Following Article II of our by-laws, the purpose of the John Paul II Academy PTO is:
In practice, this translates into the organization and implementation of a vast array of activities with the underlying goal of supporting and improving virtually every aspect of the process of educating our children – in mind, body, and spirit.
Examples of PTO major fundraisers over the years include the Magazine Drive, Trivia Night, Comedy Night, Taste of JPIIA, and Titan Talent. Ongoing fundraising by the PTO includes box tops, Coke Rewards, Amazon Smiles, Kroger Community Rewards, and Dine Out days. These efforts have evolved and continue to evolve in order to keep these fundraisers productive and cast as wide a net as possible.
Notable initiatives funded or partially funded by the PTO include, Minds in Motion, archery equipment, technology upgrades, the 8th grade trip, 8th grade graduation , two $500 scholarships for one girl and one boy who will attend a Catholic High School, Environmental Club, outside benches, and the school side Carnival during Catholic Schools Week.
The PTO also organizes the room parents, hosts the skating parties, plans staff, parent, grandparent, and student appreciation events and provides the teachers with a stipend to help set up their classrooms each year.
The best ways to get involved are to indicate your interests on a Got-a-Minute form available in the Registration packet or by calling the school office. All help given is greatly needed, appreciated, and rewarding.
PTO Co-President:
Amanda McNealy
PTO Co-President:
Iveth Faulkner
Principal:
Bill Perkins
ALL PARENTS, GRANDPARENTS, AUNTS, UNCLES, ETC. ARE WELCOME TO PARTICIPATE IN PTO!
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Uniforms may be purchased at Shaheen’s. See Student Handbook for more information.
All Policies and procedures for the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) are available for review in the Cafeteria Manager’s office during regular school hours.
JPIIA is committed to the optimal development of every student. The District believes that for students to have the opportunity to achieve personal, academic, developmental, and social success, we strive to create a positive, safe, and health-promoting learning environment for all of the students in our community.
Research shows that good nutrition, adequate hydration, and physical have a direct correlation with positive student outcomes which includes a positive effect on a student’s academic success.
This policy outlines JPIIA’s approach to ensuring environments and opportunities for all students to practice healthy eating and physical activity behaviors throughout the school day.
Specifically, this policy establishes goals and procedures to promote wellness in the school setting:
I. Students will have access to healthy foods and be in accordance with Federal and State nutrition standards during lunch and when breakfast is provided. Nutritional information will be age-appropriate and listed in a recipe binder
Lunch menus will be distributed to all families on the last Wednesday of the previous month, listed on the school website (www.jp2a.org), and posted in the hallway near the cafeteria. The next-day menu options are posted by the doors every day during lunch. Daily lunch options are listed as the children enter the line for lunch.
II. Students will have opportunities to be physically active before and during the school day which promotes student wellness.
These will include, a weekly physical education class following Archdiocesan curriculum guidelines (K-8), Minds in Motion (EC- Gr. 4), daily recess (EC-), walking the track prior to school (weather permitting-8), physical activity within the classroom setting (EC-8).
III. School faculty and staff will promote good practices in healthy nutrition. Lesson plans, “family” activities, snack menus in licensed programs, and classroom discussion in grades 1 through 8 will reflect the importance of healthy eating/choices.
** The full policy is located in the Cafeteria Manager’s office.
The JPIIA Food Service Department recognizes the right of all of our customers to file a complaint. We also recognize that there may be many occasions when conflicts may be resolved in-house. We are committed to making every effort to provide reasonable solutions when conflicts arise. We will accomplish this by hearing the complaint; clarifying specific desired needs; identifying any barriers and working through these with the desire to meet a mutually agreeable resolution.
A complainant has the right at any time to file a complaint via the School Nutrition Programs Civil Rights Procedure.
An assertion will be determined to be a Civil Rights complaint in the Child Nutrition Program if it is alleged that the program is administered or operated in a manner that results in disparate treatment of services being provided to persons or groups of persons because of their race, creed, age, sex, disability, or ethnicity. Unlawful discrimination may be considered intentional or unintentional.
Any person who believes they have been discriminated against based on protected classes has the right to file a complaint within 60 days of the alleged discriminatory action.
A Civil Rights complaint must be written. A complaint may also be anonymous and will be handled the same as any other complaint as long as sufficient information is provided to proceed with an investigation. The Civil Rights Coordinator is responsible for obtaining all pertinent information and developing a written complaint on behalf of the complainant.
All Civil Rights Complaints will be documented on a Civil Rights Complaint Log. The Civil Rights Coordinator will attempt to collect the following information for insertion into the complaint log:
The name, address, email address, and telephone number
The nature of the complaint or action that lead to the charges being filed.
If the nature of the complaint appears discriminatory the Civil Rights Coordinator will attempt to collect the following information:
The basis on which the complainant feels the discrimination occurred. In order to be considered a Child Nutrition Civil Rights complaint, the complainant must feel discriminated against based on one or more of the protected classes as listed in Civil Rights Procedure paragraph 2 of this document.
The names, titles, and addresses, if known, of persons who may have knowledge of the discriminatory action or situation.
The dates that the alleged discrimination occurred, or the duration of such action.
All complainants will be given a Civil Rights Complaint Form and/or Civil Rights Coordinator completes the form with the complainant. The complainant may also choose to go directly to the Superintendent/Principal of JPIIA.
Persons wishing to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination may complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at: http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html
For more information about our school lunch program and policies, please see the Student Handbook and this press release on the National School Lunch Program.
John Paul II Academy thrives when families and school work together.
While every family’s availability is different, we encourage parents/guardians to stay engaged through regular communication, attending key events, and supporting school initiatives when possible.
Yes — John Paul II Academy has an active Parent Teacher Organization (PTO).
The PTO supports students, teachers, and school life through events, fundraising, room parents, appreciation initiatives, and more. All parents, grandparents, and caregivers are welcome to participate.
Families receive regular updates through school communications and teacher outreach.
For day-to-day information, parents can also use the FACTS Parent Portal.
Students in grades K–8 wear the regulation uniform each school day.
Pre-K students do not wear uniforms and should wear comfortable play clothing. For full details, see the Uniform Policies and Student Handbook linked above.
John Paul II Academy emphasizes student growth, responsibility, and respect.
When issues arise, families can expect communication and a step-by-step approach focused on helping the student learn and make better choices. For the most complete guidelines, refer to the Student Handbook.
Yes — families can log in to the FACTS Parent Portal for parent resources and school information.
Use the “FACTS Parent Portal Login” link to access.
Homework expectations vary by grade level and teacher.
In general, homework is designed to reinforce classroom learning and build strong study habits. If you have questions for your child’s grade, reach out to the teacher or the school office.
If your child will be absent, please notify the school office and your child’s homeroom teacher as soon as possible.
If the absence involves illness or ongoing needs, the school can help you coordinate next steps and any make-up work.
Yes. Many volunteer opportunities run through the PTO, including events, room-parent support, and school-wide initiatives.
You can indicate your interests on the Got-a-Minute form (in the registration packet) or contact the school office to get connected.
John Paul II Academy works closely with families to support students academically and personally.
Start by contacting your child’s teacher. If additional support is needed, the school can help coordinate next steps with student support staff.
