OLATHE — St. John Paul II here, the newest archdiocesan parish, will open a K-8 archdiocesan school in August.
Inspired by Pope John Paul II, the St. John Paul II Academy will provide a rich, liberal arts education integrated with education in the Catholic faith. Enrollment is open now for kindergarten, first and second grades, with a new grade being added every year. Two- and three-day preschool is also enrolling now.
A distinctive feature of this classical academy is the deeply integrated curriculum, which solidifies content in the memory, helping the child to make connections between particular subjects and the larger picture, fostering a wise vision of life. Expect an exceptional literacy and math program that is integrated with history, nature studies and the arts. And with refined and intentional use of technology, children will have more time for outdoor learning, extensive exposure to great literature and a broad experience of the musical and visual arts.
At the heart of this academy will be Jesus Christ. Twice weekly Mass, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, weekly eucharistic adoration and the thorough integration of the liturgical calendar into the ongoing life of the academy will be hallmarks of the program.
For more information, go online to: academy.stjpii.org or contact Jenny Kropf by email at: jennykropf@stjpii.org.
Tried to enroll. Apparently because I don’t fit what they want my kids can’t attend here. I’m not married so apparently my kids can’t go here unless the parents are married. How do single or divorced parents raise their kids Catholic? I’ve never felt more judged in my life. The first place they refer me to is Paola when I live in Spring Hill. It’s fine we will drive the 30 minutes to Wea!