There’s no place like STA!

There’s no place like STA!

There’s no place like STA. Our exceptional Catholic education, dedicated teachers and staff, compassionate administrative leaders and caring families make the STA community one-of-a-kind.

Our Purpose

For the St. Thomas the Apostle school community, the Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) serves to deepen connections, build faith and raise funds to help our school:

  • Continue to keep tuition for exceptional Catholic education affordable
  • Advance strategic initiatives for the health and growth of our academic institution
  • Celebrate much-loved traditions

You make STA Stand Apart

Every Saint Thomas parent and guardian is a member of the PTO. There are so many ways to contribute your talents. From serving your student’s classroom to volunteering for cherished annual events, there's a way to share your gifts and make STA stand apart.

If you are interested in chairing an STA event or joining our leadership team please fill out the following Google Form. (Keep Same Link)

Questions? Email Saint Thomas PTO President at: sta.pto.phx@gmail.com or PTO Finance at: sta.pto.treasurer.phx@gmail.com 

PTO Executive Committee & Event Chair Positions

  • President
  • Vice-President
  • Communications & Social Media
  • Finance
  • Secretary
  • Hospitality

School Community Involvement

Events:

  • Auction
  • Carnival
  • Mustang Market
  • Fun Run
  • STA Socials
  • Father Daughter Dance
  • Mom’s Morning Boutique
  • Teacher Welcome Back Luncheon
  • Grandparents’ Morning
  • Catholic Schools Week
  • Student Variety Show
  • Transportation Day
  • Mardi Gras & Drewe de Mustang Parade

Please refer to our Community Calendar school calendar that can be found in your Plus Portals account and major events pages on our website for more information on Event Chairs and volunteer opportunities.

Community Services & Support Leaders

  • Lunch & Recess Volunteers
  • Mentor & New Family Liaisons
  • Used Uniform
  • STA Serves
  • Giving Tree
  • STA Cares
  • Grade Captains

STA Cares is committed to supporting families in our community who can benefit from support due to the birth of a child, surgery, or any circumstance that can impact a family. Any STA family can recommend a family or request services or support from STA Cares. Contact information can be found in the School Directory.

Grade Captains: Each year our Grade Captains facilitate much-loved traditions at STA. From showing appreciation for our educators, administration, and staff to communicating community activities and important updates, Grade Captains take on an important role for our school. Please refer to the School Directory for the names and contact information for each grade captain.

Used Uniforms: Our STA Mustangs go from mini to mighty fast! Please consider donating uniforms your student has outgrown to the used uniform program. Please donate clean, dress code compliant uniforms by leaving them in the bin marked "Uniform Donations" outside the front office. To inquire about buying second-hand uniform items, email uniforms@staphx.org or plan to attend our Used Uniform sales scheduled throughout the year.

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