St. Teresa’s Academy

Faith-based • 9-12
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St. Teresa's Academy

Our Mission

St. Teresa's Academy is committed to the education of young women. We are a Catholic, independent, college preparatory high school, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. The Academy is rooted in Christian values and embraces a diverse student body. We promote excellence in education through a challenging curriculum, personal responsibility and participation in extracurricular activities.

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NO Transportation provided
After-Care only

Points of Pride

All-girls college preparatory environment: girls take leadership roles to grow in confidence and self esteem
Students use a Surface Pro 4 on our wireless 20 acre campus.
Just complete a 27K square foot addition. Added numerous classrooms, Engineering lab, makerspace and improved athletic spaces

St. Teresa’s Academy

5600 Main St
Kansas City, MO 64113
816-501-0011
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Website: http://stteresasacademy.org
Apply to St. Teresa's
Apply: https://stteresasacademy.org/admissions
St. Teresa's Academy

School Details

Year Established: 1866
Total Enrollment: 620
School Type: Faith-based
School Hours: 7:50 am - 3:00 pm

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Demographics

Feeder Schools

0.0%
Receive Special Ed Services
0.0%
English Language Learners

Specialized Programs

    Arts Programs

    • Ceramics
    • Choir
    • Drawing
    • Film
    • Literature
    • Painting
    • Photography
    • Sculpture
    • Visual Arts

    Sports Programs

    • Basketball (Girls)
    • Cross Country (Girls)
    • Diving (Girls)
    • Lacrosse (Girls)
    • Soccer (Girls)
    • Swimming (Girls)
    • Tennis (Girls)
    • Track and Field (Girls)
    • Volleyball (Girls)

    Clubs & Activities

    • Asian Culture Club
    • Book Club
    • Coding
    • Culinary Arts
    • Entrepreneurship
    • Future Business Leaders
    • Journalism/Newspaper
    • Math Team
    • National Honor Society
    • Peer Counseling
    • Robotics
    • SADD
    • Science Olympiad
    • Student Government

    Social Services

      Family Engagement

        Application Details

        Although many schools have application deadlines, most continue to accept applications for available seats on an ongoing basis.

        Application Open: August 1, 2019
        Application Close: December 1, 2018

        How to Apply

        Attend an Informational Evening on our campus:October 8, and 22; November 5; December 3 https://stteresasacademy.org/form/informational-evenings to RSVP online.
        Join us for Open House Sunday, October 14, 2018. Discover STA in-depth! Join us for Mass in the Chapel of St. Joseph at 10 a.m. or begin with student-led tours beginning at 11 a.m.
        Schedule a Shadow Day. All eighth grade girls are invited to spend a day at STA where they will sit in on classes, meet the faculty, staff, and students.https://stteresasacademy.org/form/schedule-shadow to schedule your shadow day.
        Complete the Application for Admission by December 1, 2018. https://stteresasacademy.org/sites/default/files/application_for_admission_2016-17.pdf to download the application form.
        Apply for financial aid.Families may apply online at http://www.fairapp.com/ after Dec. 14, 2018
        Consider HSPT Prep Classes offered on the STA campus to help your daughter prepare for the exam. Classes will be held on: November 6, 8, 13, 15, 27, and 29. https://stteresasacademy.org/sites/default/files/hspt_test_prep_form_2016-17.pdf to download the registration form or https://forms.diamondmindinc.com/stteresasacademy/hspt?token=1188119532 to register online.
        Take the High School Placement Test Teresa’s Academy on January 12, 2019.

        Apply to St. Teresa's
        Apply: https://stteresasacademy.org/admissions

        Enrollment Requirements

        • Completed application
        • Birth Certificate
        • Current Immunization Record or Religious Exemption Statement
        • Most recent report card/transcript (not required for kindergarten applicants)

        Public schools also require:

        • Proof of Address (also called “Proof of Residency”)
        • Parent or guardian photo ID