NO School Monday October 14 - Teacher In-Service
Monday, October 14 is a Student Holiday and Teacher In-Service Day. We hope your students enjoy the day off; please make plans now since BASP will be closed.
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Parent-Teacher Conferences
Fall Parent/Student Teacher Conferences will take place on
Friday, October 25. These meetings are an opportunity for you to learn more about your student's progress and potential areas of growth. All parents are required to attend the Fall conference with their child present; conferences will be held throughout the day in 15 minute intervals. Email links to reserve your slot(s) on SignUp Genius will be emailed on
Tuesday, October 15 so please be on the look-out.
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Annual Fund- Thank you!
A HUGE thank you to our Prek classes, who are in the lead with the most class participation so far! 30% of our Prek families have donated to the Annual Fund, with Kinder next in line with 21%. Thank you to our littlest Saints for leading the way! Make your gift at
www.jp2.org/give
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ECI Catering
Many families have balances that need to be paid. Payments can be brought to school or parents may
pay online
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StJPII Yearbooks Are On Sale Now!
This year, one yearbook will be distributed per family to the oldest child in the family. For a limited time, the yearbooks are on sale for $25 until
tomorrow, October 9. If you would like to purchase an additional yearbook, please download the order form below and return it with payment.
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What is Happening in the Library this Fall?
Happy October to Everyone! Fall is finally on its way. We think of pumpkins, lattes, and reading in a cozy space. With that in mind, it is time to begin our School Reading Program BOOK IT! from Pizza Hut. It is for students in K through 6th grades from October 1 through the end of March. Please look for more information to come home in the Tuesday Folder with your child. What a great way to spend time at home with a happy result of free dine in pizza for your thirsty readers. Happy Reading! Ms. Lamb
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Carpool Reminders: Please be mindful of your pets
When dropping off and picking up your students from carpool, please ensure that your pets are left at home or secured in your vehicle; this is for their safety as well as our teachers and students working Safety Patrol. Recently, there have been several instances where pets have snipped, bitten, or scared the person opening the vehicle. Carpool line could also be hazardously interrupted if a pet escaped into traffic. We love all of God's creatures and want to keep everyone protected! Thank you for your cooperation.
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Astros Shirts: Wednesday
Students are welcome to wear ASTROS shirts with uniform bottoms tomorrow, Wednesday, October 9. So let's show our Houston pride. Go Astros!
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Love and Logic Class Rescheduled to October 16
Parents of our newest and youngest Saints are asked to attend the upcoming Love and Logic Workshop presented by former Assistant Principal Dan Courtney (who is currently serving as Principal at Christ the Redeemer Catholic School). One or both parents are encouraged to attend the session on
October 16 at 6:30 p.m. in St. Jude Hall. "Be not afraid..." to attend this course, where you will learn about how StJPII develops accountability in our students. You will walk away with a better understanding about how StJPII partners with our parents; and take home some practical tips that will help you stay calm and avoid un-winnable power struggles with our children. Even if you have attended in the past, you are welcome to join us for a refresher.
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StJPII Homecoming Game Rescheduled
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Homecoming: StJPII vs. Western Academy
Come out and show your school pride and cheer our Saints Football team to victory on
Tuesday, October 15 at 4:30 p.m. We are looking forward to seeing our current families and welcoming back alumni for tailgating and Saints Football.
Here are a few important reminders to get you game-ready:
- Tailgating will start at 4:00 p.m. with opening prayer at 4:10 p.m.
- Kick off is at 4:30 p.m. vs. Western Academy - arrive early to reserve your spot
- Tuesday morning the lane closest to the Pavilion will be blocked off for the food trucks
- Satellite parking will be available at Bush Elementary (do not park at Kindercare)
- Bring your tailgate gear and money (for concessions, Special Homecoming Rate for RWTS registrations ($20 only in person only), the PTO Spirit Store, Mingos Latin Kitchen taco truck, and Kona Ice snow cones)
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Run with the Saints (RWTS ) Fall Festival
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The 21st Annual Run with the Saints (RWTS) 5K/KidsK honoring Lauren Lockard is now the "RWTS Fall Festival" which will incorporate the annual 5K/KidsK, Trunk or Treat as the official race day party, and the PTO's pumpkin patch all on one day. The proceeds from this event will directly benefit the Childhood Brain Tumor Foundation and St. John Paul II Catholic School. The festivities will take place on
Saturday morning, October 26. Please remember that families and friends are invited to celebrate with us!
Here is the schedule for the RWTS Fall Festival:
- 8:00 a.m.- Annual Lauren Lockard, Run with the Saints 5K
- 9:00 a.m.- KidsK (Remember KidsK participants can run in costume)
- 9:30 a.m.- Trunk or Treat (Costumes are encouraged/Race Day After Party Begins
- 11:30 a.m. Festival Wrap Up
***8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. PTO Pumpkin Patch, Spirit Store, Food Trucks and Bounce Houses***
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Fall Open House
StJPII school families, please share the
Good News and invite families interested in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade to our Fall Campus Tours and Open House for prospective families on
Tuesday, October 29 from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. (campus tours) or 6:00-7:00 p.m. (open house). Visit the Fall Open House on the
StJPII website to RSVP. For questions, call the front office at 281-496-1500.
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Pumpkin Patch is now at Run with the Saints Fall Festival
The Pumpkin Patch is back again! We will be open in the morning of
October 26, 2019. Please volunteer to help us sell pumpkins at the Pumpkin Patch in the morning of the 21st Annual Run with the Saints from
5:45 a.m. - NOON. It will be located at the school next to the flagpole or under the Pavilion, depending on weather conditions. The Pumpkin Patch is a wonderful StJPII tradition! Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the fun. Thank you in advance for your help!
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Box Tops for Education
The fall contest is officially over...PTO will know our Box Tops House contest winner soon!
If you haven’t already, please download the Box Tops for Education app and start scanning your grocery receipts today.
The PTO will still take the original, unexpired Box Tops so keep clipping.
Great news for those of you who shop for your groceries online... did you know you can submit your email receipts from select retailers to earn Box Tops? All you need to do to earn for StJPII is make sure you have a Box Tops for Education account (you can create one via the Box Tops app or website). Forward your email receipt to
receipts@boxtops4education.com using the email that's associated with your Box Tops for Education account. You will earn credit within 10 business days.
The following email receipts are currently eligible- Instacart, Jet.com, SamsClub.com, Sam's Club Scan & Go, Shipt, Target.com, Target Pick-Up/Drive-Up, Walmart Grocery, Walmart Pay and Walmart.com
Ongoing promotion- Walmart Double Box Tops
Earn an additional Box Top on every Box Tops participating product at Walmart. Purchase by
October 31, 2019.
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Brick Pavers
Support your school garden, purchase a brick paver for your favorite coach. Order your paver by
October 31
to be installed this December.
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SAVE THE DATE - Thursday, October 24 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The DARR Skate party will be held on
Thursday, October 24 from 4:00-6:30 p.m. at the Diary Ashford Roller Rink. It’s a Halloween Costume Party. We will give away gift bags for top 3 costumes and we will have sweet treats and raffle. Please come out and have some fun!!
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Holiday on the Parkway- Save the Date
This year the Holiday on the Parkway craft fair for parents and outside vendors will be held on
Friday, December 6 and
Saturday, December 7. Last year we had over 30 booths that filled the Bramanti Athletic Center! The students and faculty will be able to shop for holiday presents for family and friends on Friday, and parents and students are welcome to shop during the annual Snacks with Santa festivities on Saturday. If you are interested in reserving a table for your business or know someone that may be interested in having a table at the fair, please complete the reservation form located on the
StJPII website and return it to the school office with the booth reservation fee as soon as possible. Space is limited and will be assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please email
Olga Saenz with any questions.
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Men's Retreat Tonight
All dads are invited to the men's retreat tonight, October 8, 6:00-9:00 in St. Jude Hall.
StJPII's Father’s Ministry is designed to focus on strengthening the fathers of our students in faith and love, to help them bring the Catholic faith home to their families, and support the mission of the school. As a father of a child(ren) at the school, you are a member of this Ministry. Our ministry includes retreats, Mass, and other events that enrich and encourage your faith and witness as a man of God, all in the model of St. Joseph.
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Mardi Gras Masquerade Gala
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Sign Up Party: Spotlight Karaoke Party
Calling all 8th Graders!!!! Parents, we hope your kids had a fantastic time in DC! Let’s continue to celebrate their last year at StJPII together!
The 8th Grade Lock-In will be held at Spotlight Karaoke on
Sunday, November 3 from 2:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Singing is not required - only hanging out, laughing, having fun and making memories that last a lifetime!
Remember 100% of the tickets sales goes back to support this wonderful school that has left a hand-print on our children! To sign up your 8th grader, please go to
www.jp2.org/gala, click on the Sign Up Parties icon or select the button below.
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COUNTRY BOOTHS
Please join us at the International Festival! This fun and educational event will celebrate the many cultures that make up our StJPII community. Countries registered to host a booth so far include Peru, Nigeria, Poland, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Philippines Cuba, Colombia, Lebanon, China, Trinidad & Tobago, The Netherlands and Costa Rica & Panama. If you would like to join any of these countries or sign up for a new one, please sign up
HERE. We are also looking for students, parents, teachers and/or staff to present a performance! Performances may include dancing, singing, music, martial arts, or any other cultural representation. If you have any questions please contact
StJPIIInternationalfest@gmail.com.
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Elementary Athletics had a great week! Our little ones have had a strong start to their season, with coaches and parents showing their support and Saints praise for the kiddos! I know we are only 2 weeks into soccer season, but keep in mind Elementary Basketball registration opens up on Acceptiva on
October 22nd!
Parents please help Journalism by submitting your photos to the WHCSA group today! Click on the button below!
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Middle School Athletics is close to finishing up District play! Last week was a light schedule with 8th graders being gone. Soccer is undefeated thus far, Volleyball is rockin their games every week, Cross Country continues to improve and get faster and stronger every week, and Football continues their hard work and perseverance with only a few games left on their schedule! All of the Fall sports teams have pictures coming up in the next week or two so please check the athletic calendar to see when your child's team has their picture date.
*****Basketball tryout's for Middle School will be held on
Monday, October 28
from 3:30-5:30 for the girls and from 5:45-7:00 pm for the boys, and then
Wednesday, October 30
from 2:45 4:45 for the girls and 5:00-6:30 for the boys. Please remember it is a "closed door" tryout and also that you must have a physical on file to tryout!
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Off Season Conditioning with Coach Porth
For: 5th thru 8th Grade --Male Athletes
Purpose: To train young men to be better athletes and put in the work to be successful.
When: Starts Week of October 28.
Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:45 – 4:45 pm
Duration
- October 28 until Christmas Break
- January 7 until Baseball Tryouts (around Feb 1st)
- End of Baseball Season till May
Uniform
- White T-Shirt (School)
- Navy Shorts
- Court Shoes
- Cleats
- Water Bottle
- Warm-up Suit for cold times
- Watch Cap and gloves
Uniform will be purchased through Coach Hewitt, thus team uniformity, cohesion, etc....
Cost - $5 per day, $15 a week, $60 a month – All funds are going towards football budget – (It’s a two for one). You son gets training and there are more funds for football
Format
- Develop entire athlete.
- Warm up
- Circuit calisthenics – Push ups, pull ups etc.
- Agility drill
- Power drills/plyometrics or throws or heavy carry
- Running – Sprints or Endurance or shuttle drill
- 5-minute skill teach
- Sometimes a quick “fun” game that also training (heart rate up).
- Prayer.
Extra details: We will use the REMIND smartphone app for training announcements or cancellations due to weather or illness.
If you are interested in the Off Season Conditioning, please email Coach Porth at
Rporth@jp2.org
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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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