Why STA
Preparing young women to change the world
As the oldest school in Kansas City, St. Teresa’s Academy has a long history of educating and molding successful women. We take pride in knowing the young women who enter these doors leave as confident, well-educated individuals ready to meet life’s challenges and prepared to change the world. At STA, you’ll find a culture of support, acceptance and encouragement.
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According to the National Coalition of Girls’ Schools (NCGS) young women experience numerous benefits from an all-girls’ education.
- Greater Cultural Competency
- Stronger Community Involvement
- Increased Civic & Political Engagement
- Fostering Her Voice
- Develops Leadership Skills
- Builds Self-Confidence
- Dedicated to How Girls Learn
- Inspirational Environment
- Academic Achievement
- Fosters Increased Interest & Confidence in STEM
- Excellent Mentoring
- Free From Stereotypes
- Higher Aspirations
- Prepares Girls for the Real World
St. Teresa’s Academy offers unique immersive travel opportunities every year. These are carefully curated to provide top-notch learning experiences that align with the Academy’s mission, vision and strategic plan, support our outstanding curriculum, and build upon the qualities and competencies of an STA graduate. Learn more about upcoming immersive travel opportunities.
Through the use of Windmoor Center’s high-tech classrooms, students have access to distance learning opportunities through state-of-the-art audio and video conferencing equipment. For example, students connect with their STA instructor to learn Online Personal Finance. Advanced students also have access to online all-girls courses offered through Online School for Girls and online co-ed courses offered through One Schoolhouse . This connects students worldwide through relevant and engaging coursework beyond the STA campus.
Every student receives a customized device loaded with the latest software and books. Learn more about this device. A fully wireless campus allows students to conduct research, take online tests, communicate with peers and teachers, and submit assignments from anywhere on or off campus. In some cases, electronic textbooks have replaced conventional textbooks, lightening the weight of student backpacks.