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2026 STM Alumni Award Winner: Dan Connole ‘81 Featured Photo

2026 STM Alumni Award Winner: Dan Connole ‘81

Congratulations to Mr. Dan Connole, a 1981 graduate.  Dan is a dedicated and distinguished alumnus, who has volunteered at the Cathedral for years.  He taught CCD, served as an usher, participated in Men’s Bible Study, and is a leader at WorkCamp. Earlier in his life, he was an altar server, Boy Scout at STM, and a graduate of Bishop O’Connell.  Dan worked for Arlington County in various roles, including IT, employee training, and the library system.  Upon retiring, he began teaching at Blessed Sacrament.  He also sent all his children to STM and has been outspoken about the benefits of an STM experience!  Mr. Connole will receive his award during 8th Grade's graduation.
UPDATE: Final Bell Bash: June 12 (Fri) (11:30am - 1pm) Featured Photo

UPDATE: Final Bell Bash: June 12 (Fri) (11:30am - 1pm)

Get ready to celebrate the end of the year in style at our Final Bell Bash! This exciting event will take place on the last day of school at dismissal from 11:30am until 1pm and replaces our traditional Hot Dog Bash. To help us organize a smooth and safe dismissal, all families are required to fill out the attendance form (below), whether you and your children plan to attend or not. This event is not a replacement for Extended Day. There is no Extended Day and thus ALL parents must be present at 11:30am. The form provides information that is essential for planning car line logistics and ensuring an efficient pickup process.
Battle of the Servers: July 9th (Thr) Featured Photo

Battle of the Servers: July 9th (Thr)

Bishop Burbidge invites all Altar Servers to the Battle of the Servers tournament and picnic on July 9th (Thr) at St. Leo's in Fairfax from 10:30am - 2pm.  The Cathedral will compose a team to compete against parishes.  There will also be: Gaga Ball, an Altar Server Relay, Climbing Wall, Soccer, prayer with the Bishop, and a lunch of hot dogs and burgers provided by the Knights of Columbus!  Admission is free. Servers wanting to participate should turn in the attached permission slips to Father Barnes by June 12th (Fri), even if you are not certain you will be able to attend.
Diocesan Kings Dominion Day: July 29 (Wed) Featured Photo

Diocesan Kings Dominion Day: July 29 (Wed)

Join hundreds from across the Diocese for a day of faith and fun in the sun on July 29th (Wed) at Kings Dominion!  We will begin the day with Bishop Burbidge conducting 9am Mass at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception in Fredericksburg.  After Mass, we will head to Kings Dominion and be ready to go when the gates open at 11am.  This event is open to anyone in the Diocese.  Tickets are $40 (a reduced rate) and also include Soak City. Deadline to order tickets is July 8 (Wed). Additional info and a POC are below.
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St. Thomas More Cathedral School At A Glance

  • 20% of students in a military family
  • 16:1 Student:Teacher Ratio
  • 470 Students Enrolled
  • Average class size - 22 students
  • Student body is 80% Catholic
  • 1st elementary school to design, build, test and launch a CubeSatellite into space in conjunction with a NASA partnership
  • 30% of students receive financial aid
  • 45+ 45+ after school enrichment activities, including CYO sports, scouts and clubs
  • VectorSmartObject_390776f9-3da4-4f5b-9bf2-8a92f76841b650% of faculty obtained a graduate degree or higher
  • 30% approximate percentage of students who identify as a minority.