The Philo Sesquicentennial Celebrations kick off tomorrow — Thursday, July 17th!
Join the fun and celebrate 150 years of community, tradition, and memories. For the full schedule of events, visit: https://villageofphilo.com/150th-anniversary-celebration-old/schedule/
Join the fun and celebrate 150 years of community, tradition, and memories. For the full schedule of events, visit: https://villageofphilo.com/150th-anniversary-celebration-old/schedule/
Congratulations to our 7/7 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!
Today is the final day to RSVP for the St. Thomas School PTO Swim Party happening on Saturday, July 26th.
Don't miss out on the fun—be sure to let us know if you're coming!
https://shorturl.at/i9sMA
Don't miss out on the fun—be sure to let us know if you're coming!
https://shorturl.at/i9sMA
Congratulations to our 7/7 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!
Congratulations to our July $100 Monthly Calendar Drawing Winner!
Congratulations, Calendar Tiger Winner from 7/3/25.
Congratulations to our 6/30 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!
Philo Residents - Meet at Philo's sledding hill at 7:00 PM for a picture for the News-Gazette to promote Philo's 150th Celebration.
Position Opening: Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher
Location: St. Thomas School, Philo, IL
School Type: Catholic Elementary School
St. Thomas School is seeking a passionate and creative Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. We are a small, faith-based community dedicated to the spiritual and academic growth of our students. This position is ideal for someone who loves working with children, values Catholic education, and has a gift for making music fun and meaningful.
Position Details:
• 2 days a week
• Teach general music classes to students in Grades K–5
• Lead and organize music for the school Christmas Program
• Plan age-appropriate, standards-based lessons that engage students in singing, movement, instruments, and basic music theory
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Music Education or a related field
• Teaching certification preferred, but not required
• Experience working with children in a school or parish setting
• Practicing Catholic or respectful of Catholic teachings and traditions
We Offer:
• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Opportunity to share your love of music in a Christ-centered environment
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Jean Cothron at jcothron@stthomasphilo.org or contact the school office at 217-684-2309 for more information.
Location: St. Thomas School, Philo, IL
School Type: Catholic Elementary School
St. Thomas School is seeking a passionate and creative Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. We are a small, faith-based community dedicated to the spiritual and academic growth of our students. This position is ideal for someone who loves working with children, values Catholic education, and has a gift for making music fun and meaningful.
Position Details:
• 2 days a week
• Teach general music classes to students in Grades K–5
• Lead and organize music for the school Christmas Program
• Plan age-appropriate, standards-based lessons that engage students in singing, movement, instruments, and basic music theory
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Music Education or a related field
• Teaching certification preferred, but not required
• Experience working with children in a school or parish setting
• Practicing Catholic or respectful of Catholic teachings and traditions
We Offer:
• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Opportunity to share your love of music in a Christ-centered environment
To Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to Jean Cothron at jcothron@stthomasphilo.org or contact the school office at 217-684-2309 for more information.
Happy 4th of July!
🎉 Uniform Sale Alert! 🎉
Lands’ End is currently offering discounts on school uniforms — the earlier you shop, the more you save! Stock up and save while the deals last! 👕📚🩳
St. Thomas School’s number is: 900137209.
https://www.landsend.com/shop/school/S-ytp-xe8?schoolStoreNum=900137209&grade=9&gender=2
Congratulations to our 6/23 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!
🏐 Volleyball Camp at St. Thomas School! 🏐
We’re excited to host our 2025 Summer Volleyball Camp from Monday, July 7th – Thursday, July 10th!
Open to all girls in the following grade levels (you do not need to be a St. Thomas student) — come learn, play, and have fun!
📍 Session 1: Incoming 3rd–5th Graders | 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Session 2: Incoming 6th–7th Graders | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
✅ Open to all students in these age groups!
📋 Register here: https://form.jotform.com/251674838215160
Let’s bump, set, and spike into summer! 🧡🐾
Congratulations to our 6/16 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!
Congratulations to our 6/9 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!
Congratulations to our June $100 Monthly Calendar Drawing Winner!
Congratulations to our 6/2 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!
Congratulations to our 5/26 $50 Calendar Drawing Winner!
Position: 7th Grade Junior High Teacher
Join our faith-filled learning community! We are seeking a passionate and dedicated 7th Grade Junior High Teacher to inspire and guide students in a Christ-centered environment.
What We Offer:
Small Class Sizes for more personalized instruction
1:1 Chromebook Program to enhance digital learning
Dedicated Staff Workroom for planning and collaboration
Weekly Rosary and Mass to enrich spiritual development
A commitment to Faith-Based Learning across the curriculum
We’re looking for a candidate who values academic excellence and spiritual growth, and who is eager to be a part of a supportive and mission-driven team.
To Apply:
Please send your resume, cover letter, and references to Principal Jean Cothron at jcothron@stthomasphilo.org.
Help us shape hearts and minds for Christ—apply today!
Each year, the 8th-grade graduating class uses donations they receive to give a gift to the school. This year, the class of 2025 is asking for donations toward purchasing a new math curriculum. Due to the discontinuation of our current K-5th-grade math curriculum, we need to purchase new materials. Any donation you might give would greatly help us reach this goal. You can donate online at https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/_29gZA?vid=1joqm2