ALL SCHOOL NEWS

All Athletes Participating in a Winter Sport
FamilyID, ImPACT testing, and up-to-date physicals need to be completed before the first day of winter sport tryouts on December 1st for High School Division teams.  Students participating in Preparatory Division sports must have these items completed by December 9.

A link to our registration page is here:  Registration | St. John Paul II School.  

Women’s Advent Mass is December 3 at 6:00 PM
Before we become inundated with holiday preparations, we invite the women of our JPII community–mothers, grandmothers, and caretakers of our students–to reflect on the special role of our own Blessed Mother in the Advent Season on Wednesday, December 3. We will begin our evening together at 6 PM with the Celebration of Mass in Our Lady of Fatima Chapel. A light dinner will follow Mass in the Academic Resource Center. RSVP Here.

Bishop’s Day Off
On Grandparents’ and Special Friends’ Day, the Bishop very generously awarded St. John Paul II School with an extra day off. Please note on your calendars that we will have Easter Monday, April 6, 2026, as our “Bishop’s Day Off.” 

We will have early dismissal on Thursday, April 2 for Holy Thursday and will return to school on Tuesday, April 7.

Transportation Reminder:
December 10- No Barnstable Buses

Admissions Season is Upon Us!
The best advertising is word of mouth, and we would love your help! If you know anyone interested in learning more about JPII, please share your enthusiasm for the school and the attached flyer. 

Financial Assistance for the 2026-2027  School Year
The online application for financial assistance for the 2026-2027 school year is open. To be considered for financial assistance, you must complete an application each year with FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment. If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact Mrs. Keras, Student Accounts Coordinator, at mkeras@JPIIHyannis.org.

Please click here for information for students entering Grades 5-8.
Please click here for information for students entering Grades 9-12.

Win Free Tuition for 2026-2027!
At JPII’s Fall Fest on October 18 we learned of an exciting new raffle that will be taking place throughout the school year! Don’t miss your chance to purchase a ticket for your chance to win FREE TUITION for one student during the 2026-2027 school year! Tickets are available until May 1 and can be purchased at any time! The drawing will be held at the 2026 JPII in Bloom Spring Gala on Friday, May 1 at Oyster Harbors. For more information, please click HERE.

Volunteers Needed to Help Plan JPII In Bloom Gala
The JPII In Bloom Gala will once again be held at Oyster Harbors Club on Friday, May 1, 2026 and is co-chaired this year by Lori Boghdan, Cathy Castano, and Kathy Griffin-Mayo. The planning committee is looking for volunteers to help with the event from both buildings. If you would like to help plan the largest fundraiser of the year with a great group of people, please email JPIIGala@JPIIHyannis.org for details about the next meeting in January.

Join Us in Worship: All Are Welcome
Every morning in Our Lady of Fatima Chapel in the heart of the High School building, we invite you to gather with us to worship. The schedule throughout the year is as follows: 

Mon. and Wed.    7:30 AM:     Mass or Communion Service  
Tues. and Thurs. 7:40 AM:     Liturgy of the Hours Morning Prayer
Friday                  7:30 AM:       Rosary

The Roar Store 
The Roar Store will be open every day during XBlocks and Monday through Thursday from 2:45-3:30. New knit blankets and umbrellas are in stock for the holidays! Come by and grab one for your favorite Lion or Lion fan!

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GR 5 – 8 INFORMATION

Important Calendars for the month:
Lunch and Breakfast Menus

Activities Calendar

Students of the Week
We are pleased to recognize this quarter’s Students of the Week. We are grateful for the example they set each day and extend our sincere congratulations to these students for their hard work and commitment to St. John Paul II School. Click here to view each of the first-quarter honorees.

Grades 6-8 Christmas Dance is Fri. Dec. 5
The Christmas dance will be held from 7-9 on Friday, December 5 in the JPII gym. Please click HERE for more information.

Toys for Tots Toy Drive is Dec. 1-12
The National Junior Honor Society is once again participating in the Toys For Tots toy drive at St. John Paul II School. Take advantage of the Black Friday discounts and pick something up for a child in need this holiday season if you can! For more information, please click HERE.

Enjoy The Polar Express in the JPII Gym on Dec. 13
Enjoy a few hours of Christmas shopping while students get in the holiday spirit. The Preparatory Division Student Council will be sponsoring a movie in the gym at the Prep on Saturday, December 13. Cost is $5 per student and the movie will be The Polar Express. Click HERE to view the flyer.

Christmas Wreath Activity for Grade 7
On Tuesday, December 9 at 1:30 PM, grade 7 will have a special Christmas celebration together as a class, complete with wreath decorating, music, and cocoa! For more information, click  HERE.

Despite the cold weather, we still go outside!
As winter approaches and temperatures drop, we want to ensure the well-being and comfort of our students during recess. With that in mind, please remind your child to bring their hats and coats to school, especially as we head into the winter season.

Lunch Volunteers Needed – Preparatory Division
Do you have an hour to come to school and help with the lunch program? Volunteers are needed at the Preparatory Division to assist 11:00 to 12:00. Click HERE to sign up. It can be one hour a month or one hour a week, whatever fits your schedule! 

This Week:
Mon. Dec. 1
First day of Winter Sports
Toys For Tots Toy Drive Starts

Tues. Dec 2
6:30-7:30 PM: HSA Meeting

Wed. Dec 3
3:00-4:00 PM: Bowling Club
6:00 PM: Women’s Advent Mass  RSVP Here.

Thurs. Dec. 4:
No Study Hall: Faculty and Staff Holiday Gathering

Fri. Dec 5:
7:00-9:00 PM: Gr 6-8 Christmas Dance

Next Week:
Tues. Dec. 9
3:00-5:00 PM: Spring Musical Auditions
Gr. 7 Christmas Wreath Activity

Wed. Dec. 10:
3:00-5:00 PM: Spring Musical Auditions

Thurs. Dec. 11:
Gr. 6 Gingerbread House Activity

Fri. Dec. 12:
Gr. 5 & 8 Buddy Christmas Party

Sat. Dec 13:
4:00-6:00 PM: Polar Express Movie Event

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GR 9 – 12 INFORMATION  

Student Helpers Needed for Hyannis Christmas Stroll
Come and spread some JPII Christmas cheer!  The Admissions Team will have a table at the Hyannis Stroll on Saturday, December 6th and are looking for students to represent JPII and help distribute candy canes.  Two shifts are available 11 AM – 1 PM and 1 PM-3 PM.  Please sign up at the office on Monday. Upon sign up, students will receive details on where to meet.  Questions?  Contact Mrs. Keras at mkeras@JPIIHyannis.org. 

Secret Santa For Seniors
Senior Cody Boghdan is once again working with the Yarmouth Police Department to bring joy, comfort and companionship to senior citizens in need. Please click HERE to learn more about the details of this project and to donate to ensure our senior citizens feel seen this holiday season.

Change for Change – to benefit our local Veterans
Quinn Dillon, junior, is the first student Ambassador working with the Veterans Outreach Center on Cape Cod.  This initiative is to raise awareness and funds for our local Veterans.  Our goal is 500.00 which we hope to raise by the end of November.  We are encouraging every student to bring in dollar bills or coins. Please consider donating or sending in a donation with your son/daughter.  Collection bins will be in Theology classrooms.  Please think about donating!

Guidance Notes
On Wednesday, December 10 there will be a virtual guidance session from 7:00-8:00 PM covering the topic of Understanding the PSATs. A link will be emailed to you prior to the session.

Guidance appointments on Wednesdays throughout the semester are available on the Sign-Up Genius located HERE.

This Week:
Mon. Dec 1:
First day of Winter Sports

Wed. Dec 3:
6:00 PM: Women’s Advent Mass  RSVP Here.

Next Week:
Tues. Dec. 9
3:00-5:00 PM: Spring Musical Auditions

Wed. Dec. 10:
3:00-5:00 PM: Spring Musical Auditions
7:00 PM: Guidance Mini-Session:Understanding the PSATS

Thurs. Dec 11:
7:00 PM: Christmas Concert