The History of
St. Thomas the Apostle School
St. Thomas the Apostle School opened its doors to one hundred and thirty-five
pupils on October 26, 1959, with a staff of 4. Since its opening, the school
has continued to expand with several additions and a large influx of pupils.
In 1965, the addition of an office area and general purpose room allowed
for indoor sports programs. Shortly thereafter, St.Thomas the Apostle School
was designated as the senior elementary school for separate school students
in Renfrew and by 1968 a large three-story addition was constructed with
special facilities for senior elementary students.
In the school year 1996-97, the bottom floor of the school underwent major
reconstruction. It now houses a computer lab for our students and a huge
high-tech facility for St. Joseph's Catholic High School.
Our first School Council was formed in September, 1996.
Many of our students are bussed in from the surrounding areas of Mount
St.Patrick, Dacre, Hurd's lake, Haley Station and Goshen. English is our
predominant language.
We have a close relationship with the three parishes that our students
belong to : St.Francis Xavier, Our lady of Fatima, and St.Patrick's in Mount
St.Patrick.
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