Knight Notes December 12, 2018

Dear JPII Community,

The Christmas break is just around the corner and you can feel the anticipation of teachers, staff, and students as they race to finish the semester. As we are in the midst of semester exams, I encourage students to study hard, get plenty of rest, and finish the semester strong. Below is the remaining schedule for 2018.

• Thursday, December 13^th, English Exam 8:00-11:00 a.m. Dismissal at 11:15 a.m. All buses will depart at 11:30 a.m.
• Friday, December 14^th, Math Exam 8:00-11:00 a.m. with an hour lunch break and Theology Exam 12:00-2:00 p.m. Dismissal at 2:00 p.m. All buses will depart at 2:30 p.m.
• Monday, December 17^th (no late start), Science Exam 8:00-11:00 a.m. with an hour lunch break and Social Studies Exam 12:00-3:00 p.m. All buses will depart at 3:40 p.m.
• Tuesday, December 18^th, Elective/Make-up Exams, 8:00-11:00 a.m. Students who do not have an elective exam or exam(s) to make up are excused on December 18^th.

Offices will be closed Wednesday, December 19^th through Wednesday, January 2^nd. School resumes January 3^rd at 7:55 a.m.

The admissions office will be sending out the first acceptance letters for the Class of 2023. Congratulations to our newest Knights, who promise to be an amazing class.

We are undergoing a phone system upgrade over the break, which may cause interruption in service. Therefore, if you need to leave us a message, please communicate via email. Our new system will be in place when school resumes January 3^rd.

On behalf of our faculty and staff, I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and all of God’s blessings in the New Year. This year has been great for us as a community and I offer my sincere gratitude for your support. Have a wonderful break and safe travels for those visiting family far away. We look forward to seeing you in January for a great second half of the school year.

Sincerely in Christ,

Mike Deely

 

QUICK VIEW of UPCOMING EVENTS

 

12/12 End of 2nd Quarter

12/13 English Exam / Early Dismissal 11:15 a.m. and ALL buses depart at 11:30 a.m. / NO LUNCH

12/13 France 2020 Parent Information Meeting

12/14 Math & Theology Exams / Early Dismissal 2:00 p.m. and ALL buses depart at 2:30 p.m.

12/14 and 12/15 PAC Armory Christmas Extravaganza Event

12/15 Alumni JPII Model UN Conference

12/17 Science & Social Studies Exams / ALL buses depart at 3:40 p.m.

12/18 Make-up & Elective Exams / NO BUS SERVICE / NO LUNCH / End of 1st Semester

12/19 Administrative Day / SCHOOL CLOSED

12/19 Alumni Basketball Game

12/20 – 1/2 CHRISTMAS BREAK

12/22 JPII Alumni Hockey Game

1/3 School Resumes

**New & Updated Announcements are in Blue** 

KAC Chili Cook-off, 1/11

DATE: Friday, January 11, 2019

TIME: 5:00-7:00 p.m.

PLACE: JPII dining hall

REGISTRATION: Visit https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c044aaaae2da6f85-chili

Set-up begins at 4:00 p.m. ALL JPII organizations are welcome to participate.

 

PAC Armory Christmas Extravaganza Event, 12/14 and 12/15

Need JPII spirit wear for Christmas gifts? Join us in the Armory on Friday, December 14th from 2:00-8:00 p.m. and Saturday, December 15th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for an Extravaganza Event! We have loads of new merchandise for you to choose from. We hope to see you there!

 

 

ADMISSIONS

ADMISSIONS PLACEMENT TEST
All JPII applicants currently in the eighth grade are required to take the JPII placement test as part of the admissions process. Apply today at www.jp2hs.org and scheduled a placement test date. In need of additional information? Contact the Admissions Office directly at (615) 590-6014 or email admissions@jp2hs.org.

 

Admissions process open for 2019-2020 school year

The Admissions Office opens Admissions Portal for 2019-2020. All current 8th graders and transfer students interested in pursuing admissions to JPII should begin the application process now. The first step is the online Pre-Application. Upon completion of the Pre-Application, a link to the Admissions Portal will populate on the last page which will take you to the Admissions Portal. A Checklist of items will be listed that will need to be completed for admission consideration. Please contact the Admissions Office with any questions, 615-590-6014. 

 

ADVANCEMENT OFFICE

JPII Gala, 2/2/2019

Mark your calendar for the annual JPII Gala on February 2, 2019 at the Hutton Hotel in Nashville. If you are interested in helping plan our Gala, please contact Jo Lind Weaver, jolind.weaver@jp2hs.org. Regular planning meetings are held on campus. 

 

ARTS 

 

ALUMNI

JPII Annual Alumni Basketball Game, 12/19

All alumni basketball players (women and men) are invited to participate in the annual Alumni Basketball Game on Wednesday, December 19th at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. To sign up, or for more information, contact Coach Wade, charles.wade@jp2hs.org.

 

JPII Annual Alumni Hockey Game, 12/22

All alumni hockey players are invited to participate in the annual Alumni Hockey Game on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at 5:40 p.m. at Centennial Sportsplex. For more information contact Coach Clark, justin.clark@jp2hs.org. 

ATHLETICS

KAC Chili Cook-off, 1/11

DATE: Friday, January 11, 2019

TIME: 5:00-7:00 p.m.

PLACE: JPII dining hall

REGISTRATION: Visit https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c044aaaae2da6f85-chili

Set-up begins at 4:00 p.m. ALL JPII organizations are welcome to participate.

Hockey 2018-2019

The Hockey Team invites everyone to come out and watch them compete on the ice this season. For the schedule, visit JPII HOCKEY. 

Free Football Mini-Camp Series, January 6, 13, 20

The camp is FREE and open to all 6th-8th graders. It will be led by former NFL and Vanderbilt Lineman and current JPII Head Football Coach Justin Geisinger and runs from  3-5 p.m. at JPII. Registration is at 2:30 p.m., Schedule: Linemen Camp, OL/DL/TE (Jan. 6); Offensive Skill, QB/WR/RB (Jan. 13); Defensive Skill, LB/DB (Jan. 20). This is a non-contact camp. Players require athletic wear with cleats; bring tennis shoes in the event of poor weather. Register student’s name, position, school, and grade level: brian.sneed@jp2hs.org. 

BUSINESS OFFICE

Excess Accident Insurance Policy

Please take a moment to read about our Excess Accident Insurance Policy covering students during school-time and school sponsored activities.  Please follow the links: Parent Letter and Insurance Instruction Sheet.

CHRISTIAN SERVICE

CLUBS/ACTIVITIES

Yearbook News

• The 2017-18 Yearbook (last school year) is set for delivery at the end of next week.
• There are limited extra copies available.  If you did not order a yearbook last year, please send a check for $100 (payable to JPII) to Mrs. Smith, ASAP.
• Get a head start – get a discount!  The 2018-19 Excalibur is now on SALE.  Please see the flyer for ordering information.  Contact Mrs. Smith (jennifer.smith@jp2hs.org) if you have yearbook questions, including information on ordering yearbooks or sponsoring the journalism program with a business ad.
• Senior ad order information coming soon!

COUNSELING

Sign up for text message reminders for college visits at JPII

Text to 81010 the message @jp2college and you will automatically receive updates for each college visit happening at school.

 

KNIGHT’S ATHLETIC CLUB (KAC)

YARD SIGNS 

Yard Signs can still be ordered online. It’s a great way to support your student athlete and show your Knight spirit. Check it out: http://jp2hs.org/athletics/booster-club/jpii-yard-signs/  

 

KAC Meeting Schedule for 2018-2019 

Mondays: 7/9, 8/6, 9/10, 10/1, 11/5, 1/7/19, 2/4, 3/4, 4/10, 5/6, 6/3. All meetings will take place in the KAC room at 5:30 p.m. Contact Tammy Bolyard at 615-397-1740 with questions. 

 

KAC Board Members 2018-2019

The Knight Athletic Club would like to warmly welcome the newly elected 2018-19 Board Members.  This is for the term beginning July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019.

President – Greg Glenn

First Vice President – Pamela O’Neill

Second Vice President – Amy Watts

Treasurer – Kathleen Bender

Secretary – Tammy Bolyard

Alumni – Anthony Mantegani

Members at Large – DJ Johnson, Lee McNair,  Duffy White, and Whitney Whittaker

 

Free KAC Stadium Seat Opportunity! Interested in a FREE stadium seat from the KAC? Follow the KAC on   to stay connected with the Knights! Be the 500th member to join the JPII KAC Facebook page and win a JPII imprinted bleacher seat. Contact Tammy Bolyard with questions, thebolyards@comcast.net.      

 

NURSE’S OFFICE

Flu Guide for Parents

For current information provided by the CDC regarding the Flu, please visit THE FLU: A GUIDE FOR PARENTS.

PARENT ASSOCIATION (PAC)

Armory Hours 2018-2019
Wednesday 11:00-1:00 PM**

**The Armory will be closed on Wednesdays of the weeks that we have home football games- then the Armory will be set up by the concessions stand opening at 6:00 p.m. until after half time. Please contact Leahreed08@gmail.com with any questions.

STUDENT LIFE

Bus Schedule Departure Times Altered

December 13th all buses depart at 11:30 a.m.

December 14th all buses depart at 2:30 p.m.

December 17th all buses depart at 3:40 p.m. 

December 18th NO BUS SERVICE

 

Bus Schedule 2018-2019

The 2018-2019 bus schedule is available HERE. Please contact Vicki Dorr with questions, vicki.dorr@jp2hs.org.

 

TRAVEL

France Trip Spring Break 2020 Info Meeting, 12/13

We are excited to announce that the international trip for the  2019- 2020 academic year will be to France, including Paris, Brittany and Normandy. All interested families are invited to attend an informational meeting on Thursday, December 13th at 6:30 p.m. in the Puryear Library. Contact Alyson Thomas with questions, alyson.thomas@jp2hs.org.

Ecuador Immersion Applications Available

This language and cultural immersion will take place over the course of two weeks in Quito, Ecuador, and will give students of any Spanish level the opportunity to improve their fluency. Afternoon Spanish study will be complimented by morning and evening activities including: sampling traditional Ecuadorian foods, touring Quito’s historic district, shopping in traditional indigenous markets, hiking local mountains, visiting an Ecuadorian high school, salsa and merengue dance lessons, and more. Students will live in a homestay with warm, hospitable, and experienced Ecuadorian families, providing the student a daily opportunity to practice their Spanish and to see everyday life in this exciting South American country. Students will also travel to Mindo, a peaceful town known for its beautiful natural landscape and biodiversity, where they will hike to a gorgeous waterfall, tube down a mountain river, visit a small-business owner’s chocolate factory, and learn about the changing environmental conditions in Ecuador. 

Further information:

• Approximate Dates: Tuesday, May 28 – Tuesday, June 11 (contingent on best airfare deals)
  
• Approximate Cost: $2500 – $2800 (assuming 12 students; cost may be slightly higher or lower based on airfare)
  
• Open to students in the classes of ’20, ’21, ’22.
  
• Cost Includes:
  

• 4 hours of 1-1 daily language instruction with a skilled native teacher (40 hours total)
• Airfare and all other transportation within Ecuador
• All Food and Housing
• All Activities (dance lessons, cooking cuey, hiking, Teleferico [gondola], tubing, museum visits, historical church tours, and more)
• Weekend travel and activities
• Applications: Available by September 14, and due by Friday, September 28.
• Questions? Contact Mr. Elfers – jim.elfers@jp2hs.org 

 

STUDENT EXCHANGE

JPII is seeking Host Families

Open your home to an international student! Pope John Paul II High School is working with gphomestay to find host families for students. Families should please submit an inquiry at www.gphomestay.com or contact Amber Perry (Host Recruitment Coordinator) at 617-749-8474 or aperry@gphomestay.com.  

 

SOCIAL MEDIA

Follow JPII on Social Media

To stay up to date on current events at JPII and future activities, please follow us on our many social media outlets!  We will let you know when games are postponed or cancelled and if event times and dates are changed.  This is a great way to stay connected to the JPII community throughout the day. Twitter: @JPII Knights and @JPIIAthletics Facebook: Pope John Paul II High School (Facebook Page) and JPII Alumni Page (Facebook Page) Instagram: @JPIIKnights YouTube: JPII  

GREATER COMMUNITY 

Camp Marymount 2019 Summer Camp

Registration is now open for Camp Marymount 2018! Visit http://www.campmarymount.com/ to register your camper. Call 615-799-0410 with any questions. 

 

Our Lady of the Lake Business Directory

OLOL is creating a free business directory on their website to support their parishioners in the business or service they provide. If you would like to add your business/service to the directory, please visit HERE or contact Therese Casler at 615-519-1863 or theresecasler@gmail.com for more information.

 

  GO KNIGHTS!