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Important Events
August 28, 2012
6:30 PM
Back to School Night
September 3, 2012
Labor Day Holiday - NO SCHOOL
September 7, 2012
12:00 PM
Early Dismissal for Students
September 7, 2012
12:00 PM
Senior Photo Makeups
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Submit an Announcement
The
Weekly e-Bulletin will be sent out every Monday. Announcements must be
submitted by Friday at noon to be included in the next week's bulletin. All announcements are approved by Tim
Petersen prior to publication.
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Prayer Line
At Pope John, our school community lifts each other up in prayer during
times of need. If you have a prayer request, or to join the prayer line,
please email pj23prays@yahoo.com. |
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Back to School Night will be held Tuesday, August 28 at 6:30 p.m. The evening will start with a welcome and introductions in the competition gymnasium, and the classroom program will run from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. All parents are welcome to come and meet the staff and their student's teachers for the 2012-2013 school year. Little Flower Catholic Bookstore will be present during the evening, selling religious books and gifts in the library.
Our homecoming game and dance have been rescheduled for the weekend of October 5, 2012. Our lions will play against Second Baptist at 7:00 p.m. on the fifth, and the Homecoming Dance will be the evening of Saturday, October 6.
Below are your announcements for the week of August 27, 2012. |
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1. Family Commitment Opportunities
We are once again selling advertisements in the fall sports program. These ad sales count 100% towards your family commitment requirements, so make sure to solicit your favorite businesses or add in an ad of your own to help with your family commitment for the 2012-2013 school year!
The form for the fall sports program can be found on the school's website. The deadline is coming up soon (Friday, September 7), so make sure you don't miss this opportunity!
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2. Kaplan Partnership
Pope John XXIII High School is pleased to announce that we have partnered with Kaplan for the 2012 - 2013 academic year. The Kaplan curriculum has been implemented in our ACT/ SAT Math and English courses in order to further prepare our students for college.
Additionally, freshman Math and English lab classes are utilizing Kaplan in order to supplement curriculum and build a strong foundation in these important subject areas.
Finally, as a result of our partnership, all Pope John XXIII students can take advantage of Kaplan PSAT, SAT, and ACT preparation for free. Simply log on to kaptest.com/kas and enter the following codes in the check out screen:
For PSAT: KAS1211PSAT
For SAT: KAS1211SAT
For ACT: KAS1211ACT
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3. School Visitor Policy
Pope John XXII High School and its faculty and staff welcome visitors to our campus. At the same time, we must provide for the safety and welfare of our students, faculty, and staff. School personnel will work to assure that parents and other visitors are courteously acknowledged and that genuine efforts are made to provide them with information as needed to promote our relationships between Pope John XXIII School and the community.
General Requirements for Visitors:
- All visitors must register at the front office when arriving or departing the campus during school hours.
- Any person who does not register at the school office will be asked to identify himself/herself and properly escorted to the front office.
- After completing the sign-in procedure, visitors will be issued a visitor's badge that must be in plain view.
- All visitors must comply at all times with Pope John XXIII High School policies, rules, and regulations
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4. Theology Classes for Adults
Theology Classes for Adults will begin next month. Classes for ladies will be held every other week during A period (on Crimson Days) in Room 204. The men's class will be the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month beginning at 6:30 p.m., also in Room 204. If you have any questions about these classes, you can contact Mr. Mark Baker at mbaker@pj23.org.
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5. New Sign on Grand Parkway
Our Paddles Up project from the 2012 gala was a huge success and raised much-needed funds for a new sign on the Grand Parkway. We have received multiple bids for signs for the entrance from 99. Due to the construction on the expansion of the freeway, the facilities committee wants to see the finished height of the of the freeway before deciding on the height of the sign. A shorter sign similar to the one in the front entrance may be installed, or a taller sign visible from the freeway may be selected if the height and cost are within the budget constraints. If you have any further questions about this project, please contact Candace Brawner in the Advancement office.
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6. College Application Information Night
College Application Process Information Night - Wednesday, September 12th at 6:30 pm in the Half Cafe.
This evening will provide senior students and their parents with the opportunity to meet Mr. Jeff Tesone, the new College Counselor, and listen to him speak about a variety of topics relating to the college admissions process. Items covered will include applying to Texas public schools, identifying good private and out of state public school fits, reporting of standardized test scores, essay writing, and obtaining teacher recommendations. Ample time will be provided at the end of the session for question asking and speaking with Mr. Tesone once the program has concluded. |
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7. Sports Program Kudos
We will be selling kudos in the fall sports program for anyone who wants to show their support for their favorite athlete, cheerleader, or band member! Kudos are available in quarter, half, and full page sizes. Kudos are due to Gillian Kruse in the Advancement Office by Friday, September 7. Robin Palmer has offered her assistance in creating kudos for parents ordering them. An example of her work is below - you can contact her at rkpalmer62@me.com.  |
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8. Roar Store News
The Roar Store is up and running! We now offer a bigger and better selection of apparel! We have a new selection of different style shirts including a baseball shirt, a camp shirt and a Henley shirt. A new selection of performance polos is also available in both ladies' and men's styles. Redesigned t-shirts featuring the new Pope John logos are also available.
New school spirit items are being developed and should be available in the next couple of weeks. The Roar Store also offers a limited selection of school supplies such as composition and spiral notebooks, index cards, pens and pencils, binder and graph paper, as well as microwavable lunch items, snacks and drinks. Stop by and check out the Roar Store. The store is open every day before school and during lunch.
For your shopping convenience, the Roar Store will be open during Back To School Night on Tuesday, August 28th.
The Roar Store is in need of volunteers to work the store before school, during lunch and possibly after school. This is a great opportunity to meet the students at Pope John! It's fun and easy...no need to plan or organize...just show up. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Shelley Reiter at shelreiter@yahoo.com for available days and times.
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9. Electronics Recycling
Don't toss out those old phones, computers, or ink cartridges! This year, Pope John is collecting used electronics, ink cartridges, and jewelry for recycling and will receive fundraising dollars for the technology department for every item donated. Bring your items to the business office and drop them off in the marked box! Every little bit helps both the school and the environment. Contact Gillian Kruse at gkruse@pj23.org for more information. |
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10. Campus Ministry News
Join us Wednesday, September 5th for the kick-off of Adore Ministries Fall Series, Vintage Faith! The event will take place at the Catholic Charismatic Center from 7-9PM. We will need parent volunteers to chaperone. Contact sdemois@pj23.org if you can help!
Our Freshman Retreat will take place on September 26th from 8AM - 3PM at Epiphany of Our Lord Catholic Church. Freshmen students should be dropped off at Epiphany that morning, not at Pope John. Permission forms will be distributed the week of September 4th.
Plans for Kairos V are underway!! If you are a Junior or Senior and would like to join us, please write a short essay explaining why you'd like to attend and turn it into the Campus Ministry office by Friday, August 31st. The Kairos retreat is a spiritual retreat that allows students to rejuvenate their relationship with Christ. Kairos V will be held at Forest Glenn Retreat Center from January 3rd - 6th. Spaces are limited.
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11. Katy Rice Harvest Festival Parade
Mark your calendar for the upcoming RICE HARVEST FESTIVAL PARADE on Saturday, October 6. Our theme is "Rice Ta Meet Ya!" Fun times for the entire PJ school body! We will meet at Pope John at 7 a.m. to decorate the float and trucks, caravan to Old Katy for the parade with our marching band, and then return to school by noon. We need parents to drive and walk with the group. Donations of new or recycled Mardi Gras beads and bags of covered candies are also needed (please send to the art room). Students MUST have signed participation forms to participate, which will be ready closer to the time of the event. Come and join us with top hats and mustaches! Contact Ms.O'Donnell, art teacher, at codonnell@pj23.org for more information. Planning meetings will begin Monday, September 10, after school.
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12. Autumn Harvest Market
1st Annual Autumn Harvest Market, featuring Arts, Crafts and Boutique Items, from 7:30am - 1:00pm in the school gym on Saturday, October 27. 12x12 spaces are available to rent for $50. If interested, please contact Jackie Sitton re: Autumn Harvest Market at autumnharvestmarket@yahoo.com. Space is limited so act fast! Call or email me if you have any questions!
-- Jackie Sitton, 713 540-5237
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13. NHS News
There are some important dates for the National Honor Society early next school year - be sure to mark them on your calendars!
August 20th - National Honor Society applications for the 2012 - 2013 school year will be available to students who meet the following criteria:
- GPA of 3.5 or higher
-The student has been enrolled at Pope John XXIII for at least one full semester
Applications can be found in the front office and in room 114. Ask Ms. Burkholder or Ms. Nosser for additional information.
September 10th - National Honor Society applications are due
September 19th - National Honor Society Blood Drive 8 am - 2 pm in the practice gymnasium. To schedule an appointment, visit www.giveblood.org and login to Digital Donor. Enter Sponsor code U205.
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14. Senior News
Used Uniform Sale
The class of 2013 will be holding a used uniform sale during the Back to School Night activities on August 28. If you have any used uniform items that you are able to donate, please drop them off at the office.
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The poinsettia sale has begun. These are the most beautiful poinsettias from Brookwood. Every senior student should have received an order form at Lion Pride Day. Make sure to get your orders in before the October deadline!
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Senior year is an exciting time for students and PJ23 has a number of traditions that highlight the uniqueness of being a Senior Lion. There are several activities scheduled throughout the year both for our seniors and to raise funds for end-of-year activities. Fundraising is primarily to offset the cost of prom and to have a Senior Fun Day after senior finals. Lots of volunteers are needed for these activities - parents and students. Please read the attached descriptions and return your volunteer form as soon as possible. Thank you in advance for all your support. ------------------------------------------------------------------ There is a Facebook group for senior parents to get senior-related news, ask questions, and learn more about this exciting year! Go to the Facebook page and request to join, and you can get started learning everything there is to be about being a senior parent!
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15. Yard Signs and Car Decals
Cheer is running the Custom Yard Sign and Window Decal fundraiser again this year! Attached is the order form which can be filled out and returned to the office. There will be a table at Parent's Night, Tuesday the 28th, and order forms will be available there. Samples of the signs are attached to the forms and we will have samples at the table as well. The yard signs are 60.00 each (+8.25% tax), with no limit on the number of activities included. Window decals are 13.00 each (+8.25% tax). Please make checks payable to PJHS Cheer. |
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16. Chick-fil-a Breakfasts
Starting Tuesday, August 21, the senior class will be selling chicken breakfast biscuits from Chick-fil-a before school. Make sure to support the class of 2013!
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17. Girls Basketball News
The girls basketball team will begin their pre-season workouts on Thursday, August 30 from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Any girls interested in playing basketball for Pope John this year should contact one of the returning players or Coach Linhart for more information. |
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18. Cross Country News
The cross country team competed at the Incarnate Word Academy Invitational this past weekend and brought 20 runners to compete for Pope John. Our Junior Varsity girls took second place overall, and five runners medaled - Emily Yoder (1st place JV), Brandie Guice (4th place JV), Kara Christopherson (7th place JV), Bethany Villafranca (11th place JV), and Maria Gonzales (5th place Varsity). Way to go, Lions!  |
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19. Book Drive
As part of her Girl Scout Project, Hannah Krusleski, Class of 2014, will be collecting books at Pope John for the Learn English Ministry. The book drive will take place from August 20th thru August 31st. The books can be new or gently used, preferably children or young adult books, with the level of reading being beginner to intermediate. However, other books will also be accepted. The collection box will be located just outside of the front office. If you have any questions please contact Hannah at hkkrusleski@gmail.com. Thank you for your support.
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