OUR VISION HAS

BECOME A REALITY!

Incarnate Word Academy is proud to announce the groundbreaking of our new Montessori building. This 14,000 square foot structure is Phase II of our Enlighten, Inspire & Strengthen Campaign's Elementary Level expansion project. The groundbreaking ceremony will begin at 2:00 p.m. on May 22nd under the IWA pavilion.

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FIRST GRADER WINS NATIONAL HANDWRITING CONTEST

Maria Julieta Brusco was recognized in front of fellow Elementary Level students on May 12th. She won the Grand National Champion Award in the first grade category of the 2017 Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest. In addition, kindergartner Jaelynne Wall, fourth grader Austin Wesselski, and fifth grader Suzette Torres were recognized as state winners in the contest.

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View Photos: Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest Assembly

SENIORS PASS OFF LEADERSHIP AT RING AND ROSE CEREMONY

The senior class passed down their leadership to the junior class at the High School Level's Ring and Rose Mass and Ceremony on May 12th. Following Mass, class rings and students were blessed. Seniors also serenaded the audience with their class song.

View Photos: Ring and Rose Mass and Ceremony

EIGHTH GRADERS ENJOY STUDENT LUNCHEON

The Middle Level and PTO held a student luncheon for the eighth grade class to congratulate them as they finish their final days as middle schoolers.

View Photos: Eighth Grade Student Luncheon

CROSS COUNTRY RUNNER SIGNS WITH SCHREINER UNIVERSITY

Senior Jacob Gonzalez signed a letter of intent on May 11th with Schreiner University to run in the men's cross country team. Having recently competed at the 2017 TAPPS State Track and Field Championship in Waco, Jacob placed eighth in the men's 1600-meter relay race. Jacob earned his opportunity to compete at the state level when he placed fourth at the TAPPS' Regional Track and Field Meet in San Antonio.

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View Photos: Senior Jacob Gonzalez Signs Letter of Intent

LITTLE ANGELS ATTEND

MINI CHEERLEADING CAMP

Several Elementary Level students cheered their way through last week during a mini cheer camp hosted by members of the High School Level Cheerleading squad. After completion of the weeklong camp, Little Angels were awarded certificates for "dance dive," "most spirited," "best facial expressions" as well as a certificate for the girl who portrayed kindness, helpfulness, and the best character.

View Photos: Mini Cheer Camp

STUDENTS THANKFUL DURING TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK

Our IWA Angels had lots to say during Teacher Appreciation Week! We are so grateful for the commitment and dedication shown by our teachers each and every day.

We Love Our Incarnate Word Academy Teachers!

View Video: Teacher Appreciation Week

RETIREMENT PARTY CELEBRATING MRS. JANICE JOHNSON'S 30 YEARS AT IWA

Join us as we celebrate Mrs. Janice Johnson's 30 years of service at Incarnate Word Academy. There will be a retirement party at 4:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 17th in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center.

Mrs. Johnson's Retirement Party

MIDDLE LEVEL STUDENTS CREATE RUBE GOLDBERG MACHINES

Sixth grade students exercised their STEM skills by presenting their own Rube Goldberg machines. Each student used a variety of objects to do something simple in a complex way.

View Photos: Middle Level Rube Goldberg Machines

GOLFERS PLACE AT TAPPS

STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

It has been a phenomenal year for the varsity golf team at IWA! Congratulations to both William Teichman IV who received second place and Mikaela Rendon who received sixth place at the TAPPS State Golf Championship on May 2nd.

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View Photos: TAPPS State Golf Championship

SCHOOL ASSEMBLY HONORS MOMS & WELCOMES H-E-BUDDY

Elementary Level students, parents, and faculty attended an assembly on May 5th in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center. The school celebrated Mother's Day by having students dressed as caped crusaders reading why they call their mothers superheroes. In addition, students sang a sweet rendition of the Spanish classic, "De Colores." The assembly ended with a surprise visit from H-E-Buddy, who was in attendance to present second grader Emily Swenson with the H-E-B League Student Advocate Award. Emily, a shining example of good behavior, received the anti-bullying award after being nominated by her teacher Mrs. Sarah Smith.

View Photos: Elementary Level Assembly

EIGHTH GRADERS ENJOY CAMPING TRIP

Middle Level eighth graders ventured on a camping and environmental awareness experience from May 8th through 10th at Camp Champion's Camp-for-All, near Burton. Throughout their 3-day experience, Angels zip-lined, performed archery, and took daily excursions enjoying the beautiful nature surrounding them. The program is conducted by the Outdoor School, which is based at Camp Champions.

View Photos: Eighth Grade Camping Trip

TRACK AND FIELD ATHLETES PLACE AT TAPPS STATE MEET

Congratulations to all of the High School Level students who placed at the TAPPS State Track and Field Championship from May 5th-6th at Clyde Hart Track and Field Stadium in Waco. With over 20 students placing during the competition, several athletes returned home with medals and new personal records.

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ELEMENTARY LEVEL SWIM CLUB WRAPS UP SCHOOL YEAR

The Elementary Level swim club has had a successful first season. Lessons began back in September and will continue until the last Wednesday of the school year from 5:00-6:00 p.m. at the Del Mar Natatorium. At lessons, some members of the varsity swim team have volunteered to help the younger students in the water. This year, the swim club has competed in three meets. There will be one more meet on the last Wednesday of the school year. Coach Myra "Mic" Nelson said that students are not required to know how to swim prior to swim club lessons. However, they must be able to get in the water, willing to put their face in, and stand on their own. Parents are also welcome to join their child in the water. Lessons are ongoing until the end of the school year. At the beginning of the next school year, parents will be notified regarding the next start date. For more information, contact Coach Nelson at nelsonmy@iwacc.org.

STUDENT RECEIVES SPECIAL AWARD AT STATE HISTORY FAIR

Eighth grader Lauren Grace Higdon received several special recognitions at the Texas History Day State Level Fair held on April 29th at the University of Texas and Bob Bullock State History Museum in Austin. The annual event gives students the opportunity to choose historical topics connected to the National History Day theme, "Taking a Stand in History," and conduct extensive primary and secondary research on their topic. Grace won a first place ribbon at the state fair as well as two medals: one for outstanding regional entry and the other for being a state qualifier.

VARSITY BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL RECAP

Making it all the way to district and regional playoffs respectively, the Angel varsity baseball and softball teams went out swinging with another great season under their belts.

The boys' softball team knocked it out of the park during district play with wins against Victoria's St. Joseph (12-4 and 7-4), St. Augustine Catholic (11-1 and 10-0), and St. John Paul II (2-0 and 5-4).

In their district opener, the girls' varsity softball team was able to rally against St. John Paul II with back-to-back home runs for a score of 11-7. The Lady Angels maintained their momentum with a 5-0 record in district play leading them a regional championship round game.

Both teams' seasons came to an end on May 4, 2017.

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CELEBRATION HELD IN CATECHESIS OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD CLASSES 

As the end of the school year is near, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd classes celebrated with a beautiful contemplation of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. Students spent the year in active prayers and reflections on Scripture, liturgy, and the cycle of the liturgical year. 

SIXTH AND SEVENTH GRADERS ENJOY FIELD TRIPS

The Middle Level Social Studies and History Department recently took sixth and seventh-graders on a field trip to the University of San Antonio's Institute of Texan Cultures. The museum stands to educate visitors about the heritage of Texas settlers, explain the state's diverse culture, and give a voice to those who have called the state home for so long. 

View Photos: Seventh Graders Visit Institute of Texan Cultures

View Photos: Sixth Graders Visit Institute of Texan Cultures

MR. GRESSET FAVORITE TEACHER AND BOOK FAIR RECAP 

The Campus-Wide Book Fair, which was held at Barnes and Noble from May 5-6, successfully raised over $1,700 to be donated to both of IWA's Library Media Resource Centers. During the course of the book fair, it was announced that Mr. Ronald Gressett had won the Barnes and Noble My Favorite Teacher Award. Gressett was nominated for the award by Alison Duncan, who submitted an essay to the contest aimed at recognizing inspirational and committed teachers within the community.

View Photos: Campus-Wide Barnes and Noble Book Fair

MUSICAL THEATRE HISTORY REVUE TO PROVIDE FAMILY FUN

The High School Level theatre arts department will showcase a Musical Theatre History Revue on May 18th at 7:00 p.m. in the Mother Patricia Gunning Gymnasium. Admission will be free.

FRESHMEN PARTICIPATE IN CROWNING OF MARY

With May being the month in which we celebrate the Blessed Virgin Mary, High School Level students participated in the Crowning of Mary on May 9th.

View Photos: High School Level Crowning of Mary

SEVENTH GRADERS DISCUSS BATTLE OF SAN JACINTO

Mrs. Brandy Calhoun's seventh grade Texas History class recently participated in a problem-based project focused on the Battle of San Jacinto, the decisive battle of the Texas Revolution. The heart of the project had students create elaborate disguises within their group, trying to analyze the question: Could the Texas Revolution have ended differently if General Antonio López de Santa Anna had a more elaborate disguise and successfully escaped his capture?

View Photos: Middle Level San Jacinto Activity

RABBI VISITS WITH RELIGIOUS STUDIES CLASSROOM

Rabbi Ilan Emanuel visited the seniors in Sr. Raquel's religious studies class on May 3rd to discuss the history of Judaism with students. While Angels passed around copies of the Torah, Rabbi Ilan answered students' questions about the similarities and differences between Christianity and Judaism, the three branches of Judaism (Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform), as well as the spiritual significance of male Jews wearing a Kippot, commonly known as a Yamaka.

View Photos: Rabbi Ilan Emanuel Visits Religious Studies IV Class

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

As we near the end of the school year, please take note of the following event dates.

May 15: HS Celebration of Achievement Awards

May 16: Senior Retreat

May 18: Musical Theatre History Revue

May 19: EL End of the Year Picnic and Field Day

May 23: EL First Holy Communion Celebration

May 24: Kindergarten Graduation Mass

May 25: Fifth Grade Graduation Mass

May 25: Eighth Grade Graduation Mass

May 26: Last Day of School

May 26: Senior Graduation Mass