Academic News
- Summer Reading Assignments
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Educational research shows that students lose some of the critical reading skills over the summer if they do not practice. Reading as few as six books over the summer can help students retain or even improve their skills in reading!
Here at St. Thomas More, we wish to give our students a reason to keep reading. Though we won’t assign six books for students to read over the summer, every year students will be required to read one, two or four books (depending on the class they enroll in). These books are chosen by the English department and approved by Father Lampitt and the rest of the high school administration.
Click here to find out your specific assignment(s).
Posted on May 22, 2012 - 11:39 AM
- Congratulations to the Class of 2012!
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The STM Class of 2012.
Posted on May 22, 2012 - 10:10 AM
- Algebra Skills Review Summer Course
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Does your student needs a review of basic algebra? Get your student off to a great start this year in Math! The High School of Saint Thomas More is offering an algebra skills
review course this summer to help get students focused right before school starts ($110 course fee, July 30th - August 2nd and Aug 6th - Aug 9th from 9-10:30, taught by Scott DeWitt).Fill out and return this Registration Form to the STM Office by May 29th.
Posted on May 15, 2012 - 11:50 AM
- State Math Team Results
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The High School of St. Thomas More Math Team won 3rd place in the ICTM State Math Contest at the University of Illinois, Saturday, May 5. A total of 54 high schools competed at the Division 1A level in 12 events. STM placed in 9 of the 12 events to secure a 3rd place finish.
Following is a list of the event winners:
Geometry – 4th place
Algebra 2 – 4th place
Precalculus – 6th place
Fr./So. 8-person – 3rd place
Jr./Sr. 8-person – 4th place
Jr./Sr. 2-person – 5th place
Fr./So. Relay #2 – 8th place
Jr./Sr. Relay #1 & #2 – 6th place
Oral Presentation – 3rd placeCongratulations to the 2012 Math Team!!!!
Posted on May 08, 2012 - 12:48 PM
- 1st Annual Burkett Memorial 5k Run
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Please join us in celebrating the lives of Morgan, Jon, and Dana Buerkett! As a graduate of the Class of 2010 at the High School of St. Thomas More, Morgan helped lead both the volleyball and track teams and was an exemplary student. 
In honor of Morgan, STM National Honor Society is teaming up with Pepsi in hosting the 1st Annual Buerkett Memorial 5K to raise money for the Morgan Lee Buerkett Scholarship.
When: May 12, 2012
Where: The High School of St. Thomas More
Time: 7:30am-8:45am Registration, 9:00am RunRegistration will be day-of only with a $25 fee.
Questions? Email Nick Gallivan at 12ngallivan@hs-stm.org, Rachel Semple at 12rsemple@hs-stm.org, or visit the STM website at hs-stm.org.
Posted on Apr 26, 2012 - 02:18 PM
- Kudos to the Latin Students
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On March 14, 2012 33 students of the High School of Saint Thomas More participated in the National Latin Exam sponsored by the American Classical League Our students were joined by over 148.000 others from all 50states and 13 foreign countries including Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Iran, Italy, Japan, New Zealand Poland, and the United Kingdom. Out of the 33 STM students 26 received an award.
Posted on Apr 12, 2012 - 12:03 PM
- Study Skills Summer Course
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Does your student need help getting organized and preparing for tests? Is your student feeling overwhelmed about balancing school work and activities at STM? The High School of Saint Thomas More is offering a Study Skills course this summer to prepare students to tackle these tasks.
Posted on Apr 11, 2012 - 12:40 PM
- 2012-2013 Driver’s Ed Program Changes
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STM will be offering a Drivers Education class during the summer of 2012. Classes are for STM students only and will be held at STM. Click for full details.
Posted on Apr 11, 2012 - 12:29 PM
- STM Student Council offering $500 grant to 2012-13 Freshman
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The High School of Saint Thomas More Student Council is offering a one time $500 grant to an incoming Freshman for the 2012-2013 school year. Applicants should send all application materials to Krista Hinkley at The High School of Saint Thomas More by May 1, 2012. Please contact Krista Hinkley at khinkley@hs-stm.org for questions. Click here to print the Grant Application.
Posted on Apr 04, 2012 - 02:32 PM
- Spelling Bee Hosted at STM
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The English Department at The High School of Saint Thomas More will host a Spelling Bee for 5th-8th grade students from Holy Cross, St. Malachy, St. Matthew, and St. Thomas on Wednesday, April 4th beginning at 6pm in the high school Cafetorium. Please make plans to join us for this inaugural event.
Posted on Mar 29, 2012 - 09:40 AM
- Barnes & Noble Bookfair: 4/13 - 4/15
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Help raise funds for STM when you buy books at the Barnes & Noble Bookfair. Just click to print out a voucher and take it to B&N on the bookfair dates.
Friday, Apr 13, 2011 through Sunday, April 15, 2011
Barnes & Noble
65 East Market View Drive
Champaign, IL 61820Posted on Mar 29, 2012 - 08:48 AM
- STM earns Continuing Accreditation from NCA CASI!
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Principal Mike Scholz announces that The High School of St. Thomas More has earned continuing accreditation from the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), an accreditation division of AdvancED. This action was taken by the AdvancED Accreditation Commission on Feb 21, 2012. The High School of St. Thomas More has been accredited since 2002.
Posted on Mar 27, 2012 - 09:23 AM
- Knights of Columbus Council 891–Champaign Establishes Scholarship
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Knights of Columbus Council 891 of Champaign established a scholarship in the amount of $50,000 at The High School of Saint Thomas More. Grand Knight Bob Foertsch stated “the Knights of Columbus is committed to the mission of The High School of Saint Thomas More in developing students spiritually, morally, intellectually, and physically in an atmosphere of respect and reverence”. Two $1,000 scholarships will be awarded each school year to students in need of financial assistance. (Pictured L-R: Mike Scholz; Kay Reiser; Val Koble, Kay-cee Corp. President; and Bob Foertsch, Grand Knight)
Posted on Mar 16, 2012 - 02:40 PM
- 2009 Graduate Dan Kapolnek Receives Young Alumni of the Year Award
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On Saturday, March 3rd, during the inaugural St. Paddy’s Party “Lucky You”, Alumni Association board president Rob Foreman presented the STM Young Alumni of the Year Award to 2009 graduate Dan Kapolnek. Dan was awarded a Trustee Scholarship and Track and Field Scholarship at the University of Saint Francis. He volunteered for Adam Kinzinger’s Congressional Campaign and recently established a new student organization “United Students of America” to benefit military veterans. In recognition of his efforts in forming this organization, he was awarded the 2011 Meritorious Service Award for Political Science. Dan served as an intern under Illinois State Senator Mark Kirk working on research for the first bill ever introduced by Senator Kirk. He’s been named to the 2010 and 2011 Dean’s List and received the Athletic Academic Excellence Award in 2011. Click here for presentation details.
Posted on Mar 16, 2012 - 02:35 PM
- Pre-arranged Absence Reminder
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Warmer days and family trips are fast approaching. Pre-arranged absences are covered in the Student Handbook on page 27. Please be reminded of the following:
Pre-arranged absences are a privilege the school allows. Our primary concern is the student’s academic status and their prior absences. WORK MUST BE MADE UP PRIOR TO BEING ABSENT. Pre-arranged absences can be granted for family trips.
Failure to pre-arrange an absence will result in an unexcused absence.ImportantTherefore, with the exception of funerals, doctor appointments, and certain emergencies, notice must be made in writing FIVE (5) SCHOOL DAYS BEFORE the absence.Click here to download/print the 2011-2012 Pre-arranged Absence Form.
Posted on Mar 12, 2012 - 03:13 PM
- Scholastic Bowl Recap
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Kudos to the Scholastic Bowl for finishing the season with distinction! Monday night STM’s army of three, Zach Smith, Patrick Bolliger, and the semi-omniscient Joe DeBrock, faced down superior numbers to clinch 2nd Place for the Tr-Valley Regionals. Joe DeBrock has also received the Sangamon Valley Conference “First Team” award and 2nd place medal for most questions correctly answered by a single player. The team did an outstanding job this season. Go Sabers!
Posted on Mar 08, 2012 - 12:16 PM
- Scholastic Bowl Recap
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Kudos to the Scholastic Bowl for finishing the season with distinction! Monday night STM’s army of three, Zach Smith, Patrick Bolliger, and the semi-omniscient Joe DeBrock, faced down superior numbers to clinch 2nd Place for the Tr-Valley Regionals. Joe DeBrock has also received the Sangamon Valley Conference “First Team” award and 2nd place medal for most questions correctly answered by a single player. The team did an outstanding job this season. Go Sabers!
Posted on Mar 08, 2012 - 08:42 AM
- Division 1A Regional Champs: Congratulations to our Math Team and Coach Steers!
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Congratulations to our Math Team and Coach Steers Division 1A Regional Champions. STM won 6 of 10 events and numerous individual winners. State meet is May 5th at the University of Illinois.
Posted on Mar 02, 2012 - 01:25 PM
- Teaching Employment Opening: 2012-13 H.S. History Teacher (req: St. of Illinois certification)
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School / Department: High School of St. Thomas More / History
City: Champaign,IL
Status: Full TimeHigh School History Teacher (must have State of Illinois certification)
Employment Start Date: 2012-2013 School Calendar YearDiocesan Application Procedure
Diocesan Application Form
Diocesan Recommendation Waiver FormContact:
Mr. Mike Scholz, principal
3901 N. Mattis Ave., Champaign, IL 61821
Phone: (217) 352-7210
E-Mail: mscholz@hs-stm.orgPosted on Feb 27, 2012 - 11:21 AM
- Catholic Schools Week: Faith, Academics, Service
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Daily Activities, all school Movie on Wednesday, finishing with Mass on Friday.
Click to view the Movie Day Bell Schedule.
Posted on Jan 27, 2012 - 03:25 PM
- ISAC Salutes 15 Seniors as “The Best and the Brightest.”
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The Illinois Student Assistance Commission recognized 15 STM seniors as 2012 Illinois State Scholars: Caitlin Caruso, Michael Crawford, Joseph DeBrock, Katherine Ely, Travis Johnson, Christina Kohlmann, Joshua Kulas, Seungjun Lee, Su Jin Lim, Sean Monahan, Brooke Schmidt, Rachel Semple, Shannon Siuts, Matthew Tate, and Michael Wagner.
Posted on Jan 23, 2012 - 01:19 PM
- 6th Annual Madrigal Dinner
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The 2011 STM Madrigal dinner is December 2nd and 3rd. Tickets may be ordered by completing the attached form and returning it to the STM business office. Tickets are $25 for seating at the nobility table and $35 at the King’s table. STM faculty, staff or student discount is for seating at the nobility tables only at $20. Click here for more information (and order forms) on Tickets, T-Shirts, and DVDs.
Posted on Nov 10, 2011 - 09:08 AM
- Help the Yearbook!!!
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Do you have pictures of your mission trips, wall painting, vacations or other activites from the summer? Did you and your friends get great pictures during homecoming week or the dance? Share them with the yearbook!!! Click here to submit your photos to the STM Yearbook team: link (you’ll need to click the Find Your School button to locate STM and Register as a new user first).
Posted on Oct 06, 2011 - 08:37 AM
- Congratulations Caitlin Caruso-Dobbs : 2011 ACE Award Winner
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Senior Caitlin Caruso-Dobbs has been selected as a 2011 ACE Award Winner and will be honored on Tuesday, October 4th, 5:30pm at The Canopy Club located at 708 S. Goodwin Avenue in Urbana. The 7th Annual ACE Awards sponsored by The Canopy Club and The News-Gazette honors the efforts of local individuals, businesses, artists, teachers, arts organizations, volunteers, government and community leaders who enrich the culture of Champaign County through their hard work and creative energy.
Posted on Sep 30, 2011 - 04:08 PM
- National Honor Society Selection Criteria
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The National Honor Society seeks to live out and promote in others the four virtues of scholarship, leadership, character and service. The STM Chapter is an active group of many of the school???s finest young students. Together, members work on a variety of service projects that benefit both the student body and larger community, while at the same time further developing sound leadership skills.
Click here for NHS Selection Criteria.
Posted on Sep 20, 2011 - 08:13 AM
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