Why are you thankful for Catholic Education? by Katelyn Tolzien https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8 As we kick-off Catholic Schools Week at St. Thomas Aquinas High School, please take a minute to share why you're thankful for Catholic education! en-us 2020-01-21 18:15:24 UTC 2020-01-31 13:49:10 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/443333621/15f6a8fb59800cd3e2df46c816bac2b9/MissionCircleLogo_FullColor_cHeavy.jpg I love Catholic education because it allows me to contribute to the foundation that has allowed me so many opportunities to succeed. https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/434249522 2020-01-21 20:28:12 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/434249522 I love Catholic education because of freedom. I am free to talk about the driving force in my life, Jesus, who inspires me to serve others. https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/434748888 2020-01-22 19:09:59 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/434748888 I am thankful for Catholic Education where faith and prayer are encouraged and celebrated. katelyn_tolzien https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436399078 2020-01-27 14:15:02 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436399078 Jennifer Homan https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436426666 I am thankful that not only does my son get a quality education, but that moral values, service and love of others is equally impressed upon him. This  environment creates a positive place for him to connect with others, learn and thrive. ]]> 2020-01-27 14:54:07 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436426666 I love Catholic Education as it gave a strong foundation for both of my children - graduates of STA. https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436458059 2020-01-27 15:35:30 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436458059 I am thankful for Catholic Education because it is not only a wonderfully foundation oriented education, but it creates a basis to live an ethical and morally guided life. https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436471781 2020-01-27 15:52:25 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436471781 Ed Waters https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436473164 Never have to apologize for praying or mentioning God!]]> 2020-01-27 15:54:17 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436473164 I am thankful for family, friends and the many other blessings God has given us. I love Catholic education because the school and teachers find new and creative ways to not only make God known, loved and served inside the school, but are being forces for good in the student's communities. St. Thomas Aquinas values of Faith, Family and Tradition provides us with the hope for tomorrow and the energy that we need for each day...Raider for life laura_simmons1 https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436478532 2020-01-27 16:01:14 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436478532 Beth Albrecht https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436486144 I love Catholic Education because I am allowed to share the love of God with each of my students. I was blessed to attend a Catholic high school and that experience molded and shaped my academics and my faith. I got so much from Catholic education and I could not imagine working in any other school! ]]> 2020-01-27 16:11:42 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436486144 I am thankful that I get to teach in an educational institution where I can freely speak of God and how Jesus is working in my life every day and in every way! I value the prayer each morning through the intercome and how it sets the tone for the day! https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436502538 2020-01-27 16:34:32 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436502538 Mike McCormack https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436503456 Catholic education allows me to walk the journey of hope that is rooted in the Paschal Mystery. The power of this Mystery brings light to all the darkness that can seem to swamp us. It reminds us of who has the final say in all of creation's journey while recognizing that WE are called to bring this hope and light to all...As Jesus said to Lazarus, "Arise!" So to does Catholic education allow us to "Arise" and use all of our gifts in this mission of HOPE. ]]> 2020-01-27 16:35:54 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436503456 https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436513299 I am thankful for an educational environment that allows our students to grow in their knowledge base and their faith - focusing on the whole person! ]]> 2020-01-27 16:48:51 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436513299 Sammy P https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436560194 Faith
Uplifting
Nurturing]]> 2020-01-27 17:50:56 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436560194 I am thankful because our sts have the opportunity to be educated in a safe and rich environment and because as teachers we can lead and grow and express our ideas the Lord puts in our hearts. https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436645798 2020-01-27 19:47:44 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436645798 I am thankful for Catholic education at St. Thomas Aquinas High School because we are able to live as a faith family. Inherent in this is working with youth that are full of joy, compassion, and a promise for tomorrow. It also means working with administrators, faculty, and staff who are passionate about their calling and mentoring our youth. We truly are a family, supporting, encouraging, and nurturing each other as Christ would beth_mctighe https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436694778 2020-01-27 21:23:54 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436694778 STA has been a part of my life since I was nine years old. Following now in the footsteps of my mother, who taught here 23 years, and of many wonderful teachers, it is a blessing to be among this distinguished group of faculty! I can honestly say much of my study and career track was a direct product of being inspired by the teachers I had here at STA. I am here to hopefully do the same for our current student body. What makes STA great is that there is truly something for everyone here! All students get the opportunity to explore and develop their interests and talents! erin_williams13 https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436697981 2020-01-27 21:32:43 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436697981 Alfonso Balmaceda https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436903182 Growing up i always attended public schools. Faith was literally not welcomed in the public school environment. I remember in my sophomore year getting called to see the principal because i was praying the rosary with others students during lunch out on the school field. It is a blessing to be in a educational environment were faith is not just merely tolerated but nurtured, and shared! The best part of being a teacher is that i can share my faith with my students, and i can also witness theirs in so many beautiful ways : )]]> 2020-01-28 12:26:46 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436903182 Kathie Hagood https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436931541 As an alumni class of 1991, I am thankful to now serve the same Catholic community that provided such a foundation for  my sister & I. I am thankful that the Fruits of the Holy Spirit in kindness are promoted and that my own kids Sophomore, Joey & Freshman,Delaney now have the privileges I did to learn the faith and experience all that is STA. I am thankful.]]> 2020-01-28 13:28:32 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436931541 Joe Chmielewski https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436945801 The motivation or reason for teaching at STA is after being the productive of 12 years of Catholic education myself,  I wanted to continue to model the experience I had in school to the new generations of students.  I think the STA family is very good at supporting its members when they are going through difficult times or help celebrate the good times.]]> 2020-01-28 13:50:17 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/436945801 Mary Kate O'Mara https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/437046665 I am grateful for the welcoming embrace of St. Thomas Aquinas High School. Ethics and a loving attitude matter. ]]> 2020-01-28 15:53:14 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/437046665 Denise https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/437092978 I love Catholic education because we understand the "why" of our efforts, hopes and dreams. I love Catholic education because I see the beauty that is generated and the possibilities that are powered all for good! And I love the people on the journey! Great people.]]> 2020-01-28 16:52:27 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/437092978 Appreciate Catholic Eduction helena_asquini https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/437274895 ... the yardstick by which I measure life choices :D]]> 2020-01-28 21:22:14 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/437274895 I am thankful for Catholic education and the opportunities it brings https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/437539508 2020-01-29 14:01:09 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/437539508 Zoraida Perez- mom https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438154331 I am very thankful to God for the opportunity of educating my 3 children in Catholic Schools since preschool. I am very thankful to ALL the teachers, administrators, staff and priests that have helped my children to grow spiritually and academically in a safe and loving environment. Thank you for helping us parents to share our Catholic faith and moral values. God bless!

]]> 2020-01-30 14:14:25 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438154331 Josh French https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438252734 The motivation that keeps me teaching at St. Thomas stems from the consistent atmosphere of supportive colleagues and prideful students. Teachers feel comfortable with both the administration and the students. In addition, the students feel comfortable with their teachers and their fellow students. This comfort allows our community to connect in a unique way and allows our Raider family to thrive.]]> 2020-01-30 16:14:02 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438252734 https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438254936  I teach at STA because I love being a part of faith based education and I love working with the students!  I am always amazed and encouraged by the feeling of family here at STA and by seeing all the students participating in fun, faith based, wholesome activities like athletics, robotics,  the Arts, Homecoming, Mass and Stations of the Cross.  The students give me hope for the future! ]]> 2020-01-30 16:16:36 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438254936 Sue Messenger https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438255392 I have always viewed the St.Thomas campus as an oasis of sanity which is a direct reflection of the "Raider Family."

]]> 2020-01-30 16:17:13 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438255392 Dyane Genovese https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438256463 Having spent many years teaching in public schools in various states and countries, I have found St. Thomas to be the most welcoming of new teachers.  I could hardly believe my ears as established teachers greeted me in the hallways. My department colleagues were generous with offering lesson ideas and the students were generally more interested in succeeding than those in public school.  This school is my final destination.]]> 2020-01-30 16:18:35 UTC https://padlet.com/katelyn_tolzien/pivodaqdf4g8/wish/438256463