JPII Competes on the State Stage

Posted on: 02.26.2026

This week, two JPII teams head to state-level competitions, representing the school with excellence, focus, and school pride. A team of six Chess players will travel to Everett on Friday and Saturday to compete in the State Chess Tournament, where they will seek to defend their title as two-time defending state champions. At the same time, seven

Trusting God Beyond Comfort Zones

Posted on: 02.06.2026

Senior Amy Kondrat returned to JPII this fall with a deeper understanding of faith, service, and trusting God after a transformative mission trip to Vietnam with the Saint Michael Parish Vietnamese community. What began as a last-minute opportunity quickly became one of the most formative experiences of her high school years—largely because it

Celebrating Coach Larry Weber: Hall of Fame Inductee

Posted on: 12.11.2025

Many in our community may already have heard the exciting news, but it deserves to be celebrated far and wide: Coach Larry Weber, JPII’s longtime cross country and track & field coach, has been selected for induction into the Washington State Coaches Cross-Country Hall of Fame. This prestigious honor will be awarded at a ceremony on January

Commended scholars at pose with JPII's Principal.

Two Seniors Named Commended Students

Posted on: 09.22.2025

JPII High School is proud to announce that seniors Amy and Caleb have been named Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. This recognition highlights their academic achievement and places them among the nation’s top high school scholars. What It Means to Be a National Merit Commended Student The National Merit

JPII boys runners lead a pack and earn pre-season poll top rankings.

Cross Country Teams Top Ranked in Washington State Pre-Season Poll

Posted on: 08.12.2025

JPII High School’s cross country program is starting the 2025 season with top honors in the Washington State High School Cross Country pre-season poll rankings. The Washd Runner, a leading source for high school running coverage in Washington, has ranked both the JPII Girls Cross Country Team and the JPII Boys Cross Country Team as No. 1 in the

Head of School, Braeden Neal and Fr. John Paul Tomassi after the Baccalaureate Mass.

Braeden Neal Appointed Principal and Head of School

Posted on: 07.29.2025

We are proud to announce that Braeden Neal has been appointed Principal and Head of School at Pope John Paul II High School, effective July 23, 2025. The decision, shared by the Board of Directors, marks a new chapter in the school’s leadership and is rooted in a shared commitment to faith, excellence, and community. Mr. Neal’s appointment

JPII girls track & field tops the podium at State.

JPII Tops the Podium at State Track and Field

Posted on: 06.13.2025

The JPII girls track and field team topped the podium in a soaring victory at the WIAA Gesa Credit Union State Championships in late May. With a commanding performance across distance, hurdles, relays, and field events, the Eagles reaffirmed their place as one of Washington’s most dominant high school track programs. The team was led by

Annual Appeal 2024 Goal Reached

Posted on: 05.12.2025

We are excited to share wonderful news with our community—thanks to your incredible generosity, Pope John Paul II High School has successfully reached our Annual Appeal 2024 goal of $210,000! This accomplishment reflects the deep commitment of our families, alumni, and friends to making a Catholic, college-preparatory education accessible

Accreditation Update

Posted on: 12.16.2024

At JPII, we are committed to providing an exceptional education rooted in faith, academic excellence, and community values. Recently, we welcomed an accreditation team to our campus in the final step of a comprehensive review of our programs, mission, and impact. The accreditation team praised JPII for our academic excellence and Catholic

When Passion Meets Opportunity: Johns Hopkins Internship

Posted on: 11.13.2024

What happens when passion meets opportunity? This summer, JPII senior Sisi embarked on an extraordinary journey through an internship at Johns Hopkins University. In her insightful interview, Sisi shares her experience diving into cutting-edge research, collaborating with world-class scientists, and exploring new horizons in her academic