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Pope John Paul II High School does not discriminate based on race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, or gender. Though our first priority is to serve the Catholic community, we welcome students and families of all Christian faiths, united in service to the gospel of Jesus Christ. We also welcome those from other faith traditions. In this outreach, we take inspiration from our namesake, Saint John Paul II, who said:

It is absolutely clear that ecumenism, the movement promoting Christian unity, is not just some sort of "appendix" which is added to the Church's traditional activity. Rather, ecumenism is an organic part of her life and work, and consequently must pervade all that she is and does; it must be like the fruit borne by a healthy and flourishing tree, which grows to its full stature. (John Paul II, Ut Unum Sint, 1995).

Regarding those from other faith traditions, he said: "(Inter-religious dialogue) is often a source of great joy and encouragement. It leads us to discover how God is at work in the minds and hearts of people and indeed in their rites and customs. "(John Paul II, address to Council for Inter-religious Dialogue, 2001).

In evaluating applicants, the Admissions Office seeks students who have the pre-requisite skills to succeed in a college preparatory program. The evaluation includes an assessment of the student's prior academic record, recommendations of teachers, a placement test, and personal interviews.

A wide diversity of scholarly talent exists at JPII and is supported by three levels of academic offerings. Students can choose between Advanced Placement, Honors courses, and Standard program selections, depending on aptitude and work ethic. If you have any questions concerning the admissions process, please call the Admissions Office at (615) 822-2375.

ACADEMICS

Classroom

3D printers used in AP Biology

Jan 27 2020

Students use 3D printers in animal behavior lab.

Mr. Diamond recently used 3D printers to create “choice chambers” for AP biology students to use in an animal behavior lab, which allowed the scientists to focus on data collection and analysis rather than trying to manipulate the petri dishes. After the lab, students helped brainstorm potential ways to modify the design to make them work even better for future labs. Innovation, technology, design, and biology -- another excellent blend of sciences as JPII teachers and students continue to reach beyond the textbook.

Awards

Shipley places 7th in regional math contest

Nov 22 2019

Shipley places 7th in the TMTA regional math contest.

Congratulations to junior Matthew Shipley for placing 7th place in the Middle Tennessee region of the TMTA (Tennessee Mathematics Teachers Association) math contest. He won 1st place at the Volunteer State Community College contest last spring, which moved him to the Middle Tennessee region contest in which he placed 7th overall! Great work, Matthew!

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ATHLETICS

Summer Programs for New JPII Students

May 18 2020

JPII will hold the following summer programs for our incoming freshmen and transfer students to JPII. The programs will take place in the JPII library following safe distancing protocols.

Knight Success Program (KSP): June 1 - 5 from 12:30 - 3:30 pm (By Invitation Only)

Students invited and enrolled in the KSP summer course are required to complete this course for entry to JPII. This course is designed to introduce KSP students to JPII’s academic expectations. Students will experience aspects of JPII culture, expectations, and begin to develop self-awareness. Students will practice skills based on their learning style and begin to see methods they prefer in studying, preparing, and practicing. Students will be introduced to academic terminology and “best practices” used at JPII such as “annotations” and “DBQ.” Students will become familiar with college preparation level writing, active reading, and how to approach science and math. Students will be guided in learning skills, strategies, and tools for organization, preparation, and self- awareness. Students will use the summer reading novel to practice active reading strategies. Please note that this is an invitation-only class. If the JPII Admissions Office did not invite your child to take this summer course, they may opt to take the Study Skills course taught by Mrs. Susan Deely during the June 8th-12th week.

Study Skills and Writing: June 8 - 12 from 12:30 - 3:30 pm

Study Skills and Writing is a course designed for students who wish to excel in the classroom. Students will practice techniques, skills, and strategies in order to be successful in a college-prep program. We will explore the student’s individual learning styles. The class will include test-taking, skill-building, active reading techniques, preparing for long term projects, note-taking with different teaching styles, organization, and time management. This class will build the student’s confidence for the new school year. It is a class redesigned to help bridge any missed skills from online learning.

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Algebra: June 15 - 19 from 12:30 - 3:30 pm

Ready...Set...ALGEBRA is a week of exploration and discovery that will have your 9th grader delve into mathematics that is fun and accessible to all levels of ability. Students will explore number patterns, create mathematical models, and tap into strengths they might not realize they have. This camp offers a “sneak peek” on how we do math at JPII. This camp is for rising 9th graders attending JPII in the fall.

https://jp2hscamp.campbrainregistration.com/

Check out our Social Media page!

Apr 23 2020

Want to see what's happening at JPII? Visit our Social Media page for a quick view of everything our JPII Community is up to. Don't miss out!

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FAITH LIFE

Matthew Shipley up for Catherine Strobel Volunteer Award

Feb 18 2020

Matthew Shipley is a nominee for the Mary Catherine Strobel Volunteer Awards of Hands on Nashville. Matthew is a great example of how a JPII student can impact our community.

Junior Matthew Shipley has been nominated for the 2020 Hands on Nashville Strobel Volunteer Awards for his work, The Bridge Ministry, in downtown Nashville. Matthew has not only been commended by the organization for his dedication and work, but he also impressed the JPII Christian Service Coordinator Libby Byrnes with his thoughtful written reflections about his service experiences. Last fall, Matthew also developed a presentation to help recruit other JPII students for service opportunities at The Bridge Ministry. Finalists for the award will be named on February 20th, and the award program is April 2nd. Tickets for the event go on sale February 20th and are available at www.hon.org

Service in Solidarity Innov8 class at Glenview Elementary

Feb 5 2020

Students in Mr. Elfer's Service in Solidarity Innov8 class works with elementary school students on their English speaking skills.

Each Wednesday afternoon, students in Mr. Elfer's Service in Solidarity Innov8 class travel to Glenview Elementary to help students who don't speak English as their first language to learn English and improve their skills during their after school reading club program. "Helping the children is a very fun and fulfilling experience," says sophomore Alvin Aligbe, "because they are so eager to learn and have such positive attitudes." Service in Solidarity is one of many Innov8 courses that include service-learning opportunities for JPII students.

STUDENT LIFE

Camp JPII CANCELLED for 2020

May 18 2020

We regret to announce that Camp JPII 2020 has been cancelled. All registered campers will receive a refund. Expect the refund to show up on your credit card in the next five to ten business days. If you have any questions on your refund, please contact Betsy Pierpaoli at betsy.pierpaoli@jp2hs.org.

Blue Man Group presents check to HPD Chief Mickey Miller for MPO Bristol

Feb 5 2020

Blue Man Group and JPII community support family of fallen MPO Spencer Bristol.

Photo: Athletic Director John Dempsey, Jack Bender, Chief Mickey Miller

On December 30th, the city of Hendersonville lost MPO Spencer Bristol while he was serving in the line of duty. During our home basketball games in the month of January, the JPII Blue Man Group and the JPII community collected donations for Officer Bristol's family. At the February 4th basketball game, Jack Bender, the leader of JPII’s Blue Man Group, presented Hendersonville Chief of Police Mickey Miller with a check for $2,300 for Officer Bristol's wife Lauren and daughter Eloise as a small gift of appreciation for his sacrifice and service to the Hendersonville community. Thank you Knights!

KNIGHT OF THE WEEK

PB Mamalo

Nov 15 2019

PB Mamalo is the Vice President of House Council and President of the House of Peter, an AP Scholar, a member of the National Honor Society, a varsity soccer player, and a drummer for the Jazz Ensemble. We thank this Knight of the Week for enriching the JPII community in many ways, especially by sharing the “joke of the day” every morning.

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ALUMNI

Mason Hickman '17

Feb 6 2020

Mason Hickman ‘17 was recognized as a Perfect Game preseason All-American second-team member as a pitcher for the Vanderbilt Commodores. Perfect Game also named the Commodores preseason No. 2 in its Top 25 rankings. Knights Media sports feature writer Michael Martini ‘20, recently caught up with Mason to discuss his experiences in the 2019 College World Series. Visit this link to read the article in The Shield.

Amelia Ehmling '11

Jan 27 2020

Amelia Ehmling is making a name for herself in the world of Music Therapy.

Amelia Ehmling '11 is making a name for herself in the world of Music Therapy. Music and helping others has always been a passion for Ehmling. While a student at JPII, she was a member of the Chamber Choir and the founder of One Pretty Dress, (an organization that provides prom dresses and accessories to girls with need in the Hendersonville and Nashville area).

Amelia studied Music Therapy at the University of Louisville and received her undergraduate degree in 2015. She graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2016 with a master's degree in Music Therapy. She remained in Kentucky after graduation and is currently the Music Therapist for Kentucky Children's Hospital in Lexington.

Ehmling will share her research "Music Therapy with People Experiencing Homelessness" to music therapists from around the world at the 2020 World Congress of Music Therapy Convention in Pretoria, South Africa in July 2020.

Jordan Rippy '06

Dec 3 2019

Jordan Rippy is a professor of accounting at Johns Hopkins University.

Jordan Rippy resides in Washington, D.C., where she is a professor of accounting at Johns Hopkins University. She received a BA/MA in accounting from Baylor University, worked two years at Ernst and Young in New York/Dallas, and completed her Ph.D. in accounting at the University of Alabama.

THE SHIELD MAGAZINE (Winter 2019)

CAMP JPII 2020

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Registration for Camp JPII 2020 is OPEN! Don't wait to register for our exciting fun-filled summer campers! Visit REGISTRATION to select your camps.

To review the brochure, please visit CAMP JPII 2020 BROCHURE.

CAMP JPII 2020
Week 1: June 1-5
Week 2: June 8-12
Week 3: June 15-19
Week 4: June 22-26

Camp JPII offers summer fun for kids age 5-18. Camps run Monday-Friday in two sessions: 9:00 a.m. - noon and 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

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