Adoration/Benediction and Rosary
In lieu of All-School Mass this Friday, February 11 (Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes), we will participate in the sacred Catholic ritual of Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction. During Adoration, we will pray the Sorrowful Mysteries of the Most Holy Rosary. Even though our littlest saints in PreK and Kindergarten will not participate, all students are to wear full dress uniforms.
Special thanks in advance to our Middle School Chorale for leading the student body in singing two Latin hymns, O Salutauris Hostia and Tantum Ergo, both which were written by St. Thomas Aquinas. Catholics around the world have been using these same hymns for Eucharistic Adoration for hundreds of years. Our students have been learning about this beautiful Catholic tradition all week and parents are welcome to attend. Just like a regular Mass, the devotion will take place in the BAC/GSC from 8:30-9:30 a.m. There will be optional daily Mass before school on Wednesday, February 9 in the Chapel at 7:10 a.m.
History of Our Lady of Lourdes
In 1858 the immaculate Virgin Mary appeared to Bernadette Soubirous, near Lourdes in France, in the cavern called “de Massabielle.” Through this poor, fourteen-year-old girl, Mary calls on sinners to change their lives. She has inspired in the Church a great love of prayer and good works, especially in the service of the poor and the sick.
|
|
National Junior Honor Society Induction
NJHS Induction will take place following the Adoration/Rosary this Friday, February 11. Parents are welcome at this event.
|
|
Mom's Club
Our next Mom's Club meeting will be Tuesday, February 22 at 7:45 a.m. in St. Jude Hall. More details to come!
|
|
Tuition Invoices for 2022-2023
Your tuition invoices for the school year 2022-23 should be in your youngest student's Tuesday folder. If you need a tuition invoice, please contact the Business Office.
Please note:
- If you would like to start making payments towards the 2022-23 tuition, please send your checks to the Business Office with your family ID#.
- $100 a week late fee will be applied for TUITION received after 3:00 p.m. on April 29, 2022.
- Tuition Loans and Tuition Assistance applications are available under the Admissions tab on our website.
- Due date for Tuition Loans is on March 31, 2022.
- Due date for Tuition Assistance is on February 14, 2022 to be considered in the first round
|
|
Upcoming Important Dates
February 14- StJPII will observe St. Valentine's Day. Students may wear red or pink shirts with uniform bottoms.
February 21- Student Holiday in observance of Presidents' Day
February 22- Early Dismissal (2:15/2:30/2:45 p.m.)
February 25- StJPII will observe Go Texan Day. Students may wear western-style rodeo attire (please leave your spurs, whips, guns and handcuffs at home). "Go Texan" attire can be as simple as jeans, a t-shirt or western shirt, with boots. Cowboy hats are allowed. If you choose not to dress "Texan", then students may wear a spirit shirt with their uniform bottoms (this is NOT a free dress day). Please follow the general dress code guidelines which are noted in the Student Handbook.
|
|
8th Grade Yearbook Ad Reminder/LAST CALL
This week is the last week to order yearbook ads for your 8th grader. If you haven't ordered yet, a pdf version of the order form packet can be accessed via the button below. Orders placed this week are an additional $20 since the early bird order date has passed.
REMINDER: If you have already ordered an ad for your 8th grader, the images and message are due by Sunday, February 13. Orders place through Balfour can have images and the message submitted through the Balfour site. Ad materials may also be submitted via USB thumb drive sent to school or electronically via Dropbox (email Dr. Hiltbrand for link).
Thank you for honoring your 2022 8th grade Graduate and supporting The Spirit Yearbook! Questions? Contact Dr. Hiltbrand at sehiltbrand@jp2.org.
|
|
Steps for Students
There is still time to register and participate for the Steps for Students Race. Come out and support StJPII on February 12, 2022 in downtown Houston at the Steps for Students 5K. This run/walking event is to raise awareness and support for Catholic Education. If you register today or anytime before Saturday, you can pick up your t-shirt and race packet at:
Chancery at St. Dominic Center
2403 Holcombe Blvd., Houston, Tx. 77021
February 10-11, from 12 noon to 7:00 pm
*Please bring your registration confirmation email with you to make your pickup quick and easy.
*Any student who registers gets a free shoe pass and a chance to win P.E. Teacher for the Day!*
**Registered racers will receive their Race Bibs and t-shirts this week **
Race Day Information
Participants, please plan to stop by our StJPII tent on Saturday morning to get a special treat from Mrs. Bogard. Please wear your race shirt or your StJPII attire. The Catholic School Village opens at 6:30 a.m. Judging will take place between 7:15 a.m. and 7:45 a.m. Winners will be announced at the 9:00 a.m. Post-Race Party. We can't wait to see you there!
|
|
Crawfish Boil - Save the Date April 1, 2022
Plans are already underway for our 6th Annual Saints @ Sunset Crawfish Boil! Mark your calendars for the evening of Friday, April 1, here on campus. We had over 800 people attend in 2019, and we are so excited to bring back this awesome tradition in 2022!
If you would like to volunteer, send an email to Communications@jp2.org. We are also looking for corporate sponsors! If your business is interested in helping sponsor the event and receiving advertising and promotion opportunities, please contact Communications and Events Officer, Lauren Gerland. Tickets will go on sale in March! Laissez le bon temps rouler!
|
|
|
Thank you Chick-fil-A
StJPII would like to give a huge shout out and thank you to our neighborhood Chick-fil-A for providing all of the yummy food for our Father Daughter Dance this past Saturday. Make sure you are planning to stop by our neighb0rhood Chick-fil-A on Tuesday, February 22 for our next Spirit Night to show your support for StJPII and Chick-fil-A.
|
|
Spring Semester Art Club
It is now time for students to join Art Clubs for the Spring Semester. These are after school clubs open to boys or girls who enjoy making a variety of challenging creative art projects. Click the buttons below for more information and to sign up.
|
|
Ticket sales have now closed! Even if you are not attending, you can still participate by attending sign up parties and by bidding on Big Board items! Be on the lookout next week for a full list of our amazing auction items! |
|
 |
Eighth Grade Parent Happy Hour
Saturday, February 19, 2022
8th Grade Parents, your babies are about to blow this joint (and what a ride it has been!). Get your glad rags on, and let's get together and celebrate (and commiserate)! This wingding is sure to be swell with wine tasting and small bites, so don't miss this –it’s gonna be a doozy!
|
|
|
|
Mardi Grad Breakfast
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Kick off Shrove Tuesday with a belly full of pancakes and a Mardi Gras themed celebration! Students are invited to join our Admin team for breakfast before school! We will serve up a pancake bar with lots of toppings! Laissez les bons temps rouler!
Open to all current StJPII students and faculty. Please be sure to drop off no later than 7:30am so we don't disrupt carpool. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door. All those who purchase a ticket may wear a purple, green, or gold top with their uniform bottom on this day!
|
|
|
|
|
Louisiana Crawfish Boil
Saturday, April 30, 2022
Calling all StJPII Families to join in an authentic Louisiana Crawfish Boil! There will be plenty of fresh, piping hot crawfish and all the fixings, with a sack boiled every hour on location. Kids can swim in the pool and enjoy hot dogs when hungry. Beer and water will be provided throughout the afternoon. You can’t get a better offer west of the Mississippi! Feel free to come at 1pm and stay the whole time or feel free to come and go as you please. Attendees may bring a side dish or dessert.sources.
|
|
|
|
PreK and Kinder Easter Egg Hunt
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Calling all PreK and Kinder friends! Some bunny has lost his eggs and needs your help to find them! Your teachers and hosts have planned an eggs-stra fun afternoon filled with activities and crafts—and of course, an Easter egg hunt! Join your friends immediately after school on Holy Thursday (early dismissal day) for a hoppin’ time! Lunch will be provided. Parents, please pick up your little ones as you would in carpool after the party.
|
|
|
|
*You do not have to attend the Speakeasy Soiree Gala
to attend a signup party*
|
|
If you can can give an hour while at the gala, it would make all the difference. If you are not attending, but can volunteer, we would appreciate your assistance. You can volunteer for one shift or for the entire night. We cannot do it without you, and you will have fun too! Thank you for your time, energy, and dedication to StJPII!
*All volunteers should wear 1920's cocktail attire, or nice pants with a dressy shirt. Volunteers who are not ticketed guests and who working before 8PM will be provided with a complimentary meal. Click the button below to sign up.
|
|
Parent Teacher Organization |
|
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.
|
|
Skate Party
Get your GLOW on for our next skate party, this Thursday, February 10. Wear neon colors so you can glow-in-the-dark. Raffle prizes, sweet treats & races are all part of the fun!
|
|
THANK YOU
A HUGE THANK YOU to all our parents who signed up to donate to snacks and drinks for the January 25th Faculty Meeting. Our teachers and staff deserve ALL of this and more, THANKS to your generosity it was made POSSIBLE.
Alexandra Riveros Balta, Ana M. Esteva-Parra, Analia Gugliotti, Ashley Ranson, Beverly Alexander, Danille LaLond, Donna Peters, Dung Dinh, Ebba Tsinopoul, Elizabeth Feldpausch, Ervina Widjaja, Gail Anderson, Gwen Montesino, Hana Byun, Hilda Hickman, Ida Centeno, Jackie Tharao, Jamie Kopulos, Kathy Forbes, Leticia Shirley, Lucia Mendez, Machi Marquez, Maria Chapellin, Maria Socorro, Marielisa Gutierrez Peraza, Mary Solymosy, Minu Baboo, Monica Davila, Mpumi Madi, Nicole Lambert, Nkem Okoli , Noha Tuma, Rocio Morales, Rose Nguyen Shelton, Sandra Vreedenburgh, Sara McLean, Sharon Cozzens, Stephanie Dunn, Stephanie Kukutschka, Thien Nguyen, Tiffani Le, Tricia Nino, Valentina Bracho Rodon, Victoria Forkner, Vivian Clinton, Yahlei Barrios.
If you would like to sign up for upcoming Faculty Meetings, please contact Aida Patino aidilla84@gmail.com and/or Valentina Lares valentinalares@yahoo.com. This is an easy way to show appreciation to teachers and staff, and a simple way for working parents to get involved. There are nearly 80 StJPII faculty and staff members who thank you!
|
|
The PTO Needs You
We are looking for one or two volunteers to take over as the chairs for the Art A La Carte program for the 2022-2023 school year. These events only take place 4x's a year and the lessons will be provided for you. If this is something you are interested in or have questions, please contact Nicole Lambert at PTO@jp2.org
|
|
Middle School Athletics
Our boys basketball team made it all the way to the GHCAA semi finals, but unfortunately they lost to St. Thomas More. They ended their season last night, but the boys were extremely proud of their accomplishments this season, and so are we as well as Coach Anderson!
Our Varsity Baseball team is set and ready to play ball! Softball tryouts will be completed today so our Lady Saints will be ready to go as well. Track and Field
season starts this Thursday February 10 and continues through late April. There will be a parent meeting scheduled immediately after the first practice on Feb 10th at 5:30pm. Practice days will be Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30-5:30 p.m. here on our Athletic field. Deadline to sign up is Feb 12th!
I am very disappointed to inform you that we simply do not have enough athletes to form a boys and a girls lacrosse teams. We had a tough time last year as well, and unfortunately I just could not encourage enough children to play. I will rethink my strategy for next year in hopes of getting the program started back up again!
Elementary School Athletics
Wow what a great season we are having thus far! Kids are learning basketball skills, coaches are having fun, friendships are being formed. God is good all the time! Don't forget registration for Tball/Baseball/Softball closes this Friday Feb 11th so please please please get registered!
Baseball, T-Ball and Softball registration opened today and runs through February 11. Click the buttons below to register:
|
|
Upload your athletics photos by clicking on the links below. |
|
|
|
St. John Paul II Catholic School |
1400 Parkway Plaza, Houston, TX 77077
281-496-1500 • 281-496-2943 (fax)
|
|
St. John Paul II Catholic School prepares all students spiritually
and academically to succeed in life and to do God's will.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
