General News
- Catholic Schools Week: An STM Alumni View
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Clint Coulter (STM Class of 2010) offers his unique perspective on Catholic Schools Week in a recent letter.
Posted on Jan 30, 2012 - 12:29 PM
- Catholic Schools Week: Faith, Academics, Service
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Daily Activities, all school Movie on Wednesday, finishing with Mass on Friday.
Click to view the Movie Day Bell Schedule.
Posted on Jan 27, 2012 - 03:25 PM
- ISAC Salutes 15 Seniors as “The Best and the Brightest.”
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The Illinois Student Assistance Commission recognized 15 STM seniors as 2012 Illinois State Scholars: Caitlin Caruso, Michael Crawford, Joseph DeBrock, Katherine Ely, Travis Johnson, Christina Kohlmann, Joshua Kulas, Seungjun Lee, Su Jin Lim, Sean Monahan, Brooke Schmidt, Rachel Semple, Shannon Siuts, Matthew Tate, and Michael Wagner.
Posted on Jan 23, 2012 - 01:19 PM
- STM Fall Sports Teams Receive Academic Achievement Award
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The IHSA recently announced that all eight fall sports teams at The High School of Saint Thomas More received the IHSA Team Academic Achievement Award. This award is given to teams achieving a 3.0 GPA in classroom work while simultaneously participating in interscholastic athletics/activities. Teams honored are Cheerleading, Cross Country, Football, Golf/Boys, Golf/Girls, Soccer/Boys, Tennis/Girls and Volleyball. Congratulations to our STM student athletes!
Posted on Jan 20, 2012 - 01:12 PM
- Pat Hettermann Named Girls’ Golf Coach Of the Year!
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STM Athletic Director Dan Hennessey announced the NFHS Coaches Association has selected Pat Hettermann as the 2011 Coach of the Year at the state level in the sport of Girls Golf. The NFHS Coaches Association is the official national coaches association of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). The NFHS recognizes coaches at the state, sectional, and national level. Coach Hettermann has coached the Girls Golf team at The High School of Saint Thomas More since the team was formed in 2003. Each year since then, either an individual player, the team, or both, have advanced to Sectional play. Since 2006, the STM Girls Golf team has been among the top 4 teams in the State Finals, bringing home the State title in 2010. Two golfers coached by Pat Hettermann signed to play Division I golf; Katie Jean signed with Illinois State University in 2008 and Sierra Myerscough signed with Northern Illinois University in the fall.
Posted on Jan 20, 2012 - 01:08 PM
- EARLY DISMISSAL/CANCELLATIONS TODAY 1/12
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STM will dismiss at 1:00pm today, 1/12, due to the weather conditions. All activities, to include games, practices, events and meetings are all cancelled for tonight.
Posted on Jan 12, 2012 - 11:10 AM
- Using Our Claws for the Cause - Breast Cancer Night at STM
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Saber Pack will be selling Breast Cancer Cure t-shirts this week at lunch. Shirts are $12 with $4 benefiting the Mills Breast Cancer. Any student that purchases a t-shirt can wear it to school on Friday, January 20th with jeans. During the Friday, January 20th Boys Basketball team Fighting Cancer Night, the Saber Pack will be walking around with donation buckets, and games will be played at half time. All proceeds from the evenings events will benefit the Mills Breast Cancer center. No skinny, tight, or jeans with holes will be allowed. Click here to download and print the t-shirt order form.
Posted on Jan 10, 2012 - 01:28 PM
- 2012 Pot O’ Gold Raffle
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WANT $15,000 – HOW ABOUT $5,000?
$100 ticket may just get you $15,000, $5000, $2,500 or $1,000! And, selling tickets may just get you $5,000 in cash! Join the STM Alumni Association as we kick off The Pot O’ Gold Raffle!
Posted on Jan 05, 2012 - 11:07 AM
- Students report to the gym Wednesday, January 4th to pick up their 2nd semester schedule
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Students will need to report to the gym Wednesday, January 4th to pick up their 2nd semester schedules before 1st hour.
Posted on Jan 03, 2012 - 02:06 PM
- STM Cheerleaders performing in the 2012 Capital One Bowl, Orlando
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Memphis, TN - (Dec. 22) Local cheerleaders from The High School of Saint Thomas More in Champaign will be performing in the 2012 Capital One Bowl in Orlando, Florida. The cheerleaders earned this distinction and qualified to perform at the Capitol One pre-game show based on First Place finishes during Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA), summer camps.
The STM cheer squad, led by captains Taylor Ehler and Zoe Kaler, has worked for several months to raise funds for the trip. Their current effort is a 2012 calendar featuring the squad performing stunts, jumps and cheers (see attached sample pages).
Posted on Dec 21, 2011 - 03:48 PM
- Once a Saber – Always a Saber!
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Alumni Varsity Lettermen will return to the STM Court on Friday, January 6th to prove their game is still on. Plan to join them at halftime of the varsity game (8:15pm) on Friday, January 6th and support your favorite STM Varsity Basketball Letterman as he laces up his sneakers and takes the court. See you there!
Posted on Dec 20, 2011 - 02:09 PM
- STM Mourns the Loss of Pioneers Jean Somers and Thomas G. Shanahan
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The High School of Saint Thomas More mourns the loss of two of its pioneers – Jean Somers who passed away on December 14th and Dr. Thomas G. Shanahan who passed away November 9th. When The High School of Saint Thomas More was just an idea, Jean quietly gave countless hours of her time, treasure and talent to ensure the high school became a reality. She understood and appreciated the value of a Catholic education and was committed to supporting the high school’s mission of academic excellence and commitment to the Catholic faith. Jean’s spirit will live in our halls forever and the memories we have of her popping in with a smile that lit up the world, a laugh that made you laugh, too, and a positive attitude that made your day a better one.
Though Dr. Shanahan and his wife, Gloria, resided in Springfield, his heart remained in Champaign at The High School of Saint Thomas More. Many have said, “Thom was the ‘voice’ in making a case for a Catholic high school in Champaign.” On behalf of the entire STM community, we remain grateful to Dr. and Mrs. Shanahan for staying the course so that their dream, and the dream of so many others in our community, would become a reality in The High School of Saint Thomas More.
Posted on Dec 15, 2011 - 05:12 PM
- Christmas Food Drive a Success!
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STM Student Council hosted a toy/food drive to support those in need during the holiday season. Over the course of two weeks, STM students competed with their peers to see which class could collect the most donations. The competition was spirited, and STM collected more toys/food for charity than ever before! Because of the overwhelming response from the students, the entire school was hailed the winner, earning the coveted prize of a sweatpant day for final exams on Friday, December 16. STM is proud of its students and their dedication to the true meaning of Christmas!
Posted on Dec 15, 2011 - 03:31 PM
- Dr. Jack Davis and Mike and Mary Hittmeier Honored at 2011 Donor Appreciation Brunch
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Msgr. Albert Hallin presented the 2011 Paideia Award to Dr. Jack Davis, “Dr. Davis is a man of true faith and a role model for what it means to be Catholic. He is the epitome of professionalism, a leader, teacher, friend, mentor ... a hero. Dr. D. is a legend.”. Fr. Lampitt presented the STM Volunteer Service Award to Mike and Mary Hittmeier in recognition of their outstanding service and unwavering commitment to STM.
Posted on Dec 12, 2011 - 12:51 PM
- Children’s Christmas Party
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StuCo, NHS, and Saber Pack were joined together to fund a Christmas party and presents for 6 families, 18 children total. We provided each family with a holiday food basket to take home as well.
Posted on Dec 12, 2011 - 10:38 AM
- Santa, Sammy and the Saber Pack wish the Lady Raiders “Good Luck”!
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Santa and Sammy the Saber along with Saber Pack Leaders Ally Heffernan, Anna Sikorski and CJ Young surprised the Lady Raiders at the St. Matthew’s Pep Assembly on Friday, December 9th. The Lady Raiders 8th Grade Girls’ Basketball Team advanced to the State semi-finals playing Roanoke Benson this Saturday, 12/10 at 11:30am at Monticello Jr. High. If the girls win, they advance to the State Final Four playing at 5pm. Santa, Sammy, the Saber Pack and the entire STM community, want to give a “shout out” to the Lady Raiders. Congratulations and Good Luck! GO RAIDERS!!
Posted on Dec 09, 2011 - 04:13 PM
- 2012 St. Paddy’s Day Party “Lucky You”
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The STM Annual Spring Gala has a new date and a whole new look! Yessiree! We are establishing a new tradition at STM with our Annual St. Paddy’s Party “Lucky You”. Plans are well underway and include an Irish Pub, great food, lots of music and dancing, a pot of gold, and more! STM may be one of the luckiest schools in the area as we have been blessed with parents and friends who have donated auction items for over a decade
Posted on Dec 07, 2011 - 10:44 AM
- STM Mourns the Loss of Pioneer Thomas G. Shanahan
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The High School of Saint Thomas More mourns the loss of one of its pioneers, Dr. Thomas G. Shanahan, who passed away November 9, 2011. Dr. Shananhan was a radiation oncologist at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. Though Dr. Shanahan and his wife, Gloria, resided in Springfield, his heart remained in Champaign at The High School of Saint Thomas More. Many have said, “Thom was the ‘voice’ in making a case for a Catholic high school in Champaign.” On behalf of the entire STM community, we remain grateful to Dr. and Mrs. Shanahan for staying the course so that their dream, and the dream of so many others in our community, would become a reality in The High School of Saint Thomas More.
Click for Dr. Thomas G. Shanahan’s Obituary
Posted on Nov 14, 2011 - 01:47 PM
- College Visit Information
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Testing Information
Click here of visit the STM Calendar for College Visit Information.
Posted on Nov 13, 2011 - 11:50 AM
- 6th Annual Madrigal Dinner
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The 2011 STM Madrigal dinner is December 2nd and 3rd. Tickets may be ordered by completing the attached form and returning it to the STM business office. Tickets are $25 for seating at the nobility table and $35 at the King’s table. STM faculty, staff or student discount is for seating at the nobility tables only at $20. Click here for more information (and order forms) on Tickets, T-Shirts, and DVDs.
Posted on Nov 10, 2011 - 09:08 AM
- Saber TAILGREAT: In the Zone
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STM Fans were “in the zone” as they were greeted by returning alumni letter winners and the STM Pep Band at the Athletic Boosters Annual Dinner-Dance, Saber TAILGREAT. This annual fundraiser hosted by the Athletic Boosters on Friday night raised over $25,000 for the STM athletic program. Saber Fans warmed up with great game day “eats”, and their competitive edge took over during the challenging “trivia” game. STM generosity was evident during the live auction as our Saber Fans went the distance in support of our student athletes. Many thanks to our alumni and alumni parents for returning to support the Sabers. A “shout out” to our evening emcee Todd Powell and Trivia Game host Kevin Hinders. It was a great night to be a Saber!
Posted on Nov 08, 2011 - 04:28 PM
- Three Schools. Two Teams. One Community.
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The High School of Saint Thomas More is hosting the 7th and 8th grade boy’s basketball games between Holy Cross and St. Matthew’s on Friday, November 11th. The 7th graders tip off at 4:30pm with the 8th graders tipping off approximately 15 minutes after the 7th grade game buzzer.
The high spirited STM Saber Pack will be cheering for both the Crusaders and the Raiders. Come on out and cheer for your favorite team.
Posted on Nov 07, 2011 - 03:20 PM
- Kudos to Turner
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Congratulations to Turner Rives on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America! Turner passed his Eagle Board of Review on November 1, 2011 after completing all of the requirements and serving in several leadership positions with Troop 101 of Champaign, IL.
In addition, Turner planned, supervised and completed an Eagle Scout Service Project to construct a concrete play/riding area, for a new toddler playground at Kids 1st Child Care Center in Champaign. Turner will be honored at a special Eagle Court of Honor in December and also at the annual Prairielands Council Eagle Scout Recognition Dinner in February as part of the Prairielands Council Eagle Class of 2011.
Posted on Nov 06, 2011 - 02:39 PM
- NHS Induction News
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The consideration of applications for National Honor Society is a large undertaking that is now nearing a close. All parents of those students who have applied will receive notification of selection or non-selection the week of November 14th. This way students who have been selected for membership will be able to make arrangements for their families to attend the induction mass on November 23.
Posted on Nov 02, 2011 - 11:21 AM
- 2011-2012 First Semester Exam Schedule
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Click here to view the 2011-2012 First Semester Exam Schedule.
Posted on Oct 31, 2011 - 10:52 AM






