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SAA’s Class of 2023 “Lifers” (boys who attended San Antonio Academy all 10 years from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade).
Thank you for your confidence and investment in San Antonio Academy.
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Be honest. Be kind. Be the best you can be.
The Business of Building Boys San Antonio Academy 2022-23 Annual Report This report celebrates the impact that your gift has on the boys of San Antonio Academy — past, present and future. Your support helps educate boys for life and prepares each young man to fulfill his noble purpose.
Table of Contents 1
Letter from the Head of School
2
School Leadership
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Tex Hill Scholarship
4
Strength in Numbers
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In Their Own Words
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Congratulations, Class of 2023
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Battalion Commander Spotlight: Lee Brockwell ‘23
10 Class of 2019: Being the Best They Can Be 12 The Academy Fund 17 Other Gifts 18 Ways to Give 19 Faculty and Staff Celebrations 20 Fall Fair 22 SAA Soirée: An Evening Under the Oak 25 Paddles Up 26 Alumni Engagement, Alumni Giving Day 27 Alumni In Memoriam 28 Alumni Awards: Rick Hagemeister, MD ‘60 and Matthew Myers, JD ‘03 30 Parent Involvement at SAA 32 Grandparents and Grandfriends 33 Financial Snapshot San Antonio Academy is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization under the Federal Internal Revenue Code. The Academy, like all independent schools, relies upon charitable gifts in order to carry out its mission at the highest level. At SAA, there is a difference of nearly $3,000 between tuition and the actual cost of educating each student.
San Antonio Academy of Texas offers an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys, Pre-K through 8th grade. San Antonio Academy of Texas 117 East French Place San Antonio, TX 78212 (210) 733-7331 www.sa-academy.org
Letter from
the Head of School
This cannot be a team of common men. You have to be uncommon. – Coach Herb Brooks, Hockey Coach, 1980 Olympic Gold Medal Winning Team USA
Dear Academy Community, Academy Boys are uncommon young men. As they journey through their time at our school, an Academy Boy becomes a scholar, a leader, a young man of integrity, and a brother on whom others can rely. Every Academy Boy comes to understand that the undeterred pursuit of these qualities is uncommon. In an environment intentionally crafted for boys, and with the lessons taught at The Academy and reinforced at home, our Academy Boy recognizes that fulfilling his unique and noble purpose requires numerous skills. Among those are collaboration, teamwork, empathy, a growth mindset, curiosity, kindness, honesty, taking personal responsibility, and a devotion to doing and being his best. It is the exceptional education that he receives that makes The Academy Boy uncommon. It is the buddy program and caring for those “little guys” at lunch that helps The Academy Boy learn and aspire to our uncommon and exceptional leadership and brotherhood. It is the challenging academic program that offers opportunities for public displays of understanding, like our Kindergarten Zootopia performance, our 3rd grade Day at the Museum presentation, or our annual 8th Grade Shakespeare Play, which are the foundation of The Academy Boy’s exceptional and uncommon scholarship. And, finally, it is the devotion to living into and up to our Academy motto: Be honest. Be kind. Be the best you can be.® Our motto guides and sustains us as we go about our lives here at The Academy and beyond. Uncommon men are not born; they are challenged, they are guided, they are mentored, they are coached, and they are taught what it means and what it takes to become uncommon. It takes a place that offers an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys to nurture and shape the uncommon man. It requires a dedication to educating boys for life and preparing each young man to fulfill his noble purpose to plant and cultivate the seeds of the “uncommon.” It was our school’s founder, Dr. W. B. Seeley, who first hoped that The Academy would produce uncommon young men known for their scholarship, leadership and integrity. With the addition of brotherhood, these four pillars are now the cornerstones of an exceptional education that leads to the development of uncommon young men. When encountered on the streets of San Antonio, these uncommon young men are simply known as Academy Boys. This report celebrates our Academy Boys and the many families, friends, faculty and staff, and community supporters dedicated to ensuring their success and the success of San Antonio Academy for generations to come. For this, we thank you. Blessings,
Paul M. Quick, Head of School 2022-2023 1
School Leadership With gratitude, we honor these school leaders and thank them for their service to San Antonio Academy during the 2022-23 school year. BOARD OF TRUSTEES Todd Brockwell, Vice Chair Karen Bryant, Treasurer Taylor Dorris Trey Embrey Ben Espy Elizabeth Fry, Secretary CeCe Frost Griffin Jack Guenther, Jr. Roger Hill III, Chair Mark M. Johnson, Jr. A.J. Lewis IV ‘05 Alcide Longoria Casandra Ortiz Adam Rabinowitz
Joseph Shields ‘05 Michael Wood ADVISORY COUNCIL John Alexander, Jr. Jack Biegler Don Frost ‘72 Christine Haynes Blair Labatt, Jr. ‘61 Molly McAdams Marilou Moursund Charles Noble, Jr. ‘43 Greg Seay Thomas Semmes ‘56 Jamie Smith, Jr. Corbin Snow III ‘77 John Steen, Jr. ‘63 Weisie Steen Laurie White ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Amini ‘05, VP for Philanthropy Alex Bathie ‘08 Van Beckwith ‘79 Tucker Biedenharn ‘04 George Bodden ‘84 Jonathan Cluck ‘72 Houston Frost ‘95 Brandon Grossman ‘92, VP for Awards Jonathan Morse ‘59 Maverick Noble ‘08 Garrett Notzon ‘09 David Pavelka ‘84 Adam Reed ‘99, VP for Social and Engagement Programs Matt Silva ‘02 Brian Steward ‘79, President Pete Thompson ‘59 Jim Yancy ‘66 Will Yancy ‘05, Secretary PARENTS CLUB COMMITTEE & CLASS REPS Callie Mayo, Co-Chair Lauren Saunders, Co-Chair Edie Wright, Co-Chair Mo Shipp, Pre-K Nancy Turnbull, Kindergarten Kelly Leddy, 1st Grade Lauren Biegler, 2nd Grade
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Callie Mayo, 3rd Grade Kristen Hanzel, 4th Grade Edie Wright, 5th Grade Heather Haynes, 6th Grade Brooke Leddy, 7th Grade Kelly Weaver, 8th Grade Carolyn Jackson, 8th Grade ACADEMY FUND LEADERSHIP Brooke Leddy, Co-Chair Brandi Ursone, Co-Chair GRADE-LEVEL LEADERS Pre-Kindergarten: Kelly Leddy Kali Tripp Kindergarten: Dominique Balldin Caraline Dewald 1st Grade: Laura Ritterbusch Rory Siefer 2nd Grade: Heather Craig Elizabeth Matthews 3rd Grade: Eva Holliday Louise Thurmond 4th Grade: Cally Kothmann Meighan McNulty 5th Grade: Vicki Adelstein Paul Chapman 6th Grade: Jennifer Dewar Amanda Holmes 7th Grade: Erika Boller Michiko Callanan 8th Grade: Ashley Jennè Daniela Serna
SEEKING OUTSTANDING YOUNG MEN
Be honest. Be kind. Be the best you can be.®
the Tex Hill Scholarship Program Accepting Applications Through January 5, 2024 The Tex Hill Scholarship provides tuition, leadership fees, textbooks, and a uniform stipend for one 5th grade boy who will attend San Antonio Academy during his 6th, 7th, and 8th grade years. Qualified applicants must possess strong academic talents and character and demonstrate significant financial need.
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San Antonio Academy admits qualified male students of all race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest. Member of the National Association of Independent Schools. 2022-2023 3
Strength in
Numbers
27 alumni spoke to students for Alumni Mondays about their Academy experience and how it has shaped who they are today
2nd Place
10,000
award at the Alamo Regional FIRST® LEGO® League Qualifier
pounds of food items collected in support of the San Antonio Food Bank
14-0 undefeated record held by the Wildcats Baseball team during regular season games
1st Place Overall taken by the Wildcats Tennis team in their championship tournament
40 choir members sang in front of a packed AT&T Center for the Spurs vs. Trailblazers game
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735 guests attended the 2023 Cowboy Breakfast – yeehaw!
7 mathletes competed in the MATHCOUNTS Bexar Chapter Regional Qualifier
427 donors strengthened the school by making a gift to The Academy Fund
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100+
boys represented at the Alamo Honor Guard during the Battle of Flowers Parade, a historic Academy tradition
volunteers worked shifts in a booth and/or spent several months planning for the Fall Fair
263 boys in grades Pre-K through 8th exhibited almost 500 works of art in The Academy’s annual art shows
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IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Students were asked:
What do you love about The Academy?
“I love the teachers and all the bonds that I make here with my friends at The Academy.” - C.D. V.
“What I love about The Academy is that we get to go on some awesome retreats and the teachers are amazing. They really help me understand.” - John W.
“My favorite thing about The Academy is the brotherhood that exists throughout the school.” - William B.
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“...all the opportunities we get to go on trips and especially hunting with Coach McNeil and the Outdoor Leadership Program.” - Robert A.
“I love my teachers because they help me with my work when I don’t understand it.” - Collins W.
“I love being part of a team that always encourages and supports each other.” - Asher W.
“I love that I am getting the opportunity to learn how to be an impactful leader.” - Lee B.
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Congratulations,
Class of 2023! The 24 boys in the Class of 2023 said their final goodbye to middle school during San Antonio Academy’s 137th Commencement ceremony held Friday, May 26, 2023. With a crowd of families, friends, and devoted teachers looking on from beneath The Academy’s iconic oak tree, the boys marched in their final parade as Academy cadets before making the ceremonial passage through the Bondurant Gate. Finally, with the traditional cap toss on Frost Field, the cadets marked the close of their Academy career. We honor the 137th graduating class and wish them all the best on their journey to high school and beyond. Top scholars from the Class of 2023 are Antonio Serna (Honor Scholar), Finn Thanairongroj (Salutatorian), and Nathan Walls (Valedictorian). The Class of 2023 will attend the following high schools:
Alamo Heights High School
Phillips Exeter Academy (Exeter, NH)
CAST STEM High School
Reagan High School
McCallie School (Chattanooga, TN)
Saint Mary’s Hall
North East School of the Arts
TMI Episcopal
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StudentSPOTLIGHT Lee Brockwell 2022-23 Battalion Commander
Years at The Academy
Lee is an Academy “Lifer” – he was with us for all 10 years, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.
High School
Lee has gone on to attend Alamo Heights High School after graduating from The Academy.
Awards & Accomplishments
Battalion Commander, football team captain, basketball team captain, baseball, Peacock Medal, 8th Grade Confirmation, 8th Grade Championship Debate member, Best Overall Actor in ‘The Tempest,’ Little League Champion, McCallie CLC camp (Character, Leadership, Community)
How do you think you have grown in the role of Battalion Commander? I feel as if I am more confident in my ability to change people’s thoughts and actions in a positive way.
What is your desired college/career path? I hope to continue the same work effort in the classroom with straight A’s and be successful on the sports teams that I choose to be on. I also hope that I will get into the college of my choice when the time comes.
Who at SAA has had the most impact on your life?
Coach McNeil has given me multiple pieces of advice that I will carry with me as I continue along my path. Mr. Moore has challenged me enough to show some talents that I didn’t even know that I had. Coach Heineman put his faith in me when I didn’t have it in myself.
What piece of advice do you have for current SAA boys?
Don’t stop working when you think you have achieved something because you can always keep working to be something even greater than you think you are.
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Class of 2019 Being the Best They Can Be!
SAA’s Class of 2019 has graduated from high school! On May 11, they joined us on campus to reconnect with each other and former Academy teachers. During this time, 8th grade English and Literature Teacher, Mr. Brendan Moore, was there to pass out letters the boys wrote to themselves during their 8th-grade year about their time at SAA and what they thought their life would be like when they graduated from high school.
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Congratulations to the Class of 2019 as they claimed the following campuses this fall! University of Alabama
Tulane University
Baylor University
University of Texas at Austin
Ethan Met
Tristan Tamez
Blinn College Nate Mayo
Brown University Mark Schnoebelen
Cornell University Christopher Hunter
Emory University Eshanth Beeram
University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) Jackson Rogers Samuel Velez
Rhodes College Cole Finney
Southern Methodist University Sawyer Barr Forrest Runnels III Omer Zafar
Stephen Crawford
Sergio Alvarado Chaz Bregman Noah Bregman Jackson Duffin Benjamin Espy Christopher Goldsbury Henry Ramirez Ishan Shah Luke Thomas
University of Texas at Dallas Jatin Gurrala
Texas A&M University Alex Pruitt Miles Wright
Texas Tech University Steven Benke Cottar Hanzel Garrett Scott
Washington and Lee University Nathaniel Shriner
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Invest in our Boys. Create the Exceptional.
Give to The Academy Fund.
When an Academy Boy steps onto campus, his education will stretch beyond a core curriculum. He will start each day with chapel, where what it means to be honest, to be kind, and to be the best he can be will become indelible. He will go to his classroom with the most talented, brightest teachers who will teach in a way that is intentionally crafted for boys. His day will include a family-style lunch, little buddy and big buddy moments, and teamwork. He might bait a hook, compete in a sport, or memorize lines for a Shakespeare play. He will try things he didn’t know he could do and unearth talents he didn’t know existed. He will recognize when to follow and when to lead and realize the importance of his impact within and outside the Academy gates. As he crosses the stage at commencement, we will be drawn to the exceptional promise radiating from him. He will know how to embrace challenges and persevere. He will understand that his mistakes create valuable lessons. He will set goals and make plans to achieve them. He will have discovered some of his innate gifts and will have begun to understand how they benefit others. He will have become a scholar, a leader, a young man of integrity, and a brother on whom others can rely; in short, he will have become an Academy Boy.
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Just as an astute investor recognizes the value of a promising venture, his experience yields immeasurable returns. Your gift makes a significant difference at San Antonio Academy by providing valuable resources and opportunities that turn the expected into the exceptional. Your gift fosters academic programs, leadership initiatives, a secure campus environment, and athletic endeavors. Your gift guarantees that we have the means to attract, retain, and enrich the finest educators. Every gift to The Academy Fund represents a commitment to support San Antonio Academy’s mission to offer an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys. To learn about SAA’s new leadership giving levels and how to make a gift to The Academy Fund, visit www.sa-academy.org/academyfund or scan the QR code.
In 2022-23, annual giving totaled
$622,675
The generosity of parents, faculty and staff, alumni, board members, grandparents, and friends makes a significant difference at San Antonio Academy by providing valuable resources and opportunities that turn the expected into the exceptional.
Thank you!
Giving at SAA SUPPORTING SAA (423 Total Donors)
Board: $40,222 Faculty & Staff: $16,003 Parents: $261,820 Alumni: $159,415 Grandparents: $106,122 Parents of Alumni: $23,125 Friends: $15,968
Friends (3%) Parents of Alumni (4%)
Board (6%) Faculty & Staff (3%)
Grandparents (17%) Parents (42%) Alumni (25%)
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Thank you to our Academy Fund donors! THE HEADMASTER’S CIRCLE $20,000 AND ABOVE Lanier Family Fund Julie & Jim^ Balloun Legett Foundation A Friend of The Academy Claudia Huntington & Marshall Miller ‘63 Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Eleanor & Scott Petty, Jr. ‘51 The Shelton Family Foundation Fronie Shelton Jenny & Will Wood THE W.T. BONDURANT, JR. FELLOWS $10,000-$19,999 Lynnette & Trey Embrey Erin & Morriss Hurt Charles H. Noble, Jr. ‘43 Corinna & JB Richter Caroline & Thomas Rose Sartain Lanier Family Foundation of The CF Greater Atlanta Inc Julie & Jim^ Balloun The Dickson-Allen Foundation Curtis C. Gunn, Jr.^ Karen & Curtis T. Vaughan III The Patricia Lewis Zoch Children’s Foundation Sarah & Stephen Pitt Barbara Ann Wood Edie & John Wright THE W.T. BONDURANT, SR. FELLOWS $5,000-$9,999 Bolner’s Fiesta Products Magdalena & Chris Bolner Lauren & Dr. John Browning ‘89 Carrington Smyth PLLC Lauren & Jeremy Smyth Elizabeth & Christopher Dewar Josie & Taylor Dorris Nita & Jim Frank Julia G. Heinrichs Sally & Roger Hill III McCombs Foundation Marsha & John Shields Casandra & Daniel Ortiz Chrysanthe & Joe B. Parker, Jr. ‘60 Dawn & Paul M. Quick Robert and VN Duncan Charitable Fund 14 San Antonio Academy Annual Report
Andrea & Joe Shields ‘05 Texas Youth Development Corp. Elizabeth & Casey Fry Janet & Charles Hornberger The Meredith and Mike Howard Family Foundation Ashley & Rad Weaver Ann & Forrest Word THE W.W. BONDURANT, SR. FELLOWS $2,500-$4,999 2011 Eric Hill Gift Trust Jan & Roger Hill, Jr. Dan E. & Paula T. Butt Charitable Fund of the San Antonio Area Foundation Koren & Jason Growcock Carolyn & Dr. Jim Jackson Kelly & Charles Leddy A.J. Lewis IV ‘05 Jan & Dr. Gib Meadows Nancè & Alex Oliver Polly & George H. Spencer, Jr. The Parker Foundation, Inc. Troy A. Cervantes ‘16 Mary H. Parker^ Madeleine & Harry J. Parker III ‘72 Josephine Parker-Cervantes Ronald B. Walker Lacey & Robert Watson Westlake Dermatology Malini & Justin Fowler THE W.B. SEELEY FELLOWS $1,000-$2,499 Vicki & Jason Adelstein Mallory & Stephen J. Ahl Alamo Physician Services PLLC Drs. Lisa & Sergio Alvarado Drs. Jane & Patrick Atkerson Caroline & Bo Badouh III Bank of America Charitable Foundation Carla & Dan Nelson Tracey & Van Beckwith ‘79 Nelwyn & Walter Belt Lisa & George Bodden ‘84 Stacey & Aaron Boger A Friend of The Academy Ruth & William T. Bondurant III ‘63 Bright Funds Angela & Chris Troilo Karen & Todd Brockwell Karen & Jeff Bryant
Lizette & Jason E. Bunn Richard W. Calvert ‘46 Robin & John Carr Michelle & Bradley S. Carson James & Paul Chapman Meighan McNulty & Lee Coggins Emily & Mark Connally Drs. Toni & John Craig Drs. Ann & Matthew Cross Jennifer & Michael Dewar Kristina & David Eng Esther Alvarez & Rudolph Favella Larissa & Nolan Fields Malini & Justin Fowler Susanna & Bob Frankland Lou Celia & Don Frost ‘72 Lauren & Shawn Golden CeCe & James B. Griffin Triana & Brandon Grossman ‘92 Jamie & Albert Guajardo III Lindsay & Jack Guenther, Jr. Halliburton Company Foundation Tracey & Van Beckwith ‘79 Kristen & Parker Hanzel Julie B. Harrell Christine & Joe Haynes Evangelina & Benjamin Holliday Amanda & Matthew S. Holmes Robin & Mark S. Howard A Friend of The Academy Drs. Carrie & Joe Johnston Kamin Associates, Inc. Abigail Kamin Elisabeth & Matthew Koehler Cally & Will Kothmann Brooke & Walter Leddy Drs. Vicki & Ryan Leonhart Ashley & Alcide M. Longoria Drs. Lauren E. Tarbox-Mancuso & James J. Mancuso Diane & Robert G. Marbut, Jr. ‘74 Susie Schorp Martin Sally & Larkin Matthews ‘62 McFadin Foundation Jennifer & Dr. Anthony Montanez Marcella & Jonathan H. Morse ‘59 Richard B. Negley ‘58 Pujitha Chepyala & Dr. Vishal Nemarugommula Camilla B. Parker Emily & Clayton Reaser Lynette & Dr. Frank Rife ‘60 Salaie & Raul Ruiz Lorin & Forrest Runnels, II Daniela & Dr. Antonio Serna IV Ami & Dr. Umang Shah
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Mo & J Barrett Shipp Rory & Jeremy Siefer Stacy & Clayton J. Smaistrla Tinsley & Chad Smith Lauren & Jeremy Smyth Straus Family Charitable Trust Laura & Stuart Selig Lyn & Pete Selig Jane & Marshall T. Steves, Jr. ‘64 Elizabeth & Patrick Sullivan Peter A. Thompson ‘59 Louise & Jimmie V. Thurmond III Angela & Chris Troilo Brandi & Dr. Richard L. Ursone Tracy & Dr. Arnold Vardiman The Vaughan Foundation Karen & Curtis Vaughan III Catharine & Jeff Vexler Drs. Julie & Douglas Warden Kelly & Derrek Weaver Karla & Jeff Wentworth Louise & John Wheir A Friend of The Academy Mary & James B. Williams Cathy Baumgardner & Tom Wimer Jesse Y. Womack III ‘92 Carole & Elgin Wong Jodi & Michael Wood, Jr. Shelly & David Wynn Drs. Yuliya & Stan Zebrowski BLUE & WHITE SOCIETY $500-$999 Preston Adair ‘75 Drs. Mary & Wilson Altmeyer Jennifer & Landon Anderson A Friend of The Academy Connie & Victor Arambula Marian Archer Lynda & Timmy W. Bailey Mandy Barton Gina & Michael Berger Vicki & Gene Brehm Suzi & Matthew Brysacz Micheon & Michael Cahill Michiko & John Callanan Heather Dorak & Matthew Cohen Jennifer & John A. Colglazier, Jr. A Friend of The Academy Heather & John A. Craig Beata Crowell Caraline & Jay Dewald Rachel & Joseph Donnelly Clare & Donald Duffin Dr. G. Cam Duncan, Jr. ‘60 Cathy & Charles D. Fitch Christie & Dr. Roy Gonzalez, Jr. ‘70 Jennie & Benjamin Hart Darcy & Peter J. Hoberman Ann & A.C. Jones IV
Drs. Maria Isabel Triana & Relief Jones Christina & Evan Ketabchi Emily & Geoffrey King Anna & Mark Koalenz Dr. Irene Blaess & Michael Levin Augusta & Sidney Levine Alyssa & Robert A. Lopez Jane & Col. James H. Lynch Lauren & Jonathan R. Malitz Sekinat & Ted McCormick Rebecca & Lee N. McKenna Lauren & Peter McLaughlin Marilou Moursund Susan & Bill Newton Sharon & Sam M. Noble ‘79 Nancy H. O’Brien Celeste & David E. Pavelka ‘84 Kim & Dr. Alejandro Pruitt Catalina & Jeff Ray Carol & Joe Richter Laura & Jason Ritterbusch Maria Paula & Dr. Guillermo Rocha ‘79 Lisa & Shawn M. Rosenzweig Sherril & Joseph Rubin ‘73 Forrest N. Runnels III ‘19 Drs. Ana & Rito Sauceda Ann & Rick Shaw Stephanie & Michael Sierra Weisie & John T. Steen, Jr. ‘63 Hannah & Brian C. Steward ‘79 Brooke & Brian Taylor Amber & Sloan Thomas Frances & Clayton Thomas Ilean & Don Urban Dawn & Ronald B. Walker, Jr. Holly & J. Michael Wheeler Amanda & Jim Y. Williams Ashley & Robert Wingo Christen & George J. Wommack Corinne & James F. Yancy ‘66 Jenevieve & Frank M. Zoch Melissa & Manuel Zuniga ACADEMY ASSOCIATES $250-$499 Casey & Lane Allen Sarah Beth & John M. Amini ‘05 A Friend of The Academy Dr. Shannon & Mitchell Austin Dominique & Christian Balldin Alexander J. Bathie ‘08 Lauren & Mark E. Biegler ‘99 Laura & Dr. Jose R. Bonilla ‘98 Andrea & Kristopher L. Bowen Christiana & Martin Bukari Pam & David Burgher Diane & John Burleson
Meredith & Dr. Scott Campbell A Friend of The Academy George B. Clower ‘85 Kate & Christopher Conger Jeana Crump Charlotte & Vincent M. Dawson II ‘05 Elizabeth Ford Siomha Garcia Cynthia Blanco & Brian Gegel Sara & Fabian Gradillas Lynne & Peter J. Hennessey III Trish & Clint S. Hennessey ‘90 Jennifer & Steven Hole Jenny & Will Holshouser Jennifer & Mark Johnson, Jr. Timothy A. Kennedy ‘90 Carl D. King ‘69 Dr. Jary M. Lesser ‘59 Sally & Donald McClure Yulanee H. McKnight McNelis & Associates PLLC Sean B. McNelis Mary M. McNelis Wendy & David H. Meaden Aurora & James F. Nester Dr. Joy & Merrit Nicewander A Friend of The Academy Carlisle O’Brien Jamie O’Brien III Ellen & Dr. Gerald V. O’Gorman, Jr. Gretchen & Brian F. O’Gorman Margaret & John Oliver Celeste & David E. Pavelka ‘84 Keri & Clint G. Poulter Preethii Nadarajan & Muthuraman Ramasamy Crista & Adam T. Reed ‘99 Drs. Erika Gonzalez & Joel Reyes Helen & Paul A. Rohlfs, Jr. Sarah Rush A Friend of The Academy Shell Oil Company Foundation Matching Gifts Program Cathy & Charles D. Fitch Kristin & Alfredo Silva III ‘96 Matthew R. Silva ‘02 Elizabeth & Corbin L. Snow III ‘77 Natalie & James Steen ‘03 Jenni & Dr. Eric Stupka Marie Y. & Brian Tabares The Mariposa Fund Sally Kleberg Kali & Thor Tripp Nancy & Robert T. Turnbull, Jr. ‘98 Ranae & Brig. Gen., Ret. Richard Ursone Samuel J. Velez ‘19 Hannafer & John Weaver Julie & Warren S. Wilkinson, Jr. ‘63 Betsy & Michael E. Wilson ‘69 2022-2023 15
ACADEMY CLUB $100-$249 Peggy & Richard Aguilar Anne & Steve Ballantyne Emmy & Brian Ballantyne Amy & Joshua B. Berg Bradford Bergmann ‘60 Elizabeth & Charles J. Bondurant ‘61 Sarah & Bruce Bowen Barry L. Bradley Elizabeth & Wes Bright Marian & Edward A. Bright John E. Brysacz ‘17 Robert T. Buchanan Diana & Emilio Caamal Terry & Mark Collier Katy & Porter Corrigan Elizabeth & Dr. Ernest Cox, Jr. Alexandra De Leon Johnson Linda & Rich Delano Debbie & Adam Denker Ann & William Dennis Eric J. Duxstad ‘79 Helen E. Eversberg Dr. Houston K. Frost ‘95 Jessica Garcia Anne & Dr. Gregg Gerasimon Linda & Alan Gielen Marijane Gish Lisa & Francisco Gonima Gaston G. Gonzalez ‘03 Eli B. Greenberg ‘17 Christina & Albert Gutierrez Gutierrez Leyendecker Ranch LTD Linda & Albert Gutierrez, Sr. ‘51 Dr. Fredrick B. Hagemeister, Jr. ‘60 Katherine Pace & Timothy Halleran Drs. Kathryn & Travis Holloway Jennifer & Scott Johnson Paula & Clyde J. B. Johnson III ‘58 Myron B. Jones III ‘96 Eileen & Joseph Kilchrist Nancy^ & Dr. Creston King, Jr. ‘50 Robert H. LePere, Jr. ‘03 Meecia & Stephen M. Little Maree & Alcide F. Longoria III Amelita & David Mauzé Sharon & Mike McClintock Asher Menick ‘21 Thomas Meyer Bonnie & Pat Millican Linda & Jim Montgomery, Jr. ‘67 Susan & Brendan Moore Mallory & John Moorman Carla & Dan Nelson Mary Beth & George Nieves Julia C. Norton-Keidel Debbie Oblitas Ernestine Pavelka 16 San Antonio Academy Annual Report
Karly & Mitchell A. Penner ‘99 Cecilia & Joe Frank Picazo Pam & Paul Rohlfs Cristina & Carson Rubey IV ‘93 A Friend of The Academy Jonathon R. Schneider ‘04 Neel & Robert R. Scott, Jr. Paula & Trey Scott III Haley & Andrew D. Simms ‘05 Terry Smith Carol & Justin Sobey Megan & Michael Sobolevsky George H. Spencer III ‘96 Ryan K. Studer ‘08 A Friend of The Academy Anna & Dr. Daniel D. Tamez Valerie & Eddie Tamez Dr. Somjira Namarsa & David Thanairongroj Heather & Charles W. Thiltgen ‘83 Angela & Chris Troilo Charlotte & Tyler Turlington Tatjana & Todd Walker Sharon & Buddy Walls Norma & David Willis ‘60 Lara & William Wray Wes Yancy ‘08 William C. Yarborough ‘08 Sherry & Alexander H. Zogheib III ‘58 ACADEMY CONTRIBUTORS GIFTS UP TO $99 Amanda & Eric Arnold Brandy Avilla-Morn Laurie & Gerald C. Barnes Morgan Bates Barbara Birgel Laura Bohlmann Veronica & Vince Bordano Kayla & Stephen Briseno Laurel Brooks Joseph A. Candelario ‘08 Refugio L. Cedillo Lauren Ciaburri Michele & Larry Donoghue Dr. Owen Duggan Tradd A. Embrey ‘21 Aaron L. Furman ‘98 Amelia Gagnon Alex Garcia Marc Garza Dana & Scotty Gibbs Samuel W. Gonzalez ‘10 Wesley Gonzalez ‘07 Gia Gutierrez Marci & Michael Gutierrez Drs. Sarah Samreen & Suhaib W. Haq John Max Hart ‘17
A Friend of The Academy Heather Haynes Mike Heineman Cornelia Hely John Hernandez Hely & Nicholas Hillman Elizabeth Huey Brooke & Eric Iglesias Anne & Michael Ivy Peggy & William Klein Doré Koontz Lindsay K. Kramme Victoria & David Lopez-Herrera Dr. Glory & Lt. Col. Steve Marshall Fatima Martinez Jennifer & Gary Marvin, Jr. ‘89 Paige & Scott Matlock Leticia & Leon McNeil Patricia Medellin Marie J. Melroe Lindsey & Jeremiah Minarcik A Friend of The Academy Moye & Mike Mullins Traci & Fredy Navas Kami & Garrett Notzon ‘09 Tyna M. Powers Landes B. Rangel ‘09 Sharon & Phillip Rangel Tyler M. Richard ‘06 Peter Rios Audrey & Javier Rocha ‘91 Thomas Rochelle ‘08 Lisa & Joshua M. Rochon Isaac Rodriguez Paul Rodriguez Priscilla Rodriguez Lesley & Michael Sallee Brittany Schrader Emory O. Scott IV ‘15 Garrett W. Scott ‘19 Leslie Siller & Blake Waggoner Jessica Simmons Trisha Sinclair Jeff Trujillo Charles H. Turner A Friend of The Academy Elizabeth & Will Yancy ‘05 Joanne & Randy Yawn
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this report. If any errors or omissions have been made, please accept our sincerest apologies and notify us at development@sa-academy.org or call 210-733-7331.
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$100,000-$500,000 Elizabeth Huth Coates Charitable Foundation of 1992 Nita & Jim Frank Legett Foundation Elizabeth & Watt Matthews
Up to $9,999 Bank of America Charitable Foundation Carla & Dan Nelson Stacey & Aaron Boger Karen & Todd Brockwell Linda & Rich Delano
Elizabeth & Casey Fry CeCe & James Griffin Christine & Joe Haynes Sally & Roger Hill III Brooke & Walter Leddy Kelly & Charles Leddy A.J. Lewis IV ‘05 Carla & Dan Nelson Jana Sanders Zoch Charities Partnership Melissa & Manuel Zuniga
Antonio “Tony” Aguilar Siomha Garcia Traylor Azar ‘19 Warren Wilkinson, Jr. ‘63 Kay Bondurant Ruth & William T. Bondurant III ‘63 Col. W.T. Bondurant, Sr. Ruth & William T. Bondurant III ‘63 Col. W.T. Bondurant, Jr. ‘39 Ruth & William T. Bondurant III ‘63 James M. Duncan Dr. G. Cam Duncan, Jr. ‘60 David Fitch ‘86 Cathy & Charles Fitch Hudson Hamner ‘98 Cornelia Hely Meredith & Drake McCrary ‘98
Warren Hart Linda & Rich Delano Roger C. Hill, Sr. ‘34 Sally & Donald McClure Irene & Raul Rios Dr. Peter Hollimon Cathy Baumgardner & Tom Wimer Hollis Drake Leddy Jennifer & Gary Marvin ‘89 Cathy Baumgardner & Tom Wimer Gladys Bondurant Lee Ruth & William T. Bondurant III ‘63 B.J. “Red” McCombs Robin & John Carr Cathy Baumgardner & Tom Wimer Sara Noble San Antonio History Club
Wilson Parkhouse Ruth & William T. Bondurant III ‘63 Dr. Rolly Steen ‘66 Mary Elsie Newton Kristine Rudolph Mary Barbara & Jim Scott Terence W. Touhey Kristen & Parker Hanzel Jack White ‘80 Hannah & Brian Steward ‘79 Christopher Williams ‘12 Lisa & George Bodden ‘84 Laura & John Zachry
Sawyer Barr ‘19 Lorin & Forrest Runnels II Clifton Bolner^ Jennifer & Gary Marvin ‘89 Mary Jo Bolner^ Jennifer & Gary Marvin ‘89 Jackson Duffin ‘19 Lorin & Forrest Runnels II Ben Espy ‘19 Lorin & Forrest Runnels II
Christopher Goldsbury ‘19 Lorin & Forrest Runnels II Stephen Nicholas ‘12 Susan Nicholas Steven Pavelka ‘88 Ernestine Pavelka Shawn M. Rosenzweig Jennifer & Gary Marvin ‘89 Forrest Runnels III ‘19 Lorin & Forrest Runnels II
Luke Thomas ‘19 Lorin & Forrest Runnels II Nancy Turnbull Pam & David Burgher Samuel Velez ‘19 Lorin & Forrest Runnels II Christopher Williams ‘12^ Robin & Mark Howard Miles Wright ‘19 Lorin & Forrest Runnels II
John Webster Scholarship Meredith & Drake McCrary ‘98 Kimberly & Ryan Staveley ‘84
Emily & Ben Azar Lauren & Dr. John Browning ‘89 Suzi & Matthew Brysacz Beth & R.C. Buford Chase Buford ‘03 Drs. Ann & Matthew Cross Cindy & Jimi Ellis Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation Lou Celia & Don Frost ‘72 Olivia Gancarczyk Margaret & Sean Gunn Jenny & John Hall Sally & Roger Hill III
James R. and Judith A. Weedon Charitable Fund
ENDOWMENT GIFTS
MEMORIAL
$10,000-$99,999 Triana & Brandon Grossman ‘92 Corinna & James Richter Margaret & David Scott
The Meredith and Mike Howard Family Foundation The Myra Stafford Pryor Trust Ashley & Rad Weaver
HONORARY
RESTRICTED
OTHER GIFTS
To learn how to support a specific initiative or endowment at San Antonio Academy, please contact the Development Office at development@sa-academy.org.
Scholarship Endowments L.D. Ormsby Charitable Foundation Walton & Claiborne Gregory, Jr. ‘59 Thomas Gilcrease Foundation Barbara & Tom Denney ‘65 Athletic Endowment Drs. Lisa & Sergio Alvarado Dianne & Richard Azar
Judy & Dr. James Weedon
Shannon Johnson Amy & De Miller Susan Nicholas Pat & Tom Frost Foundation Irene & Raul Rios Elizabeth & Corbin Snow III ‘77 Julie & Warren Wilkinson, Jr. ‘63 Valerie & Gregory Wright Linda Yarborough Laura & John Zachry 2022-2023 17
Ways to Give THE ACADEMY FUND/ UNRESTRICTED GIFTS Gifts made to The Academy Fund are not restricted to any particular program or project and are used in the area of greatest need.
CAPITAL CAMPAIGNS Designed to raise a specific sum of money within a defined period of time. Provide major funds for additions to endowment, construction, renovation, or extensive equipment purchases and provide for the long-term growth and security of the campus and programs.
DESIGNATED GIFTS Designated for specific budgeted purposes, such as scholarships, an academic department or the library. HONORARY GIFTS AND MEMORIALS Acknowledge a special occasion or accomplishment (Honorary Gifts), such as a friend’s or relative’s birthday, graduation, or anniversary or remember someone who passed away (Memorial Gifts). ENDOWMENT A permanent investment account that serves as a source of income that supports the school’s ongoing needs and future generations of Academy Boys.
To discuss how your gift can make the greatest impact on Academy Boys, contact Loren Maybrier, Director of Development, at lmaybrier@sa-academy.org or 210-733-7331 ext. 219. Donations may be made online at sa-academy.org/give or by scanning the QR code. 18 San Antonio Academy Annual Report
BEQUESTS, PLANNED GIVING AND DEFERRED GIVING Since each individual’s financial and tax-planning circumstances can vary widely, donors are encouraged to seek the counsel of their tax advisor to explore many options of giving that allow the donor to maintain current income levels, while planning a long-term gift to the school.
CORPORATE MATCHING GIFTS Matching gifts increase the impact of a donation and a business receives recognition when it matches a portion or all of an employee’s contribution to San Antonio Academy.
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g n i t a r b e l Ce Faculty and Staff
Years of Service
25 Years
15 Years
10 Years
5 Years
Linda Gielen
Gary Marvin
Diana Caamal Dana Parish Isaac Rodriguez
John Hernandez
The following employees retired from The Academy during the 2022-23 school year. A heartfelt thank you for their commitment and many years of dedication to SAA! Linda Gielen, 25 Years of Service, Technology Facilitator During her tenure at The Academy, Linda Gielen served as an invaluable member of our business office, library, and technology teams. Her nurturing guidance, expertise, and steadfast support, particularly during the challenging times of the COVID era, ensured The Academy’s smooth operations and technological resilience. Whether taking the time to teach a new skill, offering feedback on a project, or simply being a sounding board for ideas, Linda has always been there for us. “Throughout these years, I have had the privilege of working with an exceptional group of teachers and administrators who have dedicated their lives to shaping the minds and futures of our boys. The bonds we have forged, the challenges we have overcome, and the triumphs we have celebrated together have created a tapestry of experiences that will forever be etched in my heart.” Yulanee McKnight, 22 Years of Service, Summer Program Registrar We bid a fond farewell to Yulanee McKnight, as she closed a two decades-long Academy career. Yulanee has been the heart and soul behind the seamless operation of Summer At The Academy, ensuring that our young campers enjoy every moment of their daily classes. She retired following the 2022 summer program. “Every year, I look forward to the energies and sounds of happiness that you feel and hear every day during Summer At The Academy. It’s like a Summer Family Reunion when teachers, counselors, runners, staff, campers, and families return to create, explore, learn, and have fun together while renewing friendships and making new ones.”
Randy Yawn, 18 Years of Service, Director of Facilities Join us in wishing Randy Yawn a happy retirement. Over the past 18 years as SAA’s Director of Facilities, Randy has been a paragon of reliability and unwavering dedication. His steadfast support, even when faced with a myriad of requests during so many first weeks of school, has been an invaluable asset to our teaching community. He has been the man of the hour sometimes early hours, sometimes late hours - always steady and reliable, a person of character and integrity. 2022-2023 19
37th Annual Fall Fair: the Greatest School on Earth!
g n i at Celebr
On Saturday, October 15, 2022, the San Antonio Academy community came together for an evening filled with laughter, excitement, and cherished memories at our 37th Annual Fall Fair. This beloved event, which was started by Marion Jeffers and Suzanne Armstrong in 1986 to celebrate The Academy’s 100th year, is a true testament to our familylike atmosphere, bringing students, parents, grandparents, alumni, staff, and friends closer than ever. This year’s theme, “The Circus is in Town,” brought more than 1,000 attendees of all ages to enjoy the festivities, which included more bounce houses than ever before, a haunted school bus, a cake walk, drop-in-the-bucket, food and drinks, and games galore! We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the sponsors, committee members, booth volunteers, faculty, and staff who made this event possible. Special thanks go to our event co-chairs, Amy Berg and Mallory Ahl, whose tireless efforts ensured the 37th Annual Fall Fair was a resounding success. Overall, the event raised more than $60,000 in support of SAA’s programs.
SPONSORSHIPS
BIG TOP PRESENTING SPONSOR Paloma Blanca Enterprises The Bader Ranch GRANDSTAND SPONSORSHIP Kamin Associates, Inc. Dawn & Bruce Walker RING LEADER SPONSORSHIP Alamo City Dermatology Alamo City Orthodontics Alamo Truck Gear Nel & Walter Belt Dr. John Browning - Texas Dermatology Frost The Hill Family Malitz Construction Corinna & JB Richter Westlake Dermatology DeeAnn & Scott Wilson THE MIDWAY SPONSORSHIP The Ahl Family Belles & Beaux Brysacz Law Firm, PLLC Chandler Dental Center The Duffin Family 20 San Antonio Academy Annual Report
Killen, Griffin & Farrimond, PLLC The Kothmann Family Langley and Bannack PetroLedger Financial Services The Serna Family SynergenX Health & Wellness The Vardiman Family CLOWN ALLEY SPONSORSHIP Lisa & Sergio Alvarado The Griffin Family Next Level Urgent Care The Law Office of Brian C. Steward WGR Construction, Inc IN-KIND DONORS Baskin Robbins Caraline & Jay Dewald The Donaldson Family Encore Bank Epic Western Labatt Mission Restaurant Supply Nothing Bundt Cakes Pilates Platinum Pizza Classics Presidian Hospitality Silver Eagle Distributors Smoke Shack
Supergoop Amanda & Alan Williams FALL FAIR DONORS Robin & John Carr Cornelia Hely Brooke & Walter Leddy RFSA Dermatology PLANNING COMMITTEE Event Co-Chair: Amy Berg Event Co-Chair: Mallory Ahl Shelby Ames Laurie Barnes Sarah Bodner Erika Boller Caraline Dewald Jessica Donaldson Taylor Dorris Darcy Hoberman Jenny Holshouser Erin Hurt Carrie Johnston Kelly Leddy Alyssa Lopez Helen Rohlfs Elizabeth Sullivan Kali Tripp Thor Tripp
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Almost $500,000
Raised with SAA Soirée:
A “ n Evening Under the Oak” San Antonio Academy smashed school fundraising goals with the SAA Soirée: “An Evening Under the Oak” held Thursday, March 23, at The Academy. Co-Chaired by Emily Connally and Lauren Saunders, this reimagined spring fundraiser brought together current and alumni families, faculty and staff, and other supporters for an evening of good food, good company, and good entertainment, all for the good of the school. Set under The Academy’s iconic oak tree with banquet-style tables lining Frost Field and twinkle lights overhead, nearly 300 guests united in support of the event. Libations flowed as guests eyed class projects in the silent auction and registered for Sign & Go Parties, special-themed get-togethers hosted by SAA families, with all sales benefiting the school. Emceeing the event was Robert “Rick” Shaw, a current Academy grandparent who also had two sons attend the school in the 90s. Auctioneer Scotty Gibbs, the husband of Academy Middle School Spanish Teacher Dana Gibbs, launched a pulse-pounding live auction that included several luxurious vacation packages; the ultimate rodeo experience with the opportunity to shadow San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo veterinarian Dr. Ben Espy; Shania Twain suite
tickets for 16; and an adorable Jack Russell Terrier puppy named “Bud.”
One of the highlights of the evening was a video featuring San Antonio Academy students and what they love about their school. The video concluded with “thank you” messages to their parents for sending them to The Academy. With an after-party featuring dueling piano players, another level of excitement was added to the evening, allowing VIP ticket-holders to sing and dance the night away. “An Evening Under the Oak” raised more than $200,000 in “Paddles Up” donations, which fund a specific need of the school each year. This year’s efforts went towards new turf for SAA’s Frost Field, which, after enduring nearly a decade of wear and tear, was ready to be replaced. All other funds raised went towards ensuring that The Academy can continue to provide programs of excellence, a safe and secure environment, unparalleled benefits for faculty and staff, and first-class facilities. Overall, An Evening Under the Oak guests left inspired to give at record-breaking amounts, with the event raising almost $500,000 for San Antonio Academy.
Committee EVENT CO-CHAIRS Emily Connally Lauren Saunders
COMMITTEE CHAIRS Shelby Ames Amy Berg Chris Conger Mark Connally Caraline Dewald
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CeCe Griffin Brooke Leddy Kelly Leddy Elizabeth Matthews Amelita Mauzé
Muffin Moorman Gretchen O’Gorman John Saunders Laura Selig Megan Steves
Amber Thomas Amanda Williams Jenevieve Zoch
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IN-KIND GIFTS
Barry Roberts Chama Chairs Chicken N Pickle Katie & Cody Courtney Ann Cross, D.V.M., Olmos Park Animal Hospital EDIT/MODE Ben Espy Fannie Thomas Jewelry Heather Haynes Heights IV Lee Anne & Stuart Hendry HOLT CAT Julian Gold Kat’s Custom Picture Framing Kelly Wade Jewelers Laura Zachry Lauren & John Saunders Laurie Saunders LTD Brooke & Walter Leddy Kelly & Charles Leddy Little Em’s Oyster Bar The Loom & Co. The Matthews Family Leon McNeil Mike’s Dog Store MML Hospitality The Molak Family Muffin Moorman Nancy & Drew Fuller North Park Lexus Pilates Platinum Pinstack Recess Pickleball Ryckman Kennels, Inc. Laurie & John Saunders, Jr. Lauren & John Saunders III The Selig Family Shelby Ames Interiors South Texas Bangers Travel by Sage The Ursone Family
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Wes Mayo Westlake Dermatology The Williams Family Christen & George Wommack
SPONSORS
SCHOLARSHIP SPONSOR Lindsay & Jack Guenther LEADERSHIP SPONSOR Corinna & JB Richter INTEGRITY SPONSORS Anne & Mark Connally Triana & Brandon Grossman ‘92 Erin & Morriss Hurt Jefferson Bank / 1900 Wealth The Leddy Family Elizabeth & Happy Rogers III ‘68 Dawn & R. Bruce Walker Family BROTHERHOOD SPONSORS Alamo City Dermatology Britton Orthodontics Lauren & John Browning ‘89 DAS Underground Utilities Alvarez Favella Frost Bank The Hendrys Hornberger Fuller Garza & Cohen Incorporated Killen, Griffin & Farrimond Attorneys at Law Kelly & Charles Leddy The Mancuso Family Mauzé Construction Meredith & Mike Howard Family Foundation Mission Restaurant Supply Nothing Bundt Cakes Teri & George Stieren / Gretchen & Brian O’Gorman
UNDERWRITERS Cavender Auto Group Christine & Joe Haynes Julianna Hawn Holt The Steves Foundation The Vardiman Family Ashley & Rad Weaver
SIGN AND GO PARTIES Emmy Ballantyne The Bodner Family Micheon Cahill Taelor Chandler Katie Courtney Caraline Dewald Josie & Taylor Dorris CeCe Griffin The Guenther Family Lindsay Guenther Kristen Hanzel Holliday Energy Law Group Meredith Howard Christina Ketabchi Anna & Buck Koalenz Elisabeth Koehler Cally Kothmann Elizabeth Matthews Amelita Mauzé Callie Mayo Becca McKenna The Moorman Family Mallory Moorman Elizabeth Oliver Corinna Richter Lauren Saunders Laura Selig Megan Steves Louise Thurmond Nancy Turnbull Amanda R. Williams Christen Wommack
Paddles The SAA community responded with an abundance of generosity to the Paddles Up donation appeal at the SAA Soirée. Paddles Up, along with the generous contribution from current SAA family, Ashley and Rad Weaver, funded the much-needed turf replacement of Frost Field. Following a brief renovation process, the field reopened for play at the end of August, and the boys are loving the fresh, new turf. This next generation of field technology offers improved shock absorbency, reduced field temperature, enhanced athletic performance, and greater safety. It’s perfect for athletics and recess and will provide a vibrant backdrop for parades. A huge thank you to the Academy community for making this possible!
PADDLES UP DONORS
Jennifer & Joshua Allen Drs. Lisa & Sergio Alvarado Jennifer & Landon Anderson Emmy & Brian Ballantyne Magdalena & Chris Bolner Karen & Todd Brockwell Robin & John Carr Meighan McNulty & Lee Coggins Terry & Mark Collier Hayley & Brent Conger Emily & Mark Connally Drs. Ann & Matthew Cross Clare & Donald Duffin Drs. Virginia Nell & Robert Duncan Drs. Shannon & Ben Espy Larissa & Nolan Fields Malini & Justin Fowler Susanna & Bob Frankland CeCe & James Griffin Triana & Brandon Grossman ‘92 Lee Anne & Stuart Hendry Sally & Roger Hill III Alexandra De Leon Johnson Christina & Evan Ketabchi Brenda & Eric King Anna & Mark Koalenz Brooke & Walter Leddy Ashley & Alcide Longoria Maree & Freddie Longoria III
Drs. Lauren & James Mancuso Amelita & David Mauzé Callie & Wesley Mayo Becca & Lee McKenna Lindsey & Jeremiah Minarcik Jennifer & Dr. Tony Montanez Betsy & Glenn Mortimer III James O’Brien III Dawn & Paul M. Quick Amber & Michael Rash Catalina & Joaquin Ray Corinna & JB Richter Elizabeth & Happy Rogers III ‘68 Sarah Carabias Rush Laurie & John Saunders, Jr. Laura & Stuart Selig Daniela & Dr. Antonio Serna IV Andrea & Joe Shields ‘05 Stephanie & Michael Sierra Adrianne & Cody Sluder Stacy & Clayton Smaistrla Tinsley & Chad Smith Carol & Justin Sobey Megan & Tres Steves Marie & Brian Tabares Fannie & Clayton Thomas Kali & Thor Tripp Mallory & Mikey Vaughan ‘05 Ashley & Rad Weaver Amanda & Alan Williams Betsy & Michael Wilson ‘69 Carole & Elgin Wong Elizabeth & Will Yancy ‘05 Corinne & James Yancy ‘66
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Alumni Engagement: Traditions are not just a part of SAA history; they are a living, breathing connection that spans generations. Alumni involvement is the lifeblood that keeps our brotherhood strong. As we reflect on the 2022-23 school year, we are profoundly grateful for the unwavering involvement of our alumni who continue to participate in our events, serve on our Alumni Association board, and provide support and guidance to our school and students. To our alumni, we offer our deepest thanks. Your contributions strengthen the bond of brotherhood and help make The Academy the extraordinary place it is today.
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More Than $100,000 Raised to Support Exceptional Experiences for Academy Boys As part of The Academy’s alumni annual giving campaign, the first-ever Alumni Giving Day was held on April 11, 2023. During this 24-hour event, generations of alumni came together to raise funds in support of the school. To further encourage their brothers to join in the cause, a generous alumnus matched dollar-for-dollar, up to $50,000, for every gift made by a fellow Academy alumnus. It is with immense pride and joy that we announce, thanks to our alumni’s loyal support, we not only met but exceeded our alumni giving goal, raising an astounding $100,423! These contributions are a true testament to the enduring spirit of The Academy brotherhood. Funds raised have a direct and lasting impact on the lives of our students, allowing the school to continue delivering our mission to provide an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys. Alumni donors are listed with their class year within The Academy Fund donor list (page 14). 26 San Antonio Academy Annual Report
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1. Alumni Day: Thirty alumni spanning nine decades were recognized at chapel and supported our newest cadets as they took the Joining Oath. 2. Battalion Leadership Induction Ceremony: Former SAA Battalion Commanders returned to inspire our 7th- and 8th-grade boys as they embraced their newly appointed leadership roles. 3. Alumni vs. 8th Grade Basketball Game: A beloved tradition that combines friendly competition and brotherhood. 4. Alumni Association Board’s Active Role: In addition to their monthly meetings to discuss ways to positively impact the school and engage alumni in Academy life, our Alumni Association board members took time to share insights, experiences, and a meal with our 8th graders. 5. Cowboy Breakfast: A boot-scootin’ good time, this event was made even more special by the presence of our alumni. 6. Col. W.T. Bondurant, Jr. Oratorical Contest: Eight Academy alumni shared their time and wisdom by judging this annual contest. Their involvement encourages our students to become more effective orators, instilling valuable skills for a lifetime. 7. Alumni Lacrosse Game: Former Wildcats and our 7th- and 8th-grade lacrosse team came together for a spirited game that allowed players to catch up and reminisce about their time at The Academy. 8. Alumni & 8th Grade Luncheon: Academy alumni from classes spanning six decades welcomed the Class of 2023 into our proud alumni brotherhood.
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Roger Hill, Sr. ’34 - - - - - - - - - - - July 20, 1922—December 19, 2022
In Memoriam Remembering SAA brothers who have passed between June 1, 2022–May 31, 2023. With the launch of the new San Antonio Academy website in February 2023, memorial pages have been created for alumni who have recently passed away. Our hope is to be as inclusive as possible, so we welcome you to notify us of a classmate’s passing by completing an obituary form online by scanning the QR code or visiting sa-academy.org/inmemoriam.
George Sealy III, ’40 - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 4, 1927—July 23, 2022 Doug Semmes, Jr. ’47 - - - - - - - - January 22, 1933—August 17, 2022 Dale “Tucker” Dorn ’56 - - - - December 20, 1942—February 22, 2023 Philip Fox ’57 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - May 31, 1943—June 21, 2022 Martin Flannery ’59 - - - - - - - - - - - - July 12, 1945—April 14, 2023 Rolly Steen, II, M.D. ’66 - - - - - - - -
April 17, 1952—March 15, 2023
Steven Martin ’69 - - - - - - - - -
June 26, 1954—November 18, 2022
Jack White ’80 - - - - - - - - - - -
July 11, 1966—September 10, 2022
Hudson Hamner ’98 - - - - - - October 21, 1983—December 13, 2022 Beverly “Bev” Coiner, Jr. ’99 - - December 14, 1984—March 25, 2023 Andrew Palmer ’10 - - - - - - - - - - - July 10, 1995—August 26, 2022 Christopher Williams ’12 - - - - - September 14, 1997—April 1, 2023 2022-2023 27
Alumni Awards: During the annual Gather Under the Oak Tree event held on May 25, 2023, the San Antonio Academy Alumni Association presented awards to two alumni for their outstanding achievements and contributions to our society.
2023 Distinguished Alumnus Award: Rick Hagemeister, MD, Class of 1960 Since 2007, the SAA Alumni Association has honored outstanding graduates through the Distinguished Alumnus Award. Recipients of this prestigious award embody the core values, traditions, and ideals of The Academy. One such distinguished alumnus is Dr. Rick Hagemeister, an accomplished physician who embarked on a remarkable journey following his Academy graduation. Dr. Hagemeister’s educational path led him to Stanford University, where he earned his undergraduate degree in chemistry, and later, to UT Southwestern Medical School at Dallas, where he obtained his medical degree. His career included a residency in medicine at Charity Hospital in Louisiana, service in the U.S. Air Force, and a Fellowship in Cancer Medicine at MD Anderson. Within the Department of Hematology, he focused on clinical care, educating fellows, nurses, and other trainees, as well as enrolling patients in clinical trials. His primary area of expertise was the management of Hodgkin’s and aggressive lymphomas, and his significant contributions to clinical trials and over 200 published manuscripts earned him recognition from esteemed organizations like the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the Best Doctors in America. As he celebrated his 60-year SAA reunion, Dr. Hagemeister noted that “a good education from the very beginning for everyone is key to our success as a society and nation” and “the keys to happiness are found in helping others and learning something new every day.”
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2023 Distinguished Alumnus Award: Matthew Myers, JD, Class of 2003 Established in 2022, the Young Alumnus Award shines a spotlight on extraordinary alumni aged 35 and under, recognizing them as rising stars who exemplify the core principles of San Antonio Academy graduates: scholarship, leadership, integrity, and brotherhood. One such exemplary recipient of this award is Mr. Matthew Myers, an alumnus who has pursued academic and professional excellence. He achieved magna cum laude status while earning his bachelor’s degree in economics and Spanish from Austin College. Later, he obtained his Juris Doctorate degree from Baylor Law School, where he stood out as the first graduate of its Leadership Development program and earned the distinction of Public Interest Fellow. Residing in San Antonio, Mr. Myers has become a prominent figure in the field of inbound U.S. and outbound global immigration law, particularly in employment
and investor immigration. His accomplishments have earned him recognition from prestigious publications and organizations, such as Austin Monthly Magazine, Best Lawyers in America, Super Lawyers, and The Scene in S.A. Magazine. Additionally, he has held significant leadership roles within the legal community, serving as Chair of the State Bar of Texas Immigration & Nationality Law Section and contributing to the Committee on Laws Relating to Immigration and Nationality. Mr. Myers’ dedication to his profession and his alma mater, as evidenced by his involvement with the SAA Alumni Council and participation in Academy events, underscores the values instilled during his formative years at SAA. He recalls, “the encouragement of different ideas and experiences and not needing to conform was beneficial and being well-rounded was something that was emphasized.”
Nominate them for the SAA Distinguished or Young Alumnus Awards at www.sa-academy.org/AlumniAwards
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Building Connection:
Parent Involvement
at SAA
For parents at San Antonio Academy, volunteering on campus goes beyond just contributing their time. It’s a gateway to forming deep connections and friendships that extend well beyond their children’s time at the school. Once parents enroll their children at The Academy, they quickly realize the value of being actively engaged in the school community. As a Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade school, parents have the unique opportunity to forge lasting friendships with the same families throughout their children’s academic journey. San Antonio Academy offers a diverse array of avenues for parents to get involved on campus. Whether it’s volunteering at taco, snack, or concession sales, taking on roles in fundraising events, participating in Father/Son Bible studies, or serving as class representatives, there’s no shortage of opportunities for parents to make a meaningful impact. Social events play a vital role in fostering connections as well. Events like the Back-to-School Bash, Fall Family Fair, SAA Soirée, and Sign & Go Parties all provide a fun and relaxed atmosphere for parents to meet, mingle, and enjoy fellowship. Attending on-campus performances, morning chapel, school lunches, and athletic games not only supports the students but also provides parents with valuable opportunities to become familiar with the school and its culture. At San Antonio Academy, parent involvement is more than just lending a helping hand. It’s about building friendships, embracing the Bond of Brothers, and creating a tight-knit community that extends beyond the school years. By actively engaging in the various opportunities offered by The Academy, parents forge lasting connections, contribute to their children’s education, and create cherished memories that will endure for years to come.
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Parent Education Series In April, internationally acclaimed psychologist, public speaker, and New York Times best-selling author, Dr. Wendy Mogel, visited The Academy to provide parents with helpful advice on raising boys to be self-reliant and successful young men. A heartfelt thank you to The Womack Family Counseling Fund and the Parents Club for making Dr. Mogel’s presentation possible.
How to Get
Involved
Week at a Glance Announcements
Father/Son Bible studies, event calls for volunteers, and more are announced in the weekly e-newsletter sent to current families. Parents Club All parents of SAA students are members of the Parents Club, an organization that comes together to support Academy families, students, faculty, and staff. All parents are welcome to attend the monthly meetings held in the Bondurant Library following chapel. Links to volunteer for Taco and Snack Sales, join a committee, and to reach out to the Parents Club are available on the Parents Club page of the SAA website: www.sa-academy.org/parentsclub Class Activities From providing stage makeup for the 8th Grade Shakespeare Play, to organizing a Pre-K Easter egg hunt, to helping at the Book Fair, SAA’s faculty welcomes parent volunteers for a variety of needs.
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Grandparents and Grandfriends:
SAA grandparents and grandfriends bring an extra sparkle to our campus with their boundless love and unwavering support. They go above and beyond, lending a hand with carpool, filling our performances and games with their presence, sharing special moments over lunch and chapel, and so much more! Their dedication truly lights up The Academy.
Grandparents also contribute to our school in meaningful ways. They generously give their time as volunteers, provide valuable leadership on our revitalized Grandparents’ Council led by Christine Haynes, and show their commitment through donations to The Academy Fund. Their involvement is a shining example of the strong bond among generations and the shared passion for nurturing our boys’ growth. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our SAA grandparents and grandfriends. Your presence and contributions make a world of difference in the lives of our students. Thank you for being part of the Academy family. Throughout the year, grandparents are invited to: Attend Morning Chapel Join their Grandson for Lunch Take Part in Grandparents and Grandfriends Day Festivities
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Financial Snapshot As of May 31, 2023
Total Student Enrollment: 299 Average Cost to Educate an Academy Boy: $27,028 Average Tuition and Fees: $24,233 Per Student Subsidy: $2,795
BALANCE SHEET
Operating Reserve: $2,969,271 Property Maintenance Reserve: $561,159 Other Reserves: $1,389,567 Endowment: $24,384,963
SCHOLARSHIPS AND TUITION ASSISTANCE Number Awarded: 49 Total Amount Awarded: $877,245
OPERATIONS REVENUE
Tuition & Fees: $6,368,444 Other Programs: $1,074,375 Events: $249,128 The Academy Fund: $622,675 Memorials & Honorary Gifts: $1,405 Endowment Income: $1,143,588 Restricted Giving: $1,039,552
Facilities (5%) Depreciation (10%)
Personnel Costs (72%)
General Operations (13%)
OPERATING COST SUMMARY
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Save the Date Grandparents and Grandfriends Day Friday, November 17 Cowboy Breakfast Friday, January 26 An Evening Under the Oak Thursday, March 21 Primary School Promotion & Gather Under the Oak Tree Thursday, May 23 138th Annual Commencement Friday, May 24 Summer At The Academy June 3 – July 26 San Antonio Academy admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. Accredited by The Independent Schools Association of the Southwest. A member of the National Association of Independent Schools.