September 29, 2020
School Business
Early Dismissal Tomorrow
Tomorrow, will be our first early dismissal for the 20/21 school year. Pre-K and Kindergarten students will be dismissed at 2:15 p.m., 1st - 5th graders will be dismissed at 2:30 and Middle School will be dismissed at 2:45. We have early dismissal once a month, usually on the last Wednesday of the month, to allow time for monthly faculty meetings. On early dismissal days, students may wear school appropriate blue jeans and a StJPII spirit t-shirt or school sponsored t-shirt.
School Uniform Reminders
Here's a little cheat sheet on the StJPII uniforms. Please right click and save the photos or download the pdf version below.
Important Information Regarding Donating/Purchasing Used Uniforms
Due to COVID-19 used uniform sale will be limited. If you would like to buy or donate used uniforms, please contact Vicky Nehme at vickynehme@gmail.com.
2020-2021 Annual Fund
This year's Annual Fund campaign is focused on our community and how your gifts make an active difference! Donations to the Annual Fund help provide our children with an excellent Catholic education focused on academics and spiritual growth.

Enjoy the video below which features how one of our recent graduates is thriving and making a difference, thanks to the values he learned while at StJPII.
Matching Gifts Opportunity
Many companies in our area match your charitable donations dollar for dollar.  That means you can double the size of your contribution to StJPII! Follow the link below to see a list of companies that have given in the past and check with your HR department to see if they participate in matching gifts. Last year, StJPII received over $75,000 in matching gifts, so corporate funds truly have a tremendous impact on helping us meet our operational goals and sustain our mission.
Friday Mass
Please join us this Friday for our weekly All School Mass at 8:30 a.m. by clicking the link below. Mass will be live-streamed from our All-Saints Chapel. In an effort to maintain the reverent nature of the Mass, please ensure you turn off your video and mute your devices to keep our focus on the altar.
Counselors' Corner
Counselors on the Go
Our StJPII Counselors will present at the St. John Vianney St. Monica's Society meeting on Wednesday, September 30, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The topic is Helping Kids Deal with Anxiety During the Pandemic.

If you would like more information or would like to attend, please email: StMonicasSociety@gmail.com.
Athletics
Middle School & Elementary Athletics
Don’t forget we start Conditioning camps this week starting October 1 and continuing through the month of October!

We will offer the following camps to start, keeping in mind we are allowed to have 2 grade levels at the same time, thus our coaches will facilitate the distance/separation of the athletes on the court/field. Also please remember if you are a Distance Learner you will be able to participate in camps AFTER you return to school.
 
Coed Soccer Conditioning Camp: Cost is $15 per session
All sessions are from 3:30-5:00 pm
  • Starting Thursday October 1 and Friday October 2 - PreK & Kinder
  • Week of Monday October 5 through Thursday October 8 - 1st & 2nd
  • Week of Monday October 12 through Thursday October 15 - 3rd & 4th
  • Week of Monday October 19 through Thursday October 22 - 5th & 6th
  • Week of Monday October 26 through Thursday October 29- 7th & 8th
 
Girls only Volleyball Conditioning Camp: Cost is $15 per session
All sessions are from 3:30-5:00 pm
Starting Thursday October 1st 7 & 8th grade, Friday October 2 - 5th & 6th grade

Weekly schedule beginning October 5 through October 29, Monday through Thursday:
  • Mon & Wed 5th & 6th grade 
  • Tues & Thurs 7th & 8th  

**Please register/pay for your child on the StJPII Athletic website on ACCEPTIVA in accordance with your grade level, i.e. Elementary PreK- 5th, or Middle School 6th-8th, be sure to register under the correct sport/coach.

Also, we are hoping to participate in the WHCSA Basketball program as well. More information will follow as soon as the league decides.
 
*Please note, you may register for up to the full four-day session and your daily COVID screening form is acceptable for your daily screening form for camps.

** Don't forget to turn in your physical prior to Middle School Sport Tryouts, you can download it here!
Spirit Night
Parent Teacher Organization
October PTO Meeting
Please join us for the next virtual PTO meeting to be held on October 7 at 9:30 a.m.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81381730175?pwd=QzNyMUlNdTNIaWJuYkRRUHErSTNRUT09

Meeting ID: 813 8173 0175
Passcode: 173475
It's Time to Turn in Your Box Tops!
Please turn in your Box Tops to your homeroom teacher by Friday, October 9. There will be a surprise for the House that contributes the most Box Tops!

Some friendly contest reminders:
Please make sure your bag or envelope is labeled with your child's name and House or Tuesday shirt color (to assure their House gets credit for the contest).

Please continue to use the "credit" option and type the name of your child's House when scanning your grocery receipts with the digital app. Since Box Tops has gone (mainly) digital the contest results are based on scanning grocery receipts and crediting your child's House.

Which House will win?
Join the Birthday Club
The PTO has a Birthday Club fundraiser that helps you celebrate your child's birthday. Click on the button below to order your birthday t-shirts, school kits, or name on the marquee. Birthday t-shirts can be worn on the actual birthday, except if it falls on Full Dress day. The Birthday Club is now ONLINE! Place your orders today by using the button below.
Give by Shopping
Did you know what we can raise money for our school through everyday shopping by our families? StJPII is once again participating with several vendors to raise money through shopping by our families. Participating companies include Smile Amazon, Kroger, Randall's, Josephine's Day Spa, Box Tops, Brick Pavers, Office Depot/Office Max, Shutterfly.
Go to jp2.org/give-by-shopping for details.
Community Information
StJPII families are invited to participate in the upcoming Toys Fore Kids charity event on Friday, October 30 at The Clubs at Houston Oaks in Hockley. This annual golf tournament helps provide toys for kids receiving treatment at Texas Children's Hospital - West Campus during the holidays. The event includes a golf tournament and an intimate concert and dinner with entertainment by Chris Cagle, Country Music songwriter and singer, and Mike Reno, lead singer of Loverboy Band. In an effort to adhere to social distancing, the golf tournament registration is set for foursomes, and tickets to the charity dinner are sold as tables of 4 or 8. Thank you in advance for your support! For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.bodybalancefoundation.com/golf-fore-kids-registration/ or email toysforekidsgc@gmail.com.
St. John Paul II Catholic School
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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.