Catholic Schools Week and Groundhog Day

Posted on: 02.03.2021

When I first came to Pope John Paul II High School in January 2020, I was greeted by a professional staff who made me feel welcomed and comfortable. Of course, that’s what I expected from a Catholic school. I attended Catholic Schools from Kindergarten through twelfth grade in Baltimore, Maryland, and taught in three Catholic Schools earlier

Watch the JPII “Virtual Open House” 2021

Posted on: 01.20.2021

Pope John Paul II High School successfully hosts “Virtual Open House” for incoming families interested in applying for the 2021-22 school year. WATCH THE VIDEO BELOW. All interested students and families are welcome. We will have a variety of Q&A panels, a virtual tour, and a chance to see the JPII educational process

State Superintendent Chris Reykdal Nominates JPII Student for the 2021 US Presidential Scholars Program.

Posted on: 01.08.2021

Joe was selected on the basis of his superior academic achievements, leadership qualities, strong character, and involvement in community and school activities. After competing with students at the state level, Joe has been selected as a representative for WA State. Please help us wish Joe well as he advances to the national

JPII Students Interviewed in Northwest Catholic Magazine

Posted on: 01.08.2021

Archbishop Etienne announced a Year of the Eucharist last summer, which began on the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ on June 14, and will conclude with the same solemnity on Sunday, June 6, 2021. Mr. Hayden realized this proclamation could provide great opportunities for authentic dialogue among students as they traveled along their

ThurstonTalk Recognizes JPII Community Service

Posted on: 12.26.2020

Senior Anna Brown Helps Promote the JPII Advantage in ThurstonTalk Anna understands that leaders take initiative. Despite many challenges, she continuously steps up to guide the JPII National Honor Society and actively leads as a contributing member of the student body. As the JPII Annual NHS Chili Drive kicked off, she recognized the

Watch the Original Production of “The Santa Monologues”

Posted on: 12.19.2020

The JPII performing arts class delivers again. Even when our students are learning at a distance, their creativity is boosted through the inspiration and direction of Mr. Bob McKenzie-Sullivan. This project started with a creative writing challenge whereby students created a Christmas story. The twist comes when the monologues are performed

JPII COVID Updates: On-Campus, In-Person Learning Continues

Posted on: 12.18.2020

2020-2021 JPII Education Plan Updated: March 5, 2021 | Posted: January 26, 2021 JPII students returned to campus on Tuesday, January 5, 2021, while following the big-three mitigation protocols: wearing a mask, physical distancing and washing hands. Additionally, our leadership team firmly believes in the effectiveness of daily in-person

The 2020 Annual Appeal Launches with a $50,000 Matching Challenge!

Posted on: 11.24.2020

Every gift matters because every dollar goes to need-based scholarships. Read our Appeal letter, written by junior Vivi Kondrat, and give generously! 2020 Annual Appeal

JPII Virtual Theater Presents Edgar Allen Poe’s A Tell-Tale Heart for Halloween

Posted on: 10.30.2020

Greetings from the Performing Arts Department. We present to you a seasonal favorite performed by students and faculty from JPII, with a little help from our Virtual Media Stage. As Halloween approaches, this famous work of Edgar Allen Poe sets the tone for stories, chills, and things that go bump in the night. Watch, listen,

Senior Recognition from Coach Weber

Posted on: 10.09.2020

Oct 9 | By Coach Larry Weber. Each year I honor our seniors by recognizing their accomplishments as a group. I also write a summary of each senior's story in my blog. This class is not finished yet! However, here are some of their team and individual accomplishments to date. Summary of the 2020 Cross-Country Class The final