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On May 19, the JPII Class of 2025 celebrated their Commencement at The Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville. The evening was a beautiful celebration of the accomplishments, friendships, love, and support, as acknowledged by all of the graduation speeches.
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On May 17, the senior class, their families, and faculty gathered at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Hendersonville to celebrate a meaningful milestone: the Baccalaureate Mass for the Class of 2025 and the Bishop Kmiec Award recipients.
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Each year, JPII graduates are honored for their outstanding academic, artistic, and athletic achievements, as well as their dedication to the mission of our school: to be strong in mind, body, character, and spirit for lives of learning and service, according to the Gospel.
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On May 1, seniors wore their college shirts to school for national College Decision Day! Sponsored by the JPII college counselors, the celebration included cupcakes and a chance to capture the moment in front of the official class of 2025 backdrop with their friends.
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Two students from the JPII class of 2025, Thomas Arender and Erin Rieck, have advanced as finalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. This prestigious honor is awarded to the nation’s top high school seniors based on their exceptional academic performance, PSAT/SAT/ACT scores, and other achievements. They will be considered for National Merit Scholarship Awards to be offered in 2025.
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