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.
Families received an email with reenrollment details on January 10. The reenrollment period for the 2026-2027 school year for returning students is open through January 23. The reenrollment fee of $360 per returning student will be drafted at the time of reenrollment. The fee for returning students who reenroll after January 23 will increase to $460. Due to reenrollment for the 2026-2027 school year, as a courtesy to our families on 10-month tuition payment plans, there is no tuition payment drafted in January.
Do you have a child entering school next year? Do you know a family looking for a school? Applications for new students are open at stmbr.org/apply. We have limited availability for qualified candidates. At this time, we have a wait list for 4th and 7th grade in 2026-2027. Please note: Applications are for new students only. Current students should refer to the reenrollment email sent on January 10.
Spirit shirts are back for a limited time! Go to stmbr.org/spiritshirt to order yours. The online store is the only place to buy STM spirit shirts. Youth and adult cotton and performance tees are available in short and long sleeve.Students are encouraged to wear the STM spirit shirt for Wonderful Wednesdays (the first Wednesday of each month), Mission Day, grade-level retreats, field trips, and other special days designated by the administration.This is the last opportunity to purchase a spirit shirt this school year. Don't miss out! Order yours at stmbr.org/spiritshirt today!
Congratulations to the STM students who earned Principal's List and Honor Roll for the second quarter of the school year! Click here to view the students who achieved these honors.
Vacation Bible School 2026 — Rainforest Falls is June 15–19. We’re excited for another fun and meaningful week with our kids — full of music, crafts, and Bible adventures! Volunteer registration is open now for adults and junior helpers (6th grade and up). stmbr.org/news/vbs
When setting up a personal Chromebook at home for the first time, please do not use your child’s school-issued email account during the initial setup process.School email accounts are designed for use on approved school devices and may cause errors or prevent the Chromebook from completing setup. Once the Chromebook is fully set up with a personal (non-school) email account, your child may then add and use their school-issued email as needed for schoolwork.Thank you for your cooperation in helping avoid setup issues. Please contact the school office if you have any questions.
DISEASE OF THE WEEK: FLU, or influenza. Symptoms of flu include: fever, sore throat, cough, body aches, malaise, headache, stomach upset and runny nose. Prescription medications can shorten the duration of symptoms, but should be started within 48 hours of symptom onset. Please remember our 24 hour illness policy: Students should be free of fever (<100.0 without the aid of medication), and other contagious symptoms for 24 hours prior to returning to school.
UNIFORMS NEEDED: First Aid is in need of the following uniforms:
Protect Young Eyes will be speaking to the students of STM during the school day on March 4. The presenters will provide age-appropriate information needed to develop a healthy relationship with digital media.
If you would like to see an outline of the topics that will be covered, please click here to review the student presentation details. If you have any concerns about the topics, and would prefer that your student not attend, please contact Mrs. Ashley McDaniel at mcdaniela@stmbr.org.
Parents are invited to a presentation on March 3 at 6:30 p.m. After the presentations, we’ll send you At-Home Discussion Questions so that you can continue the conversation as a family. We’re looking forward to offering this important information to our students and parents!
Ever Wonder Why “How Was Your Day?” Falls Flat? After school, many children are still coming down from a full day of learning, social navigating, and self-control. When we ask “How was your day?” right away, their brains are often not ready to reflect yet. Big, open-ended questions can feel overwhelming and lead to short answers, shutdown, or frustration.
Regulate First. Reflect Later. When children have time to regulate and connect after school, their brains are better prepared for focus, problem-solving, and smoother homework and nighttime routines.
Preschool and Elementary
Middle School
Parent Takeaway: Connection before questions sets the tone for a calmer afternoon and better communication.
STM Athletics is looking for a head coach for Track and Field. Please contact STM Athletic Director, Ali Buchart at bucharta@stmbr.org if interested.
3-8th Volleyball and 5-8th Track and Field registration closes on January 18. Click here to register.
6-8th grade Volleyball tryouts are on January 20 and 21:
Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest for 3-8th grade is on January 22 during normal enrichment hours.
STM Athletics is seeking sponsors for our Boys Varsity Basketball Invitational Tournament, January 29 to February 1. Please contact STM Athletic Director, Ali Buchart at bucharta@stmbr.org to learn more.
STM Church collects donations of canned good and staples in support of St. Paul the Apostle's food pantry every third Sunday of the month. Please consider donating this weekend, January 17-18. Bring donations to any Mass and place items in the storage bench in the back of the church.
Join us as we celebrate a Mass in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 19, at 12 p.m. The church office is closed on Monday, January 19.
The Men’s Club 2nd Annual Boston Butt Sale is happening Super Bowl Sunday, February 8! Treat your family to a juicy, slow-smoked Boston Butt — the perfect game-day feast. Pick up at STM Preschool from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Basic package is $75; premium package is $90. Preorder by February 3 at https://www.stmbr.org/news/hog-heaven
Children’s Church is a new ministry offered during the 10 a.m. Mass, providing age-appropriate faith formation during the Liturgy of the Word. Potty-trained toddlers through first graders are invited to participate. Children exit with facilitators after the Opening Prayer and return to Mass following the homily. Instruction will be held in the Activity Center meeting rooms. Children’s Church will be offered once a month to start on the following dates: January 18, February 8, March 1, April 12, and May 17. Additional dates will be added as the ministry grows.
The STM Knights of Columbus invite all parishioners to join them in praying a Novena for Life, which aligns with the national “9 Days for Life” initiative sponsored by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) from January 16–24. Let's come together in prayer daily at 6 p.m. in the Mother Teresa Room on non-Mass days, and immediately following Mass in the church on Mass days.
The church is looking for individuals or families to lead the Rosary on Sundays before the 10 am Mass. Click here for more information.
Second grade parents are reminded of the mandatory First Eucharist Prep Meeting on Wednesday, February 4, at 6:30 p.m. in the STM Activity Center.
Calling our STM 5th-8th graders! Come join us in the Activity Center on Friday, February 6 for fun, friendship, and faith. The afternoon will begin at 3:15 p.m. and will end at 4:25 p.m. Pick up begins at 4:30 p.m. Guardians will park and come get your child from the Activity Center. Snacks will be provided. STM students, who will return to extended care, need to check in with Mrs. Gretchen and then come to the Activity Center. Your child will be escorted back to extended care when we are finished. If your child is going to be picked up from the Activity Center, he/she does not need to check in with Mrs. Gretchen. A waiver must be on file to participate. If you already turned in one last year, you don't need to do it again. Entrance fee is a canned good or a dry good for the St. Paul donation box. Registration is required in order to attend - click here. Registration closes February 5 at 8 a.m.
JANUARY 19: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - no school
JANUARY 22: School Mass (K-4)
JANUARY 24: We Go Together Parent Dance
JANUARY 25-31: Catholic Schools Week
JANUARY 29: School Mass (K-8)
FEBRUARY 6: Preschool, Kindergarten, and 1st grade Parent-Teacher Conference Day (There is no school for these grades on this day.)
MARCH 3-4: Protect Young Eyes presentations for parents and students
MARCH 7: Dad and Daughter Dance (K-8)
Office of Child and Youth Protection
St. Thomas More Catholic School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at its schools. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic, and other school administered programs.
