January 9, 2024

Dear Saint families,

Happy New Year! I pray that you had a blessed Christmas. We are heading into our second semester and it will be filled with learning and many upcoming exciting community events, including the Haute in Havana Gala, which is only a month away!

The monthly virtue we are studying in January is Fidelity, which is being faithful to promises and commitments. This is perfect timing and relevant as we set goals and resolutions for the new year! 

A new goal of ours is to spotlight information in a new “Did You Know” section of the Saints Weekly.  While I understand that this newsletter can be long, it is our most important method of communication, and we thank you for making every effort to read the information given. In this new section, we will share tidbits to help you learn more about the blessings of a StJPII Catholic education. As a big and vibrant school with various programs for different ages, we're thrilled to share facts, clarify potential hearsay, and highlight the inner workings and successes that make StJPII uniquely special for our community.

Stay tuned for all the detailed events that we have planned for celebrating Catholic Schools Week later this month. I pray you all have a  Happy New Year and are ready to experience bountiful blessings in 2024.

Principal

All StJPII teachers have earned or are earning their Catechist Certification, encompassing 90-150 hours of dedicated Catholic faith formation. This certification is just another visible expression of our faculty's deep love for the Lord and their commitment to the Catholic faith, so that together we may bring StJPII students closer to Jesus.

All School Mass Friday

We will have All School Mass Friday, January 12. Students should wear their full-dress uniforms. There will be an optional daily Mass before school on Wednesday, January 10, in the Chapel at 7:10 a.m.

Dad's Retreat

January 9, 2024

St. Jude Hall

Mom's Retreat

January 17, 2024

All Saints Chapel

*Click on the button below for more Faith Focus information. You can find the monthly virtue, Saints of the month, and service projects.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

StJPII will be closed on Monday, January 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Cafeteria Technology Issues

Your ECI student lunch account may reflect that your student was charged twice on the same day. The cafeteria computers have been experiencing some technical difficulties. Thank you for your patience as we fix this issue.

Talent on the Plaza 2024

The Student Council is proud to host our annual showcase, Talent on the Plaza, during Catholic Schools Week. The show will take place on Friday, February 2nd. Students in Grades 4-8 will have the opportunity to receive permission slips now because they will be due quickly once we return from Christmas break. If your 4th-8th grader would like to participate in Talent on the Plaza, please print and return a permission slip to Ms. Fama before Friday, January 12th. Students may also see Ms. Fama directly for permission forms.

If you have any additional questions regarding the show or the audition process, please contact Ms. Fama at jfama@jp2.org.

Thank you!

Ms. Fama and STUCO

Lost and Found

If you recognize any of these jackets, please have your child see Mrs. Kim, at the front office, to claim. Thank you!

7th Grade Parent Meeting

There will be a meeting for current 7th grade parents on Monday, January 22 at 6:00 p.m. in St. Jude Hall to prepare for the 8th grade year, including information on the Washington DC trip in the fall and graduation. We ask that at least one parent from each family please attend this important meeting.

8th Grade Yearbook Recognition Ad

Want to give your Class of 2024 graduate something to commemorate their time at StJPII? Order an 8th grade Yearbook ad for your graduate. Flyers will be sent home in students’ weekly folders. Payments and ad design will be completed through Jostens's website. You will be able to design your own ad by selecting a template and adding your own pictures and message.



A pdf version of the flyer can also be accessed via the link below. The deadline for orders is Friday, February 2, 2024! Thank you for honoring your 2024 8th grade graduate and supporting The Spirit Yearbook! Questions? Contact Mrs. Abad at kabad@jp2.org.  

Nails, Tails, and Tennies - 1/18

Please support our 8th grade fundraiser by purchasing a pass for $6 to wear nail polish, untucked shirts, and any color tennis shoes on January 18. *Nail polish may be worn on 1/19 as well. Click the button below to buy your pass. 



All proceeds go towards the 8th grade class.

Steps for Students

Sign up TODAY! The race will take place on the morning of February 10, 2024. Click on the button below to register.

32 days until the Haute in Havana Gala



Over 400 tickets have already been sold!!

Buy your tickets today before the event sells out!

Let The Party Continue

Plan to stay at the Omni Riverway after the Haute in Havana Gala. Join in on the StJPII room block. The room block closes TOMORROW! Click on the link below to purchase before time runs out.

Spirit Store

Start the year with some BLING! Stay warm and cozy with a Bernie plushie and a snuggly school logo blanket! Orders will be sent home with your youngest Saint through their homeroom.

Spirit Night at Russo’s

Please join us for school Spirit Night at Russo’s NY Pizzeria on Wednesday, January 10th. Russo’s is located at 13346 Briar Forest Drive #100; 281-497-9800. All orders whether dine in or delivery count all day. Just let them know you are from StJPII! Russo’s has a delicious menu that includes salads, pasta, sandwiches and pizzas.

The Birthday Club - Celebrate Your Child’s Special Day!

 The Birthday Club is taking orders for January Birthdays or any other month! (T-shirt, Squeezies, Marquee). Place your orders now and let the celebration begin with us! Thanks for supporting the PTO.

Save the Date: Fun In the Sun (FITS)

Fun In the Sun is the annual end of year PTO Fundraiser which is exactly as the name implies. It’s a day of fun for all the students during a regular school day. More information will be coming, but make sure to mark your calendars! Sponsors are still needed for the day. Email fits@jp2.org for more information!

Elementary Athletics

Elementary teams are ready to go as well! Practices are up and running and games start in the next few weeks! We are looking forward to another great season of WHCSA basketball!

Middle School Athletics

Middle School basketball is in full swing! Please check out the Athletic calendar and come out and support our teams and see some GREAT basketball talent by both our girls and boys teams! 

Mark your calendars!

Middle School Girls Softball Tryout Information:

Middle School girls Softball tryouts will be held WEDNESDAY 1/24 and THURSDAY 1/25 at MAGSA from 4:00-5:30 pm, and then we are adding a 3rd day of tryouts on Friday 1/26 at D-Bats 4310 Brittmoore in Katy. Athletes are required to attend all 3 days of tryouts, if unable to attend all 3 days, you will be evaluated on the days you attend.

Parents are responsible for picking up your children at school dismissal and bringing them to MAGSA field and/or D-Bats. Please have all of your equipment and water. Also, remember ALL MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS TRYOUTS are "closed door" to parents. You can find all of this information on the Athletic calendar.

Share Your Basketball Photos

We love to see your photos of our saints in action! If you get a great shot at practice or a game, please share with StJPII! Your photo(s) may be featured on social media or in The Spirit yearbook. Please upload them directly using the button below.

After School Activities

Check the school calendar for the spring semester schedule.

Click on the various links to see club flyers, contact information, and online registration.

• Robotics  (K-5th) - register online with American Robotics Academy