Dear Saint Families,
Thank you so much for re-enrolling and we appreciate your patience! Here at StJPII, we are planning and preparing for our Open House and Catholic Schools Week. Be not afraid…to spread the good news about attending a Catholic School! As we approach Catholic Schools Week, see below a dozen reasons why to choose a Catholic School.
In the Bogard household, we certainly landed on Catholic education because God lead us here, so Be not afraid…to listen and to trust! We are overwhelmingly grateful to be members of the StJPII community. Investing in Catholic education has allowed our entire family to witness faith coming alive and helped us grow to be better people who strive to live faithfully, charitably, lovingly, and courageously. So thank you for being part of Catholic education; God will surely bless your family.
In Him we Trust,
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2019 / 2020 School Year
Thank you to all that have submitted your re-enrollment forms.
If you have a new sibling, you should have received instructions for the application process. If you have not received them, please e-mail Admissions Director
Kathy Rieder.
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After-School Clubs
Click on the various links to see club flyers, contact information, and online registration.
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Co-Ed Code Club (4th-8th Grade) - Cecilia Resweber’s club info and registration form
here
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Lost and Found Jewelry at Front Desk
We have a wide variety of religious jewelry in our lost and found at the front desk. If you think you lost something at school go to the front desk and ask. You never know, St. Anthony may intervene and help you find your lost treasures!
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Be not afraid...
to be a future saint! Please share with friends and family members that are interested in in StJPII that there are Campus Tours and an Open House on
January 24, 2019. Campus Tours are available from
9:30- 11:00 a.m. and Open House from
6:00- 7:30 p.m. Go to
www.jp2.org/Admissions or call (281) 496-1500 for information.
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Father/Daughter Dance
All StJPII dads and daughters from PK – 8
th grade are invited to the Sweet Memories in Saintsland Father Daughter Dance on February 8
th from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. An uncle or another leading male can attend with the StJPII student. There will be keepsake photos, snacks, a DJ, and many opportunities to create memories not only with your dad or daughter, but with the StJPII community.
Please click on the links below for more information.
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Steps for Students
Students and families are invited to the Archdiocese's Steps for Students 5K Run/Walk on
Saturday, February 16
next to the Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in downtown Houston. Steps for Students a fun community event supporting Catholic education, and also offers an easy, virtual tool for you to collect pledges and raise money for StJPII. To participate, simply visit
steps4students.org
but it is
VERY IMPORTANT
that you designate StJPII as your school of choice for the funds to be allocated properly. After registering, participants will create personalized fundraising websites that can easily be forwarded to friends and family asking for their support. Don't delay, registration is now open...commemorative dri-fit shirts will only be available through January 15 and the cost to participate will increase $10 on February 1! Thank you in advance for supporting StJPII!
Student incentives:
- Free Dress for anyone who registers
- A pizza party for the homeroom with the most registrations
- PE Teacher for the Day for the individual Top Earner
Go online to register and set up your fundraising page. This event is lots of fun and a tremendous community builder for Catholic schools! And, it's a great opportunity to raise money for StJPII and show our Saints pride as well. If you have any questions, please contact the
Communications Office.
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Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Art Show Winners Announcement
All Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Art Show Students winning ribbon awards will be announced this
Friday, January 18 right after Mass. Parents are invited to see your student recognized!
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Spelling Bee
Big congratulations
to the following Spelling Bee winners who will represent StJPII at the Archdiocesan competition in February:
- Middle School - David Calderon (6th Grade)
- Elementary - Mark Dominy (4th Grade)
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Robotics News
The StJPII Awebots and Robokids Robotics teams competed against 25 other teams in
a FIRST LEGO League
(FLL) qualifier at Hogg Middle School this past weekend. The competition had several different parts- Core Values, Project, and Robot Game. The teams both competed well. The Awebots finished in the top 8 teams in the Robot Game, but the team's overall score for all parts placed them just outside of qualification for the regional competition. The Robokids received special recognition for their Teamwork at the competition, which in combination with their project score and top 10 finish in the Robot Game, placed them into the FLL East Regional Competition in about 6 weeks.
Congratulations to the Awebots and Robokids for their hard work and preparation for this FLL Qualifying Competition!
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StJPII Catholic School Week 2019
Only day students will be wearing full dress is Friday
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Thursday, January 24, 2019 Be not afraid…
to be a future Saint
9:30 a.m. Tours for Prospective Families
6:00-7:30 pm Open House for Prospective Families
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Friday, January 25, 2019 Be not afraid…
to volunteer
Thank you reception in back of BAC for volunteers, following All School Mass at 8:30 a.m.
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Sunday, January 27, 2019 Be not afraid…
to spread the good news
Information tables and displays at area parishes (Students are asked to wear full-dress uniforms or a school shirt to Mass). Sign Up Genius will be available next week for families to sign-up.
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Monday, January 28, 2019 Be not afraid…
to brighten someone’s day
7:00 a.m. PTO organizes/sponsors students to serve coffee/treats as teachers arrive
Students are asked to wear neon/brightly colored shirts with uniform bottoms
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Tuesday, January 29, 2019 Be not afraid…
to know your
faith
8:30 a.m. Saint’s Alive Jeopardy for 3rd-5th in GSC
9:45 a.m. Saint’s Alive Jeopardy for 6th-8th in GSC
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Wednesday, January 30, 2019 Be not afraid…
to be Blue Ribbon Proud
1:30 p.m. Pep Rally, Relay Races, Hula Hoop Competition, Volleyball Game in BAC/GSC
All students and teachers will wear their BLUE RIBBON t-shirts.
StJPII Family Night: No Homework!
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Thursday, January 31, 2019 Be not afraid…
to be a Saint Superstar
1:15 p.m. St. John Paul II Student Council Talent Show in BAC/GSC
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Friday, February 1, 2019 Be not afraid…
to love, learn, and lead
8:30 a.m. All School Mass followed by NJHS Induction
7:00-9:30 p.m. Middle School Dance in BAC
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PTO Minutes- Now Available Online!
PTO Minutes are now available online! In order to access them, log into the Parent Portal. To view the minutes after you log in:
1. Scroll to the bottom of your home page
2. Select “PTO Minutes” from the folder list in “School Links and Files”
3. Click the “View” button on the far right of the document name.
See the screen shot for the “PTO Minutes” file location
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Save the Date- DARR Skate Day
Save the date! Valentines themed skate day at Dairy Ashford Roller Rink is coming up. Enjoy skating after school
February 14 from 4:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Watch your Tuesday Folders for an upcoming flyer and we hope to see you there!
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Middle School Sports
Last week was a very busy week for both our girls and boys basketball teams! Our Lady Saints started their week with both Varsity and 6th grade team beating St. Michael's, but unfortunately JV lost. Then we played St. Cecilia where JV won along with the 6th grade team, but then Varsity took the loss. Our 6th grade team closed out their week attending the St. Vincent de Paul Tiger Classic Tournament where they defeated all four opponents and took the 1st place Championship title!
The boys played St. Michael's as well and both teams won their games and then they took on the Indians from St. Cecilia and Varsity had a huge win, but JV battled it out to the very end and took the loss.
SPRING SPORTS ARE AROUND THE CORNER! Boys and Girls Lacrosse, Softball, Baseball and Track & Field are about to start! Please watch for more info regarding tryout dates for Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, and then the start date for Track & Field which will begin the 2nd week of February. Information will be posted on
the
Athletic calendar
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Elementary Sports
Our younger teams started their basketball season this past Saturday and we had some great games, as well as some terrific pictures with some Houston Rockets superstars!
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Elementary Parents, please join the StJPII WHCSA album to share and save your favorite photos of the season by clicking on the link below. Thank you to all of our volunteer Coaches, you make it all such a great experience for our kiddos!
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Training for Fitness Excellence Class
Training for Fitness Excellence is a class offered by Coach Laverne Jones-Ferrette OLY, a four time Olympian and 6th fastest of all time in the 60m dash! Starting on
December 1.
The class is geared to help condition your body. So if you have a student who is interested in Spring sports it is time to start getting ready through this fitness class. All boys/girls 5-8th grade are welcome to enroll. Additionally, if you are a parent, know an alum, or have a friend who is interested in fitness and exercising, then this is the class for you. For more information click on the button below.
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Dads' Basketball
StJPII dads play men's basketball on
Wednesday nights
in the gym at 7:00 p.m. Please contact Mark Gugliotti to be added to the distribution list and for more information:
[email protected]
or 832-301-1681. Everyone is welcome. It's a fun way to meet other dads and get some great exercise!
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St. John Vianney Upcoming Events
Third Thursday Monthly Dinner-
Thursday, January 17, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
in the Activity Center. Join SJV for our first parish dinner of 2019! Catered by Hebert's Specialty Meats! Delicious
Twice Baked Potato stuffed Chicken served with Green Beans, Salad, Bread and Dessert.
$10 per person. Free Cheese Pizza Meal for Kids 7 and under. The Cheese Pizza Meal is available for ages 8 and up for only $5. Complimentary Tea & Lemonade. Beer and wine available. Reservations are needed by
Wednesday, January 16
; to reserve and pay online click here
https://stjohnvianney.weshareonline.org/ws/opportunities/3rdThursdayDinner-HebertsStuffedChicken
. You can also reserve at
[email protected]
or 281-497-1555 and pay at the door.
BREAKFAST TACOS -
Sunday, January 20
, in the Activity Center following all the morning Masses. Homemade Bacon & Egg and Potato & Egg Tacos served with refried beans, coffee & juice. $5 per person and 7 under eat free. Proceeds benefit the ACTS Retreat Community.
Join SJV for their
ANNUAL WINE TASTING & AUCTION
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Friday, January 25, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
in the Activity Center. A fun and enjoyable evening Benefiting the Gabriel Project. We will have Award Winning Wines from Around the World and delicious Cuisine. Complimentary Babysitting available. $75 per person for a table of 8 for $525. Reservations and payments needed by January 18. To reserve and pay online at
https://stjohnvianney.weshareonline.org/ws/opportunities/2019WineTasting
or you can reserve and pay in person by calling 281-497-1555 or emailing
[email protected]
. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus.
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Catholic Schools Got Talent
StJPII families are invited to attend the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston's 1st Catholic Schools Got Talent showcase on
February 2, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Our very own Mrs. Bogard will be participating in the Principals act and two of StJPII's very own, Olivia Bogard and Cate Broussard, have made the show! What a great way to support Catholic Schools and show your StJPII pride. For more information or to buy tickets, click the links below.
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Did you know....the StJPII talent show has been around for at least 25 years. This favorite tradition of our students has most recently been associated with Catholic Schools Week. All student performers audition and are selected to perform for the student body. This year our StJPII talent show will be held on
Thursday, January 31.
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To view events related to StJPII, please click on the school calendars below.
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St. John Paul II Catholic School
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1400 Parkway Plaza, Houston, TX 77077
281-496-1500 • 281-496-2943 (fax)
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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.
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