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The STS Debate team took second place in last week's Pacific NW Middle School Debate Tournament held at Seattle University.
St. Thomas School is a private, independent day school in Medina, WA serving Seattle and Bellevue students in Preschool through 8th grade.
St. Thomas School News
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Head of School Kirk Wheeler will leave St. Thomas School at the end of the 2024-2025 academic year, marking his 20th year of leadership at STS.
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My heart feels heavy as I grapple with the recent events unfolding in Israel and Palestine, spurred on by the appalling attack on Israel by Hamas.
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Children are purposefully introduced to the ideas that communities are formed by people with different perspectives, ideas, and strengths to contribute. We also know one another and accept each other's vulnerabilities.
![STS 3rd Grader is National Chess Champion]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1672871871/stthomas/qssda7jtqukh8h7vgvpg/HomepageNews1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1672871871/stthomas/qssda7jtqukh8h7vgvpg/HomepageNews1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1672871871/stthomas/qssda7jtqukh8h7vgvpg/HomepageNews1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1672871871/stthomas/qssda7jtqukh8h7vgvpg/HomepageNews1.png","width":1040}])
Among the 2,643 students competing in the US Chess Federation's 2022 National K-12 Grade Championships was St. Thomas School's Ted W.
As the top-rated player in his division, Ted did not disappoint.
![NWord: Is There a Message in the Madness]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1668209557/stthomas/lpeggohyy75ralaaysof/HomepageNews.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1668209557/stthomas/lpeggohyy75ralaaysof/HomepageNews.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1668209557/stthomas/lpeggohyy75ralaaysof/HomepageNews.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1668209557/stthomas/lpeggohyy75ralaaysof/HomepageNews.png","width":1040}])
Join us on Tuesday, November 15 from 6 to 7:15 p.m. for the second event in our 2022-2023 VIRTUAL Equity & Inclusion Speaker Series.
![St. Thomas School Presents: Seussical JR.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1668098918/stthomas/lzjdtkofko8xzl9iagfc/stthomasschoolpresents1040680px.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1668098918/stthomas/lzjdtkofko8xzl9iagfc/stthomasschoolpresents1040680px.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1668098918/stthomas/lzjdtkofko8xzl9iagfc/stthomasschoolpresents1040680px.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1668098918/stthomas/lzjdtkofko8xzl9iagfc/stthomasschoolpresents1040680px.png","width":1040}])
St. Thomas School is pleased to announce the 2022-2023 K-8 musical is "Seussical JR."
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Join us virtually on Wednesday, October 19 from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. for the first event in our 2022-2023 Virtual Equity & Inclusion Speaker Series.
ST. THOMAS SCHOOL HIGHLIGHTS
![What is Chapel?]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1662674239/stthomas/vkxxc3xafwfo1siz7umt/2018stsSEPT_057.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1662674239/stthomas/vkxxc3xafwfo1siz7umt/2018stsSEPT_057.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1662674239/stthomas/vkxxc3xafwfo1siz7umt/2018stsSEPT_057.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1662674239/stthomas/vkxxc3xafwfo1siz7umt/2018stsSEPT_057.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1662674239/stthomas/vkxxc3xafwfo1siz7umt/2018stsSEPT_057.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1662674239/stthomas/vkxxc3xafwfo1siz7umt/2018stsSEPT_057.jpg","width":2200}])
What is Chapel?
St. Thomas School was founded by St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Although the School is now fully independent with no parochial affiliation, we maintain the historical tradition of Chapel as one of our hallmarks.
We gather each morning for a community meeting in Chapel, where time is set aside for listening and doing the important “inner work” or reflection that allows us to bring deeper meaning to our lives. The primary focus of Chapel is on developing character, leadership and presentation skills, shared core values/virtues, and an understanding of world religions all within a school-wide community that emphasizes a sense of belonging and inclusion and celebrates diversity.
What is Edgework?
The "edge" symbolizes the balance of having one foot well-grounded in current knowledge or understanding, while the other foot is well-positioned to take a risk, challenge an assumption, and try something new.
Our Teachers Inspire
These are the people who will shape and influence your children. What motivates them? Why do they teach? What do their students mean to them? Hear directly from the talented educators that bring energy, passion, creativity, and expertise to their classrooms each day at St. Thomas School.
St. Thomas School FACTS
$719,166 total awarded in Financial Aid for the 2023-2024 school year.
More than 71% of the faculty hold advanced degrees
Beyond STS: Our graduates go on to attend outstanding independent & public schools.
Athletic teams are available for Middle School and Elementary Center students to join.
