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St. John Paul II's Mission Statement

St. John Paul II Catholic School is a Christ-centered community devoted to fostering personal growth in all of our students and developing meaningful connections that encourage respect for self, others and our environment.

This Week at St.JPII

Monday, Sept. 21

Linking Generations last chance to get your application in!!
Bring in a toonie for Terry!

Tuesday, Sept. 22

Bring in a toonie for Terry!

Wednesday, Sept. 23

Early Out 1:55 pm
Linking Generations meeting at lunch for those chosen to be a part of the program.
Bring in a toonie for Terry!

Thursday, Sept. 24

Bring in a toonie for Terry!

Friday, Sept. 25

Terry Fox Run!

Upcoming Dates:

Monday, Sept. 28- EIAA Golf Tournament

Tuesday, Sept. 29th- Orange Shirt Day

Wednesday, Sept. 30- No School- Truth and Reconciliation Day

Administration Message

Greeting St. JPII Families,

We are now into our third week of school, and it has been wonderful to see our students busy learning, growing, and sharing new experiences. They are enjoying their CTF options, and some of our grades are heading out on exciting field trips that extend learning beyond the classroom.

In this Sunday’s Gospel from Matthew, Jesus shares the parable of the workers in the vineyard. The workers arrive at different times throughout the day, yet the landowner chooses to be generous to each of them. The Gospel reminds us that God’s generosity is not measured by how much we have done compared to someone else. His love and grace are freely given to all.

This is an important message for us as we begin a new school year. Each student arrives with different strengths, experiences, challenges, and needs. Some may find their success right away, while others may need more time, encouragement, and support. As a school community, we are called to recognize the gifts in each person, encourage one another, and celebrate growth rather than comparing ourselves to others.

As we continue to build resiliency in our students, we encourage them to face challenges with courage, perseverance, and faith. Next week, we look forward to coming together for our annual Terry Fox Run, a wonderful opportunity to honour Terry’s legacy of hope, determination, and generosity.

As we continue our journey this year, may we remain Rooted in Christ, United as a community, and Sent to make a difference. May we remember the generosity of God’s love and strive to extend that same generosity, kindness, and encouragement to one another. May faith, family, and learning remain at the heart of all we do.

Blessings,

Mrs. Morgan and Mrs. Johnson

Chaplain's Corner

Terry Fox Run Information: Click on the image to Donate

Allergy Awareness at St. JPII

Parking Lot Procedures

Student Drop-Off & Pick-Up

To help keep our students, families, staff, and buses safe, please follow these drop-off and pick-up procedures:

School Parking Lot

Parents may use the school parking lot by driving the entire parking lot loop and dropping students off along the sidewalk.
Please keep the drop-off area clear so staff can access the parking stalls at the far end of the lot.
Parents may not park in parking stalls during drop-off or pick-up.
Please do not stop or park in random areas of the parking lot to let students out.

Legion Parking Lot

Students may also be dropped off or picked up across the street in the Legion parking lot.

Bus Loop

No parent vehicles are permitted in the bus loop at the front of the school. This area must remain clear for school buses.

A Few Important Reminders

Please follow the directions of our supervisors outside. Their role is to help keep students and buses moving safely.
Students must enter and exit through their designated grade-level doors.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work together to make arrival and dismissal safe and efficient for everyone!

Message from Mrs. Dube- Family Wellness Worker (FWW)

Please click on the image below.

Sports For Life Calendar Grade 7 & 8

Parent School Council Information

Introducing your Parent Council Executive for the 2026-2027 School Year!

Chair- Jaclyn Stokes

Vice Chair- Brandy Leach

Treasurer- Kelly Monaghan

Secretary- Kerri Gartner

We are truly blessed as a school community to have such a caring and dedicated group of parents. Your support makes such a difference in the experiences we can offer our students. Thank you for generously giving your time and energy—we couldn’t do it without you!

Please join us for our next School Council Meeting on Thursday, October 8th @ 6:30 pm.

September 2, 2026 Meeting Notes

SAVE the DATE- Parent Council Speaker Daniel Sundahl

Suppport our Apple & Pear Fundraiser

Our St. JPII Parent Council works hard to support our students, staff, and school community through fundraising initiatives throughout the year. Every contribution makes a difference and helps create meaningful opportunities and experiences for our students.

Thank you for supporting our school and helping our STJPII community thrive!

Click here or scan the QR code to access Online Ordering.

St. JPII Bell Schedule 2026-2027

St. John Paull II School Handbook

Lunchtime Procedures

Microwaves

To help keep our microwaves safe, clean, and ready for everyone to use, please follow these guidelines:

✅ Heat food only for 1–2 minutes at a time to avoid overheating.

✅ Always use a microwave-safe container (no metal, foil, or plastic that isn’t labeled microwave-safe).

✅ Cover food with a paper towel or lid to prevent splatters.

✅ Stand nearby while your food is heating — do not leave microwaves unattended.

✅ Wipe up any spills right away.

✅ Allow food to cool briefly before removing it to prevent burns.

🚫 No popcorn — it can burn easily, create smoke, and set off alarms.

🚫 No foil, metal containers, or dishes with metallic trim.

🚫 No reheating of hot drinks (they can overheat and spill).

Protocols and Procedures

1. Entrances/Exits

Dedicated entry/exit doors for each grade will continue as follows:

Grade 6: Doors by the bus loop (West)
Grade 5: Doors by the portables (East)
Grade 7: Main school doors (South)
Grade 8: Door between gym and construction lab (South East)

Any student arriving late or leaving early may use the front doors.
All guests/visitors/parents need to use the main school doors of the school.
Doors will be opened at 8:25 am and will be locked at 8:55 am.

2. Closed Campus

For the safety and security of our students, ST. John Paul II Catholic School will continue to be a "closed campus." This means that students WILL NOT be permitted to leave school property on their own at any time throughout the course of the day.
Students ARE NOT permitted to leave the school to purchase food at nearby fast food restaurants. We continue to operate our school cafeteria, where students can purchase healthy food choices.

3. Parents/Visitors

In the interest of the safety and respect for all our students and staff, ALL PARENTS/VISITORS MUST report to the office upon arrival at our building.
We realize that sometimes student lunches and school materials get forgotten at home and need to be dropped off at school; therefore, we kindly ask that parents complete these drop-offs at the office, or check in for further instructions. For the safety of our school, we do not want visitors or parents wandering around without our consent or knowledge. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.
If you have any concerns or need to speak with a staff member or administration, please call the office ahead of time to make an appointment. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in this regard.