Centered in CHRIST


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The student learning outcomes of St. Thomas Aquinas are based on developing attributes and habits of mind that reflect the school's Catholic beliefs, values and commitment to excellence.

St. Thomas Aquinas students will be:

1. Critical Thinkers who:

  • a) Work collaboratively and independently
  • b) Solve problems effectively by employing prior knowledge and higher order thinking skills
  • c) Identify, access, analyze, synthesize, use, and cite resources and information productively
  • d) Explore, discuss and demonstrate an awareness of ethical and behavior issues
  • e) Demonstrate advanced skill in reading, writing and mathematics and apply them according to the curriculum
  • f) Articulate ideas clearly and effectively through oral, written, and artistic expression and creative means

    • 2. Healthy and Balanced Individuals who:

    • a) Have the knowledge of  and foundation for good personal habits for a healthy and active lifestyle
    • b) Participate regularly in activities which support a healthy lifestyle
    • c) Have a solid foundation of knowledge of good nutrition and healthy habits
    • d) Have skills for dealing productively with stress and frustration
    • e) Maintain a balance in all five dimensions of health (physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and intellectual)

      • 3. Responsible Citizens with Global Awareness who:

      • a) Acknowledge and respect religious, cultural and ideological diversity and individual differences
      • b) Participate in community service
      • c) Respect property and natural resources
      • d) Display empathy for global issues and participate in finding solutions to global concerns
      • e) Adhere to high moral values consistent with Catholic teaching, practices and prayer
      • f) Demonstrate virtues of character and make good choices

        • Virtues of Character

        • Trustworthiness
        • Caring
        • Fairness
        • Respect
        • Responsibility
        • Citizenship
        • Ownership

          • 4. Inquirers who:

          • a) Develop their natural curiosity
          • b) Actively enjoy learning
          • c) Are motivated by their desire for knowledge
          • d) Read, listen and respond effectively and critically
          • e) Use technology ethically to access and utilize information
          • f) Use the scientific method for investigation and reporting

            • 5. Self-Motivated Learners who:

            • a) Work toward maximizing potential by setting challenging, but achievable goals
            • b) Demonstrate personal accountability and principled behavior
            • c) Exhibit good study and work habits that include regular school/work attendance and good time management
            • d) Monitor, assess, and reflect upon their academic growth and development

              • 6. Truth-Seekers who:

              • a) Connect different academic disciplines in an effort to harmonize faith and culture
              • b) Value the interaction between theology and other disciplines
              • c) Are enriched by the foundation of the Word of God in all intellectual and spiritual inquiry

                • C.H.R.I.S.T.