Hi Everyone, I am writing to let you know that PJPII is not closing. As a matter of fact, I found out through a friend of mine there is a new principal who partnered with the Archdiocese, Big Shoulders and private donors to address all the worries and frustrations we as parents face trying to give our kids the best education. I sacrifice for my daughter to go to school. She is too little and too smart to put her in an overcrowded classroom. So I was so excited to meet the new principal who is really warm and caring. She really wants the best for our kids. In just two weeks she already has a company coming to deep clean the building so it is spotless, company to inspect the building and make sure it is safe and up to code in every way, new math program with UIC Professors who will support the teachers and students, a new literacy program, writing program, added to the science program, has new ideas for fundraisers, brought in college to career programs and has a Doctoral Degree and has a ton of support to offer families who are in need. She told me her goal was to live our Pope John Paul II vision and mission and make our school a blue ribbon school. Did you know she also mentors other principals and comes from schools where she had to fix behavior problems and I heard from other parents that she did a great job. We need to support her so that our kids can have a school they can call their own. We need a school that listens to parents and really knows how to educate our kids! She saved a school on the South East Side of Chicago and when she left the place had kids who out-performed the entire neighborhood. She is a mother too! She gets us as parents. Let's help her! Let's make Pope John Paul II School great again! Let's forgive like Pope John Paul II and move forward! I think he wants to bless all of us! You know he is a new saint after all! Anything is possible. Forgive and try again. You won't be disappointed. If you don't believe me check out their facebook. They will be showing pics of the progress made next week :www.facebook.com/pjpiischool. read more

New beginnings! New Energy! We are fortunate to have secured a new Principal (Ms. Lisa Griffiths) who truly cares about the students, parents and faculty; Extremely receptive to suggestions. Her educational background is extensive and her goals to strive for superior academics/teaching methods will allow our students to build solid foundations allowing them to soar, setting high standards for themselves. Our teachers instill leadership values; Students are well prepared for the future. Our teachers are friendly and supportive; no student is left behind. Our business staff work hard to satisfy your needs daily. PJPII is committed to values and faith. We are family! If you are looking for a school where your child will receive individualized attention, look no further. A great place for your child to learn in a disciplined safe environment. Give your child an opportunity to expand their knowledge; enroll him/her at PJPII. Knowledge equals Success! read more

My daughter has been here since prek and she loves the school. The teachers are great and teach not only academics but also social skills which are just as important. My Catholic faith is important to me and I want to pass it along to my daughter. While I do teach it at home, I see that my daughter is picking up much more than I knew at her age about religion. Plus, I like that she is learning about these values in a school setting along with her peers. Classroom size is smaller compared to CPS so she gets more teacher attention. I feel she is in a safe environment and for all these reasons, I am more than willing to make this investment in her education. read more

I have had 5 Children graduate from this school two in the past three years and still have one that is becoming a fifth grader. The teachers are caring and very knowledgeable. They continue to teach and inquire about the children even if they are not their students anymore. The staff is very courteous and helpful. My two youngest have been there since preschool and their curriculum and catholic faith have been enhanced every single year they have been there. I guess my experience and my children's have been very different than the previous posts. read more

As proud parent of 3 at Pope John Paul, I'am happy to say the school has a great preschool program. Great teachers and staff whom are willing to go above and beyond to assist each and every child. Small class sizes which help students receive individual attention with an excellent academic curriculum. I'am not sure how this school was in the past, but from my own personal experience I wouldn't take my kids anywhere else. All 3 of my kids from ages 4 to 10 love their school, they feel welcomed. read more

Muy buena escuela, tengo a mis dos niños aqui. Tendremos una nueva directora este año escolar y por lo pronto ya estamos viendo algunos cambios como nuevos programas educativos y limpieza profunda de los dos edificios. Estoy muy contenta con todos los maestros que mis hijos han tenido y emocionada a ver que sucede con estos cambios nuevos! read more

Its a really good school, my 2 boys has been there since Preeschool and has been an amazing experience as a parent and for them too. Also there is the option of half or full day for the preschoolers. The staff is friendly and teachers are caring, respectfull and the kids learn based in catholic faith. read more

it is unfairtrash and falling apartif you're thinking to go here you don't This school lacks discipline and leadership. The children have learned that they can pretty much get away with anything. read more

I love this school. Great discipline and great teachers and a clean building too!