WHY THEY TEACH AT IWA

Every educator has a unique reason for entering the profession. In celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week, we asked our teachers why they teach and what it means to them.

To all of those that inspire us to learn, strive for our very best, and dig deeper than we ever thought we could, we'd like to say thank you for doing all that you do daily.

View Video: Happy Teacher Appreciation Week

It's an exciting time to be a part of the IWA Community. Now's the time to ask a friend to join us as we expand our Elementary Level with a new Traditional Pre-K program for 3 year olds, new Atrium for the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Program, new wireless computer lab, new memorial rosary garden, and a new 14,000 square foot Montessori Building. Share our Elementary Level Expansion webpage so others can find out how we're making our school even better!

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OUR SUMMER CAMPS

IWA's summer camps allow students to practice positive attitudes, leadership skills, pride of accomplishment, loyalty to others, and self-discipline. They also encourage cooperation and teamwork, while also having tons of fun! Check back for more camp dates as they are being added.

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"COCO" AUTHOR VISITS IWA

Elementary and Middle Level students welcomed author and Corpus Christi native Diana Lopez, who recently penned the novelization of the hit Disney-Pixar film "Coco," to our campus on May 3rd. During her visit, Angels asked the author an array of questions including how she became an author, what her favorite series of books are, what her favorite Corpus Christi restaurant is, and if there was a possibility IWA may be a featured location in her next novel. After the Q&A session, Lopez signed copies of her novels and took pictures with little Angels.

Campus News: "Coco" Author Visits IWA

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Angels in the News: South Texas Catholic

BLESSING OF THE ICONS

Middle Level eighth graders completed the final step in the writing of their Icons as they were blessed by Fr. Matthew during Mass on May 4th in the IWA Chapel. Throughout their semester-long spiritual journey, students worked diligently on their Icons which represent the many forms of prayer including humility, trust, faithfulness, and perseverance.

View Photos: Middle Level Blessing of Icons

TRACK & FIELD ATHLETES

PLACE AT TAPPS STATE MEET

Congratulations to all of our High School Level track & field athletes who competed in the TAPPS 5A State Meet from May 4th-5th at Midway High School in Waco.

TAPPS 5A State Meet Results

Mary Ann Fergie: 4th Place 100 Meter Hurdles (Personal Record), 4th Place Pole Vault, 7th Place (tied) High Jump

Paxton Longwell: 4th Place Pole Vault

Joseph Nicholson: 5th Place (tied) Pole Vault

Evangelino Pangilinan: 6th Place Shot Put (School Record)

Remy Ellison: 7th Place 4 X 400 Meter Relay

Elizabeth Nicholson: 7th Place 4 X 400 Meter Relay

Anna Simank: 7th Place 4 X 400 Meter Relay

Khelsey Smith: 7th Place 4 X 400 Meter Relay

William Pettus: 800 Meters

HISTORY COMES ALIVE

AT LIVING WAX MUSEUM

History came alive as fifth graders were transformed into living exhibits during the Elementary Level's Living Wax Museum on May 8th in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center. As little Angels and parents toured the museum, students presented biographies on several iconic individuals in history such as the Wright Brothers, Jackie and John Kennedy, Stephen F. Austin, Georgia O'Keefe, and many more.

View Photos: Living Wax Museum

EIGHTH GRADERS ENJOY CAMPING TRIP IN BRENHAM

Middle Level eighth graders ventured to Brenham on the school's annual outdoor camping trip at the Outdoor School's Camp-for-All from May 7th-9th. Throughout their 3-day experience, Angels kayaked, performed archery, and took daily excursions enjoying the beautiful nature surrounding them.

View Photos: Eighth Grade Camping Trip

SOCCER AND SERVICE

Senior Hamilton Lee signed a National Letter of Intent to play for Virginia Military Institute's Division I NCAA soccer program on May 1st. A lead scorer for the High School Level boys' soccer team, Hamilton has consistently maintained an excellent academic record while also proving himself to be a dominant force on the field. Hamilton chose VMI as a way to play NCAA soccer while also preparing for officer training in the United States Armed Forces.

View Photos: Hamilton Lee Signs Letter of Intent

Angels in the News: KIII-TV—Channel 3

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Angels in the News: South Texas Catholic

LAST BOARD MEETING

Our School Board of Directors for the 2017-2018 school year held their last meeting on May 7th in the High School Level Library Media Resource Center. Thank you for all that you do for our school and for continuing to serve the mission and vision of the Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament.

View Photo: IWA School Board Final Meeting

STUDENTS GATHER

FOR FINAL PEP RALLY

There was much to celebrate during the final pep rally of the year which was hosted in the Mother Patricia Gunning Gymnasium on May 2nd. The pep rally kicked off with the High School Level cheerleaders recognizing their senior members and team captains with each receiving a bouquet of roses. The cheerleaders would then go on to recognize Elementary and Middle Level PSIA Academic Meet competitors, TAPPS Academic team members, as well as several High School Level sports teams. The pep rally concluded with games and the cheerleaders throwing bags of candy into the rambunctious crowd of students.

View Photos: Campus-Wide Pep Rally

ELEMENTARY LEVEL CELEBRATES DURING FINAL FRIDAY ASSEMBLY

Elementary Level students, parents, and faculty attended a First Friday Assembly on May 4th in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center. During the assembly, students were surprised with an appearance from H-E-Buddy who was in attendance to present first grader Noah De La Garza with the H-E-B Buddy League Student Advocate Award. Noah, a shining example of good behavior, friendship, and inclusion, received the anti-bullying award after being nominated by his teacher, Mrs. Sandra Ledesma. The school also recognized birthdays in May, Accelerated Reader student achievements, as well as those who competed in this year's Private School Interscholastic Association Academic Meet.

View Photos: May First Friday Assembly

ANGELS SING THE HITS DURING MUSICAL HISTORY REVUE

Middle and High School Level thespians put on a fantastic performance during this year's Musical Theatre History Revue on May 1st in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center. Angels wowed with renditions of Broadway classics from Mama Mia, Grease, Annie, The Greatest Showman, Hercules, Aladdin, and much more. The evening was capped off with an emotional sendoff from Mr. Montgomery as he sang the song "For Good" from Wicked in honor of his senior students.

View Photos: Musical Theatre History Revue

VARSITY BASEBALL KNOCKS OUT ANOTHER AMAZING SEASON

The varsity baseball team's season came to an end during game two of a best-of-three series with the very strong Houston Lutheran South Academy on May 3rd at Flour Bluff High School's Hornet Stadium. Securing an undefeated district season of 6-0, our hats are off to seniors Evangelino Pangilinan, Jeremiah Ramirez, Eric Rodriguez, and Robert Walsh who all played their final game as Angels. Way to go, Angels!

Angels in the News: Corpus Christi Caller-Times

MIDDLE LEVEL CELEBRATES

THE VIRGIN MARY DURING MASS

In celebration of our beloved Virgin Mary, Middle Level students, faculty, and staff celebrated Mass during the school's Crowning of Mary in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center. on May 11th. In lieu of flowers, students brought baby items such as bottles, wipes, diapers, and bibs to donate to the Corpus Christi Hope House, a nonprofit organization that provides shelter and assistance for mothers and their children in need.

View Photos: Middle Level Crowning of Mary

RELIGIOUS STUDIES CLASSES DISPLAY FAITH DURING FINALS

Freshmen students in Sr. Judith Marie's Religious Studies classes presented their beautifully constructed Faith Shields to classmates on May 8th. Their final project for the year, Angels used the shields to express their personality and spirituality, explained which fruits and gifts of the Holy Spirit they live out the most, and said how they contribute to IWA.

View Photos: Religious Studies Faith Shields

THE CLASS OF 2023

The Middle Level hosted a special student luncheon for the eighth grade class to congratulate them as they finish up their final days as middle schoolers on May 10th in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center. The Class of 2023 was welcomed to a delicious spread of Italian cuisine, a bar with a variety of ice cream flavors and toppings, and a slideshow presentation featuring students next to their baby pictures to show just how far they have come.

View Photos: Eighth Grade Student Luncheon

SENIOR RECEIVES $5,000

MISS BUC DAYS SCHOLARSHIP

Congratulations to senior Ashley Elliott who made first runner-up in this year's Miss Buc Days Queen Scholarship Program and was awarded a $5,000 scholarship! Throughout the six month program, Ashley has shown her prowess as a young leader within her community by participating in several civil and business development opportunities. We are so proud of her.

View Photos: Miss Buc Days Scholarship Winner

Angels in the News: KIII-TV—Channel 3

MIDDLE LEVEL STUDENTS ENJOY

ROOT BEER FLOAT SCIENCE LAB

Sixth graders in Mrs. Hill's science class pondered the age old question, "ice cream then root beer, or vice versa?" during their Crazy Root Beer Science Lab on May 10th. Ultimately, Angels learned a valuable lesson about solids, liquids, and gasses: they are delicious! Thank you to Melissa and Jim Nesheim who won this Spirit Auction Prize during this year's Paradise Island Gala.

View Photos: Crazy Root Beer Float Science Lab

GAME, SET, MATCH!

Congratulations to our varsity tennis team members who made it all the way to the quarterfinals of this year's TAPPS Championships. Sophomore Sofia Alexander and senior Joyce Hunsaker represented the girls in the doubles event and freshman Pranai Reddy represented the boys in singles competition. A special recognition goes to Joyce who also made this year's TAPPS Academic All-State team. Way to go, Angels!

MIDDLE LEVEL INDUCTS

NEW NJHS MEMBERS

A total of 16 sixth and seventh graders were inducted into the National Junior Honor Society on May 11th during a ceremony in the school's James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center. With several students, family members, and staff in attendance, new and current members received certificates honoring their accomplishments after all five candles representing the NJHS core values had been lit.

View Photos: NJHS Induction Ceremony

STUDENTS CELEBRATE END

OF YEAR WITH FISH FRY

To celebrate the end of their semester, Mr. Vasquez's High School Level Aquatic Science class was treated to a delicious fish fry outside of the Angel Avenue Student Center on May 11th.

View Photos: Aquatic Science Fish Fry

STUDENTS MAKE MEMORIES DURING MIDDLE LEVEL PICNIC

Before the school year comes to an end, Middle Level students enjoyed an afternoon full of fun, music, and games during the annual student picnic on May 11th under the IWA Pavilion. With the picnic serving as the last official day for houses to earn points, Angels participated in several games in a last ditch effort to get ahead. Congratulations to the winning house, Altruismo! They will be celebrating with a house celebration at 3:00 p.m. on May 16th at the Austin Street Athletic Complex.

View Photos: Middle Level Student Picnic

OUR 2018-2019 CALENDAR

Our 2018-2019 Academic Calendar is now available for download as a PDF document. Please visit our online Campus Calendar as items get added for the upcoming school year. Individual school calendars will be uploaded to the Elementary, Middle, and High School Level calendars.

Download PDF: 2018-2019 Academic Calendar