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Saint Thomas Aquinas High School is a Catholic faith community which inspires, educates, and mentors students to embrace their unique mission and develop a relationship with Jesus.
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Students are challenged to make their faith living, conscious and active.
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At Saint Thomas Aquinas, students are fostered in a climate where they are known and loved, just like family.
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Students of all academic abilities are guided to fulfill their personal God-given potential and prepare them for success.
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We aim to teach student-athletes the importance of ethical behavior, good sportsmanship, and positive values.
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Clubs, activities and athletic programs allow students to explore their interests and discover their strengths.
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Gifts to Saint Thomas Aquinas represent not only faith in the work of the school, but also belief in our collective future.
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School News
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Fifty Days after the Resurrection, the Holy Spirit unleashes the gifts upon the apostles.
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Looking to put an end to summer boredom? Registration for our Grade School Summer Camps is OPEN!
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Register NOW for the annual Saints Golf Classic! ⛳️
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Mark your calendar for these important dates in August for the upcoming 2024-25 school year!
*Please note: Dates are subject to change.
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Retirement of a Distinguished Faculty Member
Cathryn Radiel 1988 - 2024
After 36 remarkable years of service to Saint Thomas Aquinas High School, Cathryn Radiel is bidding farewell to her distinguished teaching career as she embarks on a well-earned retirement.
Jesus takes his victory over death back to Heaven - to his rightful seat by the Father. His "ascension into heaven" opens the gateway for us to our heavenly home.
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Here’s a fabulous opportunity for any current female seniors or recent grads interested in pursuing careers in Finance.
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Juniors - Your senior year is not quite upon you, but we are already starting to prepare for our Senior Trip to Rome - Spring Break 2025! This is an exciting year to go to Rome, as it is a Jubilee Year with the bronze doors open to celebrate “Pilgrims of Hope.”
Are you interested in going to Rome next March? Fill out the Google form below.
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For your students interested in science &/or healthcare, we offer three exciting one-day Pharmacy Camps in Columbia, Springfield & Kansas City.
- Columbia - June 7
- Springfield - June 21
- Kansas City - June 28
Students who have completed 9th grade or higher can register online! This website also shows a highlight reel from last year.
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Congratulations to these current and former Saints Basketball coaches for being recognized by the Greater Kansas City Basketball Coaches Association (GKCBCA)!
⭐️Rick Hetzel: Hall of Fame
⭐️Mark Nusbaum: Hall of Fame
⭐️Bob Harbour: Walt Tylicki Memorial Award
⭐️Sean Reilly: Tom Colwell Lifetime Achievement Award