INVITE A FAMILY TO ANGELTALK

Know someone who is interested in learning about the exceptional scholastic opportunities that Incarnate Word Academy has to offer? IWA welcomes new, prospective families (age 3 – 12th Grade) to attend its second annual AngelTALK on October 17th. This event will include a panel discussion with students, administration, alumni, and current/past parents talking about their experiences at IWA and answering questions for audience members. IWA will be giving away three (3) $1,000 tuition vouchers to prospective families at each campus level. This drawing will be for new families only. Families participating in the raffle must be present to enter for a chance to win.

Learn More: IWA AngelTALK

JOIN US FOR THE

BLESSING & DEDICATION

Please mark your calendars and plan on joining us! A Dedication Ceremony will be held for IWA's brand new Catherine & Bob Hilliard Montessori Building and the school's new Memorial Rosary Garden on Wednesday, September 26th at 9:00 a.m.

A special blessing by Bishop Wm. Michael Mulvey will follow the ceremony.

September 26th: Catherine & Bob Hilliard Montessori Building Blessing and Dedication

SUPPORT CBFB DURING HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL FOOD DRIVE

In support of our local Coastal Bend Food Bank, the High School Level will be hosting a food drive through September 21st. Any nonperishable food items can be donated. The grade level that brings in the most food items will receive an extended lunch period in October. Food items can be dropped off at the following High School classrooms:

Freshmen: Room 106
Sophomores: Room 101
Juniors: Room 102

Seniors: Room 108

GIVE BACK BY BUYING A BOOK

A Middle and High School Level Book Fair will be held on September 22nd from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Barnes & Noble in Corpus Christi, located at 5129 Blanche Moore Dr. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the High School & Middle Level's Library Media Resource Center.

September 22nd: Barnes & Noble Book Fair

Download Vouchers: Barnes & Noble Book Fair

ELEMENTARY LEVEL TO ENCHANT CAMPUS DURING BOOK FAIR

Prepare to be magically whisked away during the Elementary Level's Enchanted Forest Scholastic Book Fair, beginning September 24th in the school's S.T.E.M. Lab. This year's Book Fair will feature books and gifts for Angels of all ages with a percentage of purchases benefiting the Elementary Level Library Media Resource Center.

September 24th: Elementary Level Scholastic Book Fair

MORP DANCE RESCHEDULED

Reminder to students and parents, the High School Level MORP Dance was rescheduled for September 21st.

September 21st: High School Level MORP Dance

ANGELS AND THE SPURS

The varsity boys' basketball team will take on Awty International, the same night the San Antonio Spurs compete against the Dallas Mavericks: AND ON THE SAME COURT TOO!

Purchase your tickets today to see both the Angels and the Spurs play on October 29th at the AT&T Center in San Antonio. Ticket prices start at only $17!

If you are interested in tickets, email Coach Doug Nichols at nicholsd@iwacc.org and let us know how many tickets you would like to purchase.
 
October 29th: Angels and San Antonio Spurs

ANGELS ATTEND DIOCESAN

BACK-TO-SCHOOL MASS

IWA fifth, eighth, and 12th grade students processed into the Corpus Christi Cathedral during the Diocese of Corpus Christi's annual Back-to-School Mass on September 5th. During his homily, Bishop Wm. Michael Mulvey encouraged students to venture through the new school year with Jesus in their hearts and minds.

Media Gallery: Diocesan Back-to-School Mass

Angels in the News: KIII-TV—Channel 3

SIXTH-GRADERS CHAT WITH
DR. BEN CARSON VIA SYKPE

Middle Level sixth grade students in Mrs. Page's English class were able to speak with former United States Presidential candidate and current Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Dr. Ben Carson during a Skype call on September 17th. Students have been reading the autobiography "Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story," in their English class, and were able to ask Carson questions about his book and discuss details pertaining to his academic and medical career paths.

Media Gallery: Middle Level Ben Carson Call

FB Live: Middle Level Ben Carson Call

TAKING A BIG STEP FORWARD

In a continuing effort to provide college preparedness events and activities for IWA families, the High School Level hosted its annual College Fair with over 40 colleges and universities in attendance on September 17th in the school's Mother Patricia Gunning Gymnasium.

As school application and selection processes become more competitive and expensive, IWA is committed to providing students with as many college preparatory resources as possible, including access to Naviance, our comprehensive college planning and readiness resource. In addition, students are able to attend weekly college representative visits, application workshops, and presentations on how to complete students' Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

Media Gallery: College Fair

Angels in the News: South Texas Catholic

Upcoming College Visits:
September 19th: St. Edward's University

September 19th: Trinity University

September 20th: St. Mary's University

September 20th: University of Houston

October 17th: University of Texas RGV

October 31st: Texas A&M University — CC

ELEMENTARY LEVEL STUDENTS CELEBRATE THEIR HERITAGE

Elementary Level – Montessori students in Mrs. James' MES class had a fun time researching their family trees and presenting their findings to classmates on September 6th. Angels shared the history of their lineages as well as some delicious family recipes and snacks directly connected to their heritage.

Media Gallery: Elementary Level Heritage Day

MIDDLE LEVEL RECEIVES A

"HEAD'S UP" DURING ASSEMBLY

Middle Level students weren't given the "heads up" until the end of their House System Assembly that they would be getting a special visit on September 7th. After coming up with cheers and inducting a few new members into their houses, Angels were escorted to the IWA Austin Street Athletic Complex where four colorful care packages were dropped via helicopter: the students' brand new house bracelets!

Media Gallery: Middle Level House Assembly

FB Live: Middle Level House Assembly

Angels in the News: KIII-TV—Channel 3

LADY ANGELS AND SAN ANTONIO SPURS TO SHARE THE COURT

The Lady Angel varsity basketball team invites you to watch them take on San Antonio Christian in a rematch from last year's TAPPS 5A State Finals Championship game on December 15th at the AT&T Center in San Antonio.

Those who buy tickets will also be able to check out the San Antonio Spurs vs. the Chicago Bulls that same night!

Ticket prices range from $27-$45 for second level seating and begin at $90 for lower level seating.

If you are interested in tickets, email ladyangels@iwacc.org or contact Coach Malcolm Smith at 361-883-0857 ext. 172 and let us know how many you would like to purchase.

December 15th: Lady Angels and Spurs Games

FIESTA PROVIDES

FUN FOR ANGELS

Elementary Level families joined the party at the school's playground during the Family Fun Fiesta on September 7th. Families enjoyed several local food truck vendors and quality playtime with their little Angels.

Media Gallery: Family Fun Fiesta

WHAT GOES UP COMES DOWN

High School Level Students in Mrs. Quintana's Introduction to Engineering class put their S.T.E.M. skills to the test on September 7th in the school's outdoor pavilion where they tested the descent time of their very own handcrafted flight vessels. Students used everyday items like paper plates, rubber bands, and balloons to create their vessels and had a blast in the process.

Media Gallery: Intro to Engineering Flight Project

ANGELS GIVE STUDENT COUNCIL SPEECHES DURING ASSEMBLY

The Elementary Level student body gathered for their September First Friday Assembly on September 7th in the James R. Dougherty, Jr. Center. During the assembly, students celebrated Accelerated Reader achievements, the winner of the Fall Fun Night t-shirt art contest was announced, and there was a special musical performance courtesy of Sr. Elizabeth's class. Student Council candidates finished up the assembly by courageously presenting their speeches to run for office.

Student Council Officers:

President: Adelynn Aleman
Vice President: Jacob Hawkins

Secretary: Talon Chanyaman
Treasurer: Alessandra Dalton

Class Representatives:

Fifth Grade: Kameron Fernandez & Celina Sosa

Fourth Grade: Raylen Doherty

Third Grade: Arisela Perez

MES: Avery Nerios

MEJ1: Tobin Hilliard
MEJ2: Elise Rybalka

Media Gallery: Elementary Level Friday Assembly

LADY ANGELS' SENIOR AND PARENT APPRECIATION DAY

MIDDLE LEVEL STUDENTS LEARN ABOUT AMAZING SOCIAL SKILLS

Sixth and seventh graders got the chance to meet with Frank McMillan, an author and professor at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, during their Amazing Skills class on September 14th. McMillan spoke with students about several of the books he's written, how to get better at public speaking, and which social skills make up a more confident person.

Media Gallery: Amazing Skills Guest Speaker

LITTLE ANGELS COME TOGETHER TO OBSERVE 9/11 ANNIVERSARY

Elementary Level - Montessori students in Mrs. Rivera's MEJ2 class put on a play reminding Angels how Americans came together with courage and love to help one another on September 11th.

Media Gallery: Elementary Level 9/11 Play

A&M PROFESSOR TALKS FUN IN THE LAB DURING PHYSICS CLASS

Mrs. Duzich's eighth grade science classes welcomed Dr. Barbara Szczerbinska, a current professor at Texas A&M University — Corpus Christi, to the Middle Level to share her passion for Physics and careers in the sciences on September 17th. After learning about the building blocks of the universe, students discussed where a degree in physics could take them. From medical physics to astrophysics, to optics, the list was vast and inspiring.

Media Gallery: Middle Level Guest Speaker