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YOUR LEGACY STARTS HERE

POPE JOHN PAUL II
HIGH SCHOOL

HOME OF THE GOLDEN PANTHERS

Forever Grateful. Forever Proud.

With gratitude to alumni veterans who serve with faith and excellence.

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Statue of Pope John Paul II outside the entrance of Poe John Paul II High School

PJP At A Glance

100+

course offerings, including over 50 honors courses

>90%

students participate in clubs & activities

$42M

scholarships awarded to class of 2025

Your Legacy
Starts Here

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Paulie the Panther, the PJP Golden Panther mascot

Our School. Our Pride.

With more than 150 years of Catholic educational legacy, Pope John Paul II High School continues a proud tradition of preparing students for life.


Our graduates pursue higher education at top universities across the nation and build meaningful careers in leading companies.


Guided by faith, service, and excellence, our students contribute more than 10,000 hours of Christian Service each year and graduate ready to lead in their communities and beyond.

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Events

  • 10 days to the event
    Fri, Nov 14
    Pope John Paul II High School
    Nov 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM EST
    Pope John Paul II High School, 181 Rittenhouse Rd, Royersford, PA 19468, USA
    Pope John Paul II High School's Legacy of Impact Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
  • Multiple Dates
    17 days to the event
    Fri, Nov 21
    Pope John Paul II High School
    Nov 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Pope John Paul II High School, 181 Rittenhouse Rd, Royersford, PA 19468, USA
  • 21 days to the event
    Tue, Nov 25
    MaGerk's Pub & Grill Royersford
    Nov 25, 2025, 6:30 PM
    MaGerk's Pub & Grill Royersford, 70 Buckwalter Rd suite 1600, Royersford, PA 19468, USA
    Enjoy complimentary appetizers and a cash bar as you catch up with friends and classmates.
  • 29 days to the event
    Wed, Dec 03
    Pope John Paul II High School
    Dec 03, 2025, 7:00 PM
    Pope John Paul II High School, 181 Rittenhouse Rd, Royersford, PA 19468, USA
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Discover Your Passion.
Lead with Purpose.

At PJP, every student has the opportunity to grow beyond the classroom. With dozens of clubs, activities, and leadership roles, students explore their passions, build confidence, and become leaders who live their faith through service and community.

FAITH & SERVICE

Helping students grow in faith and compassion through service, ministry, and outreach that shape both heart and character.

ACADEMICS & LEADERSHIP

Empowering students to think critically, lead with confidence, and discover their full potential through enriching academic experiences.

ARTS & MEDIA

Inspiring creativity and confidence through visual and performing arts programs that encourage every student to shine.

STEM & INNOVATION

Providing students hands-on opportunities to explore science, technology, and innovation in a forward-thinking environment.

ATHLETICS & RECREATION

Building teamwork, discipline, and school pride through athletic and recreational programs that bring out the best in every Panther.

Traditions Keep Us Together

For more than 150 years, our traditions have shaped who we are as a family. Rooted in faith and built on legacy, our community comes together through celebrations, service, performances, and fundraisers that reflect the spirit of Pope John Paul II High School, where faith, service, and excellence guide everything we do.

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FAITH & SERVICE

Students grow in faith, compassion, and leadership through Masses, retreats, and service that bring the Gospel to life.

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PRIDE & LEGACY

PJP traditions like Homecoming, Pantheron, and the Legacy Hall of Fame unite generations of Panthers in pride.

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GIVING & GROWTH

The John Paul Fund and community events strengthen PJP’s mission to benefit generations to come.

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First of its Kind

Home since 2010.

Legacy since 1866.

Come visit us in

Royersford, Pennsylvania.

The new Pope John Paul II Business Institute makes PJP the first high school in Pennsylvania to offer Bloomberg certification programs.

Panthers' Learning Center with PAWS (Panthers Achieving Worthwhile Success) program

Leading Learning

The Panthers’ Learning Center (PLC) is PJP’s hub of student support and home to the PAWS Program (Panthers Achieving Worthwhile Success), providing academic, social, and emotional resources that help every student learn, grow, and thrive.

Home since 2010.

Legacy since 1866.

Come visit us in

Royersford, Pennsylvania.

Front entrance of Pope John Paul II High School in Royersford PA

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Home since 2010.

Legacy since 1866.

Come visit us in

Royersford, Pennsylvania.

Home since 2010. Legacy since 1866.

Come visit us in Royersford, Pennsylvania.

Thank You Golden Partners

Our Golden Partners are a special part of the Pope John Paul II High School community. Their generosity helps sustain our mission of faith, service, and excellence by supporting scholarships, programs, and events that enrich student life. We are deeply grateful for their commitment to helping our students grow in spirit, leadership, and success.

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