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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 atm8789@sbcglobal.net. |
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Final exams will be administered by academic department per the following schedule:
Monday, December 17
8:15 - 9:45 Social Studies
10:00 - 11:30 English
11:45 - 1:15 Social Studies/ English Conflicts
Tuesday, December 18
8:15 - 9:45 Theology
10:00 - 11:30 Math
11:45 - 1:15 Theology/Math Conflicts
Wednesday, December 19
8:15 - 9:45 Science
10:00 - 11:30 Foreign Language
11:45 - 1:15 Science/Foreign Language Conflicts
Thursday, December 20
8:15 - 9:45 Electives
10:00 - 11:30 Make -Up Exams
11:45 - 1:15 Make - Up Exams
Friday, December 21
8:15 - 9:45 Make- Up Exams
Students are expected to take finals exams at the assigned time. Make-up exams are ONLY for students who are unable to take their exam at the assigned time due to illness. Conflict exams and make-up exams must be scheduled with the Academic Dean.
Students who do not have an 8:15 exam are not required to come to school until the second exam period. Students may leave school after their last final of the day.
Students who are on campus must be in an exam room or the assigned study area (new gym lobby).
Below are your announcements for the week of December 10, 2012.
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GALA ITEM OF THE WEEK
Wondering what great items we will be presenting at our gala this year? Make sure to check this space weekly for our Item of the Week!
This week's featured item is a six-night, seven-day stay in a beach house on Hilton Head Island in South Carolina. Head on out and enjoy the beautiful sandy beaches and have a relaxing, family-friendly week away from the hustle and bustle! This three bedroom, three bath villa is a short walk to the Harbour Town Marina and is in the desirable Sea Pines area, which features horseback riding, sailing, and much more! Check the website for the home's availability.
 Make sure to come to the gala on February 9, 2013 and bid on this wonderful, relaxing trip!  |
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1. Raffle Tickets
We only have a few ticket collection days remaining (Tuesday, December 11; Tuesday, January 15; and Tuesday, February 5) so make sure you get your tickets and money in, Lions! You won't want to miss out on the two spring raffle holidays!
Families will also be able to sell extra raffle tickets to go towards their family commitment credit. For every ticket/book that is sold above the 15 that are required to receive all of the raffle holidays and incentives, the family will receive family commitment credit. For example, if you sell 20 books, you would get credit for 5 for your family commitment (or $100). If you have any questions about the raffle and family commitment, please contact Julie Koch, Gillian Kruse, or Candace Brawner, raffle chairs.
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2. School Lunch
Please go to your lunch account at www.myschoolaccount.com
and update your account status. Many accounts are currently overdrawn and need to have more funds placed in them.
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3. Aloha! Gala
ALOHA! This time has come to start with preparations for the 2013 Gala. Now that holiday shopping is in full swing please consider picking up something to donate to the Gala and Auction. We are ready to start taking donations! Thank you in advance for making this a successful event!You may underwrite a portion of the event (or solicit an area business to do so), solicit or donate an item (the amount it sells for is the amount you will receive in credit), or solicit an advertisement for the gala program. The deadlines for these are in late January to early February, so you've got some time to start working on your family commitment credit!
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4. Garage Sale
The Sr. Class of 2013 is hosting a community-wide Garage Sale; we would like to invite your club, team or group to this fundraising event.
Event will be Saturday March 2nd, 2013 from 7:30 am to noon in our school gym. The cost is $30.00 for a 12X12 size booth. Booths will be reserved on a first come, first served basis. Please contact me as soon as possible to reserve your booth.
We will also be inviting outside vendors to participate starting in Jan, so act fast to guarantee your spot. This is a great way to clean out your clutter and raise money for your organization.
Thank you,
Ana Sanchez
Garage Sale Chair
Cell 281-932-2486
ams1965@att.net
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5. Campus Ministry News
Freshman service hours and papers are due January 7th. Please check the information on the Campus Ministry page of the PJ website for current opportunities. There are several projects available over the upcoming holidays.
Pope John XXIII is very blessed have adoration of the Blessed Sacrament a couple times per month, usually on the first and third Fridays. Parent volunteers are needed to sign up to adore Christ in the Eucharist for hour time slots, allowing the students to come and go to adoration as fits their schedules. Volunteers sign up as fits their schedules throughout the year. If you would like to be on the email list of volunteers for adoration, please email Becky Neeson at atm8789@sbcglobal.net.
Just a reminder - Mass is offered in the school chapel on Mondays at 3:20 p.m. and Wednesdays at 7:00 a.m. All students, parents, and teachers are welcome to attend.
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6. Electronics Recycling
Don't toss out those old cell phones, laptops, 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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7. Service Opportunities
HOLIDAY OPPORTUNITIES TO WEAR THE RED & MAKE A DIFFERENCE......
The City Wide Club is sponsoring the 34th annual Thanksgiving Day Big Super Feast and The annual Christmas Eve Big Feast!! Sign up to volunteer for a shift at www.citywideclub.com/donate.php
Waste Management Super Feast......Help feed 15 to 20 thousand of Houston's needy or homeless inhabitants outside of Houston City Hall, Tranquility Park and Walker Street. Sign up to serve or distribute blankets and clothing. Dinner hours are from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. First shift is from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and the second shift is from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Children are welcome and can work along side their parents. Location- 400 Walker St. 713.516.3501
Volunteer Houston will coordinate visits to local nursing homes by volunteers of all ages. Choose either the Cy-Fair Houston location or central location in the Upper Kirby District as a meeting place. Visits will begin at 9:30 and last between 45 and 90 minutes.
Grace Care Center of Cypress 9602 Huffmeister
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Volunteer Houston Offices 3015 Richmond, Suite 100 713.965.0031
Thank you so much for your generosity!!
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9. Fine Arts News
From Fine Arts Department: Merry Christmas to everyone and thank you to all of the Fine Arts Department students on Dec. 5th for a wonderful arts showcase full of Christmas spirit! This was our 9th annual Pope John showcase filled with art displays, band and strings ensembles, and choir performances with 400 in attendance. We are truly blessed to be surrounded with such creativity! Please send your unwrapped gifts or gift cards for the Krause Teen Center service project to Ms. O'Donnell in the art room no later than Dec. 12th for delivery. Ms. O'Donnell and Mrs. Elko send their special thanks to our parents for coordinating the reception for all to enjoy. Christmas blessings to all!
Mrs. Barry and her students will be presenting "The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet" in the new gym on Dec. 13,14, and 15 and $5 tickets will be available at the door. Fun play!
Our Fine Arts Department sends our Christmas wishes to our PJ family!
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10. Spring Break Mission Trip
Pope John is taking a mission trip to Eagle Pass, Texas over spring break with several other Houston area Catholic high schools. The week will be filled with service and prayer. While on the mission trip, we will be primarily helping those who cannot help themselves in various ways: home repair and maintenance, vacation bible school, visits to the home bound and more. Girls will be staying at a nearby Ursuline house and the guys will be staying at the local Catholic Church. Space is limited. For more information contact Mr. Catalanotto at pcatalanotto@pj23.org or Mrs. Demois at sdemois@pj23.org.
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11. Biology News
Biology class is in need of any old magazines like Nat Geo, Ranger Rick, or Big Back Yard, or other magazines that would have pictures of animals (hunting, birding & fishing too) OR any really old reference type books that feature animals. These will be cut up for the pictures as students work on various projects throughout the year, so the condition does not matter. I don't need housekeeping magazines or news magazines, just animal magazines or books. Send them to Mrs. Osterman in room 216.
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12. Chick-fil-a Breakfasts
The senior class will be selling chicken breakfast biscuits from Chick-fil-a before school on Tuesdays. Make sure to support the class of 2013!
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13. Senior News
The parents of members of the class of 2013 had a very successful meeting last week! If you were unable to attend, the notes from the meeting can be found here.
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