Saint Thomas Academy, founded by Archbishop John Ireland, can trace its beginnings to September 8, 1885, when 66 students gathered in a renovated building on the old Finn Farm located on the shores of Lake Mennith (present intersection of Cleveland and Summit Avenues) in the western area of Saint Paul near the Mississippi River. In September of 1965, 560 cadets moved to a new campus in Mendota Heights.

Today, Saint Thomas Academy continues in the tradition of being a Catholic, all-male, college preparatory, military school offering leadership development through the JROTC program. These "Four Pillars" are rooted in our past and are the very characteristics that distinguish our school from the rest.

When you choose Saint Thomas Academy as one of your charitable priorities, your contribution makes these things possible:

• Competitive salary and benefits for faculty and staff
• Financial Assistance for more than 40% of families
• College Counseling
• Academic Support
• Outstanding opportunities in the fine arts
• Athletic opportunities for all students
• Programs for alumni such as class reunions, networking and the STA Internship Program
• And much more!