Student Life

ADVISORS OR MODERATORS
The final selection of moderators is the sole responsibility of the Principal. All notices or publications must be submitted to the moderator. Meetings may not be held unless the moderator is present.

CAMPUS MINISTRY
Every member of the community brings something unique and special to the St. Thomas family. Ultimately the goal of campus ministry is to help each student identify and share his or her gifts in a way that builds the school community. Under the guidance of the Campus Minister, a professional who assists the principal in developing and strengthening the spiritual component of the St. Thomas community, a volunteer student Campus Ministry team assists in planning various worship, service, and prayer experiences throughout the year. Campus Ministry provides school-wide opportunity for prayer, for service, for worship, for retreat–but perhaps most importantly an opportunity to explore and share faith issues in a safe and supportive environment. This is a great way to become involved in various aspects of St. Thomas life. There are opportunities for students and parents alike regardless of religious tradition. The Campus Minister is readily available for conversation and consultation with students and staff members.

The objectives of Campus Ministry are:
  • To communicate and proclaim the gospel message.
  • To provide opportunities for students and staff to deepen their understanding of and commitment to Jesus and his message.
  • To invite and encourage involvement in various forms and styles or worship.
  • To foster the total personal and spiritual growth of each person.
  • To help individuals realize their significance in relationship to family, Church, school, and world community.
  • To call on and encourage members of the school community to share their gifts, and to minister to others’ needs.
  • To raise consciousness about and encourage action regarding contemporary moral and social problems.

COMMUNITY LIFE
One significant aspect of Catholic Education and particularly of St. Thomas is that of promoting an active, vibrant community. All actions and activities that bring positive influence to the school strengthen the community. Individual or group achievement and success is valued and encouraged at St. Thomas. It is much the same notion as family pride experienced at home. In similar fashion, St. Thomas discourages any negative actions or attitudes as detrimental to the whole community. The actions of individuals matter and have great bearing on the community that is St. Thomas. This is a value that will continue to be encouraged and remain strong at this school.

COMMUNITY SERVICE (see Academics)

COUNSELING
The St. Thomas Guidance Department is designed to provide guidance and counseling services to all enrolled students. There are five certified counselors on staff--four who meet directly with students and one administrator. Students and their families meet with the same counselor throughout their four-year experience at St. Thomas. Counselors meet with their students individually and in classroom sessions. Frequently covered topics include transition to high school, academic progress, career development, college admissions process, and all aspects of adolescent development and decision-making. Guidance counselors facilitate communication among students, their parents, teachers, and any college or community resource that may assist in furthering a student’s growth. St. Thomas guidance counselors follow a general policy of confidentiality with students, except where the welfare of the student or others comes into question. Guidance counselors welcome students to drop in or make appointments.

FACULTY ADVISOR PROGRAM
Each student has a faculty advisor. Students are encouraged to share their progress with their advisor in the course of the school year. The purpose of the “Faculty Advisor Program” is to provide each student with a concerned, caring teacher, counselor, or administrator who will provide guidance and support in areas of academic progress and personal growth.

OFF-CAMPUS BEHAVIOR
Students should know that certain activities, even outside of school hours or off school property, may result in loss of school privileges or other disciplinary action up to and including suspension or expulsion. Some examples of such outside conduct are violations of law (e.g., underage purchase of alcohol, driving while intoxicated, possession, sale or use of illegal drugs, etc.) or the use or misuse of computers or personal computer websites for the purpose or effect of harassing, intimidating, or disparaging a classmate, teachers or other member of the school community. The school reserves the right to take such action as deemed necessary to address and respond to any off campus behavior which does, or could, impact the welfare of any member of the school community or the reputation or functioning of the school.

STUDENT ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS
Senior Class Junior Class Sophomore Class
Lauren Bailey Bridget Finnigan Emma Brunet
Brennan Callahan William Gabriel Emily Flynn
Julia Danford Lindsey Howard Michael Fort
Byron Greenwood Dana McAllister Lauren McCabe
Kerry McNamara Joseph Nyhan Chris Proulx
Andy Watson Gretchen Wade Joshua Sullivan

WORSHIP SERVICES
Mass, prayer services, and retreats will be held regularly throughout the year. Exemplary conduct is expected during worship services. Failure to conduct oneself respectfully during all prayer experiences is considered a serious infraction of St. Thomas regulations.