St. Thomas Catholic School

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.

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

A huge shoutout to our amazing PTO and all the wonderful parent and grandparent volunteers who donated their time, energy, and resources to make our Fun Day a success! Your support helped create a memorable day filled with laughter, joy, and community spirit. This event is one of our students' favorite traditions—and thanks to you, it truly lived up to its name! Check out the pictures from Fun Day at this link: https://thomasschool.smugmug.com/2024-25-School-Year/2025-Fun-Day

Memorial Day Prayer.

Lord God, we thank you for this past school year, filled with learning, laughter, and growth. We give thanks for our teachers, staff, and students, for the challenges and the triumphs. We ask for your continued blessings as we rest and recharge this summer. May your peace be with us and guide us as we prepare for the next school year. Amen

Congratulations to St. Thomas 5th- 7th grade students who received High Honors and Honors for the 4th quarter.

🎉 Don't Miss Out! Join us this Sunday for the last Coffee & Donuts of the school year! 🍩☕ Come enjoy some treats, catch up with friends, celebrate the end of another great year, and support the fundraiser for a new activity bus. We'll start back up when school resumes in the fall — see you there!

Congratulations to Mallory Tiemann for placing 3rd in 8th Grade Pole Vault at the IESA State Track meet this past weekend.