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A monthly newsletter for Grandparents and Grandfriends
to keep you connected with the exciting things happening at TMI.
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January & February 2021
Vol. 1 Issue 4
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Dear TMI Grandparents,
Thinking about grandparents brings the biggest smiles to all of us at TMI! Grandparents are just so special to us, and as we find ourselves celebrating love this month, we want to celebrate TMI Grandparents and the mutual love we have for our students. As a grandparent, you have a special bond with your grandchild that’s unique in significant ways. Here at TMI we celebrate love for your grandchildren every day. In fact, we made it our motto this year, Love your neighbor.
Grandparents show unconditional love and have an unwavering commitment to their grandchildren in the same way that TMI commits to growing and building better human beings everyday. Like you, TMI teaches important values, lessons and memories to pass on to future generations. Being a grandparent gives you a strong sense of purpose. There may be nothing you wouldn’t do to affirm, support, and connect with your grandkids. We stand by our commitment to provide the best education for your grandchildren.
Our Advancement Team is here to support you and your grandchildren throughout their TMI journey and beyond. If you are interested in learning more about being involved through events, volunteering and giving at TMI, please let us know at Advancement@tmi-sa.org.
With Love & Respect,
The TMI Advancement Team
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TMI Episcopal Chapel & Amphitheatre in the Snow,
February 2021
Thank you to Fr. Nate Bostian, Head Chaplain of TMI Episcopal, for the beautiful photo capturing our TMI campus under a freshly fallen blanket of snow.
On behalf of TMI administration, we extend our continued prayers for everyone who has been affected by the severe winter storm in Texas. We hope that you are all safe.
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You're invited! Join us as we celebrate the Best and Brightest at our Stars Over TMI gala and auction on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at La Cantera Resort and Spa in San Antonio, TX.
Stars Over TMI gala and auction is an elegant and fun party with a purpose! Started in 1995 by ’98 parent of alumni, Jerilyn Blanchard, and a small group of parent volunteers, Stars Over TMI was held outdoors on campus on what we refer to as “Stars Lawn” located in front of the Frost Athletic Building. Today, the event has grown to be TMI’s largest and most important fundraising event that fosters community and support from families, alumni, faculty, staff, parents of alumni, grandparents, business partners and friends of our school.
Every year, proceeds from the event go toward annual giving, which supports the operating budget, and helps close the gap between tuition and the actual cost of a TMI education. Monies raised from Stars Over TMI impact all aspects of TMI including student life, programs, professional development, technology, grounds and facilities and more.
A planning committee of dedicated volunteers and staff work together in creating a memorable and meaningful event. Leading our volunteer committee this year are Stars Over TMI Event Chairs, Lisa and Chuck Harthan, Parents of Chad ’17, Chloe ’21 & Claire ’24 and Alissa and Steven Moya, Parents of Alessandro ’20 & Stefano ’26.
This year’s 2021 Stars fundraiser will include an online auction April 1-April 8 and in-person gala and live auction on Saturday, April 10 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at the La Cantera Resort & Spa. For more information and to purchase tickets visit our website:
www.tmi-sa.org/stars2021
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ALL IN for TMI!
2020-2021 TMI Fund
We want to extend a BIG Thank You to TMI Grandparents & Friends who have supported this year’s TMI Fund annual giving campaign. The TMI Fund is our school’s single most important philanthropic priority of annual giving programs and is grounded by our school’s 127-year history of traditions and excellence. Our 2020-2021 goal is to raise $450,000 for TMI by the end of the school year.
To date, we only have $60,000 left to raise between now and May 31 and with everyone ALL IN, we know we can do it! Whether you're INspired, INvolved, or INvested, let us know that you're ALL IN for TMI. Every gift, every person, makes a difference.
Be ALL IN and GIVE TODAY at www.tmi-sa.org/give
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TMI's 2019-2020 Annual Report
The digital version of the TMI Annual Report (mailed in December 2020) is now available to view online here. In addition to the Donor Honor Roll, there are reports on the new Walker Innovation Center, student achievements, faculty milestones and – most important – our heartfelt gratitude for the generosity of the TMI community that makes it possible for our school to remain on the leading edge of innovation and excellence.
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Harrison commissioned as Cadet 2nd Lieutenant
Congratulations to newly-commissioned officer and TMI senior, Nathan Harrison, who was sworn in Wednesday, January 13 as a Cadet 2nd Lieutenant. Nathan serves as the Battalion S-4 (Supply Officer) within the Corps of Cadets. He received his oath by the Commandant in front of the entire Corps as his father, Fine Arts Teacher Mark Harrison, pinned on his new ranks.
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Corps of Cadets Best Drilled Squad and Cadets of the Month
BEST DRILLED SQUAD
Congratulations to the Best Drilled Squad, announced February 3, Alpha Company, 2nd Platoon, 1st Squad. Led by squad leader CDT Staff Sergeant Justin Khemalaap '24, the squad members proved their expertise in the area of marching drill, uniform appearance and Corps knowledge by scoring 168 points out of a possible 173. Squad members include Cadets Noah Bregman '23, Lindsay Blanton '24, & JP Tucker '24.
This win added points to Alpha Company for the end of the year MacArthur Cup.
CADETS OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to the February Cadets of the Month:
Middle School Cadet: Mitchell Talley '27
Upper School Cadet: Georgia Martinez '24
Congratulations to the January Cadets of the Month:
Middle School Cadet: Elizabeth Cubriel, '26
Upper School Cadet: Noah Bregman, '23
Congratulations to the Corps of Cadets Physical Training (PT) Team on taking 1st Place in the Male and Mixed Team categories at the Hirschi High School PT Competition. The team competed just before the Christmas break:
1st Place – Male Team: Jack Basil '21, Noah Bregman '23, Chaz Bregman '23 and Dylan Dorgan '24
1st Place – Mixed Team: James Cohoon '23, Gretchen Tiede '23, Gabby Beck '23, and Will Castellano '24
Individual Overall Male – TMI 1st Place: Jack Basil '21
Individual Overall Mixed – TMI 1st Place: Will Castellano '24
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Girls varsity swim team wins TAPPS Division II state title,
boys 2nd
Congratulations to our girls varsity swim team on winning their first TAPPS Division II state title on Tuesday, February 9 and also becoming the first all-girls TMI team to claim a state title! Freshman Emily Kitayama was named the Girls Division II Bruce Rollins Swimmer of the Meet. The boys varsity swim team took 2nd place, making them the TAPPS Division II state runner up. The combined girls and boys teams scores made TMI the overall (unofficial) TAPPS combined state champion. Our varsity girl swimmers broke two TAPPS records, five school records, and – in addition to the state title – claimed two state champions, two state champion relay teams, and two bronze medals. Read more details here.
Congratulations to the varsity swim team on breaking another school record on Friday, January 8! The girls 200 Medley Relay team of Calista Kelner, Meredith Holcomb, Emily Kitayama, and Gabby Beck took down the last team relay record. Their time of 1:58.48 bested the 4-year-old medley relay record by a little under half a second!
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Boys soccer wins 8th straight District title
On Tuesday, February 2, the TMI boys soccer team clinched its 8th straight District title with a victory over Austin Regents. The Boys soccer team is also ranked 10th in the San Antonio Express-News – the only private school in the ranking. Congratulations, Panthers!
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Parra sets record for most goals in San Antonio
Congratulations to varsity soccer player and senior, Patricio Parra, on setting the record for most goals for all of San Antonio! Patricio scored 3 goals on January 12 during the match against Saint Mary's Hall, putting him at 117 career goals and breaking the current record in San Antonio. Patricio tied Taft's Carl Junot with 105 last year and this year surpasses Southwest J.P. Ortiz' record of 115. Patricio has signed, committed and been accepted to play at Cornell University next year.
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Tennis team celebrates
back-to-back victories
Congratulations to the Mens and Womens Tennis team for
back-to-back victories over Antonian and Cornerstone.
Special Congratulations to:
freshman Aiden Notzon for beating the #1 player at Antonian, senior Elizabeth Wray for beating the #2 player at Antonian, junior Payton Bryant for overcoming a 5-1 deficit to beat the #1 player at Antonian 7-5, and freshmen Jay Perry for beating the #1 and #2 singles players from Cornerstone.
Other team members contributing to the victories were: sophomore Nathan Harrison, sophomore AJ Liang, freshman Leo Perry, freshman Santiago Reding-Ortiz, freshman Kaleb Yu, junior Ayden Parish, junior Sofia Galindo, junior Hannah Barrow, senior Sydney Serratos, and freshman Hannah Jackson.
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Basketball playoffs update
Boys varsity basketball finished 3rd in the district, they play Incarnate Word Academy of Corpus Christi on Saturday, February 27 at 2:30 p.m. (away game).
Girls varsity basketball is still fighting for a playoff spot and could clinch one with a win against Austin Regents this week.
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Parra named to
All-Area SuperTeamCongratulations to freshman Marcelo Parra on being named to the 2020 All-Area Super Team for boys cross country.
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Scholastic Art Award Recipients
Congratulations to this year's San Antonio Scholastic Art Awards recipients:
Isabella Grossman, 12th Grade: 1 Gold Key, 1 Silver Key, 1 Honorable Mention
Chloe Harthan, 12th Grade: 2 Gold Keys, 5 Silver Keys, 1 Honorable Mention
Sara Homma, 11th Grade: 6 Gold Keys, 1 Silver Key, 1 Honorable Mention
Anghelina Opinca, 12th Grade: 1 Gold Key, 2 Silver Keys, 5 Honorable Mentions Gretchen Tiede, 10th Grade: 2 Silver Keys, 1 Honorable Mention
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Two students named as Finalists in "Sounds Like KPAC" contest
Congratulations to sophomores Gabby Beck and Auden Murphy on being named Finalists in the “Sounds Like KPAC” annual competition; Gabby finished in the Top 3. Texas Public Radio put out the call for students in their listening area to share how classical music inspires them, and eight finalists were selected to have their works of poems, a short story, and a personal essay shared on the TPR website. You can see their work online here.
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Rising 9th Grade Alkek, Gresham, and Frost Scholars
Congratulations to our 2021-2022 rising 9th grade Alkek, Gresham, and Frost scholarship recipients (pictured left to right above):
Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Scholarships recognize two students who have a record of high academic achievement, contribute to his or her community through extracurricular involvement, and demonstrate upstanding character and strong leadership
Alkek Scholar - Ivana Kovalska, St. Luke's Episcopal School
Alkek Scholar - Mara Flores, Keystone School
Rupert N. Gresham, Jr. Scholarship recognizes one student with a record of high academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, models the highest character and integrity, and exercises positive leadership inside and outside the classroom.
Gresham Scholar - Kaden Fenno, BASIS
Tom C. Frost Merit Award recognizes students with an impressive academic and extracurricular record who embodies the mission of TMI.
Frost Scholar - Olivia Talley, returning TMI student
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Faculty News
LePort published in the December journal Teaching Theology & Religion
Congratulations to Humanities Teacher Dr. Brian LePort on having his short article "Teaching Digital Discernment to Emerging Generations" accepted for publication in the December 2020 issue of the journal Teaching Theology & Religion.
The article discusses an exercise he's done in his class where students critically examine information about the Bible found on the Internet by sifting it through a rubric that was created in collaboration with TMI's Head Chaplain Fr. Nate Bostian.
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TMI Livestream
Watch our upcoming athletic games on the TMI livestream. View all upcoming events here.
To subscribe and watch the events go to:
www.nfhsnetwork.com/schools/tmithe-episcopal-sch-of-texas-san-antonio-tx
All HOME REGULAR SEASON GAMES are free to watch.
These events are brought to you by the TMI Athletics Department in partnership with the Community Engagement Council (CEC).
TMI Live Stream is presented by our Premier Sponsor, North Park Chevrolet in Castroville
Additional thanks to our Seasonal Sponsor,
CommuniCare Health Center
For information about sponsorsorship opportunities, please contact the Advancement Office at advancement@tmi-sa.org.
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TMI Spirit Store and
Mask Store
Shop the Online Spirit Store
Shop TMI's online Spirit Store here; all items will be shipped directly to you.
Don't forget to shop the CEC's online TMI Mask Store for school-approved masks; all proceeds from the mask store benefit TMI students.
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MISSION
TMI provides an exceptional education with values based on the teachings of Jesus Christ that challenge motivated students to develop their full potential in service and leadership.
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