St. Thomas the Apostle School

Principal

Sr. Patty Hottin, SSJ

Welcome to St. Thomas the Apostle School! It is with great enthusiasm that I introduce you to our school community.
Since 1932, this educational facility has been staffed by Sisters of St. Joseph and many very dedicated lay teachers. It possesses a rich and vibrant tradition where thousands of students have received a solid academic background and deep appreciation for the teachings of our Catholic faith. So many graduates of our school have made remarkable contributions to society in every walk of life.
We view our commitment to Catholic education as a service to the Church, to the children and to our parents. Since parents are the first and primary educators of their children, our role is one of supplementing what is given to the child at home. We strive to maintain a strong partnership between the home and school.
St. Thomas, accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, houses twenty classrooms, a state-of-the-art science lab, a modern fully automated library, technology lab and recently refurbished gymnasium/cafeteria. Our facility also is air-conditioned. We are blessed in so many ways!
We welcome you to browse through our web site, to meet our teachers and to catch some of the spirit which we enjoy each and every day. We would be delighted to have you as a part of our St. Thomas family.

LATEST NEWS:

Big Y Homework Help Line http:/www.bigy.com/homework Call Big Y's FREE one-on-one homework assistance service for students in kindergarten through grade 12. A staff of certified teachers will help you through your toughest homework assignments. Monday-Thursday 4pm-7pm. If you do not have access to a computer please call 1-800-866-BIGY or Spfld, MA local # 504-555.

Big Y Education Express http:\\www.bigy.com/education/edexp_sign_up.php We received 25,000 Education Express points to add to our account. If you want to help in adding to our Big Y Express account, use the link to attach our school to your Express card. It's easy and it's free. Thanks.

Cambell Soup Labels http:\\www.labelsforeducation.com Please save the labels on your Campbell's Soup Products. These points add up to educational equipment for our school. To see a complete list of products, click on the above link. Send these labels to the school office. Thanks for the help.

Box Tops for Education http:\\www.boxtops4education.com We are collecting Box Tops again this year. We just received a check for $479.50. Please visit Box Tops for Education at the above link to see what products carry these labels. This site also offers great recipes and fun family activities. Way to go parents!

Ronald McDonald House Please continue to collect soda can tops. All donations go to the Ronald McDonald House.

WEATHER EMERGENCIES School closings or delays are determined by the West Springfield School Department. Parents are advised to listen to local television or radio stations for this information. Please follow West Springfield Public School listing.

CONNECT-ED Please note that our new Connect-ed One Call Emergency System is now in effect. Please make sure that you listen to the complete message. At the end of the message you will have the opportunity to have it replay for you. If you are not receiving these calls, please contact the office.

MEMORIAL BRICKS

St. Thomas the Apostle School invites you to purchase a "Memorial Brick."

Memoralize a loved one... honor a favorite teacher...reconize family members...remember alumni.

The memorial brick patio is located at the Shrine of Mary, between the church and rectory.

Proceeds will go toward tuition assistance. The cost of the brick is $100.00 with checks payable to Saint Thomas School. For more information please contact the school at 413-739-4131.

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