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“Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you.”
—Thessalonians 3:16
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Letter from the Vice Principal | |
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This week I live in a house divided. While some people in my home have enough good sense to root for the Apaches always, others work for the Marianists, the religious order who founded and sponsor our biggest rival school. Others still are only seven years old, and trying to make up their minds. The cats are 50:50. Such is my plight.
In the Gospel of Matthew Jesus said “no town or house divided against itself will stand,” a sentiment presidential scholars will recall Abraham Lincoln echoed in a famous 1858 speech. Or perhaps more famously, Seinfeld fans well know that “a George divided against itself, cannot stand.” So far my home has mostly been fine.
Among the many competitive events filling our calendar this week, two clearly stand out. The first is our Regional Volleyball Playoff game vs. Houston - St. Agnes on Saturday at noon, right on our home court. The other is our “circle the calendar” matchup Friday night versus long-time rival Central Catholic. We hope you can join us for both!
Regarding our big rivalry game (or any competitive event for that matter)…the only way we really lose, the only way our house falls…is if we choose to make the game bigger than our purpose. And our purpose is to love and glorify God in all we do. Most of us know someone on the other side. Let’s not let our desire for the emotion and fun of rivalry cloud the fact that everyone present in that stadium is a neighbor, old or current friend, may even live in your house, and if nothing else, is certainly a brother or sister in Christ.
I'm all for spirited passion so long as we remember we are all representatives of our Catholic school. Generally speaking, if we’re mindful of our language and remember to be respectful of all players, teams, schools and officials, as people of God, we're usually pretty safe. When you stop and think about it….just reading that sentence…seems like it shouldn’t be a big ask for any community, but especially ours. Bring the pride, bring the energy, bring the passion. And bring the Lord.
Let’s go pick up some DUB’s this weekend and have a blast doing it!
Roll Tribe.
Mr. Duarte
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Save the Date: 15th Annual Heritage Gala
Diamonds and Dreams | April 5, 2025 | Red Berry Estate
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We’re excited to invite you to save the date for our upcoming Diamonds & Dreams Gala on April 5, 2025, at the beautiful Red Berry Estate. This year’s gala is a special celebration as Antonian marks 60 years of faith, excellence, and community. | |
Included in this week's newsletter. | |
- New! Student Highlights
- New! Special Screening
- New! Veteran's Day Prayer Service
- New! Thanksgiving Drive
- Thanksgiving Luncheon
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- Volunteer Opportunities
- Updated! Counseling Corner
- Fall Semester Exam Schedule
- Updated! Lunch Menu
- Varsity Tutors
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Varsity Football
Last Friday, the Apache Football team secured the win over Concordia Lutheran and was named District Champions.
The Apaches earn a bye in the Area round of playoffs. Congratulations to the team and coaches!
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Varsity Volleyball
The Lady Apache Varsity Volleyball team advances to Regionals with a win over St. Pius on Tuesday. The Apaches will face St. Agnes tomorrow at noon for a spot in the TAPPS 6A State Tournament.
Best of luck Apaches!
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Apache swimmers competed over the weekend at the David Johnson Invitational. Congratulations to the swimmers that made it to the finals. The Apache Swim team will compete this weekend at Battle at the Crown! | |
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Addressing Youth Mental Health in the Digital Age: Screenagers Documentary
Thursday, November 14th, St. Paul Catholic Church, 1201 Donaldson Avenue San Antonio, TX 78228
The Congregational Collective in partnership with the H.E. Butt Foundation is proud to host a screening of the award-winning documentary Screenagers. This thought-provoking film examines the intricate dynamics of family life, addressing the conflicts that arise between parents and children regarding social media, video games, academics, and internet addiction. Through the lens of authors, psychologists, and brain scientists, Screenagers sheds light on how screen-time affects children's development while offering valuable strategies for adults to help empower youth in navigating the digital landscape and achieving balance in their lives.
Following the screening, we will host an engaging panel discussion, featuring clinicians specializing in youth mental health, a church leader, a parent, a youth, and a school administrator providing diverse perspectives on this critical issue.
• Matt Rosas, M. Ed., CSC, Director of Counseling and Student Services, Department of Catholic Schools, Archdiocese of San Antonio
• Ivette Sanchez, Texas Afterschool Centers on Education (ACE) Coordinator, San Antonio ISD
• Jessica Knudsen, CEO & President, Clarity Child Guidance Center
• Parent Voice
• Teen Voice
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Veteran's Day
Prayer Service
Monday, November 11, 2024 | 8:00 a.m.
Antonian Chapel of the Saints
Please check in with the front office and then proceed to the Chapel.
As an Antonian family, we wish to honor our veterans on National Veterans Day by praying for them and their families. We invite all veterans within our ACP community, along with their families, to join us for a brief prayer service.
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Drama Community Show - Hamlet OAP
The Drama Department is putting on a community show, showcasing their One Act Play - Hamlet. This show is for families and friends who were unable to travel to Austin during competition. The show will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 12 in the Auditorium.
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Antonian Commitment Day
We invite you to help celebrate our student athletes that are participating in Commitment Day. This day is dedicated to those that received a commitment to play a sport (other than football) to a NCAA Division I or Division II school, or in one of the service academies.
If you have questions or would like your paperwork to be reviewed, please reach out to the athletic office. No later than Monday, November 11.
The Commitment ceremonies will use the following dates for the 2024-2025 school year:
November 13, 2024 | Start of early period for student-athletes commitment day specifically for basketball of all other sports (NCAA Division I and Division II) other than NCAA Division I football.
December 4, 2024 | Start of early period for student-athletes commitment day for NCAA Division I and II football.
February 5, 2025 | Start of regular period for student-athletes commitment day for NCAA Division I and II football.
April 16, 2025 | Start of regular period for student athletes commitment day for basketball or all other sports not specifically included in one of previous dates (school wide). NCAA Divisions I, II, III, NAIA, and walk-ons.
If you have or are an athlete that falls into the November 13 signing period qualifications, please reply to a message from the athletic office.
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Ticket Deadline Approaching! Thursday, November 14 | |
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SAMMinistries needs volunteers for the 24th Annual Empty Bowls. This beloved community event showcases the incredible talent of local artisans, while increasing awareness of homelessness and food insecurity. The support generated by Empty Bowls helps create a safety net for our most vulnerable neighbors and serves as a reminder of our community’s commitment to overcoming homelessness.
Event date: Sunday, November 17
Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Volunteers needs: Multiple Shifts Available Between 6:00 AM - 4:00 PM
To register as a volunteer, go to this link: https://www.givepulse.com/event/494546-24th-annual-empty-bowls.
Volunteer with us and help us support our most vulnerable neighbors!
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Apply for a Pie
Students interested in being a part of our annual Apply for a Pie celebration this year must be applied and have requested transcripts through Naviance by November 20 to participate. We will have our Apply for a Pie day in early December.
Transcripts
Students, if you are in need of an unofficial transcript please come by the counseling office or email your counselor.
FAQ’s
Parents and students, the answers to the most frequently asked questions in counseling can be found on the website under academic counseling. The FAQ’s are on the left bar of the page.
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Due to the integrity of the exams, no semester exams will be given early. Please plan accordingly. | | |
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Through our Varsity Tutors partnership, they are offering 24/7 access to tutoring, allowing Antonian Students to receive assistance when needed.
In addition to tutoring, students are able to access ACT/SAT prep and AP prep. This resource is designed to support students in their academic journey and help them achieve their best potential.
Earlier in the year, we shared communication on how to access these services. Please click on the link below.
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