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Dear St. John Paul II Families,
So many things to be grateful for...
- Last week, the administration and counselors were able to share lunch with our new students and welcome them officially to our Saints family!
- A huge thank you to all of you for your attendance and participation in two wonderful Parent Nights! I hope you were able to learn more about the upcoming year for your child, the growth we are anticipating this year, and where we are headed in "Forming Families of Disciples" by daily committing to living out our mission.
- It was wonderful to see many parents come to share in our first bilingual rosary yesterday in our All Saints Chapel and I look forward to more opportunities in the near future.
- A last thank you...thank you for your patience with rainy day carpool, please know we understand the inconvenience and we are always mindful to make decisions according to the safety of our students as timely as possible.
Have a blessed week,
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Forming
Families
of Disciples
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Ms. Ickert got married this summer to her husband, Michael Cruthirds. Both Ms. Ickert and her husband are teachers and love helping their students learn! Mr. Cruthirds is a band director at Stafford High School and Ms. Ickert is an academic language therapist here in the Stretch program. They know that part of their married vocation is to help serve others, and feel called to help those within their schools, their own communities, and also the students at Mission Starfish Haiti (MSH). They took a trip to Haiti in March of 2015 and Mr. Cruthirds taught the students music, while Ms. Ickert taught them English. They were unable to take a trip in 2016, so they created a Go Fund me page and asked their wedding guests to prayerfully consider donating to MSH, rather than buying them a wedding present. As a result, they were able to donate a little over $3,000 to help the children! They sponsor two children pictured here, (Abed Negaud & Levonise, 5th and 2nd grade brother and sister), by paying for their education. They are hoping to take a trip in 2017 and see all the children they love so dearly. If you are interested in learning more about MSH or how to sponsor a child, please email Ms. Ickert. She would love to hear from you!
We want to tell your family's discipleship story!
Or highlight your team/club!
Send an email to advancement@jp2.org
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Sync Your Phone with the School Calendar
Did you know that you can add StJPII's calendar to your cell phone? Imagine never missing an important date again and always staying current with school events! We are here to help - open the attached instructions to sync your device today.
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Parent Portal App - 1st-8th Grade
Wouldn't it be great if you could access the Parent Portal on your cell phone? Well, you can!
Search for the ParentPlus Portal app in your phone's App Store. It is easiest to find with the keyword "Rediker". Then just d
ownload the app and when asked to enter your school name, put in "JP2". It's that easy! Contact Mary Raymond for more information.
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Annual Fund - Company Matching
Did you know that last year StJPII received close to $70,000 in matching gift funds from various companies like Shell, BP, ConocoPhillips, Phillips 66 and Wells Fargo? Even though our official Annual Fund Drive has yet to kick-off, for some of our families, now may be the time to take advantage of your employer's corporate matching program. Your gift to StJPII's Annual Fund makes a difference and helps us fulfill our Mission. Our Annual Fund Drive will begin next month, so in the meantime, please find out if you can double or triple your donation through a matching gift program. We are incredibly grateful for our families who dedicate these funds to our school. For more information please contact the Development Department.
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Afternoon Carpool Reminder - Orange Tags
Our 3:00 / 3:15 / 3:30 staggered afternoon dismissal times help us clear our campus safely and efficiently. Parents picking up middle school students (orange tags) should join the Parkway Plaza line after the green line ends OR at 3:30 - whichever is later.
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Wednesday Morning Mass in Chapel
Starting tomorrow, we will offer an optional daily Mass every Wednesday morning before school. We hope you can join us for Mass tomorrow in the All Saints Chapel at 7:10 a.m., celebrated by Campus Chaplain Fr. Shelly. Parents, students and staff are all welcome to attend. Mass will end in time for students to get to class. If you can't make it tomorrow, please try to attend in the future - it's a great way to start your day!
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5th Grade Field Trip to Camp Allen
Remember that the deadline to return the forms that were sent home and your first payment are due TODAY, Tuesday, September 13. Also, please mark your calendars for a brief mandatory meeting on Monday, October 17 at 8:15 a.m. to discuss details for the trip to Camp Allen in Navasota, TX which will occur on November 14-16, 2016.
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Individual Pictures
Individual Picture Day is this Thursday, September 15. Students must wear their FULL DRESS UNIFORMS. This is a PRE-PAY picture and order forms should have already been turned in to your child's homeroom teacher. These photos are used for the yearbook, so everyone will have their picture taken.
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Fr. Scott Blick Returns to Campus
Our former Campus Chaplain Fr. Scott Blick will return to campus on Friday, September 23 to celebrate our all-school Mass. While this is certainly not "good-bye" because he plans to visit often, we have some special things planned to honor him for his service and wish him well in his new role at St. John XXIII College Preparatory in Katy. After Mass, you are welcome to stay for a casual appreciation reception so you can thank him personally.
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Love and Logic Parent Workshop
Parents of our newest and youngest Saints in Pre-K and Kindergarten are asked to attend one of two upcoming Love and Logic Workshops presented by Assistant Principal
Dan Courtney
. One or both parents are asked to attend the session that best fits your schedule:
September 27 at 8:30 a.m.
or
September 29 at 7:00 p.m.
in St. Jude Hall. If you didn't get a chance to sign up at Parent Night, please email Mr. Courtney
with the date you will attend and the number of participants.
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Challenge and Conquest
Please join Challenge and Conquest this Thursday, September 15 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. at Main Event on I-10 near Hwy 99 in Katy. For $20, your son or daughter will receive 1 hour of bowling, 1 game of laser tag, 2 slices of pizza, a drink, and a $10 game card to use on whatever games he/she wishes to play. Pay when you arrive. If you have any questions, please contact Mark Mills.
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Daisy Troop for Kindergarten Girls
A new Daisy Troop (early Girl Scouts) is forming especially for Kindergarten girls. Daisies will make new friends, earn petal badges, explore nature, and learn how to make a difference in our community as part of the troop. I
f you are interested in your daughter participating this fall, please contact:
Julia Hillier
or
Tara Rafter.
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Study Skills Parent Workshop
Parents of students in 3rd-8th Grade (and new parents!) are encouraged to join us Thursday, September 22 for StJPII's Study Skills Workshop. We will discuss the important strategies your children are learning and how you can help them be the best learners they an be. Click here for more information. RSVP by email to Librarian
Mrs. Lamb
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BOOK IT Reading Program
Fall is nearly upon us and our BOOK IT! Reading Program will begin soon. What is "BOOK IT!"? This is our school reading program sponsored by Pizza Hut for students from K - 6th grade for reading at least 20 minutes a day outside of school from October through March. A parent letter about the program will be coming home to you very soon. For students who fulfill the requirements each month, there is a coupon for a free personal pizza. Reading, Fun, and Pizza - a great combination for successful students! For more information, please contact Librarian Sherry Lamb.
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StJPII Volunteer Opportunities
“Whom shall I send, and who will go for Us?” Then I said, “Here am I. Send me! ” Isaiah 6:8
Have you ever wondered how to volunteer at StJPII? Looking for that opportunity that fits your schedule to serve our students and their families? Click here for a packet of information about our PTO Volunteer Opportunities. Please email the contact person listed to get involved. There is something for everyone!
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Earn a Homework Pass with Box Tops
Take advantage of the HEB Box Tops promotion going on now through September 20 and your student will earn a ONE TIME HOMEWORK PASS. Click here for all the details! Email
Amber Gruen for more information.
Find coupons and a complete list of Box Tops for Education products at www.btfe.com.
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West Houston Christian Sports Association (referred to as "WHCSA") is our elementary sports league.
UPDATE:
WCHSA has moved the date for the first soccer games to Saturday, September 24. This is great news because gives us some extra time to practice! Coaches will meet with the league on September 22 to get schedules. We will still have the 8 games for the season. Uniforms will be distributed later this week during your practice. If you have any questions, please email Deanne Gordon.
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Cross Country had another great meet on Saturday. The girls' 5th, 6th, and 7th grade team came in 2nd place, while the 5th, 6th, and 7th grade boys came in 6th place.
All of our runners had some great finish spots!
Football had another tough loss in their game against St. Vincent de Paul last Thursday, yet continue to strive to improve, and look towards their next game against St Cecilia tomorrow September 14.
Soccer "kicked off" their District play with great wins against St. Laurence! Varsity readily won 6-2, while JV had a shutout 5-0!
Volleyball played St. Laurence as well, with Varsity & JV suffering losses, while the 6th grade team ended in a tie.
All in all, our Saints showed great determination and hard work as we look forward to a great Fall season! Please remember to check the school calendar for all of our athletic games.
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Middle School Basketball Open Gym
Coach Hewitt will hold Open Gym for Middle School girls and boys 10:00-11:30 a.m. on September 24, October 15, and October 22 in the BAC.
No fee, and no sign up required, just show up and play!
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Sports Equipment Donation Update - Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who donated gently used sports items last week. In total, 181 items were donated. Coach Ade will distribute these items in November to kids who lack these luxuries. Thank you for your generosity and your support of this project.
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St. Agnes Field Hockey Clinic
St. Agnes Academy is offering a free beginners Field Hockey Clinic for 5th - 8th grade girls on September 24. Click here for more information.
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St. Thomas Cheer Clinic
St. Thomas High school is offering a cheer-leading clinic for children ages 8-14 on September 24, which includes a performance at their homecoming game later this season. Click
here
for more information.
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9/13 5th Grade Camp Allen paperwork due
9/13 MS Soccer away at St. Thomas More 4:30 p.m.
9/13 8th Grade Parent Meeting 6:30 p.m., SJH
9/13 Board Meeting 7:00 p.m.
9/14 Daily Mass 7:10 a.m., All Saints Chapel
9/14 MS Volleyball Home vs. St. Cecilia 4:30 p.m.
9/14 MS Football Away at St. Cecilia 5:00 p.m.
9/14 Dad's Basketball 8:00 p.m., BAC
9/15 Individual Pictures - FULL DRESS UNIFORM
9/15 MS Soccer Home vs. St. Cecilia 4:30 p.m.
9/15 MS Cross Country St. Agnes September Sizzler 4:30 p.m.
9/16 & 9/17 MS Volleyball HCHS Tourney
9/16 All School Mass 8:30 a.m., GSC
9/16 PTO Student Book Club during lunch
9/17 MS Cross Country SBS Soaring Eagle Race 9:30 a.m.
9/19 MS Volleyball away at St. Vincent de Paul 4:30 p.m.
9/20 MS Soccer away at St. Vincent de Paul 4:30 p.m.
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St. John Paul II Catholic School
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1400 Parkway Plaza,
Houston, TX 77077
281-496-1500 •
281-496-2943 (fax)
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St. John Paul II Catholic School prepares all students spiritually
and academically to succeed in life and to do God's will.
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