COVID-19 UPDATES & Information

• Saint Thomas Academy is awaiting an update from the MSHSL this week as there is a MSHSL board meeting on August 4.
• Summer camps and clinics are still taking place under guidance from the MDH, CDC and MSHSL.

The State of Minnesota continues the process of reopening through a phased approach.

As a MSHSL Member School, Saint Thomas Academy will continue to use the guidance and requirements from MDH, MDE, the CDC and Governor Walz as they update and implement their COVID-19 preparedness plans. 

Click here for the latest information from the MSHSL.

Saint Thomas Academy camps & clinics

A June 19, 2020 press release from the Minnesota Department of Health COVID-19 Sports Guidance for Youth and Adults includes helpful information: 

• Pod sizes for both indoor and outdoor activities are set at 25 students.

• Full team practices for all sports may begin June 24, 2020.

• Inter-team games and scrimmages may resume for outdoor sports beginning June 24 and indoor sports beginning July 1.

The phased-in approach recommended by MDH includes the timeline and phases listed below:

• Starting on June 24, begin with inter-team scrimmages as part of practice.

• Two weeks later, focus on playing teams in your local community, local club, or local organization.

• After another two weeks, consider expanding to teams beyond your local community, but consider COVID-19 case activity level and risk in those communities when making travel decisions.

Beginning June 10 the State of Minnesota entered Phase III of the COVID-19 Stay Safe MN reopening plan. Saint Thomas Academy cares about our community and guests. In order to provide a safe environment our building doors are locked during the summer. 

STUDENTS/ALUMNI/VISITORS/GUESTS - by appointment only 

STUDENT ATHLETES - at your scheduled training times only

SUMMER CAMPERS - at your assigned camp time only 

At this time, the Fitness Center remains closed to alumni and guests.

For questions please call the main office at 651-454-4570 

Masks are recommended where social distancing is not possible.

COVID 19 Guidelines for our building:
Do not enter the building if you have any of the following symptoms

FEVER OR FEELING FEVERISH
CHILLS 
A NEW COUGH 
SHORTNESS OF BREATH 
A NEW SORE THROAT 
NEW MUSCLE ACHES 

The building continues to be cleaned daily, with a focus on key spots such as desks, door handles, light switches, etc.

Most events have been postponed or cancelled.  Please view our calendar here for the most up to date information.

Saint Thomas Academy concluded the 2019-20 school year after 12 weeks of quality instruction in our DiSTAnce Learning plan.  

Will our cadets be returning to the Saint Thomas Academy campus in the fall? 

The answer is a resounding YES! We intend to resume in-person classes and co-curriculars in the fall, after reviewing guidance from the State of Minnesota, Centers for Disease Control, Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, and the Minnesota State High School League.  Bishop Cozzens recently shared a letter with the Archdiocese’s plan for the 2020-21 school year, click here to read. 

A cross-functional team is earnestly planning our return to campus. This expert group is reviewing all facets of life on campus and recommending needed changes to ensure the health and safety of our community. They are also considering alternative options should authorities recommend against a complete return to campus. We will communicate more specifics about these plans as they progress.

CDC - Risk Assessment