Recently, a few adults from our Horizons group went on a fishing trip. The location was the Olivet Blue Mountain Camp.  Not only was the weather perfect, but the fish were biting as everyone reeled in at least one catch!  To explain a little more about the day, Vince from...

In-school September 14 – 24 Online September 9 – 22 Our book fair starts today, which means it’s a great time for students to get wrapped up in a new story.  There are a few ways to order books: Because we value independence here at JPII, money may be sent...

This morning, our students, adults, and staff gathered around our flagpole in remembrance of 9/11.  Two adults from our Horizons group were responsible for raising the flag that represents our great country. After the flag was raised, everyone held hands in a circle and listened to a short prayer.  In...

Like anyone else in high school, our secondary students often tailor their classwork to prepare for life after school.  John Paul II Center is all about giving our students the tools and skills necessary to not only be independent post-graduation, but to earn a job as well. Transition Through coursework...

We love Summer for its starry nights, refreshing treats, and days spent by the pool (or ocean). These are the days we learn to cherish, but the end of Summer means the ushering in of another school year.  At JPII, that means the beginning of new discoveries. Whether it’s new friends,...

This year, there will be some slight changes to the school dress code.  The required dress code is as follows: WINTER UNIFORM – Dates: November 1st thru April 1st. – White or light blue, short sleeve or long sleeve, knit polo shirts (Must be purchased at McGinn School Apparel only) – Navy blue...

Over the past year, JPII Center has done a lot, from attending public events and field trips, to personal growth and learning, each of our students has added a new chapter to their journies. We always make sure we have a camera present, no matter where we may be.  We...

Isaac Nawa and Jordan Long, two students from Berks Catholic​ were paired with two of our students, Dereck and Jereck, during the Special Olympics Inspired by the brothers, Isaac and Jordan stopped by yesterday to congratulate the brothers for working hard and graduating. Not only that, but Isaac and Jordan...

We would like to take a moment to recognize our 2015 graduates and how far they have come since joining us.  Graduation day was shared by many and each individual got to take in the sense of achievement from each of our five grads. Here’s a quick look at what...

On Wednesday, May 27, our students had “Spring Training” at Big Vision Baseball.  Our students felt like the All-Stars that they are.  The starting lineups were even announced over the loudspeakers.  Needless to say, they had a blast! Our friends at Big Vision are a generous bunch, using raised funds...