St. Thomas More Catholic School
Isabel Hughes is an experienced educator currently serving as an Assistant Preschool Teacher at St. Thomas More Catholic School since June 2023. Previous roles include tutoring at Huntington Learning Center and teaching positions at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic School and Carondelet Catholic School. Isabel's diverse background encompasses various educational roles such as Extended Day Program Coordinator, Teacher Assistant, and Student Teacher, focusing on elementary education and providing support for high-need students. Prior to a career in education, Isabel held multiple roles in fundraising and development, notably as a Development Officer at Regions Hospital, where significant fundraising achievements were made. Isabel holds a Master of Education from the University of St. Thomas and a Bachelor of Arts in Organizational Communication from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.
St. Thomas More Catholic School
MISSION: St. Thomas More Catholic School is a vibrant, student-centered community built on shared faith, service, and academic excellence. PHILOSOPHY: St. Thomas More Catholic School prepares students to be leaders in a changing world through an interdisciplinary, literacy-based education built upon three pillars: Shared Faith * educates students about the Catholic faith * promotes Christian values * inspires students to work for peace and justice * builds within each child a commitment to living an active faith life Service * educates students about their local and global communities * promotes service within the school and the larger community * inspires students to volunteer their time, energy, and talent * builds awareness of the world beyond self Academic Excellence * recognizes each student’s skill level and unique abilities * promotes risk-taking and self-directed learning * inspires students to be lifelong learners * builds skills necessary for success in high school and beyond