ALL SCHOOL NEWS

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-Pat and Mary Crofford, P’23, ‘25, ‘26, ‘32

Blue and Gold Annual Fund Chairs

 Find more information about the Blue & Gold Annual Fund here. 

Transportation Reminder
Friday, February 6: Dismissal is at 11:24 
There will be no afternoon Barnstable or RTA buses
The Over the Bridge Bus schedule for all early dismissal days is as follows:
Pick up at 11:40.

Approximate drop-off times are:
Market Basket: 12:10
St. Margaret’s: 12:25
Panera Plymouth: 12:50

Help Us Spread the Word: MINI OPEN HOUSE FEBRUARY 5
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 invite them to our Mini Open-House on February 5, 2026.  Flyer Attached HERE. 

Parent Partnership Meeting is Feb 11
The next meeting of the Parent Partnership will be held on Wednesday, February 11 at 8:15 AM. WTopics of discussion will include the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Home & Garden Show and more! Please RSVP HERE to let us know you are coming.

Now Hiring at the Preparatory Division
We’re excited to share an employment opportunity at St. John Paul II School! The Preparatory Division is currently seeking a dedicated Grades 5–8 Custodian to join our community. This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive, mission-driven environment that serves our students each day. Please see the job description HERE.   Know someone who may be a great fit? Help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity!

A Message from the Admissions Office
JPII offers continuous enrollment, so you do not need to fill out a new application to re-enroll for next year. All you need to do is submit your Online Information Update between the end of the current school year and the start of the 2026-2027 school year.  The Online Information Update packet will be emailed to you in the coming months. We ask that current 8th grade students who intend to continue onto the High School Division next year complete the additional step of filling out and submitting our Intent to Continue form.

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.

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

Athletics

Please use the link below to view all of our winter schedules and check back here each week for the winter game of the week. Roar Lions!

Game of the Week: SENIOR NIGHT ALERT!
This week we feature the women’s hockey on their home ice at Tony Kent Arena at 3:00 PM. This is the Senior celebration game! If you can only make one game this week, come cheer on our seniors!

Click HERE for the winter sports schedule.

The Roar Store 
The Roar Store will be open Monday through Thursday from 2:45-3:30. We are looking for volunteers to help in the school store.  Please reach out to Amy Kowal at akowal@jpiihyannis.org if interested.

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GR 5 – 8 INFORMATION

Important Calendars for the month:
Lunch and Breakfast Menus

Activities Calendar

Wednesday, Feb 4 is Quarter Two Honors Assembly
Friends and family are invited to attend our Second Quarter Honors Assembly on Wednesday, Feb 4 at 8:30 AM in the JPII gymnasium. 

It’s A Red, White & Pink Out Dance! 
Grades 6-8 will have a Red, White and Pink Out Dance on Friday, February 7 in the JPII Gym from 7:00-9:00. For more information, please see the flyer HERE.

Help make this event a huge success by clicking HERE to view the HSA SignUp Genius.

Despite the cold weather, we still go outside
Winter is here and temperatures have dropped, 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.

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:
Tues. Feb 3
Gr. 6 Retreat
No Study Hall
6:30 PM: HSA Meeting

Wed. Feb 4
8:30 AM: Qtr. 2 Honors Assembly

Thurs. Feb 5
9:00-10:30 AM: Mini Open House

Fri. Feb 6
Team Dress Down Day
11:24 AM: Dismissal
7:00 PM: Gr 6-8 Red, White & Pink Out Dance

Next Week:
Tues. Feb 10
Gr. 7 Retreat

Wed. Feb 11
8:15 AM: Parent Partnership
3:00-4:00: Bowling Club

Fri. Feb 13
Student Council Dress Down Day $2
Get Away Day:
No aftercare/study hall

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GR 9 – 12 INFORMATION  

Anything But A Backpack Rescheduled to February 4
The National Honor Society is hosting an “Anything But A Backpack” drive for School On Wheels as part of Catholic Schools Week. On Tuesday, February 4, any student that donates a backpack for School on Wheels is eligible to bring in anything BUT a backpack for their own personal use at school For more details on the program and how it works, please click HERE.

JPII Science and Engineering Fair is Feb. 10, 2026
The annual JPII Science and Engineering Fair will be held on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026. Student scientists will present their independent research projects from 5-6:30 pm, with a short awards ceremony following. This event is mandatory for all CP and Pre-AP Biology students, but all are welcome to attend.

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

The next Guidance Night will be a virtual presentation on the scheduling process at St. John Paul II School  on February 4 from 7:00-8:00 PM.

This Week:
Tues. Feb 3
Sports/Club Pictures

Wed. Feb 4
Anything But A Backpack
7:00 PM: Virtual Guidance Session: Scheduling Process

Thurs. Feb 5
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM: Mini Open House

Next Week:
Tues. Feb 10:
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Science and Engineering Fair

Wed. Feb 11
Gr. 10 Retreat
8:15 AM: Parent Partnership

Fri. Feb 13
Senior Dress Down Day