October 29, 2024

All Saints Day

Friday, November 1, we will be celebrating All Saints Day. Kindergarten will start us off by parading into Mass at 8:30 a.m. Students are to wear full-dress uniforms. November 1 will also continue our First Friday Mass Devotion.

Wednesday Mass

Optional daily Mass will be tomorrow, October 30. All are welcome! Mass starts at 7:10 and ends at 7:40. It’s in the All Saints Chapel every Wednesday before school. What a beautiful way to start the day by worshiping the Lord!

Mass Parking Reminder

Visitors may park in the designated "Visitor" spaces in the parking lot. The rest of the parking lot is for teachers. If the visitor spaces are full, please park on Parkway Plaza, kindly saving room for our staff who may have later arrival times. Thank you for your cooperation.

Service Project for Families and 8th graders

Come out and join the 8th graders this Saturday, November 2, as we participate in a Spiritual Work of Mercy for this upcoming Veterans Day. We will be meeting at Memorial Oaks Cemetery 13001 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77079 (between Dairy Ashford and Eldridge on the I10 feeder road) at 8:30am. We will be putting flags on the graves of the Veterans that are buried there and praying for the souls of the faithful departed.

8th graders - if you would still like to sign up to help with this service project then add your name to the sign up genius link below.

All other participants are welcome. Please arrive by 8:30am to help.

***Please bring a screwdriver to poke a hole in the ground to insert the flag.

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

This weekend, our Varsity Soccer Team claimed the GHCAA Soccer Championship title with an exhilarating win against St. Laurence! The energy on the field was electric, and our Saints showcased incredible teamwork, dedication, and a true champion spirit. This remarkable victory marks the SEVENTEENTH 1st Place Championship for our Saints, a testament to the hard work and commitment of our players, coaches, and the entire StJPII community.

A special shout-out goes to our beloved Coach Ade, who has been the heart and soul of StJPII soccer for an amazing 25 years. Year after year, Coach Ade has led our teams to greatness, reaching the playoffs each season. His leadership, passion, and dedication to every player have built a legacy that’s nothing short of legendary. Our Saints, with an impressive 13-0 overall record for the past two years, have truly made us proud.

We would also like to extend our gratitude to all faculty, families, and friends who came out to support our team, and to St. Pius X High School for hosting this fantastic event. It was a wonderful day for SAINTS NATION to unite and celebrate. Congratulations once again to our Varsity Soccer Saints and Coach Ade on this outstanding achievement – GO SAINTS!

Halloween Thursday

This Thursday is October 31, Halloween. Students may wear Orange/black shirts with uniform bottoms.

Welcome Mrs. Wall

We are excited to welcome a new staff member to the StJPII community. Karolina Wall is joining the PE team.

She was born in Poland and came to the U.S. to play tennis for Baylor. She married a Texan and has two wonderful daughters that are 7 and 4 years old. She is an animal lover and has two dogs, two cats and a parakeet. She loves spending time with her family and being outdoors. She loves playing sports and spreading love for movement and exercise. She is very excited to start a new journey and be a part of the StJPII family. 

Lunch Menu Change

There will be a change on the menu for Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 30. The chef's entrée option will be chicken spaghetti and the sandwich option will be a turkey wrap. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Please make sure your student has adequate funds in their lunch account. Check your students ECI balance and add money when needed. You can send a check with your student or click on the button below. When sending a check, please make the check out to ECI. Thank you!

Blue Ribbon Celebration

Thank you to all the families who joined us for our Fourth Blue Ribbon Celebration! Your support and participation made the event truly special. We appreciate your commitment to the community. Please click the button below to view the Blue Ribbon Celebration album. Thank you to Mr. David Benedict for capturing this wonderful memory for us.

Halo News

The latest edition of Halo News is here! Please click on the link below to see our most recent edition. Subscribe to our You tube channel, News2Saints, so you don't miss a thing!



Thank You!

Thank you so much to all of our Trunk-or-Treaters and the families who attended the free event on Friday. Plus, a very special THANK YOU to those who decorated their vehicles and passed out candy! What a fun and memorable tradition Trunk-or-Treat has become for our community. Happy Halloween!

Sign Up Party 11/1

Join us for a Night in Italy where you'll enjoy Italian wines and hors d'oeuvres while playing Bocce and mingling with friends! Andiamo a divertirci!

Click the button below to sign up! If you're interested in hosting a sign up party, please contact Development@jp2.org!

Grandparents Day

We are looking forward to celebrating Grandparents & Special Friends Day the Friday before Thanksgiving, the morning of November 22. Invitations have been mailed, so please tell Grandparents and Special Friends to be on the lookout in the coming days. If you need an extra invitation to forward, you may download and share an invitation, which can be found by clicking the button below.  

Steps for Students

CONGRATULATIONS to Mrs. Williamson Class for reaching the goal and winning a pizza and dessert party!!! Way to go!! All classes still have a chance to win. Sign up today as prices go up Friday at midnight!

Camp Invention 2025

Get ready for a summer packed with creativity, discovery, and unforgettable memories! Introducing the all-new 2025 Camp Invention program: Discover, where kids embark on exciting STEM challenges that spark curiosity, inspire teamwork, and fuel innovative thinking. From optical illusions to penguin-powered eco-missions, this one-of-a-kind camp delivers hands-on fun that turns big ideas into reality!

 Illusion Workshop™ – Step into the world of special effects magic! Campers dive into the science behind visual tricks in art, movies, and theater. They’ll build their very own spinning animation device and create moving props like professional illusionists! Claw Arcade™ – It’s time to build, play, and innovate! Kids design and construct a fully functioning claw machine, learning the secrets of physics while unleashing their creativity. They’ll channel their inner entrepreneur as they pitch their prize-filled arcade experience to friends and “investors!” Penguin Launch™ – Adventure awaits in Antarctica! Campers will explore penguin habitats and invent their own launcher to send plush penguins across the South Pole. With a robotic rover by their side, they'll learn how to make a positive impact on the planet – all while having tons of frosty fun! In Control™ – Hit the road and explore the power of technology! Campers will build custom control panels, use AI like a pro, and navigate maps as they design their own travel experience. Along the way, they’ll gain confidence and learn how to overcome any obstacle life throws their way.

Spaces are limited – Don’t miss out on a summer filled with creativity, exploration, and laughter! Sign your child up today and let them embark on a journey where science and imagination collide. 

Save the date: July 7-11, 2025. Register now to give your child the gift of discovery!

Book Fair is almost here. The link is listed below so you can load a gift card for your students to purchase books at the fair. The Literati Fair opens Friday, November 1, and runs the following week 7:40 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. The last Friday we will be wrapping up and packing up, so come early.  

We accept Visa,  Master Card, Cash or Checks made out to St. John Paul II Catholic School with your family number on the bottom memo line.

Our hours for the fair are 7:40 a.m. - until 4:00 p.m daily except wrap up day Friday, November 8th. On that day, come early as we will be buttoning up the fair. 

See you at the Fair!

November PTO Meeting

All parents are invited to join us for our monthly PTO meeting on Tuesday, November 12 from 8:30 - 9:30 am in St. Jude Hall. Why should you attend? 



• Learn how students and teachers benefit from the work of the PTO.
• Be the first to hear about school news and upcoming events.
• Ask questions.
• Connect with parents.
• Learn how to volunteer your time to positively impact the school community.

Thank you for coming!

The PTO wishes to thank all the families who came out and participated in the PTO Halloween Skate Party! We had a great turnout! Hope to see you all again next year!

Join the Birthday Club!

Celebrate your child's special day in style! Choose from several fun packages that include a special birthday t-shirt, birthday recognition on the marquee, ice cream, and more! Orders are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Gifts will be delivered to your child's homeroom teacher.

Poinsettia Pre-Order is Now Live!

Get ready for the Christmas season with our poinsettia sale benefiting the PTO Teacher Wish List! These beautiful plants will add a festive touch to your home or office while supporting a great cause. The delivery dates are set for December 4th and 5th, so you'll have your poinsettias just in time to decorate. Don't miss out on this chance to spread holiday cheer and support our amazing teachers!

Save the Date for St. Nick’s Feast & Fest

Mark your calendars–St. Nick’s Feast & Fest is almost here! Formally known as Holiday on the Parkway/Snacks with Santa, St. Nick’s Feast & Fest will take place from 4-8 PM on 12/6 and will include all your favorites from past years, like photos with Santa, shopping and games, but will now include many new fun things like a light walk, gingerbread house contest, food, wine and SNOW!

Keep an eye on Saints Weekly in the coming weeks to hear more about our plans and the participating vendors!

Middle School Soccer Champions!

Congratulations to our Varsity Soccer team in their win against St. Laurence this past Saturday taking the title of GHCAA Diocesan Champions! We are now in the midst of Middle School basketball tryouts! Good luck to everyone trying out! Coach Jones Conditioning Camp starts November 11 and will continue until January 17 on Mondays & Wednesdays from 3:30-5:00 p.m. Please contact Coach Jones directly to register! laverne_j@sbcglobal.net

Elementary Athletics

Fall Sports Team Pictures are TODAY after school starting at 4 p.m. Your coaches should have given you a specific time for your team picture. Don't forget, the WHCSA Basketball registration opens this Friday, on November 1st. Click the link below to register.

Share Your Fall Sports Photos

We love to see your photos of our saints in action! If you get a great shot at any fall sports function, practice or game, please share with StJPII! Your photo(s) may be featured on social media, Halo News, or in The Spirit yearbook. Please upload them directly using the button below. All grade-level sports pictures are needed and appreciated.