St. Thomas More School is a college-preparatory school in Oakdale, Connecticut, United States. The school serves grades 8–12 and postgraduate courses. It is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.
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History
The school was established in 1962 by James Hanrahan. Located on Gardner Lake, the school also includes international students from several countries; St. Thomas More was founded as a Christian school, however, students from other religions are also welcomed and accepted.
Athletics
Sports offered at St. Thomas More include basketball, football, soccer, tennis, golf, and badminton. Previously, the school has also offered baseball, lacrosse, and wrestling.
Over the years, the athletics program at St. Thomas More has gained national relevance, especially basketball, with athletes joining the school to improve their grades and earn better opportunities to play at NCAA Division I level. Numerous school alumni have played at the Division I and professional levels in basketball and football.