Strategic Plan

St. Teresa’s Academy announced today that it has earned Cognia® Accreditation, with School of Distinction status. Only 60 schools worldwide earned this honor. STA was the only school in Kansas or Missouri to receive this.

In summer 2024, STA’s institutional accreditation was once again renewed. The Academy first earned this accolade in 1923, making this the school’s 101st consecutive year of being accredited. In addition, the school earned STEM certification for its outstanding work in STEM-related programming.

On Sunday, July 9, The Kansas City Star named St. Teresa’s Academy “Kansas City’s Favorite High School” based on community-wide input.

St. Teresa’s Academy welcomes four community leaders to the STA Board of Directors, effective July 2023.

While people across the globe are celebrating Earth Day, at STA we celebrate Earth Day every day! Learn about efforts by faculty, staff and students to preserve and protect our planet for current and future generations.

St. Teresa’s Academy became the first Kansas City-area high school to earn Missouri Green Schools (MGS) recognition. The Academy achieved “Sprout” status for its advances in sustainability efforts.

Dr. Siabhan May-Washington, President of St. Teresa’s Academy, has been appointed to the Kansas City chapter of Women Corporate Directors, an international organization for women leaders who are serving on more than 8,500 boards of directors across six continents.

Dr. Mandi Sonnenberg, STA Director of STEAM* Projects and Education, receives prestigious WiSTEMM Educator STEMMy Award in recognition of her achievements in STEM/STEAM education.

On Sunday, July 9, The Kansas City Star named St. Teresa’s Academy “Kansas City’s Best High School” based on community-wide input.

St. Teresa’s Academy welcomes three community leaders to the STA Board of Directors, effective July 2023.