How do I Apply
Submit completed and signed STM Application and accompanying application/enrollment fees.
Complete an EXPLORE Test. This examination is a placement test and a mandatory part of the admission application. The results of this examination are solely for the purpose of ensuring the applicant, if admitted, will be placed in the appropriate course selection. The EXPLORE test is scheduled for March 10, 2012. It will begin at 8:00am lasting approximately 2 hours - 2 1/2 hours if the student is taking the Spanish assessment. Reservations must be made in advance. A $25 testing fee is required at the time of the reservation if no Application for Admission has been submitted at the time the reservation is made (the $25 testing fee is included in the $255 application/enrollment fee).
Submit Grade Transcripts and Standardized Test Scores (for example Terra Nova, ISAT, Iowa Basics, etc.).
Request a Letter of Good Standing from the applicant's elementary school Principal. Some examples:
- To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is to recommend John Q. Smith to your high school program. I have been John's teacher for the past 4 years and find John to be… - To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to recommend Suzie Q. Smith for admission to The High School of Saint Thomas More. Suzie and her family are a valued part of our congregation… - To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing at the request of Jane Doe's parents to provide a recommendation for acceptance to St. Thomas More for the 2009-2010 school year. Jane has been a student at… - To Whom It May Concern:
It is a pleasure for me to write this personal reference letter for John Doe. He has applied to be a part of the Class of 2013. John is an excellent student and…
Submit completed and signed STM Application and accompanying application/enrollment fees.
Complete an EXPLORE Test. This examination is a placement test and a mandatory part of the admission application. The results of this examination are solely for the purpose of ensuring the applicant, if admitted, will be placed in the appropriate course selection. The EXPLORE test is scheduled for March 10, 2012. It will begin at 8:00am lasting approximately 2 hours - 2 1/2 hours if the student is taking the Spanish assessment. Reservations must be made in advance. A $25 testing fee is required at the time of the reservation if no Application for Admission has been submitted at the time the reservation is made (the $25 testing fee is included in the $255 application/enrollment fee).
Submit Grade Transcripts and Standardized Test Scores (for example ISAT, Iowa Basics, etc.).
Request a Letter of Good Standing from the applicants sending school and one personal recommendation. Some examples:
- To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is to recommend John Q. Smith to your high school program. I have been John's teacher for the past 4 years and find John to be… - To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to recommend Suzie Q. Smith for admission to The High School of Saint Thomas More. Suzie and her family are a valued part of our congregation… - To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing at the request of Jane Doe's parents to provide a recommendation for acceptance to St. Thomas More for the 2009-2010 school year. Jane has been a student at… - To Whom It May Concern:
It is a pleasure for me to write this personal reference letter for John Doe. He has applied to be a part of the Class of 2013. John is an excellent student and…
Request a Letter of Recommendation from the applicant's pastor or minister.
Submit completed and signed STM Application and accompanying application/enrollment fees.
Complete an EXPLORE Test. This examination is a placement test and a mandatory part of the admission application. The results of this examination are solely for the purpose of ensuring the applicant, if admitted, will be placed in the appropriate course selection. The EXPLORE test is scheduled for March 10, 2012. It will begin at 8:00am lasting approximately 2 hours - 2 1/2 hours if the student is taking the Spanish assessment. Reservations must be made in advance. A $25 testing fee is required at the time of the reservation if no Application for Admission has been submitted at the time the reservation is made (the $25 testing fee is included in the $255 application/enrollment fee).
Submit Grade Transcripts and Standardized Test Scores in English (for example ISAT, Iowa Basics, Terra Nova, etc.).
Request a Letter of Good Standing from the applicant's current school and one personal recommendation. Some examples:
- To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is to recommend John Q. Smith to your high school program. I have been John's teacher for the past 4 years and find John to be… - To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing to recommend Suzie Q. Smith for admission to The High School of Saint Thomas More. Suzie and her family are a valued part of our congregation… - To Whom It May Concern:
I am writing at the request of Jane Doe's parents to provide a recommendation for acceptance to St. Thomas More for the 2009-2010 school year. Jane has been a student at… - To Whom It May Concern:
It is a pleasure for me to write this personal reference letter for John Doe. He has applied to be a part of the Class of 2013. John is an excellent student and…
Submit a Statement of Proficiency in English writing, speaking, reading, and comprehension in the form of the SLEP test results. Test results must be provided in English at the time of application.
Submit a copy of the applicants Passport and a notarized Proof of Residency.
Note: If any applicant is seeking accomodations for a disability, an evaluation must be provided by qualified medical personnel. The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan must be presented at the time of application.
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