Campus in the spring with cherry blossoms in full bloom.
Students perform in the spring musical Beauty and the Beast.
Students and faculty have access to state-of-the art technology in the classroom.
We are dedicated to the spiritual life of the student body and work together to connect our faith to all facets of student life at JPII.
Learn about other cultures in Ecuador, France, England, Italy, Spain, or immerse yourself in service in West Virginia or Haiti.
JPII offers the broadest athletic programs in the state and competes in the elite Division II AA Large.
Our Football and Competition Cheer team has an outstanding record of regional and state championships.
Father David Dodd '08 has a deep connection to Pope and enjoys returning when he can to celebrate Mass. It was his experience at Pope that led him to his vocation and began a family legacy. Fr. Dodd led the way for sister Rachel '11, brother Zach '20, and his sister Hannah will graduate in 2023 from the Hand in Hand Options program.
News
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House of Gregory put it all out there and it paid off!
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Our spring sport athletes are making their mark in 2021!
![Announcements & Upcoming Events]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1582748173/jp2hsorg/d1ne3ofgzx9wfnzzcvkg/megaphone3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1582748173/jp2hsorg/d1ne3ofgzx9wfnzzcvkg/megaphone3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1582748173/jp2hsorg/d1ne3ofgzx9wfnzzcvkg/megaphone3.jpg","width":800}])
Check out this week's announcements!
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Freshman breaks record from 2011!
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![eight JPII students sign to play collegiate sports]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1620670708/jp2hsorg/dotbfuifrqmmxxbdslxw/2021springsigning.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1620670708/jp2hsorg/dotbfuifrqmmxxbdslxw/2021springsigning.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1620670708/jp2hsorg/dotbfuifrqmmxxbdslxw/2021springsigning.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1620670708/jp2hsorg/dotbfuifrqmmxxbdslxw/2021springsigning.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1620670708/jp2hsorg/dotbfuifrqmmxxbdslxw/2021springsigning.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1620670708/jp2hsorg/dotbfuifrqmmxxbdslxw/2021springsigning.jpg","width":2200}])
Spring signing brings total athletes to 21.
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JPII students among the elite in foreign languages.
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New athletic record set for JPII!
![Coach deMarigny]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1620220099/jp2hsorg/ccqzq08sqmfr75falj0v/CoachDeMarginyedit.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1620220099/jp2hsorg/ccqzq08sqmfr75falj0v/CoachDeMarginyedit.jpg","width":360}])
JPII women's basketball gets new head coach
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ATHLETIC EVENTS
Harpeth Hall School
Monteagle
Montgomery Bell Academy
Ensworth High School
Montgomery Bell Academy
Montgomery Bell Academy
TBA
Pope John Paul II High School
Pope John Paul II High School
Pope John Paul II High School
TBA
Pope John Paul II High School
Clarksville
Clarksville
TBA
TBA
TBA
MTSU
Murfreesboro
MTSU
Murfreesboro
Richard Siegel Soccer Complex
MTSU
Richard Siegel Soccer Complex
Lebanon
FIRST CLASS FACULTY
![Authentic Learning Experiences Through Our Signature Innov8 Academic Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1575667239/jp2hsorg/dkm1am6q4o4xryqjltip/staff_Dye_Jennifer_11.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1575667239/jp2hsorg/dkm1am6q4o4xryqjltip/staff_Dye_Jennifer_11.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1575667239/jp2hsorg/dkm1am6q4o4xryqjltip/staff_Dye_Jennifer_11.jpg","width":640}])
Authentic Learning Experiences Through Our Signature Innov8 Academic Program
The Innov8 Program, spearheaded by Jennifer Dye, began in the fall of 2016. Since its inception, the program has grown to include over 15-course offerings. Courses are open to students grades 10-12 and meet 12 for weeks, rotating through the fall, winter, and spring.
Learn more about our Innov8 Program.
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![Dr. Chad Swan, Thoracic Surgeon]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1593193723/jp2hsorg/eodje1npieduwbpf1c4g/Swan_Headshot_edited3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1593193723/jp2hsorg/eodje1npieduwbpf1c4g/Swan_Headshot_edited3.jpg","width":357}])
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![Tanner Taddeo Class of 2010]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1605029757/jp2hsorg/y0gkqtziz3nrmsujeakx/TannerTaddeo10.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1605029757/jp2hsorg/y0gkqtziz3nrmsujeakx/TannerTaddeo10.jpg","width":390}])
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![Rachel Hinlo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1604693291/jp2hsorg/zxskrx0vugmmprpqrhga/RachelHinlo12.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1604693291/jp2hsorg/zxskrx0vugmmprpqrhga/RachelHinlo12.jpg","width":390}])
![Briana Keightley Franklin]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1604594997/jp2hsorg/mrlvveapm1je9o8heixz/BrianaKeightleyFranklin.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1604594997/jp2hsorg/mrlvveapm1je9o8heixz/BrianaKeightleyFranklin.jpg","width":390}])