Incarnate Word Academy: ANGEL eNEWS

We recently hosted several Word 101 Open House events for families who are interested in attending IWA. We would like to thank our parents, students, faculty, and staff who made this event successful. It’s not too late to invite a friend to tour our campus, meet faculty and staff, and get information about academics, athletics, and tuition assistance. For more information, visit our Admissions webpage.

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Elementary Level WORD 101 Open House
Middle Level WORD 101 Open House
High School Level WORD 101 Open House

High School Level Varsity Swimmers are State Bound

The varsity swim teams will advance to compete at the TAPPS State Swim Meet on February 12, 2016 after qualifying at the TAPPS Regional Swim Meet on January 27, 2016. At regionals, bronze medals were awarded to Elijah Wolfe in the 100 fly; Grace Walsh in the 100 free; and Grace, Carolina Munoz, Payton Vicknair, and Clarie Walsh in the 400 free relay. The girls’ team finished just 12 points behind Austin St. Michaels to take fourth place. The boys’ team received fifth place behind Austin Regents.

Students to Compete in District Academic Meet

A total of 38 middle level students will travel to Victoria on February 13, 2016 to compete in the Private Schools Interscholastic Association (PSIA) District Academic Meet. The students will compete in several categories including: calculator applications; dictionary skills; impromptu speaking; listening skills; maps, graphs and charts; modern oratory; number sense; on-site drawing; poetry interpretation; mathematics; ready writing; science; spelling; and vocabulary.

Elementary Level Names Science Fair Winners

The elementary level science fair was held in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center on February 2, 2016. Kindergarten through fifth grade students created display boards on various topics. The top three finishers in each grade level will be eligible to participate in the Diocesan Science Fair later this spring semester.

Kindergarten Winners	Third Grade Winners
First Place: Benjamin Anthony	First Place: Dylan Ostos
Second Place: James Gibson	Second Place: Isabella Toth
Third Place: Luke Velleman	Third Place: Quinn Supnet
	Fourth Place: Conagher Mixon

First Grader Winners	Fourth Grade Winners
First Place: Madison Garza	First Place: Alexa Reyes
Second Place: Luke Longoria	Second Place: Christopher Nesheim
Third Place: Kira Luna	Third Place: Gillian Lippincott
Fourth Place: Praxedis Morgan	Fourth Place: Paul McNiff

Second Grade Winners	Fifth Grade Winners
First Place: Grace Vela	First Place: Benjamin Canales
Second Place: Kailani Dawson	Second Place: Clara McCauley
Third Place: Samantha Nerios	Third Place: Chloe Rosales
Fourth Place: Kathryn Velleman	Fourth Place: David Matl

View Photos: Elementary Level Science Fair

IWA Holds Annual Paradise Island Gala at American Bank Center

On February 27, 2016, IWA will host its annual Paradise Island Gala at the American Bank Center at 6:00 p.m. General admission seats are sold for $100 each. Your admission will help us continue to provide a Catholic education that is unparalleled in Corpus Christi. Proceeds benefit every student and faculty member at IWA. Enjoy five spectacular auctions, a scrumptious seated dinner, and great company as we celebrate the Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament and the 145 years since they opened the doors of IWA in Corpus Christi!

Reserve your spot!

Read about our 2016 Honorees

Raffle Contest Information

Did you know?

If every student and faculty member sells their 3 raffle tickets, we will raise more than $55,000
Half of the money raised at your child’s level will go to their PTO
The remaining half will support the Educational Initiatives Fund, which benefits every student and faculty member at IWA
Each student and faculty member have been asked to sell 3 tickets in a 5-week period
We still have 3 weeks to sell those tickets
That is 1 ticket a week
This could be your year … you could be the lucky winner

Honor Roll Students Enjoy Breakfast with Families

The high school level’s National Honor Society hosted a breakfast on January 29, 2016 for second quarter honor roll students and their families.

View Photos: High School Level Honor Roll Breakfast

Middle Level Names Spelling Bee Winner

Eighth grader Claire Thomas earned first place recently at the middle level spelling bee. Her sister, seventh grader Catherine Thomas, received second place. Catherine now qualifies to compete in the South Texas Regional Spelling Bee on February 20, 2016 at the Congressman Solomon P. Ortiz International Center.

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View Photos: Middle Level Spelling Bee

Elementary Level Student Council Hosts Clothing Drive

The elementary level student council is sponsoring a clothing drive as part of the Jubilee Year of Mercy. The student council is accepting donations of gently used or new clothing, socks, shoes, and backpacks for children and adults up until February 16, 2016. These items will be going to the poor and homeless via Catholic Charities.

Students Meet with College Representatives Throughout School Year

An admissions counselor from Texas State University spoke to students on February 4, 2016 about the campus and its majors, clubs, organizations, campus housing, and more. Throughout the school year, IWA is committed to provide students and families with college-planning resources such as visits with college admission representatives, college application nights, financial aid workshops, and other activities. There are several upcoming events planned for students and parents.

February 10, 2016: College Visit: Texas Tech University
February 25, 2016: College Financial Aid Workshop
March 2, 2016: College Financial Aid Workshop

IWA Celebrates National Catholic Schools Week

In celebration of National Catholic Schools Week, several planned events took place such as a prayer service, campus-wide Mass, parent lunches with students, guest speakers, and class projects.

View Media Coverage: Corpus Christi Caller-Times

View Media Coverage: South Texas Catholic

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Elementary Level Celebrates 100 Days of School

Elementary Level students celebrated their 100th day of school on January 29, 2016. Students participated in several activities such as creating capes with 100 items and making 100th day necklaces and crowns.

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School Invites Incoming Ninth Graders to a Special Dinner

All incoming ninth graders for the 2016-2017 school year are invited to a special dinner on February 18, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. in the Angel Avenue Student Center (high school level cafeteria).

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