Eagle News

August 29, 2025

Apply for Free School Meals by September 8

Your child may qualify for free meals for the 2025-2026 school year. This is a reminder that the deadline to apply is Monday, September 8, 2025.

  • Apply at myschoolapps.com.
  • Every student must fill out a meal application each school year.
  • After September 8, 2025, if you have not completed a meal application, your child's lunch status reverts to his/her lunch status from the 2024-2025 school year.
  • When completing the online meal application, please make sure to select "Diocese of Baton Rouge Child Nutrition Program."
  • Click here for frequently asked questions about free meals.
  • If you have any questions, please call 225-387-6421 or email cnp@diobr.org.

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2024-2025 Yearbooks Are In!

We have just a few 2024-2025 yearbooks left for sale. They are $60 each. Please contact Mrs. Chustz if you would like to purchase. They are first come, first served. We accept Venmo @stmbrschool, cash, and check. Proof of payment required before distribution.

All yearbooks will be distributed Friday, August 29, for current STM students. The Class of 2025 will receive them at Monday Night Football on September 15.

Please contact Brittney Chustz with any questions at chustzb@stmbr.org.

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Beta Club and Student Council Officers Elected

Wednesday, August 20, 2025, was an exciting day for the students in Frey Hall. The Commons was filled with activity as candidates campaigned for student council offices. The candidates displayed creative campaign boards and distributed election materials to their fellow students. Those running for office delivered persuasive speeches to earn votes from their classmates. After the speeches, 6th, 7th, and 8th graders voted for the officers who will lead the student council for 2025-2026. The officers elected were Jack H., president; Charlie H., vice president; Emma D., secretary; and Amelie U., treasurer.

The student council provides service to the school and also promotes school spirit. Activities of the organization include operating the school-wide recycling program, organizing and carrying out pep rallies, presenting Halloween safety talks, carrying out St. Nicholas Day activities, sponsoring the Eagle Buck reward program, and serving as guides for Grandparents’ Days. The student council members look forward to an active and successful year. Sponsors for the organization include Mrs. Ashley Llaneza, Mr. Henry Walsh, and Mrs. Jo Samaha.

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School Tool Box Supplies Guaranteed to Last

A reminder that if you ordered school supplies from School Tool Box, supplies are guaranteed to last all school year. If it doesn't last, School Tool Box will replace it. If your child needs replacement supplies, please call 800-952-1119.

Nurse's Notes

Hearing screenings: Dates are Tuesday, September 23, and rescreenings on Monday, October 6. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Please consider giving a few hours of your time to help us with this valuable service to our students! Click here to volunteer!

Vision Screenings: LIONS Club will be offering vision screenings this year to PK, K, 1, 3, 5, and 7 on October 3 and rescreenings on October 6. Look for consent forms to come home with your student the week of Labor Day in these grades. Consent forms must be returned before October 1, 2025, if you wish for your child(ren) to have their vision screened at school.

Updated medical paperwork: Medical orders and paperwork must be renewed each school year. If your student had medical orders at school last year and you would like to renew it, please contact Nurse Rochelle, and she will be happy to provide blank forms for the 2025-26 school year.

Tracking illnesses: Nurse Rochelle keeps track of the number of cases of influenza, Strep, Covid, and other contagious illnesses. Please email rochelle@stmbr.org if your child is diagnosed with a contagious illness.

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STM Home and School Scoop

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Born to Run - Join our STM Family on November 8

Join us for a fun morning filled with food, music, and community spirit while helping women in need. Here's how you can get involved:

Let’s come together as a parish family to support life, enjoy fellowship, and make STM proudly visible in our community!

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STM Church News

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Save the Dates

SEPTEMBER 1: Labor Day - no school

SEPTEMBER 3: Wonderful Wednesday

SEPTEMBER 4: School Mass (K - 4th)

SEPTEMBER 11: School Mass (K - 8th)

SEPTEMBER 15: Monday Night Football

OCTOBER 4: Mother and Son Tailgate
(K - 8th)

OCTOBER 16: School Mass and Mission Day
(K - 8th)

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Our Mission Statement
St. Thomas More Catholic School is committed to continuing a legacy of excellence in religious and academic education in a nurturing environment that fosters self-discipline.