We cordially invite you to the Semiannual Meeting of Parents,
held on Friday, October 18th, at 6:15 PM,
in the parish building, opposite the school.

 Why is your presence important?

The Semiannual Meeting of Parents is an important meeting for our school community. Board members and principals will share important information about the school’s current situation and discuss decisions about the future. Your presence and contribution are invaluable.

Parents’ Duty at School

The General Meeting will discuss the topic of duty at school. Parents’ duty was suspended at the start of the coronavirus pandemic, but we want to restore these functions. Parents on duty help maintain order and discipline at school and ensure the safety of children staying on school grounds.

Elections of the School Board Members

According to the school’s regulations, board members can serve for 3 years, with the possibility of one re-election. As the terms of several board members are ending, we are actively looking for parents who would like to fill the positions of Treasurer and Administrator. We invite parents who care about the future of our school and value their children’s education to consider taking on these influential roles.

October Calendar

Teacher’s Day – October 11 & 12

In the spirit of Polish tradition, we warmly invite you to join us in celebrating Teacher’s Day. It’s a perfect opportunity for our community to show appreciation for the hard work and dedication of our teachers. Sometimes a simple “thank you” can really make their day!

IMPORTANT! Parent Meeting – October 18

It is crucial for all parents to attend the meeting on October 18 at 6:15 PM, which will take place in the parish building across from our school. During the meeting, the school board and administration will provide key updates about the current situation and future decisions that will affect the school’s operation. Elections will also be held for the positions of treasurer and administrator.

Inaugural Mass – October 20

At 11:00 AM, there will be an Inaugural Mass for the new school year at the Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius. We encourage all students attending the service to wear school-logo shirts or red-and-white outfits.

School Patron Days – October 18 & 19

On these days, we will honor our patron, St. John Paul II. We kindly ask the students to wear their school shirts for this occasion.

Halloween – October 25 & 26

October wouldn’t be complete without a bit of Halloween fun! We invite all students to come in their creative costumes and join in the “spooky” adventures we’ve got in store for you.

Welcome back, students and staff!
Wishing everyone a fantastic 2024/2025 school year!

We’re kicking off the new school year at St. John Paul II Polish School on Friday, September 6th, and Saturday, September 7th. Just a reminder of the class times!

The drop-off and pick-up procedures remain the same as last school year:

• Students in Grades 4-11 enter the school on their own through the main entrance.
• Younger students (PK-3) will meet 15 minutes before class starts for the first two weeks at the church courtyard (Friday at 5:45 PM; Saturday at 9:45 AM). Each teacher will have a sign with their name and class number. After classes begin, the children will walk to their classrooms with their teacher.
• After classes end (Friday at 9:45 PM; Saturday at 12:45 PM), the children will be brought back to the meeting spot. Starting from the third week, please drop your child off at the school’s main entrance, where the teachers will be waiting in the hallway.
• Students attending extra-curricular activities (Polanie and Art Club) will remain in the school building.
• At the end of the day, the older students (Grades 4-11) will be the last to leave the building.

IMPORTANT!

Personal electronic devices:

Students are prohibited from using personal electronic devices (e.g. cell phones, tablets, or any wearable technology) during instructional time unless authorized by building administration and the classroom staff.  Students may not utilize personal electronic devices in a manner that disrupts the educational process or impedes the privacy rights of the school community. Inappropriate use of personal electronic devices may lead the school staff to take disciplinary actions, including confiscating the device until the end of the school day (the electronic device will be returned to the parent or legal guardian). The School is not responsible if the student’s electronic device is damaged, lost, or stolen.

Safety

We would like to remind you that for the safety of our students, teachers, and board members, parents are not allowed to enter the school.

From school Life:

September 28^th: Students in Grades 2-5 will attend a performance of Jan Brzechwa’s “The Mischievous Flea” by the actors from “Teatr Nasz.” The play will take place on September 28th at 11:00 AM at Trinity Christian College, The Ozinga Christian Chapel, 6601 West College Drive, Palos Heights, IL. The cost of the trip is $25. Alternative activities will be available for students who do not participate in the trip.