Weekly Newsletter - Friday, August 8, 2025

"Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life. "


—John 8:12

Principal's Corner

Uniform/Bell Schedule

August 11-15

  • Monday, 11 | No School
  • Tuesday, 12 | No School
  • Wednesday, 13 - First Day of School
  • Mass Uniform
  • Special Schedule
  • Thursday, 14
  • Regular Uniform
  • Regular Schedule
  • Friday, 15
  • Spirit Dress
  • Mass Schedule


August 18-22

  • Monday, 18
  • Regular Uniform
  • Regular Schedule
  • Tuesday, 19
  • Mass Uniform
  • Mass Schedule
  • Wednesday, 20
  • Regular Uniform
  • Regular Schedule
  • Thursday, 21
  • Regular Uniform
  • Regular Schedule
  • Friday, 22
  • Spirit Dress or Regular Uniform
  • Regular Schedule

Quick Links

Among the many things we must tend to during our inservice preparations for school, we are blessed that we are able to exercise our faith. This week, we spent time in spiritual retreat, discussing the importance of fulfilling faith development as declared in our mission statement, celebrated Mass together and also in community with all other Catholic schools, and engaged in meaningful prayer services. We do not take for granted the opportunities offered to us to develop our faith as well as our lessons for the upcoming year.


Included among the other important information in this newsletter are links to the updated Student-Parent Handbook, a Changes and Clarifications sheet highlighting the most significant updates, and the Handbook Acknowledgement Form. Please review the handbook in its entirety when you are able and note that the Handbook Acknowledgement form can be completed either electronically or by turning in a hard copy to the front office. Handbook Acknowledgement Forms are due by September 1, 2025.


Our faculty and staff have been hard at work this week preparing for an exceptional school year. We are counting the days until we welcome our students back to campus next Wednesday! Before then, we really hope you will make plans to join us for our Back to School Mass this Sunday at 5:00 pm in our Chapel of the Saints. Following Mass, we will head over to the parking lot to take a look at the newly painted senior spots and enjoy some Kona Ice. We hope to see you there!


We hope you all enjoy your last weekend of summer!

Student-Parent Handbook Information


2025-2026 Student Parent Handbook 

The complete handbook with detailed information.


Changes and Clarifications Sheet 

Highlights handbook changes and updates.


Handbook Acknowledgment Form (digital)

Handbook Acknowledgment Form (print) 

All students must have a handbook acknowledgment form on record. These are due by 9/1/25. You may submit an electronic or hard copy.


Key Dates and Announcements

(If accessing email on mobile device, calendar is scrollable left and right.)

August 2025

Legend: Athletic Activities / School Functions / Other

Click here to view website calendar.

*Events are subject to change and/or be added. Additional event details and RSVP links can be found below.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

3

4

-Fall Sports Begin

-Alumni Signing Social

5



6

-Schedule Changes

-Tennis @ East Central

-V Tennis vs. O'Connor

7

-Schedule Changes

-Tennis @ Southwest

-V Tennis @ Warren

-VB Parent Meeting

8

-FTB Pictures and Social Media Day

-VB Scrimmage @ Steele / Clemens

-V Tennis @ NSID Tourn.

9

-V Tennis @ NSID Tourn.

-XC Time Trial

10

Welcome Back Family Mass

11

-Schedule Changes

-New! Marching Band Parent Meeting

12

-Schedule Changes

-MS Block Party

-VB vs. Clark

-V Tennis @ Brandeis

13

First Day of School

14

V VB @ Westwood Tourn.

15

-School Mass

-FTB Parent Meeting and Meet the Apaches

-V VB @ Westwood Tourn

-V Tennis @ 4TS

16

-V VB @ Westwood Tourn.

-New! XC Time Trial

17

18

-Tennis @ NB Canyon

-NEW! Golf Parent Meeting

19

School Mass

20

-NEW! Dance Parent Meeting

21

-V VB @ Fraulein

-FB Scrimmage @ Fredericksburg

22

-Freshmen Induction & Lock-in

-V VB @ Fraulein

-JV VB @ Devine

-V Tennis @ Churchill

23

-V VB @ Fraulein

-JV VB @ Devine

-Tennis A/B @ Stevens

24

25

-Senior Parent Night

-Freshman StuCo Elections Begin

26

-School Mass

-VB @ La Vernia

27

28

-V VB @ Tex Fest

-F/JV FB @ Holy Cross

29

-V VB @ Tex Fest

-V FB vs. Holy Cross

-V Tennis @ Pieper

30

-V VB @ Tex Fest

-FVB @ Saint Mary's Hall

31









September 2025

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday


1

No School

Labor Day

2

-V Tennis @ Brennan

-Eucharistic Ministers Training

-Baseball Parent Meeting

3

-Club Rush

-VB vs. Clemens

-Freshman Parent Night with the Counselors

4

-Lectors Training

-F/JV Football vs. Navarro

-Band Popcorn Fundraiser Begins

5

-V VB @ FAST

-F/JV VB vs. Long Creek

-V FB @ Navarro

-Tennis (A/B) vs. Marshall

6

-V VB @ FAST

-F VB @ IWHS

-XC @ Cedar Park

-GBSK Clinic/Showcase

Faith and Community

Welcome Back Mass


We invite all students and parents to come together as we kick off the school year in faith and fellowship. Join us for Mass at 5:00 p.m. in the Chapel of the Saints as we pray for a blessed and successful year ahead for our students, faculty, and staff.


Following Mass, enjoy a refreshing treat at our Kona Ice Social in the parking lot, where you’ll also get a first look at the creative and colorful senior-painted parking spaces—a fun tradition that sets the tone for an exciting school year.


We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, August 10 as we come together to celebrate our community and lift up the year in prayer.

2025-2026 Academic Calendar/First Day of School

Be on the lookout!

In the coming days as school gets going we will be sending out important information and forms needed for this year. Please keep an eye on your email. You can expect to see communication regarding the following:



- Click here - Back to School Email

- Student Parent Handbook & Handbook acknowledgement

- Required Health Forms

- How to get involved through PTC

Student Highlights/Event Recaps

Victoria Gass


Victoria Gass completed her first summer at the Voelker Biomedical Research Academy (VBRA). She learned the basics of research projects and matched with Dr. Ryu, PhD as her research mentor for the next three years. She is looking forward to continuing to be involved in the Biomedical research laboratory at UT Health San Antonio and discovering how genes regulate obesity and liver disease.

Deadlines Approaching - Act Now!

Antonian Program Ads


Celebrate Your Student, Support Their Passion!


Program ads are a great way to honor your child's hard work while giving back! Whether they’re in a club, on the field, or part of a campus organization, your ad directly supports their team or group.


Purchase your recognition ad today using the link below!

Share with your family and friends!

Middle School Students Invited to Volleyball Home Opener Block Party!

We’re kicking off the season with an exciting Home Opener Block Party, and middle school students are our special guests!


Join us on Tuesday, August 12, as the Lady Apaches of Antonian face off against Clark High School. Come early to enjoy an evening filled with fellowship, music, games, and sweet treats—a perfect way to experience Apache spirit and connect with our community!


Middle school students get in FREE with RSVP—plus one parent! Enjoy a sweet treat from Coco Leché Chocolatier, accepting both cash and credit.


Don't miss this fun-filled night of Apache pride! We look forward to seeing you there.

Counseling Corner

Schedule Change Make-Up Days

Counselors will be available on the afternoons of August 11 and August 12 to meet with students who still need to make schedule changes.


Students may stop by between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on either day.



Please note: Schedule changes will only be made in person. No changes will be processed via email or phone.

Senior Parent Night



At this event, Antonian counselors will provide an overview of the college admissions process, outline student requirements and important deadlines, and explain what seniors and their families can expect as they prepare for college applications and admissions.

Freshman Parent Night


This is a perfect time to become acquainted with the counseling department. Antonian counselors support your child(ren) from freshman to senior year.


Learn about everything counseling.

Booster Clubs and Fundraisers

Meet the Apaches & Parent Meeting


All football parents are required to attend an important informational meeting on Friday, August 15 at 6:00 p.m. in the Auditorium. Coaches will review expectations, schedules, and key details for the upcoming season.


Immediately following the meeting, join us for Meet the Apaches in the Gym—a special event to introduce our football teams and celebrate the start of the season.


Come show your Apache spirit!

External Scholarship Opportunities

27th Annual Hispanic Heritage Foundation's (HHF) Youth Awards!

Applications are now live for the HHF Youth Awards, offering up to $4,000 in educational grants to support the Class of 2026 as they pursue higher education or launch community projects.


We’re seeking students who have shown academic excellence, community impact, and achievement in categories like Community Service, Engineering, Green Sustainability, and Technology—with more added throughout the season. Visit www.HHFYouthAwards.com regularly for updates.


Eligibility Requirements:

  • Currently in high school, graduating spring 2026
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA (4.0 scale) or 7.5 (10.0 scale)
  • Plan to attend an accredited higher ed institution in 2026–2027
  • Attend the virtual ceremony, if selected


Recipients join a national network of 300,000+ leaders through HHF’s leadership pipeline.


Apply by November 2, 2025 at www.HHFYouthAwards.com

Questions? Email YouthAwards@hispanicheritage.org

Antonian College Preparatory High School

6425 West Ave.

San Antonio, TX 78213

(210) 344-9265

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