Villa Duchesne

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Villa Duchesne is an independent, Roman Catholic school in Frontenac, Missouri, United States linked with 147 schools in 30 countries through the International Network of Sacred Heart Schools. Villa Duchesne is coed in preschool and elementary and all-girls in grades 7-12. The preschool/elementary program was formerly called Oak Hill School. The school was named for Sister Rose Philippine Duchesne.[1]

Sport

Villa Duchesne sports include field hockey, volleyball, tennis, lacrosse, soccer, golf, basketball, swimming and diving, cross country, and track and field. In 2010, Villa Duchesne won the MSHSAA golf state championship. Villa Duchesne is also well known for its field hockey program, and the St. Joseph's vs. Villa Duchesne field hockey game is a popular rivalry game.

In 2011, Villa Duchesne captured the Missouri Class 3A Volleyball Championship led by a core group of seniors who helped the team to a 2nd-place finish in 2009.

While Villa's teams compete under the "Saints" name, it is not uncommon to see the school's mascot, Sophie the Squirrel, at home games and meets.

Reigning MSHSAA Field Hockey champions for the 2017 and 2018 seasons, defeating MICDS both years.

Tradition

Villa Duchesne places a large emphasis on tradition, specifically on Sacre Coeur and French tradition. Some traditions are the Saint Start-Up family picnic, may crownings, maypole, veneration of Mater Admirabilis, celebration of feast days, congé, and goûter.[2]

Notable alumni

  • Jacqueline Getty Phillips, Socialite and thoroughbred breeder
  • Dave Holmes, TV personality, actor, blogger, writer
  • Emily W. Murphy, Attorney and Administrator of the General Services Administration
  • Matthew Tkachuk, NHL player for the Florida Panthers[3]
  • Brady Tkachuk, NHL player for the Florida Panthers[3]

References

  1. 1.Sandweiss, Lee Ann (2000). Seeking St. Louis: Voices from a River City, 1670-2000. Missouri History Museum. ISBN 978-1-883982-11-9.
  2. 2."School Traditions". Villa Duchesne. Retrieved May 30, 2026.
  3. 3.[3.2]"Stuck with the Tkachuks: Chris Weinke Helps Matthew and Brady Run Football Drills". YouTube. Sportsnet. June 23, 2020. Archived from the original on July 12, 2023. Retrieved July 28, 2026.