school.morecommunity.orgSaint Thomas More Catholic School – Welcoming Students in the Heart of Saint Paul for More than 100

years Tour Calendar Faculty & Staff Giving Contact Search Welcome Discover Academics Admissions Jesuit Values After School Search Welcome Discover Academics Admissions Jesuit Values After School Tour Calendar Faculty & Staff Giving Contact Home WELCOMING HEARTS. Children do not simply attend Saint Thomas More Catholic School—they belong. INSPIRING MINDS. IGNITING EXCELLENCE. THE TWIN CITIES’ ONLY We welcome families of all backgrounds and faith traditions. JESUIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL WE INSPIRE ALL CHILDREN to be their best in all they do. We support, we teach, but most of all, we inspire all children to be their best in all they do. Read more A Welcoming Community Children do not simply attend Saint Thomas More Catholic School—they belong. The moment students cross our threshold, they are welcomed into a warm and vibrant school family. Like any family, we get to know each and every child as a person and as a student. We uncover how they learn best. We empower them to discover their innermost gifts and talents. And, we love them as we do our own. Learn more Grade Levels Our strong Preschool-8th grade liberal arts curriculum prepares students for success in high school and beyond. Preschool Our flexible, family-oriented preschool offers a variety of programs for children 33 months and older, including full-day, part-day and pre-kindergarten options. Choose MORE for your child. Discover Preschool Elementary Creativity is nurtured, new concepts are explored and learning blossoms in our primary grades. Our education focuses on the whole child and is a foundation for excellence. Discover Elementary Middle School Challenging curriculum that is relevant, integrative and exploratory maximizes student success in our middle school which prepares students for high school and beyond. Discover Middle School Jesuit Tradition The only Jesuit elementary school in Minnesota, Saint Thomas More embraces Ignatian spirituality, developing the characteristics of a Jesuit school graduate in our students. In the Jesuit tradition, we welcome families of all beliefs and backgrounds – 25% of our students are non-Catholic – and we fully involve all students in the faith life of our community. Leadership For more than a century, Saint Thomas More has welcomed students in the heart of Saint Paul on Summit Avenue. The school is led by Principal, Patrick Lofton and Pastor, Fr. R.J. Fichtinger. With more than 25 years of experience serving Catholic schools, Mr. Lofton believes the ultimate goal of Jesuit education is to help students become faith-filled, intellectually curious and prepared to make a difference in our world. Read More Welcoming New Families There is a place for everyone a t Saint Thomas More. Every year for the past three years St. Thomas More has welcomed new students into every grade. These students are embraced by their classmates and teachers on day one. We make sure that your child’s academic and social transition is a smooth one. Visits & Tours Prospective families are encouraged to visit Saint Thomas More to discover the difference our school can make in the life of your child. After touring, ambassador families are available to answer your questions and offer personal insights. Prospective students are welcome to shadow for a day which will provide a first-hand view of daily school life. Registration Our registration process is completed online through FACTS. Families manage registration and tuition through its online portal. Financial Information We are able to keep the cost of education lower through the generosity of our parish and development initiatives. News and Updates Open House Families with children from preschool through middle school are invited to attend Saint Thomas More’s Open House February 1, 2024 from 5:30-7pm. New Admissions From preschool and kindergarten through middle school, if your family is interested in joining the STM family, please get in touch with our staff. We would love to meet you! 2022-23 Annual Report Our 2022-23 Annual Report is ready. Read about our accomplishments during the past school year, progress on our strategic goals, and future plans and goals for the coming year. Upcoming Events Calendar List View Calendar May 2024 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 School Mass School Mass May 1, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am See more details • 2 3 First Friday Coffee First Friday Coffee May 3, 2024 8:00 am - 9:00 am See more details • 4 5 6 7 8 School Mass School Mass May 8, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am See more details • 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 School Mass School Mass May 15, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am See more details • 16 K - 8th grade Spring Concert K - 8th grade Spring Concert May 16, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm See more details • 17 18 19 20 21 22 Preschool Graduation Preschool Graduation May 22, 2024 See more details • 23 Field Day K- 7th grade Field Day K- 7th grade May 23, 2024 See more details Last Day of School for Kinders & 8th Grade Last Day of School for Kinders & 8th Grade May 23, 2024 See more details • • 24 Last Day of Preschool Last Day of Preschool May 24, 2024 See more details 8th Grade Graduation 8th Grade Graduation May 24, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm See more details • • 25 26 27 No School - Memorial Day Holiday No School - Memorial Day Holiday May 27, 2024 See more details • 28 Kinder Camp Kinder Camp May 28, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am See more details • 29 School Mass School Mass May 29, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am See more details Kinder Camp Kinder Camp May 29, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am See more details • • 30 Kinder Camp Kinder Camp May 30, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am See more details • 31 Early Release - Last Day of School Early Release - Last Day of School May 31, 2024 11:30 am - 12:30 pm See more details • List View School Mass May 8, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am School Mass May 15, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am K - 8th grade Spring Concert May 16, 2024 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Preschool Graduation May 22, 2024 Field Day K- 7th grade May 23, 2024 Last Day of School for Kinders & 8th Grade May 23, 2024 Last Day of Preschool May 24, 2024 8th Grade Graduation May 24, 2024 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm No School - Memorial Day Holiday May 27, 2024 Kinder Camp May 28, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am School Mass May 29, 2024 8:30 am - 9:30 am Kinder Camp May 29, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am Kinder Camp May 30, 2024 9:00 am - 11:00 am Early Release - Last Day of School May 31, 2024 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Summer Program begins June 3, 2024 1065 Summit Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105 651-224-4836 info@morecommunity.org Saint Thomas More Parish Welcoming Hearts. Inspiring Minds. Igniting Excellence. Give Tour Apply Lunch Facebook Feed Comments Box SVG icons Used for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons St.Thomas More Catholic School 1 day ago Our sixth graders did an amazing job with their research, boards and costumes on a figure from Ancient Greece! Great work, 6th grade! ... See More See Less +7 0 Comments Comment on Facebook St.Thomas More Catholic School 5 days ago JROTC Twilight Parade for these STM alums and CDH freshmen! ... See More See Less 1 Comment Comment on Facebook Love those kids!! St.Thomas More Catholic School 5 days ago Thank you Her family! They shared a bit about their Hmong culture today in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month. ... See More See Less 3 Comments Comment on Facebook You look so wonderful Her Fam!❤️ I love this! So cool. Lovely St.Thomas More Catholic School 6 days ago Congratulations to Mary, a student in Mrs. Brown’s second grade classroom, who won first place in the 2024 Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis’ Center for Mission Writing Contest. Mary’s entry had a very short and powerful message and some beautiful artwork featuring birds. Mary and so many STM students make others feel welcome everyday at our school. Congratulations to Mary! ... See More See Less 1 Comment Comment on Facebook Congrats, Mary!!! St.Thomas More Catholic School 6 days ago Mass Day with Fr. RJ!! ... See More See Less +7 1 Comment Comment on Facebook Jeez, I wish...