Recent Grads Honored
Helping with student newspaper while at STA better prepared recent graduates.
Fall Sports Tryouts
Fall sports begin on Monday, Aug 9. To find out more information about tryouts and for team schedules, please visit the St. Teresa's athletics website. All incoming 9th graders and transfer students must turn in their MSHSAA health forms before being allowed to practice.
Booster Club Cook-Out
Thursday, August 19
5:30-7 p.m.
The STA Booster Club will be hosting a cookout for all current and prospective student-athletes and their families following practice on Thursday, August 19. Please come join the company of the athletes, coaches and parents as we prepare to continue the proud tradition of STA Athletics in 2010-11.
Fall Sports Rules Night
RESCHEDULED TO THURSDAY, AUGUST 19
7-8 p.m.
The fall sports Rules Meetings have been rescheduled for 7:00 p.m. on Aug. 19 and will begin following the cook-out. Rules Meetings are required for all fall athletes their parents to attend.
Netbook Acceptable Use Policy
Click here to download the Acceptable Use Policy for the new Netbook program. You will need to print the last page of the document, complete and sign the form, and bring it with you to your scheduled Netbook Night.
STA Uniform Apparel
The Star Shop at St. Teresa's Academy is stocked with your official STA sports apparel! Download order forms here.
Stars Qualify for State Track Meet
The STA track and field team will be competing at the Missouri State Track and Field meet this Friday and Saturday in Jefferson City.
Students Earn High Marks at National French Contest
French students earn high marks at the 2010 National French Contest.
Dart and Teresian Win Highest Possible Award
The Dart newspaper and Teresian yearbook recently earned the distinction of All-Missouri, the highest possible award, from the Missouri Interscholastic Press Association.
STA Faculty Member Awarded Certified Journalism Educator
The Journalism Education Association is proud to announce that Eric Thomas has been awarded Certified Journalism Educator status.
STA Students Nominated for Blue Star Awards
Blue Star nominations include STA in the following: the Hair and Makeup crew for Zombie Prom and Outstanding Lead Actress for Rockhurst's Urinetown.
STA Student Wins Photography Award
STA's Marissa Naggi has won another more prestigious photography award for her photo that she submitted to the Kansas City Public Library’s competition.
STA's Choral Group Sing in Perfect Harmony
STA's Choral Groups take highest honors at the Heritage Music Festival in Boston, MA.
STA Students Receive High Honors at State Music Festival
Two STA students receive Superior All-State honors at the Missouri State High School Activities Association (MSHSAA) State Music Festival in Columbia, MO.
STA Booster Club BBQ
The St. Teresa’s Academy Booster Club hosted an informal BBQ on May 12th at 5:30 p.m. in the STA Quad.
STA Debate and Speech Teams Excel in Final Tournaments
The STA debate team ended a very successful year at the debate tournament held on April 13th at St. Pius. The speech team took top honors at the Woodmen Speech Contest held at STA on April 15th.
Successful Grandmothers' Tea Event
Fun was had by all at the 32nd annual Grandmothers' Tea, held April 23, 2010. Over 600 students and grandmothers shared in the festivities.
STA Math Team Wins Regional Championship
The STA Math Team has won the regional championship award in the Missouri Math League Competition. Forty-two Missouri schools competed this year with STA winning second place over-all in state.
First Annual Trivia Night at STA
Are you a know-it-all or just a wanna-be? Either way, don't miss out on the fun at Trivia Night, Saturday, June 12, here at STA. Get your friends and gather a table. Fun will be had by all!
STA Teacher Receives National Recognition
STA instructor, Kelly Fast, has been selected as an NEH Summer Scholar from a national applicant pool to attend one of 30 summer study opportunities supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities.
STA Students/Teacher to Present at Notre Dame Conference
Congratulations to students Anna McTygue, Angelica Desimio and Haden Fudemberg, along with theology instructor Betsy Hansrough, who will be presenting at the Colloquium on Religion and Violence this summer.
DartNewsOnline Wins Top Student Journalism Award
STA's online news site won The Pacemaker award during a convention Saturday in Portland, Oregon. This is the highest publication honor ever for St. Teresa’s Academy students.
STA Senior Wins First Place Art Scholarship
STA's Rachel Knox won the 2010 Shooting Stars Scholarship Award in the category of Two-Dimensional Art at the Shooting Stars Gala on March 28th.
Senior Selected for State Academic Honor
STA senior Celeste Bremen has been selected for the 2010 Missouri Scholars 100, a statewide program that honors 100 of Missouri's top academic students.
DartNewsOnline Nominated for National Award
The staff of the DartNewsOnline earned the elite designation as a Finalist for a national journalism award for work on the STA student website.
Inspiring Women Update
Click here to view the latest Inspiring Women capital campaign newsletter...
Math Students Succeed in Competition
Fifteen STA students attended the Kansas City Area Teachers of Mathematics competition and received outstanding results.
Two Students Honored at NCECA Conference
Congratulations to Alex Christian and Angelica DeSimio for recognition of their art work in the NCECA Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, March 31 - April 2.
Two Students Receive Gold Key Award
Seniors Kelsie Fiss and Maegan Kelly were honored with Gold Key Awards in the National Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition for outstanding ceramic art work.
Spring Play - Greater Tuna - Begins 2/18
Come and enjoy STA's spring play, Greater Tuna, Thursday, Feb. 18 - 20 starting at 7:30 pm.
Basketball Team to Host Pink Zone Game on Feb. 16
Join the St. Teresa’s Basketball Team as they host Spring Hill High School at STA on Tuesday, February 16 for the 2010 WBCA Pink Zone event. Click for more information...
STA Senior Named Finalists in NMS Competition
STA's Celeste Bremen was named a Finalist in the 2010 Competition for National Merit Scholarships. Scholarship winners will be announced in March.
Students Recognized in Art Exhibition
Lindsay Girardeau's, Anna Rayburn's and Nicole Twaddle's art work was selected to be exhibited in the Avila University High School Invitational.
Student Awarded Gold Key Award
Congratulations to STA senior Anna Blanck, who was just awarded a regional Gold Key, the highest honor available, by the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition.
Thank You Parents!
Thank you to all who contributed to the STA Faculty and Staff Christmas Fund. Continued...
Cool School Live Broadcast from STA
KCTV 5 will be broadcasting live from the Goppert gymnasium on Friday, January 15th from 5:00 – 8:00 am. All STA students are invited and encourage to attend!
Basketball Fun for 7th and 8th Grade Girls
Join in the fun! 7th and 8th grade girls are invited to a freshman basketball game on Wednesday, Jan. 13 from 4 - 5:30 pm in the gym.
STA Stars Junior Dance Clinic
CALLING ALL GIRLS kindergarten through 8th grade! The dance team invites YOU to the 14th Annual Junior Dance Clinic! K-8th grade girls are invited to attend our dance clinic led by the award winning Stars Dance Team. Continued...
Evening Informational Meeting for Parents and Students
Tuesday, December 8, 6:30-8:00 pm (New date!)
Donnelly Hall
Our informational gatherings are a great way for eighth grade students and their parents to learn more about STA. RSVP to rhudnall@stteresasacademy.org
Auction Raffle Winner
Congratulations to the winner of the 2009 Auction Raffle! Mary Ontiveros' winning ticket was drawn on November 21, 2009 at the annual St. Teresa's Auction. Continued...
Music Students Honored
The following students were recently recognized with all-district honors: Mackenzie Jones was selected to play in MSHSAAA’s All-District Orchestra. McKenzie Miller was selected to sing in MSHSAAA’s All-District Choir. Kristina Strader and Kara Sharp were selected to play in MSHSAAA’s All-District Women’s Choir. Congratulations girls!
College Counselor Joins National Board
STAs Debi Hudson, college counselor, will join the Board of Directors of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) for the 2010-11 school year.
STA Journalism Students Win Numerous Awards
Students received numerous awards for their work on The Dart newspaper and the Teresian yearbook during the National Scholastic Press Association in Washington, D.C.
Cycling for Change
Fr. Matt Ruhl is teaming up with Catholic Charities for a Cross County bike ride to raise awareness about poverty and hunger.
See Zombie Prom - A Musical at STA!
The STA Music and Theatre Department presents Zombie Prom A Musical in the Music and Arts Building, November 11-14 at 7:30 pm.
Fall Sports Awards Assembly
The fall awards assembly will be held at 2:25 p.m., Nov. 10 in the Goppert Gymnasium. This event will recognize the fall athletes and varsity letter winners, as well as outstanding student achievement.
Cross Country Team to Compete at State
The STA cross country team will be competing at state on Saturday! Please visit the athletics website for updated information about the fall season and to find out more about the STA winter sports.
Late Start for Tuesday, October 13
Due to a problem with the boiler, classes will begin at 9:30 am on Tuesday, October 13.
STA Student Receives Perfect SAT Score!
Senior Celeste Bremen received a perfect 2400 on her SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) taken this past June. Less than .0002% of test takers accomplish such a feat.
STA Cross Country Team Ranked 10th in State
The Big River 2009 Rankings have announced their top ten girls cross country team rankings.
STA State of the School Address
Listen to President Nan Bone discuss the future of St. Teresa's Academy. Join Nan on Thursday morning, September 17th at 7:30 am in the M&A commons.
KC Presents Speaker Series at Rockhurst High School
Presenting Immaculee Ilibagiza as she tells her true story of survival during the Rwandan genocide.
AP Scholars Recognized
Contratulations to the St. Teresa's Academy 2009 Advanced Placement Scholars.
Two Named as Finalists in National Photojournalism Contest
Two STA students have been honored as finalists for a national photojournalism award for their work on the Teresian yearbook and Dart newspaper.
Alumnae Homecoming Celebration
STA alums are invited back to campus for the annual Homecoming Mass and Cocktail Party on Saturday, September 26. Please join us for an evening of fun and renewed friendship.
Adult Faith Formation Courses Offered
The Bishop Helmsing Institute is offering year-long Adult Faith Formation courses assisting with adult Catholic education.
STA Sophomore on Championship Volleyball Team
Sophomore Taylor Migliazzo's league volleyball team, Kansas City Power, became the 2009 USA Volleyball Junior Olympic 16 Open National Champion in a tournament held in Miami, FL, in late June.
STA Theatre Students Nominated for Blue Star Awards
St. Teresa's received three 2009 Blue Star Award nominations. The annual Blue Star program is designed to recognize outstanding achievement in musical theatre among area high school students.
Decade Happy Hour
Decade Happy Hour, held June 4th, was a huge success with almost all classes represented from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s. Two hundred women enjoyed reconnecting with classmates from all the different eras.
Browne's Irish Street Fair
Browne's Irish Market proudly supports children with special needs with their 122 Anniversary Irish Street Fair, Saturday, June 6, from 2 - 11:00 pm.
STA Theatre Students to Perform in Scotland
The St. Teresa's Academy Theatre Department, under the direction of Shana Prentiss, has been selected to perform in the world’s largest and most prestigious arts festival in the world as part of the American High School Theatre Festival (AHSTF).
Blue Star Theatre Nominations
St. Teresa's Academy is proud to participate in the Blue Star Awards sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield and Starlight Theatre. Blue Star recognizes the work of high school musical theatre programs throughout the greater Kansas City Area.
Grandmothers' Tea
Fun was had by all at the 31st annual Grandmothers' Tea, held April 24, 2009. Over 600 students and grandmothers shared in the festivities.
Lauren Fowlkes Honored at Wizards Game
The Kansas City Wizards will be honoring 2007 STA alumna, Lauren Fowlkes, at halftime of the May 23rd Wizard's game.
Math Team Wins Title of Regional Champion
The STA Math Team has won the title of Regional Champion in the Missouri Math League Competition.
Amy Thompson Run Honors STA Alumna
The 22nd Annual Amy Thompson Run to Daylight, a benefit for the Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City, honors an STA alumna who promoted all the great values of her Alma Mater through her actions.
Athletic Booster Club - Members Wanted
The Booster Club is looking for parents for the 2009-10 school year who want to get involved in helping support the sports programs at St Teresa’s Academy.
STA Night at Culver's
On Wednesday, April 15th, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm, Culver's will donate all profits to the STA Take a Seat Campaign that supports the renovation of the Music and Art auditorium.
STA senior honored as 2009 Missouri Scholar 100
STA senior Paige Kuhlmann has been selected for the 2009 Missouri Scholar 100, a statewide program that honors 100 of Missouri's top academic students.
Math Team Wins Third Place in Competition
A BIG congratulations goes out to the STA Math Team for placing third all-around in the KCATM math competition on Saturday, February 28th.
STA Students Receive Gold Key Awards
Five STA students were recognized with a regional Gold Key in The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards for 2009, presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers--a remarkable achievement and reflective of only the most accomplished works.
STA Sophomore Featured in Star's Food Section
Emily Strickland’s cooking isn’t typical teen cuisine. A sophomore at STA, 16-year-old Emily is at home in the kitchen and develops dinners that emphasize creative culinary combinations.
Teresian yearbook 2007-08 wins prestigious award.
The Columbia Scholastic Press Association has awarded the 2007-08 Teresian the distinction of being one of the top 28 yearbooks judged in its annual nationwide contest, the only yearbook in the state of Missouri to win the honor.
HSPT (test) held Jan. 10th, 2009 at STA
The High School Placement Test will be held on the campus of St. Teresa's Academy on January 10th, 2009, from 8:30 am to noon. Please arrive at Donnelly Hall (east building) by 8:15 am.
HSPT held Jan. 10th, 2009 at STA
The High School Placement Test will be held on the campus of St. Teresa's Academy on Saturday. January 10th, 2009, from 8:30 am to noon. Please arrive at Donnelly Hall (east building) by 8:15 am. Walk-ins are welcome.
First Semester Exam Schedule
Click here to see the exam schedule for Dec. 16 - 18.
STA Graduate is 2008 FIFA World Cup Champ
Lauren Fowlkes, 2007 graduate, has been busy playing for the Under-20 U.S. women’s national soccer team and winning a gold medal.
STA Science Quiz Bowl Team Takes First and Second
STA's Quiz Bowl Team placed first in mathematics, second in physics and third overall.
STA Students Chosen for All-State Choir
Congratulations to STA students McKenzie Miller and Kirsten Hyde who were chosen for the 2009 Missouri All-State Choir.
Enjoy Little Women, the Broadway Musical at STA
The STA theatre department proudly presents, Little Women, The Broadway Musical, beginning Wednesday, November 5 - 8.
Class of 1998 Reunion Meets Nov. 1st
Enjoy wine and cheese and a tour of St. Teresa's Academy. Click here for more details.
Open House on Sunday, Nov. 9th
St. Teresa's Open House to be held on Sunday, November 9th from 11am to 3 pm. The last tour begins at 2:30 pm.
Overwhelming Response to HSPT Prep Class
The High School Placement Test prep class offered at STA is now full. Class registration forms will no longer be accepted. Thanks to eighth grade students and parents for the wonderful response!
The Dr. Joe Scholarship Fund
Dr. Joe retires from STA after twenty-five years of teaching math. He will be missed by all.
Eric Thomas named 2008 Journalism Teacher of the Year
STA proudly annouces Eric Thomas' recent award as the Missouri Journalism Teacher of the Year for 2008.
Debi Hudson, College Counselor, Returns to STA
St. Teresa's is pleased to announce Debi Hudson's return to her role in the college counseling department at STA.
"Take A Seat" in the M&A Auditorium
"Take A Seat" in the historic Music and Arts Auditorium by placing your name on a permanent 2"x4" plaque.
Fox 4 News Features Kellyn Smith
Miss Smith is going to Washington. Kellyn Smith, that is. The valedictorian of St. Teresa's Academy in Kansas City is heading to the nation's capital...
STA hires Kathleen Barry as Alumnae Director
STA is pleased to welcome Kathleen Barry as Alumnae Director. This new staff position will focus on communicating and connecting with our alumnae community.