Grade Tortilla Flat John Steinbeck |
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AP English Language The Glass Castle Jeannette Walls |
| | AP English Literature Washington Square Henry James |
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On Friday, senior Lizzie Doban unveiled her first large-scale outdoor sculpture - something she describes as “whimsical and colorful.” After some sketching, she committed to the idea of a key designed as a flower and spent this semester working every day toward her goal. Now that it is complete, it will be entered into competitions this summer. Congratulations Lizzie on bringing this piece to completion and best of luck in the competitions! |
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A few dates and information of note: - Wednesday, May 17 - Academic Awards Day at 10:00 a.m. in the gym
- Thursday, May 18 - Half Day of School & Prom
- Friday, May 19 - Reading Day (students do not report to school)
- Monday, May 22 - 1st & 2nd Period Exams
- Tuesday, May 23 - 3rd & 4th Period Exams
- Wednesday, May 24 - 5th & 6th Period Exams followed by MacBook turn in
- Thursday, May 25 - 7th Period Exam followed by MacBook turn in
Schedule for Exam Days: 8:00-8:05 - Assembly 8:10-9:55 - Exam 9:55-10:10 - Exam Break 10:10-11:50 - Exam (except Thursday) |
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Overall SGA is hosting Field Day after the Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 17. There are seven different activities to choose from and you are asked to sign up for 3 and you will be scheduled for 2 depending on the results (try not to sign up for the same thing twice!). If there is a certain group of people that you would like to be with throughout the day, please list their names in the text box on the form. Seniors who are choosing not to participate are asked to designate that on the form. |
Athletic Trainer Julia Digiacomo will administer concussion baseline testing for student-athletes who would like to go ahead and complete the testing for next school year. Monday, May 15 Wednesday, May 17 3:00 p.m. Upstairs in the Gym BRING YOUR MACBOOK WITH YOU! |
A limited number of yearbooks are available for sale in The Saints Shop for $75 each. |
APPLY FOR THE ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB BOARD The Athletic Booster Club Board of Directors is looking for new members! Parents of rising freshmen and sophomores are especially encouraged to apply to fill several spots. |
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CALENDAR 🗓 Monday, May 15 2:30-3:30 p.m. Tutoring: English; Overflow in S109 3:00 p.m. Concussion Testing Upstairs in the Gym 🗓 Tuesday, May 16 Happy Birthday Caleb Mendiola '25! 8:00 a.m. Boys Soccer Interest Meeting after Assembly 2:30-3:30 p.m. Tutoring: Science & Social Studies; Overflow in N113 🗓 Wednesday, May 17 10:00 a.m. Academic Awards Ceremony 11:30 a.m. Senior Luncheon 2:30-3:30 p.m. Tutoring: World Language & Theology; Overflow in N114 3:00 p.m. Concussion Testing Upstairs in the Gym 🗓 Thursday, May 18 Half Day of School 8:00-11:00 p.m. Prom 🗓 Friday, May 19 Reading Day (No Classes / Teacher Workday) 6:30 p.m. Improv Night 🗓 Saturday, May 20 Happy Birthday Ethan Staton '24! 🗓 Sunday, May 21 Happy Birthday Nike Wiggins '24, Christian Clark '26, and Caleb Rogers '26! 🗓 Monday, May 22 Happy Birthday Ryan Smith '25! 8:10-9:55 a.m. 1st Period Exam 10:10-11:50 a.m. 2nd Period Exam 1:00 p.m. Baccalaureate Mass Practice (Seniors & Junior Marshals) St. Gabriel Catholic Church 🗓 Tuesday, May 23 Happy Birthday Ms. Blanton & Bobby Getz '26! 8:10-9:55 a.m. 3rd Period Exam 10:10-11:50 a.m. 4th Period Exam 12:30 p.m. Graduation Practice (Seniors & Junior Marshals) 6:00 p.m. Senior Student-Athlete Banquet Greenville Country Club 🗓 Wednesday, May 24 Happy Birthday Isabella Calix '26! 8:10-9:55 a.m. 5th Period Exam 10:10-11:50 a.m. 6th Period Exam 12:00 noon MacBook Turn In Upstairs in the Gym 6:00 p.m. Baccalaureate Mass St. Gabriel Catholic Church 🗓 Thursday, May 25 Happy Birthday Lilly Lyon '25! 8:10-9:55 a.m. 7th Period Exam 10:00 a.m. MacBook Turn In Upstairs in the Gym 🗓 Friday, May 26 Exam Makeup Day Final Report Cards Emailed 7:00 p.m. Graduation 🗓 Monday, May 29 School Closed for Memorial Day Happy Birthday Mr. Bowers & Macy Johnson '23 🗓 Tuesday, May 30 Teacher Workday 🗓 Wednesday, May 31 Teacher Workday Happy Birthday Mrs. Burris & Hannah Spong '25 Visit jp2highschool.com/calendar for the most up-to-date school calendar. |
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FOOTBALL SUMMER WORKOUTS June 13-July 27 Tuesdays 6:00-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays 8:00-10:30 a.m. Thursdays 6:00-8:30 p.m. No workouts on July 4 & 5 |
| | BOYS SOCCER SUMMER WORKOUTS Coach Andy will hold an interest meeting on Tuesday, May 16 after assembly for all who are interested in playing boys soccer. Workouts will be held 6:00-7:30 p.m. on the following dates:
June 26
July 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 Tryouts/ practices start August 1:
August 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10 |
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CHEERLEADING SUMMER WORKOUTS Cheerleading will host workouts to learn tryout material June 5-7 and June 15-16 from 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon. Tryouts will be held on June 20 in the gym from 9:00-11:00 a.m. If you plan to attend, please email Mrs. Holley so she can send you additional information. |
| | CROSS COUNTRY SUMMER WORKOUTS Students interested in running cross country in the fall should email Coach Corley. Summer workouts will meet at 5:00 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays each week beginning June 12 with the exception of the last week of June and the first week of July. The plan is to start in the weight room for half an hour then run. |
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| MUSIC LESSONS Would you like to learn an instrument? Do you have an instrument sitting around your house but haven't picked it up since elementary school? Are you interested in participating in the pep band in the winter, but don't currently play an instrument? Ms. Goodman offers instrumental and voice lessons over the summer at the school, including piano. Contact her for rates and scheduling details. You must provide your own instrument (but Ms. Goodman can help you acquire one if needed!) |
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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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