Campus in the spring with cherry blossoms in full bloom.
Learn about other cultures in Ecuador, France, England, Italy, Spain, or immerse yourself in service in West Virginia or Haiti.
JPII offers the broadest athletic programs in the state and competes in the elite Division II AA Large.
Our Football and Competition Cheer team has an outstanding record of regional and state championships.
Father David Dodd '08 has a deep connection to Pope and enjoys returning when he can to celebrate Mass. It was his experience at Pope that led him to his vocation and began a family legacy. Fr. Dodd led the way for sister Rachel '11, brother Zach '20, and his sister Hannah will graduate in 2023 from the Hand in Hand Options program.
News
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Eight students sign to continue their athletic careers. Go, Knights!
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Don't miss out on what's happening in the Pope Prep Community. Check out this week's announcements!
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Three Pope Prep artists receive awards and recognition in photography, design, and ceramics.
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Semester 2 was updated to reflect the new Baccalaureate Mass and Graduation dates.
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ATHLETIC EVENTS
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University of Tennessee Aquatic Center
TBA
Christ Presbyterian Academy
Christ Presbyterian Academy
Christ Presbyterian Academy
Christ Presbyterian Academy
University of Tennessee Aquatic Center
Ensworth Middle
Ensworth Middle, Franklin Road Academy
Ensworth Middle
Ensworth Middle, Franklin Road Academy
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Fairview
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Friendship Christian School
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Father Ryan High School
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Pope John Paul II Preparatory School
Harpeth Hall School
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Merrol Hyde Magnet School
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Montgomery Bell Academy
Baylor School
FIRST CLASS FACULTY
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Authentic Learning Experiences Through Our Signature Innov8 Academic Program
The Innov8 Program, spearheaded by Jennifer Dye, began in the fall of 2016. Since its inception, the program has grown to include over 15-course offerings. Courses are open to students grades 10-12 and meet 12 for weeks, rotating through the fall, winter, and spring.
Learn more about our Innov8 Program.
![Mr. Ed Leonard, Daywind Music]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1578944704/jp2hsorg/u5yebri3kbzr9kzbjwlb/EdLeonard2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1578944704/jp2hsorg/u5yebri3kbzr9kzbjwlb/EdLeonard2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1578944704/jp2hsorg/u5yebri3kbzr9kzbjwlb/EdLeonard2.jpg","width":720}])
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![Tanner Taddeo Class of 2010]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1605029757/jp2hsorg/y0gkqtziz3nrmsujeakx/TannerTaddeo10.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1605029757/jp2hsorg/y0gkqtziz3nrmsujeakx/TannerTaddeo10.jpg","width":390}])
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