Staying up to date with JPII
JPII Students Celebrate Inauguration Day

Our students joined the nation in watching the Inauguration Day ceremonies for President Joe Biden and had some fun with Uncle Sam crafts.
New Board Members
Please join us in welcoming incoming 2021 Board Members: Nicole Goss, Joe McCaffrey, Randy Raifsnider, Dr. Rudy Ruth, and Turie Sotzin. And our sincere thanks to Ginny Close for her seven years of service and dedication to JPII as a board member.
Nicole Goss
EnerSys
Joe McCaffrey
Boscov's
Randy Raifsnider
Herbein + Company
Dr. Rudy Ruth
Holleran Center, Alvernia
Turie Sotzin
Mid Penn Bank
Teacher Excellence Endowment Fund
Planned gifts are very personal. They come from the heart and provide donors with the opportunity to create their lasting legacy. While these gifts are often made as bequests, it is possible to provide a planned gift today so you can see its immediate impact.

At the end of 2020, one couple - who wishes to remain anonymous - did just that by creating the John Paul II Center (JPII) Teacher Excellence Endowment Fund through the Catholic Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania. This fund provides annual honorariums that recognize the outstanding work and tireless effort performed by all Diocesan classroom teachers and teacher aides in JPII’s school-age program.
Join John Paul II Center (JPII) this June for our socially distant Legacy Gala outdoors at our new location - FirstEnergy Stadium! Throughout the night we will celebrate the resilience of our students, adult, and staff over the past year and share our gratitude for those who made it possible for us to do so.
 
During the event, we will present our Halo Award to Brad and Sharon White for their tireless support and commitment to the individuals and programs at JPII. In addition, we will recognize Priscilla Plucinsky with our Peggy’s Legacy of Faith Award for her volunteerism.
 
The support we received during last year’s virtual event benefited our students and adults in many ways. We increased our scholarships to our families, and we were able to quickly transition to virtual learning through the purchase of updated technology. Your support this year will ensure that we continue to be available to support our students and adults when they need us the most.
 
Stay tuned for more details on how you can join us at the ballpark as we celebrate JPII students and adults! Contact Melissah Jablonski at mjablonski@johnpauliicenter.org or 610-777-0605 for more information.
Help Out YOUR Way
Donation Options:
Set up a one-time donation to help the students and adults at JPII.
Help on a monthly basis by setting up a recurring donation.
A gift to JPII’s endowment becomes a forever gift for future generations of students and adults.
There is an understanding that giving is both a reflection of the best parts of who we are and the key to the most important work we will accomplish as neighbors and communities.

John Paul II Center is able to care for and teach our incredible students and adults because of the support we receive from our community. In an effort to make giving as secure and convenient as possible, we now provide a number of ways to help fund JPII’s mission. Simply choose which form of giving suits you best. And if you need assistance, remember, we're just a phone call away.

Phone: 610-777-0605
Individual & Business Tax Credit Program Creates Scholarships
More than half of JPII students rely on scholarships to be able to attend our school. Many of their families are at or below the poverty level, so these scholarships make all the difference in not only their lives, but also in the lives of their families. Unfortunately, the demand for financial aid far exceeds the resources available.  The good news is that the Special Purpose Entity (SPE) tax credit program is a game changer for our school.

SPE is a tax credit program available through the Eastern Pennsylvania Scholarship Foundation (EPSF). Both individuals and businesses can participate in this program. JPII WINS with needed scholarship money. YOU WIN with a 90% tax credit and the satisfaction of knowing you are helping a Catholic school community that works tirelessly teaching children with special needs.
Contact Melissah Jablonski at mjablonski@johnpauliicenter.org or 610-777-0605 for more information.
Book Orders

Place your book orders today! Mrs. Berkhammer will be notified and can arrange for a pickup. If you have questions, please contact her here.

  1. First Time Ordering Online? Go to the Scholastic website.
  2. Click on Connect to your Teacher
  3. Enter our one-time Class Activation Code (HG6HC).
  4. Shop and submit your child's book order.
  5. Your books will be delivered directly to the classroom.  

Orders are due by February 16!
John Paul II Center for Special Learning | 1092 Welsh Road, Shillington, PA 19607
johnpauliicenter.org | 610-777-0605
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