2019-2020 Annual Fund Drive
It’s almost time for our Annual Fund Drive! This week at the Parent Nights you’ll hear from one of our families about the importance of our Annual Fund and why they choose to give each year. You will receive a mailer, the week of September 11, our official Annual Fund kickoff.
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Parent Nights Tonight and Thursday
August 27 - PreK, Kindergarten, Middle School Parents
August 29 - 1st-5th Grade Parents
Parents are invited to attend and learn more about StJPII. You will have the opportunity to hear about your child(ren)'s academic year with their teachers in the classrooms. This event begins at 6:00 p.m., and is for parents only, so make plans for your children to stay at home. Please click on the buttons below to preview the agendas for each evening.
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Early Dismissal
Our first early dismissal day is
tomorrow, August 28.
Pre-K and Kindergarten students are dismissed at 2:15 p.m., 1st - 5th graders are dismissed at 2:30, and Middle School is dismissed at 2:45. We have early dismissal once a month, typically on the last Wednesday of the month, to allow time for monthly faculty meetings. Typically on these days, students may wear school appropriate blue jeans and a StJPII spirit t-shirt or school sponsored t-shirt. Please refer to the
Parent/Student Handbook for more guidelines. All early dismissal dates are posted on the school
online calendar .
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Carpool Reminders
Thank you to all parents who are following proper carpool procedures, staying in your cars and following the line to maximize efficiency. Parents please make sure you are using the crossing guards and crosswalks if you use Manderly and Brimhurst walkers. Please do not park across the street at Kindercare and walk your kid across. You must use walkers or the carpool line. This is for everyone's safety.
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Love and Logic Tip of the Week: Chores and School Success
What can we as Love and Logic parents do right now to help our kids enjoy the best academic success? The answer may surprise some of you: Ensure that our kids are contributing to the family by consistently helping with housework, yard work, and other duties.
Kids in the habit of successfully completing chores are far more likely to develop a habit of successfully completing academic assignments.
In one of my books, From Bad Grades to a Great Life, I describe why chores meet an essential human emotional need: The need to feel needed. When we treat our kids like guests in a five-star, all-inclusive resort, their true self-esteem plummets and they develop attitudes of entitlement.
Low self-esteem and entitlement go hand in hand. Both equal low achievement motivation.
To prevent this from happening… or to begin the process of healing… follow Love and Logic’s ABCs for training kids to do chores:
A - Assign every member of your family some meaningful contributions.
Ask yourself, “What am I doing that my kids could do on a regular basis?” Many parents find it helpful to post this list on the refrigerator complete with names next to each contribution.
Caution - Don’t say, “Do it now.” This just creates power struggles. Instead, allow them to have a deadline for each contribution.
B - Be quiet.
Avoid reminding or nagging.
Remember - Kids who have to be nagged into doing their chores are kids who need to be nagged into doing their schoolwork and homework.
C - Consequences preceded by sincere empathy will do the teaching.
When their children refuse to do their chores, forget, or do them haphazardly, many parents find it helpful to complete the chore for their child… and expect their child to repay the time and energy expended to accomplish those contributions.
Sometimes this means doing extra chores for the parent. Sometimes this means staying home or doing without some privilege so that the parent has time to rest and relax. Other times this means paying the parent or a professional to do the job. A memorable example involved a teen who had to pay a maid service to complete her housework contributions.
Remember - Anger and frustration create resentment, while sincere empathy creates responsibility.The key to success hinges on sincere empathy!
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Love and Logic Class in September
Parents of our newest and youngest Saints are asked to attend one of two upcoming Love and Logic Workshops 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 that best fits your schedule:
September 17 at 9:00 a.m. OR 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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After-School Activities
Check the
school calendar
for the schedule. Click on the various links to see club flyers, contact information, and online registration.
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Volunteer Approval Process
We love our volunteers! If you wish to volunteer during the upcoming school year, you must be volunteer approved.
Click here to go to our website for a checklist on how to become volunteer approved. For first time volunteers, you will see that processing the paperwork will take
four to six weeks to complete, so don’t delay! Be sure to turn in
all forms together.
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Calling All 8th Grade Parents- Washington DC Trip Meeting
The 8th grade Washington DC trip is quickly approaching. The 8th grade Washington DC parent meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
September 4 at 6:30 p.m. in St. Jude Hall. We will be discussing this year's trip to Washington, DC, passing out required paperwork, and answering parent questions as we get ready for our 27th trip!
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StJPII Homecoming
All current and former families are invited to our Homecoming football game against Western Academy on
Thursday, September 19 to kick off the school year! Fun and festivities will abound as we cheer our Saints to victory. We’ll have food trucks in the parking lot, so gather your friends and bring your tailgate gear for what promises to be a great new StJPII tradition. Stay tuned to Saints Weekly, Facebook and the website for more details.
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StJPII All- School Reunion Alumni Mass
Are you an alum, parent of an alum, former faculty or staff member? If so, mark your calendars for the All-School reunion Mass on Sunday, September 22. All alumni, past parents and former faculty and staff are invited to attend. Visit StJPII
All-School Reunion Mass web page for more information , including how to RSVP and nominate someone for the Distinguished Alumni Awards. For questions or to RSVP please email
reunion@jp2.org.
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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 mark your calendars and invite your friends and family
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RWTS KidsK
Have you heard the exciting news? All Run with the Saints KidsK participants can run in costume! We are so excited to have all our fall festivities on one GREAT DAY. You won't want to miss out on Trunk or Treat, the pumpkin patch or running with the StJPII community - all to benefit the Brain Tumor Foundation and StJPII.
Register below and email
Kaela Lewis for more information.
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RWTS Volunteers Needed
We also need volunteers to plan and make this the best race yet! Running experience is a bonus, but not required. Please contact RWTS Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator
Jeanne Aertker
for more information on Volunteering or sign up below!
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Mardis Gras Masquerade Gala
Fall and Winter Sign Up Parties are now live!!!
What is a Sign Up Party? Formerly called a Great Gathering, a Sign Up Party is a social event aimed at strengthening our community spirit, where students, teachers, parents and entire families can come together to share fun and unique activities. In the past, Sign Up Parties were offered only in the spring following the gala, but this year, they are being offered throughout the academic year, beginning in September!
Parties to sign up for are:
- Wine Tasting at Total Wine
- 8th Grade Lock-In Karaoke Party
- Christmas Pajama Party at the Little Gym of Memorial
- Kids’ Cooking Class at Maggiano’s
- Dads’ Poker Night at Pine Forest Country Club
So don’t delay and purchase your tickets now! Go to
jp2.org/gala
, scroll to the bottom of the page and click on “Sign Up Parties.” Or click on the mask and/or the button below, look for the “Sign Up Parties & Auction Items” tab on the left and then click on “Sign Up Parties”. Spring events are coming soon!
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September PTO Meeting
Please join us for our first PTO meeting of the year:
Wednesday, September 4 at 8:15 a.m. The PTO meets in St. Jude Hall and would love to see you there! The first meeting will introduce the executive board, committee chairs, and you will get the opportunity to hear from a member of the administration. Stop by and hear about the fun activities planned for the year ahead! Be not afraid…to join the PTO!Questions about PTO? Contact PTO President Andrea Dvorachek for information:
pto@jp2.org.
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PTO Spirit Store- Spotlight Item of the Month
PTO has the BEST seats in the House! Show your School Spirit and sit in comfort at the StJPII Homecoming game on September 19. Purchase your stadium seat online on the StJPII website. This item is now on sale for only $35!
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Russo's Pizza Night
Russo’s Spirit night is back! Check Tuesday Folders for the flyer- Russo’s Spirit Night will be
tomorrow, August 28
. The participating location is Russo’s at 13346 Briar Forest Dr. Suite #100, Houston, TX 77077 (in the LA Fitness retail center). Give your kitchen a break on while helping StJPII!
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Box Tops for Education is going Digital
Box Tops for Education is going digital! Please download the app (search Box Tops for Education) and start scanning your grocery receipts. The app is fun and easy to use! PTO will still take the original, unexpired Box Tops. Our fall contest runs September 20 through October 4. The Box Top program helps StJPII raise money to purchase items from the school's wish list. Happy Clipping and Scanning!!!
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St. Katharine Drexel Society (Mom's Club)
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St. Katharine Drexel Society Ladies Retreat
Save the Date for the first St. Katharine Drexel Society Ladies Retreat of the school year on Thursday, September 5 at 5:30 p.m. in St. Jude Hall. For more information about St. Katharine Drexel Society or the Ladies retreat, please email Edith Hernandez at
edee_san@yahoo.com.
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Dads Club
Save the Date for the first Faith & Ale of the school year on Tuesday, September 10 at 6:00 p.m. at Watson's House of Ales. For more information about Dads Club or Faith & Ale, please email Dr. Weinman at
dads@jp2.org.
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Dads Basketball
StJPII dads play men's basketball on
Wednesday Nights
in the gym at 7:00 p.m. Please contact Mark Gugliotti to be added to the distribution list and for more information:
markgoogs@att.net
or 832-301-1681. Everyone is welcome. It's a fun way to meet other dads and get some great exercise!
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2020 StJPII INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL- CALLING ORGANIZERS
We are thrilled to announce the 2020 StJPII's International Festival, which will be held on Friday, January 24 in the BAC. We are excited to celebrate the many nationalities in our school. The International Festival will be a fun and educational experience for our entire community.
We are currently looking for International Festival Committee Chairs. If you are interested in becoming a Committee Chair, please sing up
HERE
. Opportunities include: Country Booths, Performances, Sponsors, Communications, Treasury, Logistics, Decorations, Setup & Cleanup, Hospitality, Passports & Programs and Photography. Orientation meeting and selection of committees will be held on
Thursday, August 29 at 8:15 a.m. in St. Jude Hall.
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Elementary WHCSA Soccer is up and running! We are finalizing teams and scheduling practice times so please be on the lookout for emails from Coach Hewitt. Also, if you have taken Virtus/CMGConnect Training, please remember to submit ALL paperwork from the StJPII website.
CLICK HERE
to download the checklist and required paperwork to be sure you are volunteer approved.
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All Fall Sports are officially up and running! Our teams have been picked and practices and games are on the Athletic Calendar, so please come out and support our Fall sports teams! We are excited to start the season and we look forward to seeing our SAINTS community cheering us on!
GO SAINTS!
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Middle School Students join Strake for Math+
The Math+ program includes 6 courses. Each Math+ course focuses on one major idea based on key concepts included in Stanford University’s introductory math sequence. This Fall’s course will focus on Probability – a mathematical concept that has both practical relevance and important mathematical applications. For more information on this course, click
here. Families interested in registering can sign-up at
www.RedwoodPrep.com.
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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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