In Junior High religion classes, our students learn about the richness and beauty of the Catholic Church. 
 
In Sixth Grade students focus on the main characters and events of the history of Israel contained in the Old Testament. They gain an understanding of the key truths God revealed during this course of history. In studying the Ten Commandments they will learn the “spirit of the law” in relation to today’s society. They will develop an appreciation for the Old Testament and gain confidence in their ability to read Scripture.
 
 
In Seventh Grade students focus on the main characters and events of the life of Jesus as contained in the New Testament. They will gain an understanding of the key truth that Jesus was sent by God so that we might know God’s love. They will follow Jesus in his ministry. They will develop an understanding of the New Testament and gain confidence in their ability to read Scripture. They will gain ability to see the meaning in the parables in relation to Christ’s instruction on how to live the two-fold commandment to gain heaven. They will build the foundation for commitment in Confirmation.
 
In the Eighth Grade students will focus on the main characters and events in the founding and development of the Church. They will follow Jesus in his choosing of the apostles. They will learn of the gifts of the Holy Spirit and how they help disciples of Christ to live faithfully. Emphasis will be placed on the Works of Mercy and how to live them. The aspects of how modern attitudes affect morality and the difficulty in living morally will be stressed. 

Our classes are intentionally small, and because our students have the same teachers all three years of Junior High, a strong bond can grow between teachers and students.  Classes are departmentalized and teachers are certified in their area of content.  

Technology is an important part of our world today, and students at Saint Thomas have ample opportunity to use Chromebooks.  Saint Thomas School is a 1:1 Chromebook School.  Technology is used intentionally in the classroom and not a replacement for instruction.  All content area classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboard technology. 

Beginning in sixth grade, students can test into an accelerated math program which allows them to take algebra, or possibly geometry, as eighth graders, with the opportunity to earn high school credit.    

Junior high students are given many opportunities to excel in language arts with two periods dedicated to the subject each day. During one class period, the focus is on reading and vocabulary, while the other period is devoted to grammar and writing. The curriculum provides multiple experiences for students to synthesize their learning through presentation, written analysis, and rhetorical debate. Additionally, eighth graders are taught to write a detailed research paper in preparation for high school.

Saint Thomas School provides a full-size teaching science lab where students have ample opportunities to engage in hands-on science activities. The curriculum is designed to cover a range of topics, with sixth graders focusing on Earth and Space, seventh graders studying Life Science, and eighth graders delving into Physical Science.

Social Studies classes at Saint Thomas School are designed to cover a range of topics. In sixth grade, students make connections to geography and history by studying ancient civilizations. Seventh graders delve into the beginnings of the United States up to 1860, while eighth graders focus on the American Civil War to present day. Our curriculum also includes current events to help students connect with our past and learn about the world around us.

All junior high students participate in enrichment classes in the areas of physical education, music, art, library, and Spanish on a weekly basis to learn and strengthen skills in the various areas.

In keeping with the teaching of service and outreach as a hallmark of the Church, junior high students are required to log service hours.  
 
Sixth graders must complete ten hours of service.  In the seventh grade, students must perform fifteen hours of service and in eighth grade, twenty five hours of service.  
 
Service learning projects continue to be incorporated into the curriculum helping students make the connection that embracing their religion and faith can produce acts of service for others.  

The Junior High students also have the opportunity to choose an Elective class each trimester.  These classes aim to expose the students to various interests and explore new opportunities. These classes may include Woodworking, Sewing, Dance, Theater, Finance, Cooking, Crime Scene Investigation, Cultural Studies, Writing, Digital Design, etc.