At St. Therese School we strive to offer an alternative in education, the St. Therese Difference. #theSTSdifference is not something that can easily be measured or defined, but its results can be seen in our children every day. Our children benefit from an enriching and caring environment where Christian values become an integral part of their everyday life; an environment where they are encouraged to develop as individuals and to fulfill their intellectual and spiritual potential.
FAITH. FAMILY. FOUNDATION.
Offering a comprehensive education from PK through 8th grade, we are dedicated to preparing our students, your children, for their journey into higher education.
This annual Pet Rescue Service Project began in 2022 when three fourth grade students saw the need to support the organizations that focus on saving at-risk cats/dogs from overcrowded animal shelters, nationwide. Those dedicated students have grown to a team of four, all now in fifth grade... they continue to inspire STS students, faculty and staff to come together in Service. With two trucks full of donated items and monetary donations, thank you to all who supported NorthStar Pet Rescue!
Mrs. Jolyn Henderson, mother of Jared Irwin, STS Class of 2020, recently reached out to STS about "Canines for Christ". As a result, she and her beautiful White Retriever, Hunter, have joined STS in our March for Life, visited STS on #CSW23 Thursday, popped into the playground at recess. STS students, faculty, and staff have enjoyed their visits to STS. Starting Monday, February 27 and continuing through June, Canines for Christ via Mrs. Henderson and Hunter, will be visiting STS classrooms for various short programs such as reading time, support time, play time.
Cross Catholic Outreach’s Box of Joy is a booming Christmas ministry inviting people all over the U.S. to pack hope and happiness for thousands of children in dire poverty around the world. This year, STS will participate in the wonderful Service Project.
On Saturday, October 1, Bishop Sweeney celebrated the feast of our patron saint with STS students and families. Some STS students were active participants in the mass and... a portrait of our Saint Thérèse of Lisieux!
On March 14, the Passaic County Board of County Commissioners honored Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney in Paterson as part of their Irish-American Heritage Month Celebration. Bishop Sweeney is pictured at the ceremony, which included dancing and bagpipes. County Commissioner Terry Duffy presented the bishop with a letter.
Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney presided at the annual Acies convocation of the Legion of Mary on March 12 in St. Margaret of Scotland Church in Morristown. It was attended by Legion of Mary members and priests. During the Acies each year, Legion of Mary members recommit themselves to the Holy Spirit and to Mary. The event included Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, followed by the recitation of the rosary.
St. Bonaventure Church in Paterson hosted a Noche Blanca, or “White Night,” retreat for Hispanic youth and others on Saturday, March 11. Bishop Kevin J. Sweeney attended the beginning of the event to welcome participants.