Introducing Students to the Sacraments: St. Michael’s & St. Thomas Offer OCIA Program

At St. Thomas High School, students on a faith journey have a new path into the Church through the OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) program, offered in partnership with St. Michael Catholic Church. The program is tailored for students who are not baptized, baptized in another Christian denomination, or baptized Catholic but not [...]

By |2025-04-10T15:35:27-05:00April 10th, 2025|Student Life, Campus News|0 Comments

On Bridging Catholic Faith and Modern Science: Becky Dowdy, Dean of Science

“We have a great respect for the intellect and belief that an education in the truth leads to both great scholarship and great spirituality. We believe that the teaching of truth reveals God’s creation. Some of the truths are intellectual, and others are spiritual. These truths complement one another, and neither contradict nor conflict with [...]

By |2024-10-21T08:13:53-05:00October 21st, 2024|Faculty Profiles, Academics, Campus News|0 Comments

“Eagles’ Nest” Spring 2024 || Latest Award-Winning Publication Showcasing Thriving St. Thomas Family and Vibrant Basilian Spirit

St. Thomas is proud to again partner with designer KH Studio with the latest Eagles’ Nest publication - a celebration that connects the Eagle Family. Nationally award-winning narratives.  Compelling and striking visuals.  Exploring the institution, from the change and growth on campus to how St. Thomas is leaving its Catholic Basilian imprint on Houston and [...]

By |2024-03-26T12:59:06-05:00March 26th, 2024|Alumni, Student Life, Academics, Campus News|0 Comments

Seeds of Change || Eagle Scholars Embrace Social Service and Justice

Rooted at the core of the St. Thomas Basilian educational experience is the commitment to transforming the minds and hearts of the Eagle campus community through advocacy and social justice education. Theology faculty member Danny Hernandez ‘08 is continuing that legacy of service, engaging his senior scholars to cultivate moral imagination, practical wisdom, and the [...]

By |2023-09-11T17:00:05-05:00September 11th, 2023|Alumni, Student Life, Campus News, Academics|0 Comments

Faith, Fulfillment, And Fun || Fr. Tom Rafferty ’75 Celebrates 40 Years of Esteemed Sacred Life in Service

Nobody knows what intrinsically motivates the uber-accomplished and most renowned within society, those champions of commerce and celebrity, the power elite across the most inspired industries, be it corporate, political, military, media, or art. The insatiable push to the outer limits is as mysterious and unique as the individual's DNA. Sometimes the cultivation comes from [...]

By |2023-09-06T14:15:04-05:00September 6th, 2023|Alumni, Campus News|0 Comments

In It To Win It || Eagle Football Embraces Robust Schedule for 2023 Season

St. Thomas is embracing a robust schedule for the 2023 football season, featuring six home games, a first-time encounter with an established TAPPS power from Central Texas, and a neutral site match with a UIL program making its transition to varsity competition. Lofty Expectations The Eagles return a slew of proven, high-octane talents for the [...]

Senior Stories || Damian Wilson ’23 | Inspiring Academic Intellect and Endless Artistic Ambition

Damian Wilson ‘23 infused heart and soul into the St. Thomas campus community, not simply awe-inspiring intellect and endless ambition. His tightly-tuned talent, both academic and artistic, was fueled by deep-dive due diligence, forging a genuine identity through achievement, enlightening and rewarding. Wilson’s four-year pomp and circumstance roll call included entry into the National Honor [...]

By |2023-08-24T10:02:16-05:00July 11th, 2023|Alumni, Academics|0 Comments

Senior Stories || 2023 Salutatorian Thomas Pham | Signature, Stellar St. Thomas Career Spiked with Wide-Ranging and Roaring Achievements

Much before Thomas Pham ‘23 elevated to salutatorian status, he was presented with the unenviable (ultimate?) tough act to follow - casting his lot in the formidable shadow of his brother and 2021 valedictorian Patrick Pham. The initial burst of Pham-arama featured a unique blend of profound personality and performance. Patrick stoked a sheer, irresistible [...]

Senior Stories || 2023 Valedictorian Caleb Davis | Undeniable Intelligence. Undefinable Fury. Unbridled Compassion.

Arete. That’s a powerful word. To the Greeks, it meant excellence. It was the ultimate expression - cerebral, physical, moral, spiritual. The pursuit requires a certain philosophical approach. Because brilliance, inspiration, and skill are not sufficient enough. Aristotle: We are what we repeatedly do. Therefore excellence is not an act but a habit. Valedictorian Caleb [...]

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