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- Announcements Thursday, May 21, 2026May 21, 2026 - 7:19 am
Menu: No Lunch ___________________________________________________________________________ The Eucharist will be celebrated at 8:15 this morning in the St. Boniface Church followed by end of the year activities with a 11:00 dismissal this morning. Happy Birthday to students and faculty who will be celebrating birthdays over the summer. Good Luck to the Wolfpack track state qualifiers competing tomorrow […]
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August 10, 2026
Fall Practice Begins
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August 11, 2026
Blood Drive, 11-5 - Elgin Comm in charge
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August 11, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Parent Mtg & Grill Out
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August 13, 2026
First Day of School!
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August 13, 2026
1:00 Dismissal
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August 13, 2026 @ 8:15 am - 9:15 am
Mass (Fac)
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August 14, 2026 @ 7:40 am - 8:00 am
Jr. Right to Life mtg
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August 15, 2026
PJ Golf Tournament @ Antelope Country Club

Thursday, August 25, 2022
Friday: Pizza Lettuce Cookies & Cream Salad Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad __________________________________________________________________________
Happy Birthday to Henry L. who is celebrating his birthday today.
Good Luck to our volleyball teams competing at Lutheran High Northeast today. First game is at 5:00 p.m. Team members are dismissed at 2:50 p.m.
September calendar items are due in the office by dismissal tomorrow.
Today is the last day to vote for our Homecoming King and Queen. Check your email from Mrs. Borer and take care of that today if you haven’t done so already. Coronation is Sunday night at 7:00 p.m. in the St. Boniface Gym.
The FFA chapter will be selling mums this year the week of September 12th. The exact times the greenhouse will be open is not set yet, but this will be a first come first serve basis instead of the usual pre-order. As usual, the mums will be of high quality and at a great price.2nd period Ag students will remain here today.
FFA members – ** Dues/Release forms are due back by September 6th. Extra copies in the Ag room if you misplaced yours. T-Shirt sign-up needs to be done ASAP so the order can be placed. Get the word out about Mum sales!
The EPPJ Cross Country Store is up and set to close on Tuesday, September 6th at 10:00 a.m. Here is a link: eppj-cross-country-2022.itemorder.com/ Also note that August 17 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for volleyball gear & next Tuesday Aug 23 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for football gear. Links to order are on the Wolfpack Facebook page.
Pope John students are asked to sign up for Jr. Right to Life in the front office by next Tuesday, August 30. We will have a brief meeting on Wednesday August 31st at 7:40 a.m. in the Science room. Mr. Kratochvil and Mrs. Schumacher are Jr. Right to Life sponsors this year. Choose Life!
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
Thursday: Tator Tot Casserole Broccoli w/ Cheese Dinner Bun Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ______________________________________________________________________________
Happy Birthday to Elizabeth M. who is celebrating her birthday today.
Candy grams are due today!
September calendar items are due in the office by dismissal on Friday.
The FFA chapter will be selling mums this year the week of September 12th. The exact times the greenhouse will be open is not set yet, but this will be a first come first serve basis instead of the usual pre-order. As usual, the mums will be of high quality and at a great price.
2nd period Ag students will remain here today.
FFA members – ** Dues/Release forms are due back by September 6th. Extra copies in the Ag room if you misplaced yours. T-Shirt sign-up needs to be done ASAP so the order can be placed. Get the word out about Mum sales!
One Act tryouts will be tonight in the library at 6:30. There is a signup sheet in the office on a first come choice of nights.
The EPPJ Cross Country Store is up and set to close on Tuesday, September 6th at 10:00 a.m. Here is a link: eppj-cross-country-2022.itemorder.com/ Also note that August 17 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for volleyball gear & next Tuesday Aug 23 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for football gear. Links to order are on the Wolfpack Facebook page.
Pope John students are asked to sign up for Jr. Right to Life in the front office by next Tuesday, August 30. We will have a brief meeting on Wednesday August 31st at 7:40 a.m. in the Science room. Mr. Kratochvil and Mrs. Schumacher are Jr. Right to Life sponsors this year. Choose Life!
Tuesday, August 23, 2022
Wednesday: Chicken Fajitas w/Soft Shell Sweet Potato Fries Green Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ______________________________________________________________________________
All School Mass celebration this morning at 8:15 in the St. Boniface Church.
Candy grams are due tomorrow!
The FFA chapter will be selling mums this year the week of September 12th. The exact times the greenhouse will be open is not set yet, but this will be a first come first serve basis instead of the usual pre-order. As usual, the mums will be of high quality and at a great price.
Students are reminded that if they are assigned for duties (lunchroom, recycling, etc.) please remember to take care of these daily or on the days assigned. Your help is appreciated!
FFA members – ** Dues/Release forms are due back by September 6th. Extra copies in the Ag room if you misplaced yours. T-Shirt sign-up needs to be done ASAP so the order can be placed. Get the word out about Mum sales!
There will be a weekly collection at Mass on Tuesdays. Money collected is donated to charity. Last year $1,757 was raised and distributed to various charities. In addition, First Friday Mass collection will be going to support vocations to the Church.
One Act tryouts will be tonight and tomorrow night in the library at 6:30 p.m. There is a signup sheet in the office on a first come choice of nights.
The EPPJ Cross Country Store is up and set to close on Tuesday, September 6th at 10:00 a.m. Here is a link: eppj-cross-country-2022.itemorder.com/ Also note that August 17 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for volleyball gear & next Tuesday Aug 23 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for football gear. Links to order are on the Wolfpack Facebook page.
Monday, August 22, 2022
Tuesday: Spaghetti w/ Meatsauce Corn Cinnamon Roll Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ______________________________________________________________________________
The FFA chapter will be selling mums this year the week of September 12th. The exact times the greenhouse will be open is not set yet, but this will be a first come first serve basis instead of the usual pre-order. As usual, the mums will be of high quality and at a great price!
FFA members – ** Dues/Release forms are due back by September 6th. Extra copies in the Ag room if you misplaced yours. T-Shirt sign-up needs to be done ASAP so the order can be placed. Get the word out about Mum sales!
There will be a weekly collection at Mass on Tuesdays. Money collected is donated to charity. Last year $1,757 was raised and distributed to various charities. In addition, First Friday Mass collection will be going to support vocations to the Church.
One Act tryouts will be next Tuesday and Wednesday (August 23rd and 24th) in the library at 6:30 p.m. There is a signup sheet in the office on a first come choice of nights.
The EPPJ Cross Country Store is up and set to close on Tuesday, September 6th at 10:00 a.m. Here is a link: eppj-cross-country-2022.itemorder.com/ Also note that August 17 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for volleyball gear & next Tuesday Aug 23 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for football gear. Links to order are on the Wolfpack Facebook page.
Friday, August 19, 2022
Monday: Deli Ham Sandwich w/ WG Bun Baked Fries Peas Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ______________________________________________________________________________
Happy Birthday to Jory D. who will celebrate his birthday tomorrow.
The FFA chapter will be selling mums this year the week of September 12th. The exact times the greenhouse will be open is not set yet, but this will be a first come first serve basis instead of the usual pre-order. As usual, the mums will be of high quality and at a great price!
FFA members – ** Dues/Release forms are due back by September 6th. Extra copies in the Ag room if you misplaced yours. T-Shirt sign-up needs to be done ASAP so the order can be placed. Get the word out about Mum sales!
Mondays are T-shirt Day – wear your school t -shirt or house t-shirt with dress code bottoms.
There will be a weekly collection at Mass on Tuesdays. Money collected is donated to charity. Last year $1,757 was raised and distributed to various charities. In addition, First Friday Mass collection will be going to support vocations to the Church.
One Act tryouts will be next Tuesday and Wednesday (August 23rd and 24th) in the library at 6:30 p.m. There is a signup sheet in the office on a first come choice of time slots and nights.
This year’s National Honor Society officers are as follows: Co-presidents Linus Borer and Skyler Meis, Secretary Ashlynne Charf, and Treasurer Carter Beckman.
Juniors and seniors – if you would like to be an EMHC and/or lector please let Mrs. Schumacher know before leaving school today. Mrs. Schumacher said to pray about it.
The EPPJ Cross Country Store is up and set to close on Tuesday, September 6th at 10:00 a.m. Here is a link: eppj-cross-country-2022.itemorder.com/ Also note that August 17 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for volleyball gear & next Tuesday Aug 23 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for football gear. Links to order are on the Wolfpack Facebook page.
Elementary students are reminded to WAIT for the teacher by the north doors at the end of the school day before going outside. Students are not allowed to use the playground equipment while waiting for rides.
Thursday, August 18, 2022
Friday: Corndog Nacho Chips/Cheese Baked Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad __________________________________________________________________________
The FFA chapter will be selling mums this year the week of September 12th. The exact times the greenhouse will be open is not set yet, but this will be a first come first serve basis instead of the usual pre-order. As usual, the mums will be of high quality and at a great price!
Homecoming is just around the corner — Candy Gram forms are available in the office.
One Act tryouts will be next Tuesday and Wednesday (August 23rd and 24th) in the library at 6:30 p.m. There will be a signup sheet in the office on a first come choice of time slots and nights.
Juniors and seniors – if you would like to be an EMHC and/or lector please let Mrs. Schumacher know by Friday. Mrs. Schumacher said to pray about it.
The EPPJ Cross Country Store is up and set to close on Tuesday, September 6th at 10:00 a.m. Here is a link: eppj-cross-country-2022.itemorder.com/ Also note that August 17 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for volleyball gear & next Tuesday Aug 23 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for football gear. Links to order are on the Wolfpack Facebook page.
Elementary students are reminded to WAIT for the teacher by the north doors at the end of the school day before going outside. Students are not allowed to use the playground equipment while waiting for rides.
If anyone would like some fresh garden vegetables, please help yourself. They are on the picnic table in front of Mr. Heelan’s house (formerly Dennis Suhr’s). Enjoy!
Wednesday, August 17, 2022
Thursday: Taco Burger/Bun Corn Jell-O Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad __________________________________________________________________________
The FFA chapter will be selling mums this year the week of September 12th. The exact times the greenhouse will be open is not set yet, but this will be a first come first serve basis instead of the usual pre-order. As usual, the mums will be of high quality and at a great price!
FFA Meeting today @ 6:00 p.m. in the Ag Room. Supper will be provided. All current and new members/undecided should come!
Homecoming is just around the corner — Candy Gram forms are available in the office. Students in grades PreK – 6th will receive a form in their classroom.
Juniors and seniors – if you would like to be an EMHC and/or lector please let Mrs. Schumacher know by Friday. Mrs. Schumacher said to pray about it.
Antelope County News, The Elgin Review, and Kimberly’s Photography will be here to take team photos today at 4:00 p.m. in the EPS gym.
The EPPJ Cross Country Store is up and set to close on Tuesday, September 6th at 10:00 a.m. Here is a link: eppj-cross-country-2022.itemorder.com/ Also note that August 17 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for volleyball gear & next Tuesday Aug 23 at 10:00 a.m. is the last day for football gear. Links to order are on the Wolfpack Facebook page.
Student Council meeting tomorrow morning at 7:40 in Mrs. L. Borer’s classroom.
Tuesday, August 16, 2022
Menu: Goulash Green Beans Chocolate Chip Muffin Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Wednesday: Mr. Rib/Bun Scalloped Potatoes Broccoli Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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The FFA chapter will be selling mums this year the week of September 12th. The exact times the greenhouse will be open is not set yet, but this will be a first come first serve basis instead of the usual pre-order. As usual, the mums will be of high quality and at a great price!
Reminder that all JH and any student taking a physical education class must have a physical before you may participate. Be sure to have the physical and the NSAA signature page completed.
National Honor Society meeting Wednesday morning at 7:45 in Mrs. Klein’s room.
If you have any forms, please bring them to the office before leaving school today.
A sack with school supplies was left in the Art Room and may be claimed in the office if you left it there.
FFA Meeting – Wednesday, August 17th @ 6:00 p.m. in the Ag Room. Supper will be provided. All current and new members/undecided should come!
Juniors and seniors that would like to be an EMHC and/or lector please let Mrs. Schumacher know by Friday. Mrs. Schumacher said to pray about it.
Antelope County News, The Elgin Review, and Kimberly’s Photography will be here to take team photos Wednesday, August 17 at 4:00 p.m. in the EPS gym. We should have the picture packets to hand out Monday.
Monday, August 15, 2022
Tuesday: Goulash Green Beans Chocolate Chip Muffin Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad ___________________________________________________________________________
All school Mass celebration this morning at 8:15 in the St. Boniface Church in honor of the Feast of the Assumption.
Remind that all JH and any student taking a physical education class must have a physical before you may participate. Be sure to have the physical and the NSAA signature page completed.
National Honor Society meeting on Wednesday at 7:45 in Mrs. Klein’s room.
JH girls’ volleyball will begin today.
If you have any forms, please bring them to the office before leaving school today.
FFA Meeting – Wednesday, August 17th @ 6:00 p.m. in the Ag Room. Supper will be provided. All current and new members/undecided should come!
Antelope County News, The Elgin Review, and Kimberly’s Photography will be here to take team photos Wednesday, August 17 at 4:00 p.m. in the EPS gym. We should have the picture packets to hand out Monday.
Friday, August 12, 2022
Menu: Pulled Pork w/ WG Bun Tator Tots Baked Beans Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
Monday: Ham Pattie/Croissant Tri-Pattie Carrots Fruit Milk OR Chef Salad
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Happy Birthday to Mrs. Schrage and Chloe K. who are celebrating birthdays today, to Mrs. K. Schindler and Reid K. on Saturday and Ethan S. on Sunday.
8th period Into to Ag will report to class today. Other classes will report on Monday.
JH girls’ volleyball will begin on Monday.
If you have any forms, please bring them to the office before leaving school today.
FFA Meeting – Wednesday, August 17th @ 6:00 p.m. in the Ag Room. Supper will be provided. All current and new members/undecided should come!