Student Service - Saint Thomas Academy

Serving others plays an important role in a cadet's education.

"We are a Catholic institution and take great pride in that fact. Not only do students study the tenets of religion, Christianity and the Catholic faith, but also they practice it in both word and deed. The incredible service of our students to those in need is inspirational.” - Headmaster Thomas B. Mich, Ph.D.

“Service is a major part of who we are as a school community. It is grounded in our Catholic faith, which calls us to act and serve. The graduation requirement reflects the critical role of service in preparing young men to go out into the world as compassionate and caring leaders.”

“We challenge the boys emotionally, intellectually and spiritually to go beyond a superficial understanding of the people they come into contact with. We hope they come to recognize that each person is made in God’s image, which is a core principle of our faith. We challenge them to love as Christ loved. The experience can be an awakening for them.” - Service Coordinator Jane Doyle

A few examples of the many ways students served during this past year:

During spring break, 100 students and family members logged more than 700 hours on a Habitat for Humanity house in Woodbury. Students also contributed to a Habitat fund.

More than 200 students assisted with the 37th annual Thanksgiving Meals on Wheels program, preparing and delivering meals to Twin Cities residents.

The annual Thanksgiving food drive sponsored by the religion department yielded 25 baskets for low income families, while the Advent Giving Program provided Christmas presents for 20 families, totaling 74 people.

Peer Counselors gave many hours of service at a number of school events. They chaperoned middle school dances and organized friendship days for 7th and 8th grade students and helped out at 9th grade retreat, among other activities.

The KEE Club, a student-run service group, organized a volunteer group of 288 people at Feed My Starving Children, which packages and sends nutritious meals to needy areas around the world.