ALL SCHOOL NEWS

Women’s Advent Mass and Reception:

Before we become inundated with holiday preparations, we invite the women of our JPII community–mothers, grandmothers, and caretakers to our students–to reflect on the special role of our own Blessed Mother in the Advent Season on Thursday, December 5. We will begin our evening together at 6 PM with the Celebration of Mass in Our Lady of Fatima Chapel. A reception will follow Mass in the Academic Resource Center. Please RSVP HERE.

Giving Tuesday is December 3

Get ready for an AMAZING opportunity for Giving Tuesday! By now, you should have heard that a generous donor has offered to match up to $50,000 in increased and new donations this year. We have until December 31 to get there!

To help us kick start our goal, for 24 hours on Giving Tuesday, December 3, 100% of your online donation will be matched! You heard that right! If you donate to the Blue & Gold Annual Fund online on December 3 between 12:00 A.M. and 11:59 P.M.  your donation will be matched  DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR! Learn about the Blue & Gold Annual Fund here. 

Bishop’s Day Off has been scheduled!

On Grandparents and Special Friends Day, Bishop da Cunha graciously awarded our students a day off. For planning purposes, Monday, March 17, 2025 has been designated as “The Bishop’s Day Off!” Many thanks to Bishop da Cunha for this gift!

Financial Assistance for the 2025-2026 School Year

The online application for financial assistance for the 2025-2026 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

Mass will be celebrated on Monday and Wednesday at 7:30 A.M. in the Our Lady of Fatima Chapel at the High School. The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be offered on Tuesday after school. Morning prayer will be on Thursday morning.

Barnstable Substance Abuse Forum-December 3, 5:30 – 7:30 P.M.

The annual Substance Abuse Forum educates parents on the dangers of substances, how these products specifically target children, and the common substances seen used in children today. A speaker will be there to discuss effective ways to communicate with your child if you believe there is a substance abuse issue in your home and the Town of Barnstable Police Department School Resource Officers will also be presenting. The Hidden In Plain Sight Trailer from the Barnstable Police Department will also be present. View the flyer here.

Sports Schedules: 

Your resource for sports schedules can be found HERE.

School Store Hours:

This Week: 2:30-3:30
Mon. Dec 2
Fri. Dec 6

Looking Ahead: 2:30-3:30
Tues. Dec. 10
Thurs. Dec. 12
Fri. Dec. 13

GRADES 5 – 8 INFORMATION

Printable Calendars for December

December Calendars with upcoming dates and important information: 

December Breakfast and Lunch Calendars

December Clubs & Activities Calendar

Toys For Tots

The National Junior Honor Society is once again collecting Toys for the Toys For Tots Stuff-A-Bus campaign. Please help our neighbors by bringing in a new donated toy any time from Dec.2 until Dec 13.

Here is a flyer to view more information.

Lion For A Day!

Do you know someone interested in JPII? Invite them to spend a day with us and visit classes, meet students and teachers, walk the halls, and experience a “real” school day at JPII! JPII Grade 8 students are  also welcome to visit the high school for a day or half-day. Come meet future schoolmates and teachers while getting a feel for 9th grade.

Please contact Admissions Director Michael Wahle at mwahle@jpiihyannis.org to schedule a visit day. 

Lunch Volunteers Still Needed

We could still use volunteers to assist with the lunch program. Please sign up HERE. It can be once a week, once a month, whatever works!

This Week:

Tues. Dec 3:
Gr 7 Boys: Field Trip to Cape Cod Maritime Museum
3:00-4:00: MakerSpace
5:30-6:30 P.M. Prep Winter Sports Meeting
6:30-7:30: HSA Meeting

Wed. Dec 4:
Gr 7 Girls Field Trip To Cape Cod Maritime Museum
3:00-4:45 P.M. Bowling Club
3:00-4:00: Lego Club

Thurs. Dec 5:
6:00-8:00 P.M. Women’s Advent Mass and Reception

RSVP HERE

Fri. Dec 6:
Grades 6-8: Christmas Dance

Looking Ahead

Tues. Dec 10.
3:00-4:00: MakerSpace
No study hall

Wed. Dec 11
3:00 Lego Club

GRADES 9 – 12 INFORMATION

Toys for Tots Collection:

Don’t forget that the National Honor Society is once again collecting toys for the Toys for Tots Stuff-a-Bus campaign. Grades 9-12 will attend a donation assembly on the morning of Friday, December 13 and our goal is to collect 450 toys. Thank you in advance for your generosity! Toys for Tots is always one of our school’s greatest giving traditions! 

Mark Your Calendars

The Advent and Christmas Concert will be held on Friday, December 13. Save the date for a wonderful evening celebrating the spirit of the season.

Junior Service: 

Junior, Cody Boghdan is working with the Yarmouth Fire Department on a Secret Santa for Seniors.  The goal is to ensure every senior feels loved and remembered. For many, the holidays can feel isolating, and we hope these thoughtful gifts bring warmth and joy.

We’re currently accepting gift card donations (suggested retailers: Stop & Shop, Shaws, CVS,Walgreens, and local restaurants). Donations will help the JPII and Yarmouth Police Department “elves” create beautiful gift bags for our seniors. Every contribution—big or small—makes a difference!  Gift cards can be dropped off at JPII, care of Cody. 

This Week:  

Mon. Dec 2
8:00 A.M. Advent Prayer Service

Tues. Dec. 3
SEL Advisory

Wed. Dec 4: 
3:00-4:00: Engineering Club

Thurs. Dec 5:
6:00-8:00 P.M. Women’s Advent Mass and Reception

RSVP HERE

Fri. Dec. 6
Q2 Interim grades due

Looking Ahead:  

Wed. Dec 11:
3:00-4:00: Engineering Club
7:00-8:30: Sophomore Guidance Night

Fri Dec 13:

Advent Christmas Concert