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Lower School Foyer
Our School
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School serves students in PK-8th grade. Educating the whole child: mind, heart and spirit.
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Discover
PK - 2nd Grade
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Lower School students discover a love for learning and acquire the skills to be successful students.
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Grow
3rd-5th Grade
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As our 3rd-5th graders transition to the Upper School, they grow in their understanding of the world around them.
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Soar
6th - 8th Grade
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Middle School students hit their stride to excel academically and to begin to soar as they prepare for high school and beyond.
Upcoming Events
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Upper School Conference Room
Upper School Drama Room
Perot Museum
all day
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Church, Upper School, and Lower School
Prince of Peace
all day
Lower School and Upper School
STA By The Numbers
854
students in PK-8th grade
86%
of graduates continue on to a Catholic high school
1:1
middle school students have their own device to enhance learning
98%
of students are from our parish
100%
of PK-8th grade students participate in community service projects at STA
97%
retention rate for returning students
96%
of 5th-8th grade students participate in STA athletics
13
different sports offered each school year
Latest News
![STA Auction]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1544474608/staschoolorg/zagiivept3xewurtdiiv/stahomepage_auction.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1544474608/staschoolorg/zagiivept3xewurtdiiv/stahomepage_auction.jpg","width":280}])
Hone your superpowers and mark your calendar for the Superhero Soiree at Gilly's on Saturday, March 30th beginning at 6pm.
![Band performance]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1544465409/staschoolorg/tj2ayej6q9qn4rbfvr4q/BandPerformance.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1544465409/staschoolorg/tj2ayej6q9qn4rbfvr4q/BandPerformance.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1544465409/staschoolorg/tj2ayej6q9qn4rbfvr4q/BandPerformance.jpg","width":728}])
St. Thomas Aquinas Upper School students performed with the rest of the Music Learning Band in the City of Richardson Christmas parade on Saturday, December 1st.
![A Page Turning Club at STA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1543507562/staschoolorg/t35uancg1olq36r48ytm/Bookclub.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1543507562/staschoolorg/t35uancg1olq36r48ytm/Bookclub.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1543507562/staschoolorg/t35uancg1olq36r48ytm/Bookclub.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1543507562/staschoolorg/t35uancg1olq36r48ytm/Bookclub.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1543507562/staschoolorg/t35uancg1olq36r48ytm/Bookclub.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1543507562/staschoolorg/t35uancg1olq36r48ytm/Bookclub.jpg","width":2200}])
A new club has been added to the variety of activities offered here at STA: Book Club. The club has around 20 members including 3 teachers and the principal, Ms. Watts.
![Veterans Day Celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1542056987/staschoolorg/vgunrgikaonzeuhe6qge/veteransdayimage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1542056987/staschoolorg/vgunrgikaonzeuhe6qge/veteransdayimage.jpg","width":300}])
The 3rd-5th grade welcomed Col. Walter D. Powers and Veterans of all branches of the military with a program filled with tributes and song on Monday, November 11, 2018.
![STA Community Carnival]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1537455130/staschoolorg/vr0xakwwema9cmzq7oox/waag_carnivalsavethedate_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1537455130/staschoolorg/vr0xakwwema9cmzq7oox/waag_carnivalsavethedate_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1537455130/staschoolorg/vr0xakwwema9cmzq7oox/waag_carnivalsavethedate_1.jpg","width":648}])
Mark your calendar for a howling good time! Friday Bingo Night and Saturday Carnival and Talent Show. More information at stacarnival.com
![Join us for the STA Book Fair]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1536327645/staschoolorg/xv2npxurr1gatmadxoz8/EnchantedForestGraphic.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1536327645/staschoolorg/xv2npxurr1gatmadxoz8/EnchantedForestGraphic.jpg","width":288}])
It's that time of year all our students have been waiting for. Book Fair time! Join us in the Enchanted Forest Scholastic Book Fair Sept. 24 -Sept. 27.
![Back to School Guide Available]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1533230594/staschoolorg/dmwewo2nfmb3effagafp/ScreenShot2018-08-02at121230PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1533230594/staschoolorg/dmwewo2nfmb3effagafp/ScreenShot2018-08-02at121230PM.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1533230594/staschoolorg/dmwewo2nfmb3effagafp/ScreenShot2018-08-02at121230PM.png","width":611}])
This year's Back to School Guide for is now available on the Parents tab. This go-to resource prepared for STA parents can be referenced throughout the year. See you in a couple of weeks!
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This year, our Director of Technology, John Kappes, and Instructional Technology Specialist, Andrew Price, created a new 2-year plan for both the Lower School and Upper School that includes improvements to our current 1:1 program.