New president of St. Thomas Aquinas High School appointed

Following a rigorous selection process led by the Board of Limited Jurisdiction of St. Thomas Aquinas High School, Edison, Bishop James F. Checchio is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Kevin Sacco as the next president of the coeducational Catholic high school, effective July 2024. This decision comes after careful consideration and review under the guidance of Board President Father Timothy Christy, and the Board of Limited Jurisdiction.

In separate letters addressed to the St. Thomas Aquinas Community, Bishop Checchio and the Board underscored Sacco’s distinguished background and credentials. With broad experience from the New York City Department of Education and service as a combat veteran in the United States Marine Corps, Sacco brings to his new role a distinctive combination of leadership, educational expertise and commitment to serving and nurturing youth.

Bishop Checchio expressed full confidence in Sacco’s capacity to lead the school forward, stating, “There are wonderful opportunities for St. Thomas Aquinas to shine, and I am confident that Kevin’s background will meet the demands required for the mission to flourish.”

Reflecting on Sacco’s appointment, Barbara Stevens, diocesan superintendent of schools, remarked, “Mr. Kevin Sacco’s appointment as president of St. Thomas Aquinas High School signifies an exciting new chapter for our school community. His commitment to service and pursuit of academic excellence will undoubtedly motivate our students to excel and build.”

Sacco’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Latin and Ancient Greek Philology from the City University of New York, Brooklyn College; a Masters in Philosophy from the University of Dublin, Trinity College in Ireland, and a Masters of Arts in TESOL and Applied Linguistics from Columbia University in New York City.

In his new capacity, Sacco will report to the Board of Limited Jurisdiction and concentrate on advancing the school’s mission of cultivating young leaders who serve others through faith, academic excellence, and respect for each individual’s dignity. His extensive experience, educational background, and dedication to service assure that this appointment will herald a new era for the St. Thomas Aquinas community, promising a bright future for Catholic education and witness.