Saint Stories

There is something unfolding at Saint Thomas Aquinas that is bigger than  a headline.

It does not announce itself loudly or intentionally ask to be noticed. In many ways, what’s happening would be easy to miss especially if you were only looking for the usual ‘signs’. And yet, over time, it has become harder to ignore.

I have been Catholic my whole life. I would say my faith life wasn't amazing, but it was good enough. God was easy to believe in because my life was good. This all changed in November of 2024.

For the first time ever, Saint Thomas Aquinas High School and St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Grade School came together to create something truly special through art, collaboration, and community.

When students are given the opportunity to choose a book that interests them, they become advocates for their own learning and develop a personal connection to novels.

Leadership isn’t about titles or being the loudest voice in the room. It’s about committing yourself to a purpose greater than you. I discovered this through Somos Venezuela KC, where dance became my greatest teacher in what it truly means to lead.

Saint Thomas Aquinas senior, Olivia Giammanco, '26 has been playing soccer since she was three years old, when she started pre-school. Her dad was her first coach and she remembers she picked the number 10 for her jersey because it was his number when he was a kid. Fifteen years later, she’s still on the pitch - no longer focused on the number on her back, but on using her talent to play at the collegiate level while pursuing her career ambitions.  

New entry-level photography class inspires students to capture life's everyday moments through the lens of a camera. This class gives students a fun chance to explore both the art and the skills of photography!  

Students Cassia Mazzella, '27 and Lucas Winkler, '28 were selected to share their work. 

At Saint Thomas Aquinas, the first week of school carries a special tradition - one rooted in generosity and community.

For the past 22 years, our National Honor Society has led a Back-to-School Supply Drive, inviting students to bring not only their own supplies, but also to share with others. Together, they’ve brightened the start of the school year for the students and teachers of Resurrection Catholic Grade School in Kansas City, Kansas, ensuring they have the tools to learn, grow, and thrive.

This Easter, 11 students from Saint Thomas Aquinas High School made the profound decision to enter into full communion with the Catholic Church. Additionally, two alumni chose to join the Church and received their First Communion and Confirmation at the Easter Vigil Mass, Saturday, April 19, 2025. 

Mentorship is a very important part of the culture at Saint Thomas Aquinas High School, whether it’s upperclassmen to freshmen, or teachers to their students, we strive to make each other better, to support one another. There's no one better at this than senior, Shane Gifford. '25. As a mentor he goes above and beyond.

The Teens For Life Club held its annual trip to Washington D.C. and over 40 students traveled to participate in the March for Life. Read this account of the pilgrimage as told by senior, Eva Best, '25.

Christmas is right around the corner and the holiday season is in full swing. Aquinas students celebrate Christmas in many ways throughout the month of December. 

Our Saint’s community would not be able to cultivate the learning, celebration, and success we take pride in without the help of our generous benefactors.

Over a period of 25 years, Aquinas has sent a total of 49 students to Japan and Yonago has sent 143 students to America. Discover the history of this awesome Student Exchange Program with Yonago High School!