Core Info
Phrases and Other
Commandant and Crest
100

Four Pillars of Saint Thomas Academy

Catholic, College Prep, All-Male, Military Leadership

100

Second line of the Creed

 I pledge to uphold this school’s brotherhood, integrity, and diligence.

100

What are the three symbols on the crest

blue chevron or “Y”, red sword and crosses, golden sun in a pentagon

200

Four Core Values of STA

Faith, Integrity, Respect, Excellence

200

What is the name of the fight song

The Kaydet Rouser

200

What does the Saint Thomas Academy Crest represent

represents STA’s location, mandate, and patron.

300

Mission Of Saint Thomas Academy

To develop boys into men of character is our promise to our students, our families, our community, and the world.

300

What does “Ex Umbris in Veritatem” literally translate to

This translates literally to “Out of shadows into truth”

300

Commandant’s Priorities

  • Respect

  • Academics

  • Discipline

  • Service

400

Annual Theme

 Strength in Numbers

400

What does “Ex Umbris in Veritatem” metaphorically translate to

 Translates metaphorically to “Out of darkness into light.”

400

Commandant’s Intolerables

  • Disrespect

  • Bullying

  • Hazing

  • Illegal Activity

  • Poor Attitude

  • Lying/Cheating/Stealing

500

Our Vision

Make the world a better place one cadet at a time.

500

What is Leadership?

The process of influencing people by providing purpose, direction, and motivation to accomplish the mission and improve the organization.

500

The Commandant’s Intent

Cadets lead the way through Honor, Courage, and Commitment.