JPIIHS AVERAGE ACT SCORES
GRADUATION
YEAR
ENGLISH
COLLEGE ADMISSION
INFORMATION
MATHEMATICS
READING
SCIENCE
COMPOSITE
2011
23.8
23.3
23.6
23.1
23.6
2010
24.3
23.2
25.2
23.3
24.2
2009
23.0
22.9
22.8
22.3
22.9
2008
23.4
22.9
23.9
22.3
23.3
JPIIHS AVERAGE SAT SCORES
CRITICAL
READING
MATHEMATICS
WRITING
2011
535
548
531
2010
551
541
536
2009
532
544
543
2008
560
567
552
900 Coit Road
John Paul II High School is fully
accredited by the Texas Catholic
Conference Education Department
and Southern Association of Colleges
and Schools (TCCED and SACS).
John Paul II High School is a member
of the College Board.
The academic calendar year is two
18-week semesters with exams given
at the end of each 18-week semester.
There are two 9-week grading periods
within each semester.
JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL
Plano, TX 75075
972.867.0005 Tel.
www.johnpauliihs.org
ADVANCED
PLACEMENT
PRE-AP /
HONORS
COLLEGE
PREP
97 - 100
93 - 96
90 - 92
A
5.0
4.75
4.5
4.5
4.275
4.05
4.0
3.8
3.6
87 - 89
83 - 86
80 - 82
B
4.25
4.0
3.825
3.6
3.375
3.4
3.2
3.0
77 - 79
73 - 76
71- 72
70
C
3.5
3.25
3.0
2.5
3.15
2.925
2.7
2.25
2.8
2.6
2.4
2.0
<70
F
No Grade
No Grade
No Grade
CHRISTIAN SERVICE
JPIIHS COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES, CONTINUED
The University of Oklahoma
Penn State
Pepperdine University
University of Portland
Pratt Institute
Princeton University
Providence College
Purdue University
Randolph College
Regis University
Rhode Island School of Design
Rhodes College
Ringling College of Art and Design
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rockhurst University
Rollins College
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology
Sacred Heart University
College of Saint Benedict
Saint Louis University
Saint Mary’s College
San Diego State University
University of San Diego
San Francisco Art Institute
Santa Clara University
Savannah College of Arts and Design
Sewanee: The University of the South
Simon Fraser University
University of Southern California
Southern Methodist University
Southwestern University
Spring Hill College
University of St. Andrews
St. Edwards University
St. Gregory’s University
St. John’s College
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C.E.E.B NUMBER: 445578
GRADING PERIODS
GRADUATION
YEAR
The King’s College
Louisiana State University
University of Louisiana
Loyola Marymount University
Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University New Orleans
Lubbock Christian University
Marquette University
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Maryland Institute of Art
Maryville University
The University of Memphis
Miami University
University of Miami
University of Michigan
Midwestern State University
Millsaps College
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
The University of Mississippi
University of Missouri
Mount Saint Mary’s University
Mount St. Mary’s College Chalon
University of Nebraska - Lincoln
New Mexico State University
The University of New Mexico
University of North Texas
Northeastern University
Northern Arizona University
Northwestern University
University of Notre Dame
Ohio University
The Ohio State University
Oklahoma Baptist University
Oklahoma Christian University
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma State University
GRADING SCALE
St. John’s University
St. Mary’s College
St. Mary’s University
Stephen F. Austin State University
Sweet Briar College
Tarleton State University
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M University Commerce
Texas A&M University Corpus Christi
Texas A&M University Galveston
Texas Christian University
Texas State University
Texas Tech University
Texas Woman’s University
The Citadel
The University of Texas at Arlington
The University of Texas at Austin
The University of Texas at Dallas
The University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at Tyler
University of the Incarnate Word
Trinity University
Tulane University
The University of Tulsa
Vanderbilt University
Villanova University
Wake Forest University
Washington and Lee University
Washington University in St. Louis
United States Naval Academy
University of Washington
University of Waterloo
West Texas A&M University
Western Washington University
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Wofford College
Xavier University
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The Christian Service Program at John Paul II High School is designed for our
students to follow our Motto, “Seek to Serve.” Students are asked to complete
the following hours based on their grade level:
School Profile
Freshman
10
Sophomore
20
Junior
30
ADMINISTRATION
Senior
40
Mr. Thomas W. Poore, M.Ed.
Mr. Brian J. McPheeters, MBA NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
Six students in the Class of 2008, five in the Class of
2009 and four in the class of 2010 were recognized in
the following categories: Commended, Finalist and
National Hispanic Scholar.
AP EXAM SCORES
100%
Attending a Four-Year College
93%
Attending a Two-Year / Junior College
7%
Vice-President of Finance and Administration
Mr. Richard Gaffney, MBA Dean of Administrative Services
and Athletic Director
Mr. Steve Mininger, M.Ed. Dean of Educational Operations
POST-GRADUATE PLANS
TOTAL PERCENT
ATTENDING COLLEGE
President
Mr. Todd M. Justesen, M.Ed., MBA Dean of Students/Plant Operations
Mrs. Jackie Fleming Executive Director of Advancement
and Communications
Mr. Bob Gharis, B.S., MT(ASCP) Director of Facilities Operations
The Class of 2011 received a total of $8.6 million in scholarship offers.
In 2011, 72.9% of the Advanced Placement students
scored a 3 or higher on their exams.
Ms. Paula Nickel, M.Ed. Director of Guidance and Counseling
OFFICE OF GUIDANCE & COUNSELING
Mrs. Joey Schewee, B.A. Director of Admissions and Financial Aid
AP SCHOLAR RECOGNITION
Paula Nickel, M.Ed.
In 2011, 74 JPIIHS students were Nationally
Recognized: 47 AP Scholars; 5 Scholars with Honor;
19 Scholars with Distinction; 3 National Scholars.
900 Coit Road
Director of Guidance and Counseling
Sharon Berryman, MS 9 - 10th Grade Counselor, A - K
Natalie Keck, MA
9 - 10th Grade Counselor, L - Z
Elizabeth Goode, MS 11 - 12th Grade Counselor, A - K
George Coelen, MA
11 - 12th Grade Counselor, L - Z
JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL
Plano, TX 75075
972.867.0005 Tel.
www.johnpauliihs.org
972.867.7555 Fax
Sr. Peggy Szeljack, C.V., M.Ed., MTS Director of Ministries
Mr. Roger Wise, B.A. Director of Technology
JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL
900 Coit Road Plano, TX 75075
972.867.0005 Tel. 972.867.7555 Fax
www.johnpauliihs.org
C.E.E.B Number: 445578
OUR VISION
We will make a difference
in the world by walking in
the footsteps of Pope John
Paul II.
OUR MISSION
To develop leaders who
are critical thinkers and
effective communicators,
committed to service and
rooted in faith.
OUR CREED
Learn, think, decide,
communicate: to become a
productive and responsible
citizen, dedicated to
selfless service to God and
community.
SCHOOL HISTORY
CORE CURRICULUM
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REQUIRED COURSE LOAD
Each student is required to take eight subjects each year, with one exception: students taking three or more Advanced
Placement courses may take an Independent Studies Class. Theology is considered a core subject and is required all four
years.
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John Paul II High School (JPIIHS) opened in 2005 with 303 students
In October 2005, Theodore Edgar Cardinal McCarrick, Archbishop of Washington,
celebrates first mass in the JPIIHS St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel
In May of 2007, JPIIHS celebrated its first graduating class
In September 2008, JPIIHS dedicates its new track & field
In 2009, JPIIHS celebrated its first four-year graduation class
JPIIHS currently has over 650 students enrolled with a capacity for 1,200
SCHOOL SNAPSHOT
John Paul II High School is an exceptional place of learning, dedicated to providing a
superior spiritual, academic, athletic, and artistic experience in a competitive college
preparatory environment and committed to creating Catholic leaders. John Paul II High
School students are college bound, focused and ready to make an impact at both the local
and global levels.
John Paul II High School’s college preparatory curriculum is a rigorous four-year program
designed to foster the highest level of readiness, preparing students for their next steps in
the continuous education process.
COURSE PLACEMENT
Students are placed into specific course levels at the recommendation of each department. These decisions are based on
previous grades, motivation and department prerequisites.
PRE-ADVANCED PLACEMENT COURSES
John Paul II High School offers Pre-AP courses in English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Computer Science, Art and
Foreign Language.
ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Advanced Placement courses are offered in Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science A, English
Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, French Language, Latin Vergil, Macroeconomics, Physics, Spanish
Language, Spanish Literature, Statistics, Studio Art 2-D, Studio Art 3-D, Art Portfolio, American Government, and
United States History. Sophomores can take AP World History, AP Spanish Language, AP Spanish Literature, and AP
Computer Science if they have met the prerequisites.
The Campus Ministry Department complements the mission of the school and the
theology department by helping students develop their personal relationships with God
through Mass and the Sacraments. The Eucharist is celebrated on a regular basis with
the entire school population. Class retreats, Christian Service, and Mission Trips play an
important role in the spiritual development of the students at John Paul II High School.
Students are given the opportunity to build lasting relationships with their classmates while
they explore their faith.
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Academic Decathlon/Octathlon
Book Club
Cardinal Crew (Mentoring Program)
Cheerleading
Choir
Competitive Forensics
Drill Team (Cardinal Belles)
Honduran Missionaries
Junior Classical League (Latin Club)
Marching Band
Mu Alpha Theta
National Art Honor Society
National French Honor Society
National Honor Society
Newspaper (Cardinal Chronicle)
Orchestra
PAL (Peer Assisted Leadership)
Poetry Club
Pro-Life Club
Robotics
SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions)
Social Club
Sociedad Honoraria Hispanica (Spanish Honor Society)
Student Ambassadors
Student Council
TAPPS Academic Team
Theatre
Tri-M Music Honor Society
TRUTH (Academic Honesty)
Yearbook
SPORTS
Football
Volleyball
Cross Country (boys & girls)
Basketball (boys & girls)
Soccer (boys & girls)
Softball
Swimming (boys & girls)
Baseball
Golf (boys & girls)
Track & Field (boys & girls)
Tennis (boys & girls)
Drill Team
Cheerleading
CORE REQUIREMENTS
SUBJECT
English Language Arts
SPECIFICS
4
English I, English II, English III, English IV
Mathematics4
Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II and one additional selection; students who
receive Math credit for 8th grade must earn four Math credits in high school.
Sciences4
Biology, Chemistry, Physics and one additional selection
Social Studies & Economics
World Cultures and Geography, World History, United States History, and
one semester each of U.S. Government and Macro-Economics
4
Foreign Languages
2
Theology4
Two years of the same Foreign Language
Computer Science1
Students must take Computer Science
Theology I, Theology II, Theology III, Theology IV
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
COURSES OFFERED
CAMPUS MINISTRY
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS FOR JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL
THEOLOGY
Theology I
Theology II
Theology III
Theology IV
ENGLISH
English I - CP, Pre-AP
English II - CP, Pre-AP
English III
English IV
AP English Language - AP
AP English Literature - AP
MATHEMATICS
Algebra I - CP, Pre-AP
Algebra II - CP, Pre-AP
Geometry - CP, Pre-AP
Pre-Calculus - CP, Pre-AP
Calculus AB - AP
Calculus BC - AP
Statistics - CP, AP
LANGUAGES
French I
French II - Pre-AP
French III - Pre-AP
AP French Language - AP
Physical Education (PE)
LANGUAGES
Spanish I - CP, Pre-AP
Spanish II - CP, Pre-AP
Spanish III - CP, Pre-AP
Spanish Language IV - AP
Spanish Literature V - AP
Latin I
Latin II - Pre-AP
Latin III - Pre-AP
Latin Vergil - AP
SCIENCE
Biology - CP, Pre-AP, AP
Anatomy & Physiology
Chemistry - CP, Pre-AP, AP
Physics - CP, Pre-AP, AP
Environmental Science - CP, AP
COMPUTERS
Multimedia Web Mastering
Computer Science - CP, Pre-AP, AP
Advanced Graphics
SOCIAL STUDIES
World Cultures & Geography - CP, Pre-AP
World History - CP, AP
US History - CP, AP
American Government - CP, AP
Economics - CP, AP
Psychology
Sociology
FINE ARTS
Art I
Art II 2-D
Art II 3-D
Art III 2-D
Art III 3-D
Studio Art - AP
Art 2-D - AP
Art 3-D - AP
Band
Choir
Dance
Music Appreciation
Musical Theatre
Orchestra
Tech Theatre
Theatre
Theatre Production
LEVEL CODE: CP = College Prep; Pre-AP = Pre-Advanced Placement; AP = Advanced Placement
1.5
In addition to traditional PE classes, Athletics, Cheerleading, Dance, Drill
Team and the fall semester of Marching Band qualify as PE credit.
Health.5
Fine Arts1
In addition to traditional Fine Arts classes, courses in Academic Decathlon,
Academic Octathlon, and Dance may fulfill the required two semesters of
Fine Arts.
Speech.5
In addition to Communications Applications, 1.0 Credit of Debate, Theatre
Production, and Academic Decathlon may fulfill the Speech Requirement.
Electives3.5
Students will take additional electives from any department or course
offering in the guide. Selections can be for personal interest or in
preparation for college.
Christian Service
Hours
vary by
year
Each year students will have required hours to complete as part of promotion
to the next grade; completion of hours will be part of the Theology grade.
TOTAL CREDITS
Credits required to receive a diploma from John Paul II High School
30
JPIIHS COLLEGE ACCEPTANCES
The University of Alabama
Angelo State University
Arizona State University
The University of Arizona
The University of Arizona (Science)
University of Arkansas
Auburn University
Austin College
Ave Maria University
Baylor University
Belmont University
Benedictine College
Berklee College of Music
Blinn College
Boston College
Boston University
The University of British Columbia
University of California Berkeley
University of California Davis
University of California Irvine
University of California Los Angeles
University of California San Diego
University of California Santa Barbara
Carnegie Mellon University
Chapman University
Clemson University
College of the Holy Cross
College of William and Mary
University of Colorado Boulder
Colorado School of Mines
Creighton University
University of Dallas
University of Denver
DePaul University
DePauw University
Drexel University
Elon University
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Arizona
Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
Florida Institute of Technology
The Florida State University
Franciscan University of Steubenville
Furman University
Hendrix College
University of Houston
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
University of the Incarnate Word
Indiana University Bloomington
Iowa State University
John Carroll University
Kansas City Art Institute
Kansas State University
The University of Kansas
Kilgore College