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DAILY ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2009-2010

ANNOUNCEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

All announcements are read in the morning and some only in the afternoon. Announcements are the responsibility of the Communications Officer. For questions or comments, please call Mr. Nick Garcia at 344-9265 ext.108 or email him at ngarcia@antonian.org.

FRIDAY MAY 7, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

Saint Agnes of Rome. Saint Anne. Saint Anthony of Padua. Saint Eugene of Mazenod. Saint Joachim. Saint Joan of Arc. Saint John the Apostle. Saint Jose Maria Escriva. Saint Juan Diego. Saint Longinus. Saint Luke the Evangelist. Saint Maria Goretti. Saint Mark the Evangelist. Saint Matthew the Apostle. Saint Padre Pio. Saint Rose of Lima. Saint Therese of Lisieux. Saint Thomas Aquinas. Saint Vincent de Paul. All Holy men and women. PRAY FOR US.

Coach Rodriguez would like to thank the varsity softball program for a great season. The girls fell short last night against St. Pius. Highlights included three solid hits by Caitlin McBrearty and excellent pitching by Maricela Bissaro. The girls walked away as this years district champs and are looking forward to next year's season.

Your Apache baseball team will be going for their first ever TAPPS regional baseball championship tomorrow when they take on St. Thomas here at Antonian. The first pitch is set for 1:00 pm. If you haven't seen your Apaches yet this year, tomorrow will be a good game to attend. The weather will be nice and the game looks to be a good one, so come out and support your apaches.

Attention all young ladies who are interested in basketball and who would like to attend a Silver Stars game for FREE: Stop by and see Coach Ross. Guys are also welcome.

Congratulations to the Drama Society's new executive board! President: Clarissa Schwab. VP: Kat Thompson. Secretary: Emily Lyssy. Treasurer: Vince Keller. Historian: Katy Cooley. Empress of Tech: Isabella Santos. Prince Tech: Carlos Cardin. Class Rep's Ciara Rizzo, Lauren Lammert, and Rodrigo Cantu. We're having a short executive meeting TODAY right after school See me if you can't be there!

Ambassadors planning to be at the incoming freshman mixer: Please see a partial sign up at Mrs. Montemayor's office and also vote on which games to play. Do this TODAY!

Wrist bands will be sold for next week's free dress week after school in the front office.

Come to the last Apache Life of the year next Tuesday, May 11 from 6:30-8:00 pm in the gallery. We will talk about how to keep up your summer. Bring your friends, a towel, and an extra set of clothes for the water balloon fight. You've only got one more chance to get a life at Apache Life!

The ACP band will have their Spring band concert on May 10th @ 7:00 pm. Tickets will be sold by any band member or at the door. Raffle items include: 1st prize-an Apple iPad, 2nd prize-a $50.00 gift card, and 3rd prize-a $25.00 gift card. There will also be other door prizes. Come support the Apache band!

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

All Sophomores and Junior Parents: It's time to apply for summer programs if you are interested. Go to the main website the fifth link down is Counseling/Guidance. On our web page you will scroll down to the sixth (6th) link. It will say "College Visits and Summer Programs." Please call the Counseling Office if you have any questions.

Attention Juniors: If you are interested in the Notre Dame Pre-College programs, please look at the Counseling/Guidance website. Scroll down to summer programs for more information or come by the Counseling Office.

Happy Birthday to Jeremy Anaya, Elizabeth Cavazos, Joseph Dedick, Madeline Ramon, Andrew Sanders, and Ms. Mireles. Have a blesssed day!

THURSDAY MAY 6, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

Happy Birthday to Carla Cortez, Andrew Flores, Mia Garza, Andre Juarez, Hazel Lopez, Raymond Mattes, and Gavriella Villarreal. Have a blesssed day!

WEDNESDAY MAY 5, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

Students: Sign up to go to SAMM's shelter today in Mr. Elizalde's room.

Any NHS member and their families who are attending the banquet TODAY, please turn in your money ASAP.

Would you like a free dress next week? If you would, see Coach Rodriguez today through Friday during all lunches. The cost will be $10 which will go to pay for the paintings of the Saints in the Chapel.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Happy Birthday to Ashley Monsivais and Mrs. Hallfrish. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY MAY 4, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

Attention all Sophomore parents: Head Counselor, Mrs. Ramirez, distributed transcripts in all Sophomore advisories. Please contact her if you have any questions.

After 1st period, SENIORS should report to the auditorium in preparation for Mass. Seniors will miss 2nd period. JUNIORS should report to the auditorium during advisory today. FRESHMAN will have their scholar bowl elimination round during advisory, and the school finals will be during the pep rally this afternoon.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Happy Belated and Happy Birthday to Stephen Beiter, Daria Johansson, Jarrett Pawalek, Jasmine Acosta, Alex Bissaro, William Oyarzabal, Sam Nguy, Marcos Perry, Caitlin McBrearty, John Mackenzie O'Connel, Anthony Granato, and Mrs. Toscano. Have a blessed day!

MONDAY MAY 3, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

Attention Students: Remember that the Student Center is closed today. Lunch will be in the gym today.

The Apache softball team won their bi-district game on Saturday against John Paul High School. The girls had an 11-0 shutout and played an all around solid game. Thank you to all the fans who came to cheer on the Apaches as they make their way towards State!

Congratulations to the Apache baseball team for beating Faith Christian last Friday by a score of 14-6. Neffie Rodriguez had 4 RBI's including a 3-run homerun. Jake Hinojosa had three hits and Matt Smith got on base five times. Dylan Romo pitched the complete game and got the victory. The Apaches will host St. Thomas on Saturday here at Antonian for the regional championship, with the winner going to State in Waco. First pitch is set for 1:00 pm.

There will be another "free dress" week next week to help pay for the rest of the chapel. It will be $10.00 for the week. Coach Rodz will be selling wrist bands this Tuesday-Friday during lunch.

Matthew's Closet Members: You can sign up to go to the shelter this afternoon by going to Mr. Elizalde's room.

Interested in sports medicine or athletic training? Learn the basics of athletic training knowledge and skills such as injury evaluation, prevention, rehab, and taping skills at the Texas Longhorns Sports Medicine Camp being held on June 25-28 at the University of Texas at Austin. Come by the athletic training room in the Lego Gym for more information.

Attention all Sophomore parents: Head Counselor, Mrs. Ramirez, distributed transcripts in all Sophomore advisories. Please contact her if you have any questions.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

THURSDAY APRIL 29, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

Father John will be available TODAY all day to hear confessions.

Attention students who like to eat lunch: The Cafeteria will be closed on Monday. We will be having lunch in the gym on Monday. You may bring your own lunch, but there will be no microwaves available. Sack lunches will be on sale in the gym.

The Apache softball team had a tremendous win against Holy Cross winning 10-0 after only 5 innings. Highlights include 8 runs scored in the 2nd inning alone, and doubles hit by Katelyn Beiter and LeeAnn Campos. Last night's game rounded off the team's district games and left them with a 9-1 record. The first bi-regional game will be this Saturday at 11:00 am here at Antonian against John Paul High School from Dallas. Come out and support your state-bound Apache softball team!

Congratulations to the JV white baseball team for finishing their season strong, winning their last two, including a final win against St. Gerard's by a score of 8-3. Good job to the JV baseball players for their dedication and hard work this year.

Your district champ varsity Apaches play their first round playoff game this Friday here at Antonian starting at 5:00 pm against Faith Christian. Come out and support the team!

The Drama Society invites all to the Spring play, The Brewster Club, a wacky teen comedy set in the 1980's. Showing times will be TONIGHT and Monday (5/3/2010) at 7:00 pm. Friday and Saturday's showtimes will begin at 7:30 pm. Come for the music, come for the laughs, come for the hair, and come for the fun!

Ambassadors: The date of the incoming freshman mixer has finally been set for May 15 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. If you are interested in helping plan the event, please attend a meeting immediately after school this Friday April 30 in the student center.

The nationally award winning Antonian Silver Dancers invite you to the annual spring show this Saturday, May 1 at 7:00 pm in the gym. The team will perform this year's competition routines, class tribute dances, and will introduce and welcome new members of the 2010-2011 team. While you are there, be sure to check out some great silent auction packages. Desserts and beverages will be provided. For more information, speak to any Antonian silver dancer.

Anyone interested in running for class office must attend an interesting meeting in the library during advisory on Friday, April 30.

Any NHS member and their families who are attending the banquet next Wednesday, May 5, please turn in your money by this Friday, April 30.

All NHS members are to turn in their tutoring hours by Wednesday, May 5. Seniors who do not turn in their hours will not be able to wear their NHS stole at graduation events.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Happy Birthday to Claudia Hernandez, Bianca Rodriguez, and Jorge Sanchez. Have a blessed day.

WEDNESDAY APRIL 28, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

Tomorrow’s Honor Convocation will begin at 8:30 a.m. instead of 9:00 a.m.

A very special congratulations goes to the Antonian track and field as they competed in the TAPPS south regional championship this past Monday at Central Catholic.

In the girls division, Nicole Martinez, Susana Guerrero, Olivia Lopez, Elizabeth Lyssy, and Emily Leonard paced the way for the Lady Apaches to a south regional championship. This marks the 2nd straight year the ladies have been crowned regional champions.

In the boys division, Chris Ivone, Ricky Delgado, Matt Gazda, Zeke Rozmus, and Brandon Parker lead the way for the men as they also captured the team title. They moved up 3 spots from last year's 4th place finish.

The track teams will be back in action on Friday and Saturday May 7 and 8 in Waco for the TAPPS state championship.

Congratulations to the boys golf team with a strong 4th place finish at the state golf meet. Led by Eddie DeVane and Alex Bissaro, both with top 10 and all-state finishes, the team won in a dramatic team playoff on the first playoff hole. John Cooper, Andre Ramirez, Phil Coelho, and Ben Kalter all contributed to the teams high finish. Also great job to Lori Martinez and Stephanie Uy as they both finished in the top 20 as individual medalists.

Anyone interested in running for class office must attend an interesting meeting in the library during advisory on Friday, April 30.

Congratulations to Mrs. Hernandez and her husband for the newest addition to the Antonian family: Zadella Analy Hernandez who was born last week weighing in at 6lbs. 12 oz.

Scholar bowl will be postponed until tomorrow with the exception of the freshman. Freshman scholar bowl participants shall vote before coming to the auditorium today.

If anyone has found a black and gold jabbawakki mask from the talent show, please return it to Brandon Parker or Mr. Hayward.

Fr. John will be available tomorrow to hear confessions.

The Apache softball team plays their last district game tomorrow night against Holy Cross at Antonian at 6:30 pm. The girls will also have a bi-district game Saturday, May 1, at Antonian. Come out and support your Apaches as they make their way towards state.

Any NHS member and their families who are attending the banquet next Wednesday, May 5, please turn in your money by this Friday, April 30.

All NHS members are to turn in their tutoring hours by Wednesday, May 5. Seniors who do not turn in their hours will not be able to wear their NHS stole at graduation events.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

There are no birthdays today. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY APRIL 27, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

Come to Apache Life at 6:30 pm TONIGHT in the gallery. The theme this week is temptation. Bring your friends to discuss this important topic.

All new and current NHS officers are to meet after school tomorrow, Tuesday, April 27 in room 204 for a brief meeting.

Any NHS member and their families who are attending the banquet next Wednesday, May 5, please turn in your money by this Friday, April 30.

All NHS members are to turn in their tutoring hours by Wednesday, May 5. Seniors who do not turn in their hours will not be able to wear their NHS stole at graduation events.

The Antonian Liturgical Choir will rehearse after school in the gallery today.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

There are no birthdays today. Have a blessed day.

MONDAY APRIL 26, 2010

Litany of the saints morning prayer:

The Antonian Tennis Team travelled to Waco for the state meet this past weekend. Everyone played well despite the rain delays and abbreviated scoring system. Jared Thomas, Mary Luckett, and Audrey Camero should all be commended for reaching the quarterfinals. Thanks to everyone who travelled to Waco in support of the team. Please remember the tennis awards banquet on Wednesday. Tickets will be available at lunchtime today.

Attention:

The 2010 Tennis Awards dinner is Wednesday, April 28th 6:00pm to 8:30pm in the Antonian Student Center. Tickets are $10 per person. Tickets are still being sold and may be purchased from Coach Rod. Last day to purchase a ticket is TODAY. No tickets will be sold at the door. Casual dress/no shorts or flip flops

On Saturday, Junior Luciano Villanueva slammed two 2-run homers and pitched five innings while giving up only 4 hits, leading the district champ Apaches over Holy Cross 9-2. The Apaches totaled 15 hits and scored in five of seven innings, improving their ditrict record to 7-0. The Apaches have now won 8 of their last 9 games and wrap up district play tonight at home, senior night, against St. Anthony's. Come out and enjoy a nice evening as we salute our seniors.

All new and current NHS officers are to meet after school tomorrow, Tuesday, April 27 in room 204 for a brief meeting.

Any NHS member and their families who are attending the banquet next Wednesday, May 5, please turn in your money by this Friday, April 30.

All NHS members are to turn in their tutoring hours by Wednesday, May 5. Seniors who do not turn in their hours will not be able to wear their NHS stole at graduation events.

Attention all Matthew's Closet Members: We will go to SAMM's shelter today after school at 3:45. Please meet in Mr. Elizalde's room after school.

Are you interested in neurology? If so, you are invited to attend a field trip with the med team on Tuesday, April 27. See Ms. Ramon as soon as possible: there are only 15 spaces available.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Belated Birthday to Astri Farber, Sean Flanagan, Erika Aburto, Benjamin Kalter, Steven Otake, Andrew Ramirez, Gavriela Serna, and Mrs. Arizpe.

Happy Birthday to Michelle Alanis. Have a blessed day.

WEDNESDAY APRIL 17, 2010

PRAYER TO ST. JOSEPH FOR PROTECTION. (THIS PRAYER WAS TAKEN FROM THE BOOKLET "DEVOTIONS OF SAINT JOSEPH" BY BRIAN MOORE, S.J., PRINTED AND PUBLISHED BY THE SOCIETY OF ST. PAUL.)

Great Saint Joseph,

you guided our Lord, Jesus Christ, in his boyhood and young manhood,

and he called you his father.

Be a father to me, since Jesus has made me his brother. You worked for him; you taught him to work.

Teach me too.

You kept him safe in the flight into Egypt;

keep me safe in my journey through life.

Let me never turn aside from the right road

of the love of our Lord,

and of faith and hope in Him.

May I, as you did,

have Jesus and Mary at my deathbed;

and, as you are,

may I be united with them forever in Heaven.

Because of the holiday and prom on Friday, Saturday school will be postponed until next Saturday May 1.

Attention Talent Show MC's, sound and light crew, and stage and curtain crew: We will have a brief meeting after school in the gallery.

Come out for a beautiful day at the ball park and see your 1st place Apaches baseball team take on St. Michael's today here at Antonian. First pitch is set for 5:00pm.

The Apache softball team had a valiant effort last night against St. Michael's falling short 2-1 after 9 innings. Highlights include 15 strikeouts by Maricela Bissaro and a double hit by LeeAnn Campos. The girls remain 1st in district with an 8-1 record, and will play Holy Cross next Wednesday at 6:00 at Antonian. Come out and support your Apache softball team.

A congratulations is in order for one of our very own. For those that did not see the Sunday paper, Coach Breck Ross was featured as a runner-up for the San Antonio area girls basketball Coach of the Year! Please swing by today and tell him congratulations!

Attention all Latin Club officers: We will be taking your yearbook photo TODAY. Please report to Ms. Nagel's room immediately after school TODAY.

Everyone involved with the Talent Show needs to meet in the auditorium at 7:30 on Thursday morning dressed and ready to go. Don't be late!

The Antonian Boys Basketball program received accolades in the this Sunday's Express-News Parade of Champions publication honoring the best in high school basketball, soccer, swimming and diving. The team received a final city ranking of 7th ahead of Churchill, MacArthur and Taft. In addition Apache Junior Jon Holmes was honored with a San Antonio Super Team selection and Private Schools MVP. Along with Holmes, Senior Center Jacob Cukjati, and Junior Guard Eric Garza were named 1st team All District. Senior Guard Anthony Gabriel, Junior Guard Jake Bishop and Sophomore Forward Jerred Kite were named 2nd Team All District.

3 silver rings have been misplaced. They were last seen on the Lego-gym sill. A reward will be given for the return of ALL the rings. 1ST RING: A band of multiple leaves 2ND RING: A simple band with a small cross (James Avery). 3RD RING: A bendable white silver plain ring.

Those interested in participating in the 2010 scholar bowl must sign up with Mrs. Bartlett by 3:30 TOMORROW April 21.

The 2010 Tennis Awards dinner is Wednesday, April 28 from 6-8:30 pm in the Antonian Student Center. Tickets are $10 per person. Tickets will be on sale Monday April 19 and be purchased from Coach Rodz. Last day to purchase tickets will be Monday April 26. No tickets will be sold at the door.

Are you interested in Neurology? If so, you are invited to attend a field trip with the Med Team on Tuesday, April 27. See Ms. Ramon as soon as possible-there are only 15 spaces available.

All Matthew's Closet Members: Please sign up for a trip to SAMM's shelter in Mr. Elizalde's room. Wednesday's trip will be "piñata" day which we will give to the kids. Don't forget to sign up.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Elisa Forestier, Amanda Garza, and Danielle Garza. Have a blessed day!

TUESDAY APRIL 20, 2010

Because Saint Joseph was the representative of our Heavenly Father on earth, because he acted as Christ's father in his life on earth, he is divinely appointed head of the Holy Family. The Holy Family of Saint Joseph, The Blessed Mother, and the Son of God is the beginning and the model for the great family of God, His Church here on earth. In this way, Saint Joseph is father to all of us.

http://www.domestic-church.com/CONTENT.DCC/19980301/SAINTS/STJOE.HTM

Congratulations to the varsity baseball team for beating Central Catholic yesterday for the third time this year, this time by a score of 6-2. The Apaches scored 6 times in the second inning and then cruised to the victory behind the pitching of Dylan Romo. The big hit in the second inning was a 2-run double by Danny Martinez. The Apaches are now 5-0 in district and play St. Michael's tomorrow here at Antonian.

The JV team travels to South San today for their 4:30 game. Good luck to them!

Everyone involved with the talent show needs to meet in the auditorium at 7:30pm on Thursday morning dressed and ready to go. Don't be late!

Are you interested in Neurology? If so, you are invited to attend a field trip with the Med Team on Tuesday, April 27. See Ms. Ramon as soon as possible-there are only 15 spaces available.

All Matthew's Closet Members: Please sign up for a trip to SAMM's shelter in Mr. Elizalde's room. Wednesday's trip will be "piñata" day which we will give to the kids. Don't forget to sign up.

Tjose interested in participating in the 2010 scholar bowl must sign up with Mrs. Bartlett by 3:30 TOMORROW April 21.

Happy birthday to Jacqueline Huizar, Brianna Lopez, Valerie Torres, and Mrs. Segura.

Happy belated birthday to Namdi Alabogo and Brianna Somohano.

FRIDAY APRIL 16, 2010

The following is an excerpt from a reflection of Pope Benedict XVI on St. Joseph:

Speaking to the crowd and to his disciples, Jesus declared, "you have only one Father" (Mt 23:9). There is but one fatherhood, that of God the Father, the one creator of the world, "of all that is seen and unseen." Yet man, created in the image of God, has been granted a share in this one paternity of God (cf. Eph 3:15). Saint Joseph is a striking case of this, since he is a father, without fatherhood according to the flesh. He is not the biological father of Jesus, whose father is God alone, and yet he lives his fatherhood fully and completely. To be a father means above all to be the service of life and growth. Saint Joseph, in this sense, gave proof of great devotion. For the sake of Christ he experienced persecution, exile and the poverty which this entails. He had to settle far from his native town. His only reward was to be with Christ. His readiness to do all these things illustrates the words of Saint Paul: "It is Christ the Lord whom you serve" (Col 3:24).

Today's track meet at Central has been cancelled; therefore, there will be regularly scheduled practice today/ Please be at the track by 3:50pm.

Interested in sports medicine and the field of athletic training? Learn the basics of athletic training knowledge and skills such as injury evaluation, injury prevention, injury rehabilitation, and taping skills at the Texas Longhorns Sports Medicine Camp. The camp will be held on June 25 through June 28 at the University of Texas at Austin. Come by the athletic training room in the lego gym for more information.

Attention students ages 14-17: Check with your Theology teacher regarding a great opportunity to volunteer at Christa Santa Rosa Hospital this summer. You need to apply for this opportunity by April 30, so pick up an application today if you are interested.

Attention Juniors and Seniors: Coach Rodz will be at lunch TODAY to collect prom forms and take names of dates from other schools. Please find her at lunch to give her this information. She will be accepting forms through next Tuesday.

Are you looking for a summer job? Parker uniforms is hiring for summer help. For more information please see Mrs. Montemayor.

Those interested in participating in the 2010 scholar bowl must sign up with Mrs. Bartlett by 3:30 on April 21.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Mr. Romo. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY APRIL 13, 2010

St. Josemaria Escriva visited Mexico in 1970. While there, he had contemplated an image of Our Lady of Guadalupe handing a rose to Juan Diego. He said that he would like to die like that: looking at the Blessed Mother while she offered him a flower.

In 1975 he celebrated 50 years of priesthood. After an event commemorating this milestone, he returned tired to his office where an image of Our Lady of Guadalupe hung. Entering the office, he glanced at the image and said to another priest who had accompanied him, "I don't feel well." He collapsed on the floor dead with the image of Our Lady of Guadalupe that presided over his office, receiving his last glance on earth.

Congratulations to the varsity baseball team for beating St. Stephen's last night 10-5. Luciano Villanueva got the pitching victory and also slammed a towering 3-run homerun. Phil DeTremp pitched the final four innings to seal the victory. The varsity plays at Central Catholic tomorrow night.

The JV red team also beat St. Stephen's 10-0. Paul Miller pitched a 1-hit game to earn the victory.

Attention Juniors and Seniors: Coach Rodz will be at lunch Tuesday-Thursday to collect prom forms and take names of dates from other schools. Please find her at lunch to give her this information.

Are you looking for a summer job? Parker uniforms is hiring for summer help. For more information please see Mrs. Montemayor.

Attention Med Team: We will be taking yearbook pictures TODAY. Please meet on the front porch right after school and please be prompt.

Attention Matthew's Closet members: If you wish to go to the shelter today after school, please sign-up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 3:45 and return at 5:30.

Sophomores and Juniors interested in running for executive student council must attend a mandatory meeting Thursday April 15 during advisory in the library conference room.

Those interested in participating in the 2010 scholar bowl must sign up with Mrs. Bartlett by 3:30 on April 21.

Join us at Apache Life TODAY from 6:30-8 pm in the Gallery for the prayer fair! Bring your friends for an evening full of music and fun. If you don't have a life come get one at Apache Life!

The last Big Brother/Big Sister event is TODAY. All participants must bring a sack lunch and wear their t-shirt.

Attention all seniors: Please be sure to bring all college acceptance letters and scholarship and grant offer letters to Mrs. Ramirez ASAP.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Elizabeth Lyssy, Emily Lyssy, and Eric Siciliano.

MONDAY APRIL 12, 2010

When Saint Josemaría first arrived in Rome on the evening of June 23, 1946, he took up lodgings in a little apartment at the very top of a building in the Piazza Città Leonina, just a short distance away from Saint Peter’s Basilica. When night fell, he went out onto the covered balcony overlooking the Apostolic Palace where Pope Pius XII lived. From there he could see the windows of the Pope’s apartment. Deeply moved, he began praying for the Holy Father.
On October 6, 2002, from very early in the morning, prayers for the Pope and the Church rose up from the huge crowd that filled not only Saint Peter’s Square, but also the Via della Conciliazione, and many of the surrounding streets and squares as well. The authorities calculated that a total of 450,000 to 500,000 people had come to celebrate Saint Josemaría’s canonization. For many of them it was their first visit to Rome; and for some, it was probably the only time they would be there in their whole lifetime.

http://www.josemariaescriva.info/article/days-of-prayer-and-thanksgiving

Antonian participated in the 2010 State TAPPS Competition this past weekend. Congratulations to all those who participated. Results from the competition are as follows:

Advanced Math

2nd Place - Alex Konradi

Computer Science

5th Place - Alex Konradi

Number Sense

2nd Place - Alex Konradi

Calculator Applications

1st Place - Andrew Bieterman

2nd Place - Becky Sauceda

4th Place - Michael Cervantez

Overall School

5th Place

The second annual Antonian JV/non-district tennis tournament was held on Saturday. Antonian players did very well and won 1st place in three of the four divisions. "A" division winners were Matt Keller, Jacob Miller, Emily Howard, and Monica Matlock. "B" division winners were Angelica Martinez and Gabriella Montelongo. Congratulations to all the players!

Congratulations to the varsity baseball team for beating St. Anthony's Saturday by a score of 11-7. The Apaches got out to an 8-0 lead early but the Yellowjackets came back with 4 runs to make the game interesting. However, Neffie Rodriguez' 2-run homerun in the 7th sealed the victory. Dylan Romo got the victory to improve his record to 7-1. The Apaches are now 4-0 in district and play St. Stephen's of Austin tonight in a non-district match at Trinity University starting at 7:00 pm.

The JV Red team also beat St. Anthony's Saturday by a score of 16-11. Max Hienzelman got the victory for the Apaches. They play St. Stephen's today at 5:00pm here at Antonian.

The JV White team lost two hard-fought games this weekend. The first to St. Anthony by a score of 7-6 and the second to New Braunfels by a score of 8-2.

Ambassadors: Please remember your letters to the incoming freshman are due today! Please return them to Mrs. Montemayor as soon as possible.

Everyone involved in the Talent Show: Check the signs in Ms. Hunt's and Ms. Copfer's rooms TODAY to see when you are scheduled to perform. Make sure you bring in all music and lyrics TODAY. Dress rehearsals are Thursday and Friday - you must be there to be in the Talent Show. If you have any questions, stop in room 102 or 308.

The last Big Brother/Big Sister event will be TOMORROW. All participants must bring a sack lunch and wear their t-shirt.

Join us at Apache Life TOMORROW from 6:30-8:00pm in the gallery for the prayer fair. Bring your friends for an evening full of music and fun! IF you don't have a life, come get one at Apache Life!

Attention all Seniors: Please be sure to bring all college acceptance letter and scholarship and grant offer letters to Mrs. Ramirez ASAP.

Those interested in participating in the 2010 scholar bowl must sign up with Mrs. Bartlett by 3:30 on April 21.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Belated Birthday to Troy Prince, Corey Murray, and Jacob Cukjati.

Happy Birthday to Kassie DeVane and Alejandra DiCostanzo. Have a blessed day.

FRIDAY APRIL 9, 2010

After 3 years of serving as a priest, St. Josemaria "saw" the will of God one day while on retreat. He rarely spoke about this event, however when he did, he used the verb see to refer to that supernatural intervention: it was an intellectual vision of Opus Dei such as God wished it to be and as it would be down through the centuries.

What was it that he saw? He saw people of every nation and race, of every age and culture, seeking and finding God right in the middle of their ordinary life, their work, their family, and their friendships. People who looked for Jesus in order to love him and to live his holy life until they were completely transformed and made into saints. Saints in the world. A tailor saint, a baker saint, an office saint, a factory worker saint. A saint, seemingly like everyone else around him, but deeply identified with Jesus Christ. A person who directs all his activity to God, who sanctifies in his work and sanctifies others through it. A person who Christianizes his surroundings, who with warm simple friendships also helps his neighbor to come closer to Jesus-someone who Christian faith is contagious.

http://www.josemariaescriva.info/article/the-founding-of-opus-dei

When you get out at noon TODAY, make sure you get lunch from Order-Up. Mention Antonian Tennis when you order, and 20% of your purchase will go to the Tennis Team! Thank you for your support.

Congratulations to the boys and girls track & field teams as the competed in the Nixon-Smiley invitational last night.

The boys finished 2nd and had many solid performances, as well as the girls who also finished 2nd as a team.

Track will be in action again on Saturday at the San Antonio Christian Invitational with events kicking off at 9:00 am. Track and field will have practice immediately after school and should last about an hour. Please be on time.

Everyone involved in the Talent Show: Check the signs in Ms. Hunt and Ms. Copfer's room on MONDAY to see when you are scheduled to perform. Make sure you bring in all music and lyrics by Monday, April 12. Dress rehearsals due Thursday and Friday-YOU MUST BE THERE TO BE IN THE TALENT SHOW. If you have any questions, stop by room 102 or 308.

Sophomores and Juniors interested in running for executive student council must attend a mandatory meeting Thursday, April 15 during advisory in the library conference room.

Attention all seniors: Please be sure to bring all college acceptance letters and scholarship and grant offer letters to Mrs. Ramirez ASAP.

Come out and see the softball teams play Incarnate Word High School TONIGHT at 5 and 7:00 pm. Any student in attendance will be entered in a drawing for a free gift. See everyone on our home field this evening!

Join us at Apache Life next Tuesday from 6:30-8 pm for the prayer fair. Bring your friends for an evening full of music and fun! If you don't have a life come get one at Apache Life!

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Attention Juniors: If you are interested in the Notre Dame Pre-College programs, please look at the Counseling/Guidance website. Scroll down to summer programs for more information or come by the Counseling Office.

Happy Birthday to Bianca Gonzales and Angelica Martinez. Have a blessed day.

THURSDAY APRIL 8, 2010

Shortly before he finished his seminary studies, St. Josemaria Escriva's father died unexpectedly. The first Mass he said as a priest was for the repose of the soul of his father. From that moment on, Holy Mass became central in his life. He would tell others. "keep struggling, so that the Holy Sacrifice of the Altar really becomes the center and the root of your interior life, and so your whole day will turn into an act of worship-an extension of the Mass you have attended and a preparation for the next. Your whole day will then be an act of worship that overflows in aspirations, visits to the Blessed Sacrament and the offering up of your professional work and your family life."

http://www.josemariaescriva.info/article/the-seminary-years

This Friday when you get out at lunch, make sure you get lunch from Order-Up. Mention "Antonian Tennis" when you order, and 20% of your purchase will go to the Tennis Team! Thank you for your support.

Congratulations to the Apache baseball team for beating Holy Cross yesterday 6-3. Neffie Rodriguez got the key hit: a 3-run triple in the 1st inning. Jason Sanchez got the victory and Michael Patrick closed it out to earn the save. Your Apaches are now 3-0 in district play and play again Saturday at St. Anthony's.

The JV Red team plays today at home against East Central starting at 5:00 pm. Good luck guys!

Come out and see the softball teams as they play Incarnate Word HS this Friday at 5 and 7:00 pm. Any student in attendance will be entered into a drawing for a free gift. See everyone on our home field this Friday evening.

Attention all seniors: Please be sure to bring in all acceptance letters to colleges, and all scholarship and grant offer letters to Mrs. Ramirez as soon as possible.

Join us at Apache Life this Tuesday from 6:30-8:00 pm in the gallery for the prayer fair. Bring your friends for an evening full of music and fun. If you don't have a life come get one at Apache Life!

Last night, the Antonian Chess Team won the title of city champions defeating a host of public and private schools. Matthew Trompler took 1st place in the individual competition, with Luke Keller placing 2nd (his only loss to Trompler). BJ Ruiz took 3rd place, Matthew Finnie tied for 4th and Mac O'Donnell tied for 6th. In division II, your Antonian Chess Team placed 2nd with Emmanuel Rivera tying for 2nd place. Matthew Keller, Anthony Gallardo, and Jared Valdez tied in 5th place. Congratulations to the whole chess team for an exceptional season and three-peating the city title.

Attention all Matthew's Closet members: The club t-shirts have arrived! Please go by Mr. Elizalde's room to pick them up. There will also be an extra trip to the shelter. Go by room 200 and sign-up.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Camille Canales and Mrs. Turner. Have a blessed day!

WEDNESDAY APRIL 7, 2010

This Friday is a half day! When you get out at noon, make sure you get lunch from Order-Up. Mention "Antonian Tennis" when you order, and 20% of your purchase will go to the Tennis Team! Thank you for your support.

Ambassadors: Please remember that we will take yearbook pictures during your respective advisories today. Please meet on the front porch.

Congratulations to the JV Red baseball team for their 6-4 victory last night against SACS. Blake Rowan, Tony Gonzalez, and Andre Juarez all had 2 hits for the Apaches, and David Wisniewski got the complete game victory. They take on East Central tomorrow here at Antonian.

The varsity baseball team will play Holy Cross tonight in a district contest. First pitch is at 5:00 pm. There will be free hot dogs for all fans! Come out and see your first-place Apaches!

Both the JV and Varsity softball teams defeated the Holy Cross Knights yesterday on their turf. The JV had a 3-2 victory and was led by pitcher Katie Sorenson. This game showed how much the girls have improved in the past month. The varsity battled for a 4-3 victory led by pitcher Maricela Bissaro with 14 strike outs. Highlights include a powerful homerun by senior Lauren Salinas in the 5th inning. Jayelle Velasquez had an all around strong game as well.

This brings the girls to an undefeated 7-0 record in district. Thanks to all of those who came out and supported the team.

To all Matthew's Closet members: If you wish to go to SAMM's shelter today, please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 3:50 pm and return by 5:20 pm.

Attention Junior NHS members: If you are interested in being an NHS officer next year, please pick up a nomination form from Mrs. Sugura. Nomination forms are due by APRIL 9. Elections will be held on April 13-14.Attention all NHS members: Our next general meeting is TODAY after school. This meeting is mandatory.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Sean Bambace, Kyle Fisher, Christina Sanchez, Lorah Smith, and our custodian Jorge Nieto. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY APRIL 6, 2010

Beginning in 1918, Josemaria sensed that God was asking something of him, although he didn't know exactly what it was. He decided to become a priest, in order to be available for whatever God wanted of him. He began studying for the priesthood, first in Logrono and later in Saragossa. At his father's suggestion and with the permission of his superiors at the seminary he also began to study civil law. He was ordained a priest and began his pastoral ministry in 1925.
In 1927, Fr. Josemaria moved to Madrid to study for a graduate degree in law. He was accompanied by his mother, sister, and brother, as his father had died in 1924 and he was now head of the family. They were not well-off, and he had to tutor law students to support them. At the same time he carried out a demanding pastoral work, especially among the poor and sick in Madrid, and with young children. He also undertook an apostolate with manual workers, professional people and university students who, by coming into contact with the poor and sick to whom Fr. Josemaria was ministering, learned the practical meaning of charity and their Christian responsibility to help out in the betterment of society.

http://www.escrivaworks.org/doc/josemaria_escriva.htm

Congratulations to the Apache baseball team for beating Central Catholic yesterday 10-0 to take sole possession of 1st place in district. Nine different Apaches scored in the game. Offensively they were led by Luciano Villanueva who had 3 hits and 2 RBIs, and Danny Martinez who had 2 hits and 2 RBIs. Dylan Romo shut out the Buttons giving up one hit to get his 6th win. The varsity continues district play Wednesday against Holy Cross at Antonian. Come out and cheer on your first place Apaches!

Good luck to the JV Red Baseball team as they travel to SACS for a 5:00 pm contest.

A silver ring was found in the girl's restroom yesterday. Come claim it from Mr. Hayward.

The Big Brother/Big Sister activity scheduled for today has been moved to next Tuesday, April 13.

All students planning on attending the State Academic TAPPS competition this Friday - Saturday must come to a mandatory, but very brief MEETING TODAY AFTER SCHOOL IN ROOM 206. This meeting will start promptly at 3:30 and will last no longer than 15 minutes.

To all Matthew's Closet members: If you wish to go to SAMM's shelter today, please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 3:50 pm and return by 5:20 pm.

Anyone who has not auditioned for the talent show has until TODAY AFTER SCHOOL to do so, or you will not be allowed to participate in the talent show. If you have any questions, see Ms. Hunt.

Attention Junior NHS members: If you are interested in being an NHS officer next year, please pick up a nomination form from Mrs. Sugura. Nomination forms are due by April 9; elections will be held April 13 and 14.

Attention all NHS members: Our next general meeting is TOMORROW, April 7 after school. This meeting is mandatory.

The next blood drive will be April 15. If you are 16 years old and 120 lbs, or 17 years old and 110 lbs, you may sign-up donate blood. NHS officers will be coming to all advisories to sign-up those interested.

Father/Daughter pictures are available in the front office. Girls, please pick up your photos!

If you are interested in taking an AP exam, you must register with Mr. Eureste by TOMORROW MORNING APRIL 7. The cost is $80.00 for each exam.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy birthday to Christina Majdalani and Monica Muller. Have a blessed day.

MONDAY APRIL 5, 2010

Last week we learned of St. Josemaria Escriva's miraculous cure from illness when he was a young child. By the age of 16 Josemaria was working. One winter morning as he walked to work, he looked down at the snow and saw footprints left by bare feet. He realized that they had been made by one of the Carmelite friars who had recently arrived in the city. He wondered: If others can make such sacrifices for God, can't I offer him something? It was a thought destined to remain with him for the rest of his life.

"Our Lord was preparing me in spite of myself, using apparently innocuous things to instill a divine restlessness in my soul. Thus I came to understand very well the love, so human and so divine, that moved Saint Therese of the child Jesus when, leafing through pages of a book, she suddenly came upon a picture of one of the Redeemer's wounded hands. Things like that happened to me too; things that moved me and led me to daily Communion, to purification, to confession, and to penance. I began to have intimations of love, to realize that my heart was asking for something great, and that it was love. I didn't know what God wanted of me, but it was evident that I had been chosen for something."

At the age of 17, St. Josemaria Escriva began his seminary studies.

Varsity baseball will be playing Central Catholic today at 5:00 pm. Come out and cheer on your Apaches! Free hot dogs to Antonian students with your school ID!

All students planning on attending the State Academic TAPPS competition this Friday - Saturday must come to a mandatory, but very brief MEETING TOMORROW AFTER SCHOOL IN ROOM 206. This meeting will start promptly at 3:30 and will last no longer than 15 minutes.

Ambassadors: Please remember to meet in the auditorium during your respective advisory today for a brief meeting.

To all Matthew's Closet members: If you wish to go to SAMM's shelter today, please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 3:50 pm and return by 5:20 pm.

There will not be after school talent show auditions TODAY. Anyone who has not auditioned for the talent show has until Tuesday after school to do so, or you will not be allowed to participate in the talent show. If you have any questions, see Ms. Hunt.

Attention all young ladies who played basketball this year: Stop by and see Coach Ross today to pick up your certificates.

Attention all NHS members: Our next general meeting is Wednesday, April 7 after school. This meeting is mandatory.

Father/Daughter pictures are available in the front office. Girls, please pick up your photos!

If you are interested in taking an AP exam, you must register with Mr. Eureste by THIS WEDNESDAY APRIL 7. The cost is $80.00 for each exam.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Belated Birthday to Phillip Martinez, Phillip Ericksen, Jaquay Alomar, Joel Garcia, Angeli Phillips, Blake Rowan, and Nicole Martinez.

Happy birthday to Ruben Molina, Alyssa Palmer, and Sophia Quinones.

WEDNESDAY MARCH 31, 2010

When St. Josemaria was only two years old, he became seriously ill; so ill that the doctor expected him to die. Around him, the Escrivahousehold fell silent. Finally, Dr. Campos, who had done everything possible to save him, told his father, "He won't last through the night." But Jose Escriva and his wife Maria Dolores Albas Escriva were devout Catholics who prayed to God with great faith for their child's cure. Dolores promised the blessed Mother that is he got well, she would bring him on pilgrimage to the ancient chapel of Torreciudad perched on a sloping cliff in the foothills of the Pyrences. The next morning, the doctor returned to call on the family. "At what time did the little boy die" he asked. The boy's father, unable to contain his joy, replied, "Not only did he not die, but he seems completely recovered!"

The Apache softball team played a double header yesterday against St. Augustine Laredo. The Apaches won both games 16-0 and 15-0. Two homeruns were scored in the first game by Lauren Salinas and Danielle Aguilar. In the second game, the team had a total of 26 steals. This brings the varsity team to a 6-0 record in district.

The girls tennis team finished second in the district/regional meet on Tuesday. The girls qualified five players for state. Jackie Palmer, Audrey Camero, Mary Luckett, Melanie Herschell, and Becky Sauceda. The boys tennis team finished in 4th place and qualified Luke Keller and Jared Thomas. The level of play at this meet was very high and it was not easy to make it through to the next round. Good luck Apaches!

If you're interested in taking an AP exam, you must sign up with Mr. Eureste by next WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7. The cost is $80.00 for each exam.

Congratulations to the boys and girls golf teams with strong showings over the past few days. The girls team of Lundan Baldeschwiler, Lauren Latham, Lorah Smith, Stephanie Uy, Lori Martinez, and Michelle Aguirre finished as the 5th best girls team in the region. In addition, Ms. Martinez was the 2nd place individual and Ms. Uy was the 4th place individual. These young ladies will represent ACP at the state golf meet in a few weeks. The boys team of Eddie Devane, Larry Hicks, John Cooper, Alex Bissaro, and Andre Ramirez, shot a school record round on the final day to secure a spot at the state golf tournament. Mr. Devane also won a playoff for the 2nd place individual and freshman Ben Kalter finished in the top 15 to make it to state as an individual. Phil Coelho, Jason McKeown, and Andrew Sanders also played very well. Congratulations to all of the golfers.

Brewster Club Cast: Please check the callboard for call over the next several days.

To all Matthew's Closet members: We will be meeting in Mr. Elizalde's room to prepare baskets for the kids at SAMM"s shelter. Please help in the preparation right after school.

Frassati Your Life will have a short meeting in room 308 after school TODAY to take a group photo and discuss on-going projects. Please attend.

Ambassadors: Hopefully the third time will be the charm. Please plan to meet during your advisory on Monday, April 5. We will gather in the auditorium. We will also take pictures on Wednesday, April 7th during advisories.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Jamie Aguillen, Liviere Carriollo, Margaret Grayson, and Michael Hands. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY MARCH 30, 2010

Opus Dei is Latin for "the work of God." Father Josemaria Escriva came upon Opus Dei while on a religious retreat in 1928. Its aim is to help all kinds of Christian faithful to live fully in accordance with their faith in life's ordinary circumstances, and especially to sanctify their daily work.

St. Josemaria described it like this:

"God raised up Opus Dei to help remind Christians that, as we read in the book of Genesis, God created man in order to work. We have come to point to the example of Jesus, who spent thirty years in Nazareth, working at his job. In Jesus' hands, work, an ordinary job like that done by millions of people throughout the world, becomes a divine task, a redeeming job, a path of salvation."

The spirit of Opus Dei reflects the reality that any honest and worthwhile work can be turned into a divine occupation. Sanctifying one's work means working in the spirit of Jesus Christ - doing one's work well and finishing it off, to give glory to God and serve others, and so help sanctify the world, by brining the spirit of the Gospel into all human activities.

Attention Prom Committee: There will be a meeting during advisory TODAY. Please attend.

Apache Life will be meeting TONIGHT from 6:30-8:00 pm in the Gallery. The theme is perseverance. We hope you can join us-bring your friends.

Frassati Your Life will have a short meeting after school TOMORROW in Mrs. Hunt's room. We will take a group photo and discuss on-going projects. Please attend.

If you're interested in being a cheerleader, come to the meeting TODAY at 6:00 pm in the Student Center. The cheer clinic will be from April 5-8 in the gym from 4:00-6:00 pm. Tryouts will be on April 9 at 4:00 pm.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Andrew Gazda, Gabriel Gonzalez, Bianca Pardo, and Breanne Pardo. Have a blessed day.

MONDAY MARCH 29, 2010

St. Josemaria Ercriva (es-CREE-va) is one of the saints to be included in our chapel. He was born in Spain in 1902. He became a priest in 1925 and went on and found Opus Dei, an institution within the Catholic Church dedicated to helping people in all walks of life to follow Christ, to seek holiness in their daily life and grow in love for God and their fellow men and women. Our Archbishop, Jose Gomez, is a member of Opus Dei.

TODAY IS THE LAST DAY FOR TALENT SHOW SIGN-UPS. Sign up with Ms. Copfer or Ms. Hunt by 3:30 today. Tryouts are tomorrow and Wednesday in the gallery.

The Antonian Latin Club attended the 2010 Texas State Junior Classical League convention held this past weekend in Austin, bringing home 2nd place in the overall academic sweepstakes. With 60 other schools completing in the upper division, Antonian amassed 748 points, just 70 points away from 1st place. Mr. Sipe and Mr. Braywish to congratulate all the state participants for another superlative performance. We also express our deepest pride and admiration for the entire Antonian Latin Club; you have all worked hard to make this year a success, in which your dedication and talent have again affirmed Antonian as the standard by which others are judged. The Antonian Latin Club wishes to give our most heartfelt thanks to the administration for its unwavering support and to the faculty and staff for its infinite patience and flexibility with club activities. Without all of us, there truly could not be any success. Thank you.

Analisa De La Garza finished 14 out of a field of 63 in the Sunday bowling regionals. Great work Analisa, we're all very proud of you and look forward to next season.

A special thank you goes out to the Niel family for donating 3 microwaves to the Student Center. Liz and Katie are looking out for you!

Matthew's Closet members: If you wish to go to SAMM's shelter today, please sign-up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 3:50 and return by 5:20.

If you are interested in being a cheerleader, come to the meeting on TOMORROW, MARCH 30 at 6:00 pm in the Student Center. The cheer clinic will be from April 5-8 in the gym from 4-6, and tryouts will be on April 9 at 4:00 pm.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

There are no birthdays today.

Happy Belated Birthday to Natalie Hunter, Andrew Jackson, Victoria Estrada, Cody Freenaughty, Nick Garza, and Ms. Blanco. Have a blessed day.

FRIDAY MARCH 26, 2010

Oh Saint Maria Goretti who strengthened by God's grace, did not hesitate even at the age of 12 to shed your blood and sacrafice life itself to defend your virginal purity, look graciously on the unhappy human which has strayed far from the path of eternal salvation. Teach us all, and especially youth, with what courage and promptitude we should flee for the love of Jesus anything that could offend him or stain our souls with sin. Obtain for us from our Lord victory in temptation, comfort in the sorrows of life, and the grace which we earnestly beg of thee, and may we one day enjoy with the the imperishable glory of Heaven. Amen.

www.mariagoretti.org

THE DEADLINE TO RE-ENROLL FOR NEXT YEAR IS TODAY!!! IF YOUR PARENTS HAVE GIVEN YOU PAPERWORK TO TURN IN, PLEASE BRING IT TO THE FRONT OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

The Antonian tennis team played a tough district tune up match against St. Mary's Hall this week. Winners included Elisa Forestier, Michelle Herscgell, Margaret Grayson, Tim Villanueva and Jon Paul Elizondo. District play begins on Monday at the University of the Incarnate Word. Go Apaches!

All bowling team members are asked to go to Ms. Nagel's room immediately after school for their yearbook photo.

If you want to be in the talent show, sign up for tryouts in Mrs. Hunt's or Mrs. Copfer's room by Monday at 3:30. Tryouts will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday after school in the gallery. We are looking for creative performers and energetic emcees. See the green flyers for more information.

The Holy Spirit baseball and softball teams are seeking Antonian student volunteers to help run scoreboards for home games at the fields behind Antonian. If interested, please see Mrs. Montemayor.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Edward Devane, Matthew Smith, and Mr. Eureste.

THURSDAY MARCH 25, 2010

Maria's murderer was sentenced to 30 years in prison. He was unrepentant at first, however after several years of confinement, he had a vision of Maria. After serving his sentence, Alessandro spent the rest of his life working as a gardener at a Capuchin monastery. That led to his conversion. Upon serving his sentence, he sought the forgiveness of Maria's mother and family. At 66 years of age, he was one of the 250,000 people who attended Maria Goretti's canonization ceremony. Shortly before his death, he wrote the following statement:

"I'm nearly 80 years. I'm about to depart. Looking back at my past, I can see that in my early youth, I chose a bad path which led me to ruin myself. My behavior was influenced by print, mass media, and bad examples which are followed by the majority of young people without even thinking. And I did the same. I was not worried. There were a lot of generous and devoted people who surrounded me, but I paid no attention to them because a violent force blinded me and pushed me toward a wrong way of life. When I was 20 years old, I committed a crime of passion. Now, that memory represents something horrible for me. Maria Goretti, now a Saint, was my good Angel, sent me through Providence to guide and save me. I still have impressed upon my heart her words to rebuke and of pardon. She prayed, she interceded for her murder. Thirty years of prison followed. If I had been of age, I would have spent all my life in prison. I accepted to be condemned because it was my own fault. Little Maria was really my light, my protectress; with her help, I behaved well during the 27 years of prison and tried to live honestly when I was again accepted among the members of society. The Brothers of St. Francis, Capuchins from Marche, welcomed me with angelic charity into their monastery as a brother, not as a servant. I've been living with their community for 24 years, and now I am serenely waiting to witness the vision of God, to hug my loved ones again, and to be next to my Guardian angel and her dear mother Assunta. I hope this letter that I wrote can teach others the happy lesson of avoiding evil and of always following the right path, like little children. I feel that religion with its precepts is not something we can live without, but rather it is the real comfort, the real strength in life and the only safe way in every circumstance, even the most painful ones in life."

THE DEADLINE TO RE-ENROLL FOR NEXT YEAR IS THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 26. IF YOUR PARENTS HAVE GIVEN YOU PAPERWORK TO TURN IN, PLEASE BRING IT TO THE FRONT OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

If you want to be in the talent show, sign up for tryouts in Mrs. Hunt's or Ms. Copfer's room by Monday at 3:30. Tryouts will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday after school in the gallery. We are looking for creative performers and energetic emcees. See the green flyers for more information.

All bowling team members: Wear your shirts on Friday for the team photograph for the yearbook. Also, this weekend Saturday, March 27, Analise De la Garza will be bowling for regionals at Bandera Bowl across from Peter Piper's Pizza on Bandera Road. Mr. Purkey is asking all bowling team members to come out and support her if you are available. Frames begin at 9:00 am.

The Holy Spirit baseball and softball teams are seeking Antonian student volunteers to help run scoreboards for home games at fields behind Antonian. If interested, please see Mrs. Montemayor.

Swimming will resume TODAY. See you at the pool.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

There aren't any birthdays today. Have a blessed day!

WEDNESDAY MARCH 24, 2010

After Alessandro's attack on her, Maria Goretti would spen the next day of her life dying in the local hospital. She received Holy Communion and forgave and prayed for her attacker. The Church considers Maria a martyr, because even though she was so young, she made a choice based on her faith and was murdered for it.

THE DEADLINE TO RE-ENROLL FOR NEXT YEAR IS THIS FRIDAY, MARCH 26. IF YOUR PARENTS HAVE GIVEN YOU PAPERWORK TO TURN IN, PLEASE BRING IT TO THE FRONT OFFICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

The Apache softball team played a great game last night defeating Austin St. Michael's 5-1. The girls turned it on in the 3rd inning and played strong the rest of the game. Highlights include two strong triples by Lauren Salinas and Danielle Aguilar in the 5th inning. The girls play again this Friday against St. Anthony's at the University of the Incarnate Word. The JV game starts at 5:00 and the varsity's game follows at 7:00. Come out and support your Apache softball team!

The varsity baseball team will play Central Catholic today at 5:00. Come out and cheer on the team. Antonian students with their school ID's will receive a free hot dog!

Spanish students: If you have Mr. Molinar for Spanish, remember to report to the library today.

Brewster Cast: Party people are NOT called to the read through today. You will have your own read through on Monday after school.

All girl soccer players: please meet in Coach Anno's room after school TOMORROW for a quick meeting concerning your future. Turn in your uniforms as you will be issued Saturday school if they are not turned in. Any NEW players or questions, please see Coach Anno.

Holy Spirit baseball and softball teams are seeking Antonian student volunteers to help run scoreboards for home games at the fields behind Antonian. I interested, please see Mrs. Montemayor.

Ambassadors: Please plan to meet during your respective advisory TOMORROW, March 25. Meet on the front porch.

To all Matthew's Closet members Those of you who wish to go to SAMM's shelter today or tomorrow: Please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 3:50 and return at 5:20.

Attention Smoke Signals staff: The final meeting for our fourth quarter newspaper will be TODAY after school in the library. Please come for a few minutes and sign-up to write an article.

Swimming will resume TOMORROW, MARCH 25. See you at the pool.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Alexandra Acuña and Rex Mitchell. Have a blessed day!

TUESDAY MARCH 23, 2010

At the age of 8, Maria's family moved to the town of Ferriere (Fair-er-eee) to find work. Maria's father made an arrangement with Mr. Serenelli and the two families lived in the same building. Marias's father later died of malaria. The son of Mr. Serenelli, a 20 year old named Alessandro, began to make advances on the young Maria. She rebuffed him. Alessandro would have no more of this and when Maria shouted to him, "No! It is a sin! God does not want it," he stabbed her fourteen (14) times leaving her mortally wounded.

All Matthew's Closet members: Those of you who wish to go to SAMM's shelter today, Wednesday, or Thursday, please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 3:50 and return at 5:20 on all three days.

Ambassadors: THERE HAS BEEN A CHANGE OF DATE. Please plan to meet during your respective advisory on THURSDAY, MARCH 25. We will meet on the front porch.

Attention all NHS members: Easter baskets are due TOMORROW, MARCH 24. Bring in your baskets to Mrs. Segura's room today or tomorrow. See Mrs. Segura or NHS officers if you have any questions.

Attention Smoke Signals Staff: The final meeting for our fourth quarter newspaper will be TOMORROW, March 24, in the library. Please come for a few minutes and sign up to write an article. Thank you!

Come out and see the JV softball team play Providence HS at 4:00 pm TODAY at our softball field. Varsity will play Austin St. Michael's at 6:30 pm. For those in attendance, there will be drawings for FREE gifts. See you there!

Brewster Club cast: Check the callboard for your week's rehearsal schedule. You are all called TODAY and TOMORROW.

Attention all Renaissance Executive and Rally Crew members who wish to help with the third quarter Honor Roll recognition: we will meet today and tomorrow after school in room 303. We have tasks to accomplish and decisions to make so please attend if you are available.

Swimming will resume on Thursday, March 25. See you at the pool.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Connor Hough, Michael Machado, Nicolas Migliore, Brian Senger, and Sofia Torres. Have a blessed day!

MONDAY MARCH 22, 2010

The Saint chosen by the Freshman class is St. Maria Goretti. She was born in 1890 as the daughter of Italian sharecroppers. She was martyred before she was 12 years old. She declared a saint in 1950 becoming the youngest officially recognized saint.

Congratulations to our National Champion Antonian Silver Dancers! The dancers competed in a national competition for the first time in several years against teams from Texas, Mississippi, Washington, Florida, Kentucky, Iowa, and Ohio. Out of 11 teams in the same classification, the Silver Dancers placed in every dance category entered -

Awards are:

Officer Jazz - 3rd Place

Team Jazz - 4th Place

Team Novelty - 1st Place (National Champions)

Team Modern - 2nd Place

Team Hip-Hop - 4th Place

Way to go Silver Dancers!

Any students interested in being part of the Chapel Dedication Choir either as a vocalist or instrumentalist can find out more information after school today in the gallery.

Ambassadors: Please plan to meet during your respective advisory on Wednesday, March 24. We will meet on the front porch for a group picture by grade and we'll also hold a brief business meeting.

Lose some books? If you are missing a complete collection of the Twilight series, check with Mr. Hayward to claim them.

Come out and see the JV Softball Team play Providence HS at 4:00 pm TOMORROW at our softball field. Varsity will play St. Michael's at 6:30 pm. For those in attendance, there will be drawings for FREE gifts. See you there!

Attention all NHS members: Easter baskets are due by March 24. Bring in your baskets to Mrs. Segura's room from March 22-24. See Mrs. Segura or NHS officers if you have any questions.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Belated Birthday (over Spring Break) to Benjamin Moeller, Kelsi Richter, Michael De La Rosa, Alejandro Gonzalez, Jessica Herrera, Ryan Oliva, Steven Gorday, Brittany Putney, and Rebecca Sauceda.

Happy Birthday to Jennifer Loredo. Have a blessed day.

FRIDAY MARCH 12, 2010

Whether it was through ignorance or deception or a combination of the two, Joan of Arc's trial was not appealed to the Pope. The case remained a local affair under the supervision of the Bishop of Beauvais (Boo-vwah). Twenty-four (24) years after her execution, Joan's family appealed to the Holy Sec to reopen her case. The Pope granted their request. The new inquiry reserved and declared illegal the trial under the Bishop of Beauvais. Joan was declared innocent of the charges of heresy. Four hundred thirty-eight (438) years after her execution, she was beatified. Forty (40) years after her beatification, Joan of Arc was declared a saint in 1909.

The Antonian JV tennis team defeated Holy Cross on Wednesday by a score of 7-3. Everyone played very well.

Lose some books? If you are missing a complete collection of the Twilight series, check with Mr. Hayward to claim them.

If you need service hours, the Holy Spirit softball team is interested in having student volunteers help with home softball games at the fields near Antonian. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Montemayor.

Ambassadors: There are a few tasks to accomplish in the next few weeks, so please listen for a meeting date and time during the week after Spring Break. Activities include group pictures by grade level, letter writing to incoming freshmen, new parent breakfast, and new freshmen mixer.

Attention all NHS members: Easter baskets are due by March 24. Bring in your baskets to Mrs. Segura's room from March 22-24. See Mrs. Segura or NHS officers if you have any questions.

Any musicians (vocalists/instrumentalists) wanting to participate in the Dedication Mass Choir, please meet for about 10 minutes after school today. We will meet in the gallery for a very brief introductory meeting.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Houston McRae.

Happy EARLY Birthday to Lauren Cornejo, LeeAnn Campos, Morgan Lasseter, Erick Palacios, and Kyle Stinson. Have a blessed day.

THURSDAY MARCH 11, 2010

Joan of Arc lived before the Protestant Reformation: the Church was divided into the Eastern Orthodox and the Roman Catholic Church. France, England, and the rest of Western Europe were Catholic. Joan's English captors were very much worried about her role in motivating the French resistance and wished to have her tried as a sorceress or heretic. She was tried under the supervision of the Catholic Bishop of Beauvais (Boo-v-wah) who chose the judges himself. On May 9, 1431, forty-two (42) of the forty-seven (47) judges declared that she be handed over to civil authorities as a heretic to be burned at the stake of she did not recant. Joan did make a partial retraction, but the extent of it is unclear. Nevertheless, by the end of May, she violated the terms of retraction and was burned at the stake as a relapsed heretic on May 30. Before her execution, she embraced a cross that was held up by a Dominican priest as she burned and called out the name of Jesus. At her death, an English royal secretary proclaimed, "We are lost; we have lost a saint."

Attention all students who have worked the Coffee Shop this year: Please meet in the Student Center right after school TODAY for the yearbook picture.

To all the students who worked to set up for the Wild Game Dinner last Saturday: The Alumni Association dropped off gift cards for you, so see Mrs. Turner to claim yours.

Attention all NHS members: Easter baskets are due by March 24. Bring in your baskets to Mrs. Segura's room from March 22-24. See Mrs. Segura or NHS officers if you have any questions.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Ryan Denhart, Teresa Lopez, and Carley Senioris. Have a blessed day!

WEDNESDAY MARCH 10, 2010

Although Charles had been crowned King, Paris and points north of it were still under English control. After the battle of Orleans, Joan led a successful attack to break the siege of the town of Compiègne (Sham-pan-ya). From there she moved on to Paris. This attack failed. As she returned to Compiègne, the drawbridge was raised before she and some of her troops returned. She was captured and taken to the Duke of Burgundy, an ally of the English. The French King made little effort to intervene either militarily or diplomatically on Joan's behalf. One source describes it thus: "No words can adequately describe the disgraceful ingratitude and apathy of Charles and his advisers in leaving the maid to her fate." The Duke of Burgundy sold Joan to the English for a sum of several hundred dollars in today's dollars.

The Apache softball team had an exciting victory over Incarnate Word High School last night for the first district game of the season. The Apaches shut out the Shamrocks with a 7-0 win, and played a nearly perfect game. Highlights include solid triple hits by Caitlin McBrearty and Danielle Aguilar, as well as a nice double hit by Lee Ann Campos. Jayelle Velasques had an amazing "split" that helped to secure the win for the Apaches. Maricela Bissaro pitched a strong one hitter with 5 strikeouts. This was a great way to start off district games and the girls are ready to rally through the rest of the season.

All students interested in being on the 2010 Cross Country Team will need to attend a short meeting TODAY after school in Coach Anno's room. This is a very important meeting so please don't miss this opportunity to find out what's ahead in 2010. If you have any questions, please see Coach Lovell or Coach Anno.

Attention all students who have worked the Coffee Shop this year: Please meet in the Student Center right after school TOMORROW for the yearbook picture.

There will be an Earth Club meeting TODAY after school starting at 3:30. It will be a brief meeting lasting only 15 minutes. All Earth Club members please attend.

All SENIOR Mu Alpha Theta members report to Ms. Nagel's room during advisory on Wednesday, March 10, for a photo.

The prom committee will meet during junior advisory. Please attend.

Attention all girls that will be trying out for basketball next year: Stop by and see Coach Ross today during or after school.

To all the students who worked to set up for the Wild Game Dinner last Saturday: The Alumni Association dropped off gift cards for you, so see Mrs. Turner to claim yours.

Frassati Your Life will be having a meeting TODAY after school in room 308.

All Matthew's Closet members who wish to visit SAMM's shelter today, must sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We leave at 4:00 and will return by 5:20.

Attention all NHS members: Easter baskets are due by March 24. Bring in your baskets to Mrs. Segura's room from March 22-24. See Mrs. Segura or NHS officers if you have any questions.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Jordan Anderson, Tiffany Ramon, and Benjamin Stites. Have a blessed day!

TUESDAY MARCH 9, 2010

The city of Orleans had been under an English siege for nearly a year when Joan arrived. Her presence there did much to raise the morale of the French troops, who believed that she was a manifestation of divine help. Orleans' war released from its siege and her troops followed up with another victory at the Battle of Paty (Pa-tay). Shortly after these victories, Charles was crowned King Charles VII of France as Joan stood by his side.

Congratulations to the Antonian Track and Field Team as they competed in the Fredericksburg Relays this past Saturday. Highlights of the day were turned in by Olivia Lopez who set a NEW SCHOOL RECORD IN THE 3200m with a time of 11:58.20. Matt Gazda finished 2nd in the 3200m, Chris Ivone placed 1st in the 100m, and Marcos Perez finished 1st in the mile. Matt De la Garza earned 2nd place in shotput, and Brandon Parker finished 2nd in the triple jump. Great job teams. The track team will be back in action on Thursday at the Tivy Invitational.

Players, Parents, Coaches and Staff all came together on Sunday evening to celebrate the accomplishments of the Antonian Boys Basketball Program. The night was filled with a great sense of spirit, fellowship and community. The keynote speech was delivered by

Antonian parent and 2 Time World Boxing Champion "Jesse" James Leija.

Congratulations goes out to all of this years Boys Basketball members on a very successful season. The following students athletes received special recognition.

Varsity: MVP - Jonathan Holmes, Spirit Award - Anthony Gabriel, Mark Recko Award - Steven Gorday,

JV: MVP - Kyle Joseph, Spirit Award - Scott Hammel, Mark Recko Award - Ben Moeller

Freshman: MVP's - Chris Molina and Andrew Montemayor, Spirit Award - Dean Leija, Mark Recko Awards - Frank Garza and Lee Fuentes.

Our freshman Analysa Delgado will be going to the State Championship for the women's single's in bowling! After qualifying second in the regional tournament, Analysa will now need all the support to take first at state! The tournament will be at Bandera Bowling Lanes, and the exact time and date will be announced later.

There will be an Earth Club meeting TODAY after school starting at 3:30. It will be a brief meeting lasting only 15 minutes. All Earth Club members should attend.

Join Apache Life TODAY in the gallery from 6:30-8:00 pm. This week's topic is sacrifice. If you've never been to Apache Life, this week would be a great time to come. If you don't have a life, come get one at Apache Life.

All students interested in being on the 2010 Cross Country team will need to attend a short meeting TOMORROW, March 10, at 3:45 in Coach Anno's room. This is a very important meeting so please don't miss this opportunity to find out what's ahead in 2010. If you have any questions, please see Coach Lovell or Coach Anno.

Attention all NHS members: Easter baskets are due by March 24. Bring in your baskets to Mrs. Segura's room from March 22-24. See MRs. Segura or NHS officers if you have any questions.

TODAY, the Drama Society will be holding auditions for the Spring play: The Brewster Club, set in 1985, it is a romantic comedy homage to John Hughes. We welcome all those interested in participating in our final show of the year.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Troy Bulgrin and Stephen Gonzalez. Have a blessed day!

MONDAY MARCH 8, 2010

When Joan of Arc surprised the deposed heir to the French throne, Charles, with the knowledge her voices had given her, he sent her off to be examined. The committee of bishops and doctors that examined Joan found nothing heretical about her claims. She was fit to be employed, however, Charles saw fit they maintained. Joan was outfitted with a suit of armor. When Charles presented her with a sword, she asked that they search for an ancient sword buried behind the altar in the chapel of St. Catherine de Fierbois. They found the sword there.

Last Thursday and Friday, the Apache Academic TAPPS team competed in district and gave perennial champion St. Michael's (Austin) a run for their money, by finishing a strong second place. Below are the students who placed and will be advancing to state:

Advanced Math

2nd place: Andrew Bieterman

3rd place: Alex Konradi

Calculator Applications

1st place: Andrew Bieterman

2nd place: Michael Cervantes

3rd place: Rebecca Sauceda

Computer Science

1st place: Alex Konradi

2nd place: Michael Gonzalez

Current Events

1st place: Matthew White

3rd place: Maggie Burger

Duet Acting

5th place: Travis Crane and Meghan Modrovsky

Literary Criticism

3rd place: Thomas Borowiec

5th place: Phillip Erickson

TAPPS Math

1st place: Andrew Vista

3rd place: Katie Bieterman

Number Sense

1st place: Andrew Bieterman

5th place: Alex Konradi

Poetry Interpretation

4th place: Valerie Torres

Prose Interpretation

4th place: Megan Langston

Ready Writing

5th place: Tony Granato

Spanish

3rd place: Fernanda Fernandez

5th place: Jimenna Caudillo

Congratulations on a job well done!

The Antonian tennis team played three dual matches this past weekend. They defeated St. Michael's, Central Catholic, and Providence, but split with Health Careers HS. There was some excellent play, especially by Luke Keller, Matt Keller, Phillip Ericksen, Jacob Miller, and Jared Thomas in the boys' singles. Many of the doubles teams also did a great job and won some close matches.

Attention all Matthew's Closet members: Those who are interested in visiting SAMM's shelter today, please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 4:00 and return by 5:20.

There will be an Earth Club meeting this Wednesday after school starting at 3:30. It will be a brief meeting lasting only 15 minutes. All Earth Club members should attend.

Join Apache Life TOMORROW in the gallery from 6:30-8:00 pm. This week's topic is sacrifice. If you've never been to Apache Life, this week would be a great time to come. If you don't have a life, come get one at Apache Life.

All students interested in being on the 2010 Cross Country team will need to attend a short meeting on Wednesday, March 10, at 3:45 in Coach Anno's room. This is a very important meeting so please don't miss this opportunity to find out what's ahead in 2010. If you have any questions, please see Coach Lovell or Coach Anno.

Attention all NHS members: Easter baskets are due by March 24. Bring in your baskets to Mrs. Segura's room from March 22-24. See MRs. Segura or NHS officers if you have any questions.

TOMORRW March 9, the Drama Society will be holding auditions for the Spring play: The Brewster Club, set in 1985, it is a romantic comedy homage to John Hughes. We welcome all those interested in participating in our final show of the year.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Belated Birthday to Travis Crane, Katherine Hughes, and Anthony Gallardo.

Happy Birthday to Sterling Holmes, Marcela Ortiz, and Carly Wisniewski. Have a blessed day!

FRIDAY MARCH 5, 2010

When Joan was brought to the court of the disposed heir to the French throne, Charles, he was in disguise, but she recognized him immediately. Her voices revealed to her secrets about Charles, which caused him to entirely dismiss her. Instead, he sent her to be examined by a committee of bishops and doctors in the city of Potiers.

The winners of the softball raffle are: John Peterson - $25.00 iTunes gift card. Maris Sanchez: $50.00 gift card to Home Depot. Deacon Joseph Hilbert: Spurs basket with tickets to March 10th Spurs game. Thank you for your support!

Attention all NHS members: Easter baskets are due by March 24. Bring in your baskets to Mrs. Segura's room from March 22-24. See MRs. Segura or NHS officers if you have any questions.

Tuesday March 9, the Drama Society will be holding auditions for the Spring play: The Brewster Club, set in 1985, it is a romantic comedy homage to John Hughes. We welcome all those interested in participating in our final show of the year.

The Apache baseball program went 3-1 yesterday. The varsity beat Boerne Champion 16-11 behind a 21-hit attack. Luciano Villanueva had 5 hits, Neffie Rodriguez added 4 including a three-run homerun, and Grant Canning added 3 hits. Dylan Romo got his second win of the season. They continue the tournament against Calallen Friday at 12:30 at Smithson Valley High School. They will follow that up with an 8:00 pm game at either Smithson Valley HS or Canyon HS.

The JV red team got their first win of the season beating South San 7-5 to start the East Central tournament. Stern Wynn had two doubles and got the win. They lost a heartbreaker in the second game 10-9 to Southwest after giving up 4 runs in the last inning. The JV red team will play Judson at 1:30 pm Friday at East Central.

The JV white team beat St. Mary's Hall 10-9 after getting 4 runs in the bottom of the fifth. The game was called in the sixth due to darkness. Matt Martinez got the win.

The Apache softball team beat San Antonio Christian last night 15-0 in a solid shut-out. Maricella Bissaro pitched a nearly perfect game and the Apache offense was on fire. Come out and support the team next Tuesday as they battle Incarnate Word in the first district game of the season. JV plays at 5:00 pm and varsity plays at 7:00. Both games will be at the University of the Incarnate Word fields.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Rodrigo Cantu, Mr. Nielsen, and MR. SAENZ. Have a blessed day.

THURSDAY MARCH 4, 2010

The commander to whom Joan of Arc presented herself, was skeptical to say the least, when the 18 year old farm girl explained that her mission was to save France. Nevertheless, she persisted for 5 months. Meanwhile, the fall of Orleans seemed imminent. When Joan predicted the outcome of the yet to be fought battle of Herrings, the commander brought Joan to the city of Chinon (pronounced: Sh-i-non) where the son of the diseased King of France held court.

All three Apache baseball teams are in action today. The varsity plays their first game of the Comal ISD tournament against and at Boerne Champion at 5:00 p.m. The JV red team plays their first two games of the East Central tournament: 1:30 against South San, and 4:00 against Southwest. And finally, the JV white team has a game against St. Mary's Hall at Antonian at 4:30. Good luck teams!

Attention Renaissance Club: All Rally Crew and Executive Board members need meet at the Grotto today at 3:30 for the yearbook photo.

Attention all Matthew's Closet members: We will have a meeting TODAY after school to discuss sponsoring children in Zambia. We will also take the club photo for the yearbook, so please be present and on time.

We would like to congratulate Analysa Delgado for placing 1st in the girls singles district bowling tournament this past weekend. We wish her luck this coming weekend at the regional tournament. Congratulations!

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Cesar Rodriguez. Have a blessed day!

WEDNESDAY MARCH 3, 2010

You heard yesterday that during Joan of Arc's time, England controlled Northern France. England also had claim to the entire French Kingdom by virtue of marrying the French King's daughter, and a treaty that declared he would succeed to the French throne. When the French king died, parts of unoccupied France rejected the English king's claim to the French throne. They rallied around the son of the dead French king. The English proceeded to march southward to gain control of the entire kingdom. The first major city they came across was Orleans. They laid siege to Orleans and lasted more than one year.

Fr. John Castro is available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation today. Please take advantage of this opportunity during your advisory time. If you are not certain you can go at that time, talk to your Theology teacher about your desire to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Your teacher will give you the opportunity to go.

The Antonian tennis team defeated both San Antonio Christian and St. Anthony's yesterday. All the players did a good job, but the girls who played singles, had some tough matches and came through as winners. Elisa Forestier, Ann Claire McBride, Katie Hughes, and Michelle Herschell all played excellent tennis.

There will be a trip to SAMM's shelter TODAY. We will leave at 3:45 and be back at 5:20. The first six to sign up will get to go today.

We would like to congratulate Analysa Delgado for placing 1st in the girls singles district bowling tournament this past weekend. Wish her luck this coming weekend as she will be playing in the regional tournament.

The Antonian Chess Club will hold a brief meeting TODAY after school in room 210. We will discuss the upcoming tournament at Jay High School.

Frassati Your Life will be meeting TODAY after school. All members please attend to discuss service opportunities and fund raisers.

Attention all Smoke Signals staff: If you have submitted an article for any issue of the paper, please join us in the library conference room TODAY right after school so we can take our yearbook picture.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy birthday to Martha Boucher, Sara Kokotajlo, Greta Porish, and Thomas Salinas. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY MARCH 2, 2010

Joan of Arc's mission, given to her by "her voices," was to "save France." She was born during the 100 Years War, a series of wars in which England sought to exert its claim over the Kingdom of France. By the year 1415, England controlled much of Northern France, including Paris. It's king, Henry V, married the daughter of the French king, Charles VI. Treaty stipulated that when the French king died, Henry would become the King of France as well as England.

All girl soccer players need to stop by Coach Anno's room after school to cast your vote for banquet awards. You also need to turn in your uniforms.

Your Antonian Silver Dancers were in action this past weekend at the Showmakers Competition at O'Connor High School. The team showed out and had a superb performance in their events. The Silver Dancers took home 19 awards, and have one more competition in Fort Worth on March 12 & 13 - THE NATIONAL COMPETITION! Congratulations ladies!

OFFICER - JAZZ

1. Division I - Awarded for one routine with a score of 85 or above

2. Outstanding Showmanship

3. Outstanding Choreography

4. Outstanding Technique

5. Outstanding Precision

6. Best in Category - 1st place

TEAM AWARDS

7. Sweepstakes Award - Awarded for a score of 90 or above in 3 routines

8. Judges Award

9. Outstanding Showmanship - Novelty, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, & Jazz

10. Outstanding Choreography - Novelty, Contemporary, Hip-Hop & Jazz

11. Outstanding Technique (difficult to receive) - Novelty, Hip-Hop, & Contemporary

12. Outstanding Precision (difficult to receive) - Novelty, Hip-Hop. Contemporary, & Jazz

13. Overall Entertainment Award - Novelty & Hip-Hop

14. Best in Category - 1st place Novelty

15. Best in Category - 1st place Hip-Hop

16. Best in Category - 1st place Contemporary

17. Best in Category - Runner-up Jazz

18. Best in Class - 2nd place

19. Line of Champions - Awarded to teams with the HIGHEST scores

There will be a meeting after school tomorrow, all members are required to come. We need shirt sizes and money.

The Spirit Club will be taking their yearbook photo this Wednesday, March 3, at 7:45 a.m. Please meet in Ms. Nagel's room and be prompt.

Attention all Smoke Signals staff: If you have submitted an article for any issue of the paper, please join us in the library conference room on Wednesday, March 13 right after school. We will be taking our yearbook picture.

Frassati Your Life will be meeting Wednesday in room 308 after school. All members please attend to discuss service opportunities and fund raisers.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Christopher Molina. Have a blessed day.

MONDAY MARCH 1, 2010

Joan of Arc began to receive her "counsel" in 1425. Her mission gradually became clear over the next three years. In 1428 at the insistence of her voices, she presented herself to King Charles VII's commander in a neighboring town. She told the commander her mission was to "save France."

The varsity boys basketball season came to an end on Friday as they lost in the semi-finals to the number one ranked Prestonwood Christian Lions 70-50. The Apaches ended up with a 27-11 season record and were still playing in the final week of the basketball season. Congratulations to the boys and coaching staff on a successful season. See you next year.

Our varsity girl's basketball team played the 8-time defending state champion Bishop Lynch on Saturday in Mansfield. Our girls played well and went into halftime up 31-28, but too many turnovers and missed free throws, cost our girls the game as we fell short and lost 54-60. Maureen Zuniga and Kathryn Galindo each had 15 points and Liz Briones had 14 points. It was a total team effort from the girls that started, those that played sparingly, and to the contribution from our team managers. Everyone played a significant role. The varsity finished the season with a remarkable 30 wins and only 8 losses.

Coach Ross would like to thank all the girls for their dedication, hard work, and sacrifice to make the season one of the best ever in Antonian's history. A special appreciation goes out to Kathryn "Big O" Galindo, Liz Briones, and Nicole Conlee for being great seniors and leaders.

The girl's basketball program would like to thank all the parents and students who took time out of their schedule to support them during the year and to our administration, faculty, and staff who provided patience and support with our coaches and student-athletes during the long season.

The Apache softball team took 4th place out of 16 teams at the North East tournament this weekend. Highlights include a shut-out against MacArthur and a win against Clemens. The girls have their first home game tonight against Brackenridge at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. Come out and show your support.

The boys varsity baseball team finished the Northside tournament with 2 wins and 3 losses. Their wins were against #8 ranked Clark 5-1 and Central Catholic 12-6. This weekend they will participate in the Comal ISD tournament.

The JV White team beat Lutheran last Thursday, but lost to Alamo Heights on Saturday. They play St. Mary's Hall at home on Thursday.

The JV Red team lost to Alamo Heights on Saturday also . They will be participating in the East Central JV tournament this weekend.

OFFICER - JAZZ

1. Division I - Awarded for one routine with a score of 85 or above

2. Outstanding Showmanship

3. Outstanding Choreography

4. Outstanding Technique

5. Outstanding Precision

6. Best in Category - 1st place

TEAM AWARDS

7. Sweepstakes Award - Awarded for a score of 90 or above in 3 routines

8. Judges Award

9. Outstanding Showmanship - Novelty, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, & Jazz

10. Outstanding Choreography - Novelty, Contemporary, Hip-Hop & Jazz

11. Outstanding Technique (difficult to receive) - Novelty, Hip-Hop, & Contemporary

12. Outstanding Precision (difficult to receive) - Novelty, Hip-Hop. Contemporary, & Jazz

13. Overall Entertainment Award - Novelty & Hip-Hop

14. Best in Category - 1st place Novelty

15. Best in Category - 1st place Hip-Hop

16. Best in Category - 1st place Contemporary

17. Best in Category - Runner-up Jazz

18. Best in Class - 2nd place

19. Line of Champions - Awarded to teams with the HIGHEST scores

All Matthew's Closet members: If you wish to go to SAMM's shelter today, please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room. We will leave at 3:45 and return by 5:10 p.m. First students to sign up will go!

Happy belated birthday to Blaise Britten and David Wisnieski.

Happy birthday to Vincent Keller, Roel Ramon, and Angela Reilly. Have a blessed day.

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 25, 2010

At the age of 13, Joan of Arc became aware of what she called her "voices" or "counsel." At first it was manifested only as a voice. Later the voices were accompanied by a blaze of light. Eventually she was able to identify her counsel givers as St. Michael, St. Margaret, and St. Catherine.

The varsity softball team will begin the Northeast Tournament today at 5:00 against MacArthur High School.

The JV white baseball team had a tough opener losing to St. Mary's Hall 15-3. They plan on bouncing back today against Lutheran at 4:30 at Antonian. The varsity will play their first game of the Northside tournament at 7:00 tonight against Marshall. Good luck baseball teams!

Matthew's Closet members: There will be a short meeting in Mr. Elizalde's room immediately after school today. Future plans for other service projects will be discussed.

Last night at the Stinson Tournament, the Antonian Chess team won the team competition in both Division I and Division II. In the individual competition, Matthew Trompler edged Luke Keller in an all Antonian final. Also, in Division II, BJ Ruiz took 1st place, Anthony Gallardo took 2nd place, and Anthony's only loss was to BJ. Jared Valadez took home the 3rd place medal. Congratulations to all players for the exceptional job.

The swim meeting will be today after school in the Lego Gym.

Attention all Eucharistic Ministers who signed up for the mini retreat: Make sure you are on the list posted in your Theology classroom. Remember this Saturday we are meeting for a mini retreat from 9:00a.m. - noon. We will first meet in the library.

Be sure to make plans to support the Silver Dancers in their second competition this weekend. The ladies will be performing at the Showmakers competition at O'Connor High School here in San Antonio.

All Drama Society Members: Come to the auditorium at 3:30 this afternoon for our group photo for the yearbook.

The band will be selling raffle tickets for the Wild Game Dinner on February 27. Tickets are $20.00 each and only 300 tickets will be sold. Prizes include: 1st prize: $2000.00, 2nd prize: $1000.00, and 3rd prize: $500.00. Please contact Mr. Rodriguez for tickets. Need not be present to win.

Happy Birthday to Kevin Maffei. Have a blessed day.

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2010

Joan of Arc, national hero of France and saint, is the Junior's selection of a saint for our chapel. She was an illiterate peasant girl who during the 15th century lead armies and was captured as a prisoner of war. At the age of 19, she was tried, convicted, and burned at the steak as a heretic. More than 370 years later, she was declared a saint.

The swim meeting will be held TOMORROW after school in the Lego Gym.

The JV white baseball team will open their season today at 4:30 at Saint Mary's Hall. All JV white team players need to stop by Coach Romo's classroom on the way to lunch today.

Attention Apaches who still need service hours: Mrs. Turner needs 20 students to help set up for the Wild Game Dinner this Saturday, February 27, from 8:00 a.m. - noon. Some upperclassmen who have done this before would be particularly valued as team leaders. The sign up sheet is in room 303.

The Band will be selling raffle tickets for the Wild Game dinner held on February, 27. Tickets are $20.00 each and only 300 tickets will be sold. Prizes include: 1st prize $2000.00 2nd prize: $1000.00, and 3rd prize: $500.00. Please contact Mr. Rodriguez for tickets. Need not be present to win.

The softball team will be selling raffle tickets TODAY during all lunches for Spurs tickets to a game on March 5th. Please support the softball team!

Be sure to make plans to support the Silver Dancers in their second competition this weekend. The ladies will be performing at the Showmakers competition at O'Connor High School here in San Antonio.

All Drama Society members: Come to the auditorium at 3:30 TOMORROW for our group photo for the yearbook!

Happy Birthday to Sabrena Fennell. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 23, 2010

The Antonian JV Red baseball game has been cancelled. Also, all baseball, tennis, track, golf, and softball practices have been cancelled for today. Boys and Girls basketball will practice from 3:45-4:45.

Your Apache varsity baseball team lost a close battle to the #3 ranked Alamo Heights team last night 4-1. Behind a strong pitching performance from Junior Dylan Romo, the Apaches shut down the Mules for four innings, but Alamo Heights came back to score 4 runs in the last two innings to get the victory.

The JV red team couldn't overcome an early deficit to Alamo Heights and ended up losing their game 9-3.

Weather permitting, the JV red team is scheduled to play San Antonio Christian today at Antonian at 4:30 p.m.

The Apache Band participated at TAPPS District Band contest on Monday, February 22, at Incarnate Word High School. The results are as follows:

The concert band received 2 first division ratings and 1 second division rating.

The jazz ensemble received 2 first division ratings and 1 second division rating.

The percussion ensemble received 3 first division ratings.

All three ensembles will advance to the State TAPPS music contest.

The following students participated in the solo event and received a first division rating:

Crystal Buchanan	Brandon Ruiz	Joseph Hernandez
Miranda Mendoza	Nick Sanchez	Anna Ng
Rocio Lago

The following students received a second division rating:

Anthony Bauml	James Deitschel	Stephanie Galle
Frank Garza	Rebecca Sauceda	Maddie Mendoza
Tommy Borowiec	Christopher Contreras	Ryan Oliva

The following student received a third division rating:

Stefan Ramirez

The following students received a first division rating and will advance to State with a class one solo:

Jorge Aguilar	Sean Butcher	Victoria Cantu
Matthew Coronado	Nora Denno (on Alto Saxaphone and Piano)
Meagan Dellert	Jason Hosmer	Jacob Kolodziej
Lori Martinez	Jonathan Martinez (Tenor and Baritone Saxaphone)
Kevin Medrano	Phillip Martinez	Angeli Phillips
Andrew Martinez	Jonathan Rivera	Kelsey Carolan
Matthew White	Elyze Zepeda	Elise Rush

Join Apache Life TONIGHT from 6:30-8 in the gallery where we discuss the topic of media. Bring your friends for this interesting event. If you don't have a life, come get one at Apache Life.

The softball team will be selling raffle tickets on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during all lunches for Spurs tickets to a game on March 5th. Please support the softball team!

Be sure to make plans to support the Silver Dancers in their second competition this weekend. The ladies will be performing at the Showmakers competition at O'Connor High School here in San Antonio.

All Drama Society members: Come to the auditorium at 3:30 on Thursday for our group photo for the yearbook!

Freshman Drama Society members: We need to elect a freshman representative for our executive board. Come sign-up to run for office in the auditorium after school TODAY AND TOMORROW.

The Antonian Chess Club will hold a meeting TODAY after school in room 210. All members participating in tomorrow's tournament are required to attend.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

There aren't any birthdays today. Have a blessed day.

MONDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2010

On Friday you heard of Pope John Paul II's personal connection to St. Padre Pio. We end our reflection on Padre Pio with this prayer recited at his canonization:

Teach us, we pray, humility of the heart, so that we may be counted among the little ones of the Gospel to whom the Father promised to reveal the mysteries of his kingdom. Help us to pray without ceasing, certain that God knows what we need even before we ask him. Obtain for us the eyes of faith that will help us recognize in the poor and suffering, the very face of Jesus. Sustain us in the hour of trouble and trial, and, if we fail, let us experience the joy of the sacrament of forgiveness. Grant us your tender devotion to Mary, mother of Jesus and our mother. Accompany us on our earthly pilgrimage toward the blessed homeland, where we too, hope to arrive to contemplate forever the glory of the father, the son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

-This prayer was recited by Pope John Paul II on June 16, 2002 at Padre Pio's canonization

Mr. Bray and Mr. Sipe would like to congratulate the Antonian Latin Club for a superlative performance at the Texas State Junior Classical League Area B Academic Olympics this past weekend. Out of 23 schools total in attendance and 7 schools competing in the uppermost division, Antonian took FIRST PLACE FOR THE 3RD YEAR IN A ROW, marking the first time that any school has ever done so. Mr. Bray and Mr. Sipe wish to thank all club members for putting forth the effort necessary for such a victory. As a club, all members have contributed whether present this weekend or not, be it through tough study or support. We are immensely proud of every one of you. The following are the results of the competition for Antonian. On behalf of the Latin Club, we especially wish to thank the teachers and staff for heir support and patience with the carious scheduling inconveniences that the club's activities have caused. A PARTICULAR THANK YOU GOES TO MR. HAYWARD AND MR. SAENZ who have been instrumental in laying the groundwork for the kids to succeed. Without the support of the entire Antonian family, none of the club's successes would be possible.

Latin Grammar	Roman Life	Classics Decathlon
Level 1 – Jon Paul Elizondo 1^st	Level 1 – Jason Richter 2^nd	Level 1 – Jon Paul Elizondo 1^st
Miranda Herrera 3^rd	Alexa Nudelman 5^th	Level 2 – Matthew Finnie 4^th
Margaret Grayson 4^th	Jonathan Sunday 7^th	Anthony Lopez 7^th
Level 2 – Anthony Lopez 2^nd	Level 2 – Gabby Sepulveda 2^nd	Paola Sabella 9^th
Michael Gonzalez 3^rd	John White 7^th	Level 3 – Megan Smith 2^nd
Monica Carrizal 4^th	Level 3 – Matthew Trompler 2^nd	Girls Dramatic Interpretation
Level 3 – Liz Scott 1^st	Angeli Phillips 3^rd	Level 1 – Clarissa Schwab 1^st
Latin Vocabulary	Tina Ibarra 5^th	Kara Wright 2^nd
Level 1 – Zach Solcher 9^th	Latin Literature	Meghan Modrovsky 5^th
Katherine Thompson 10^th	Level 1 – Nick Cahue 2^nd	Boys Dramatic Interpretation
Level 2 – Julie Earl 10^th	Elisa Forestier 4^th	Level 1 – Eric Johnson 3^rd
Level 3 – Catherin Carlo 5^th	Level 2 – Andrew Alvarado 2^nd	Charlie Coghlin 4^th
Latin Derivatives	Zeke Rozmus 3^rd	Level 2 – Rodrigo Cantu 1^st
Level 1 – Andrea Scott 2^nd	Sean Jeffreys 7^th	John Esparza 2^nd
Rebecca Ambelang 5^th	Level 3 – Alyssa Heavey 3^rd	Jonathan Rivera 5^th
Sean Butcher 6^th	Michelle Vivoli 7^th	Level 3 – Mark Stenberg 1^st
Level 2 – Mike Giordano 8^th	Greek History	Justin Heller 4^th
Reading Comprehension	Level 1 – Mitchell Rex 2^nd	Travis Crane 5^th
Level 1 – Ashley Malik 4^th	Olivia Lopez 3^rd	Latin Oratory
Carlos Cardin 5^th	Lauren Lammert 5^th	Level 1 – Teagan Gil 2^nd
Amber Ochoa 6^th	Level 2 – Jacob Kolodziej 1^st	Matthew Guerra 6^th
Level 2 – Andrew Bieterman 3^rd	Berny Ross 5^th	Level 2 – Breanne Pardo 2^nd
Emily Howard 5^th	Madelyn Perry 7^th	Bianca Pardo 3^rd
Nicole Carrasco 8^th	Level 3 – Matthew White 3^rd	Andrew Gazda 6^th
Level 3 – Jon Overton 4^th	Greek Life and Literature	Level 3 – Chloe Peterson 4th
prose	Level 1 – Kelsi Richter 1^st	Jessica Guerra 5th
Carlos Moreno 2^nd	Hazel Lopez 2^nd	Daphnee Peterson 7^th
Phil McBride 3^rd	Level 2 – Sarah Eisenmenger 2^nd	Sight Recitation
poetry	Jessica Kiel 3^rd	Level 1 – James Hoffman 1^st
Mottoes	Mari Heller 4^th	Level 2 – Isabella Santos 3^rd
Level 1 – Kevin Medrano 5^th	Level 3 – Sasha Grubbs 2^nd	Mary Coghlin 4^th
Level 2 – Vincent Keller 2^nd	Enrique Cavazos 3^rd	Seamus Kemmy 9^th
Victoria Femat 4^th	Chris Hawsey 5th	Level 3 – Katy Gazda 7^th
Nick Gundling 7^th	Greek Derivatives	Girls’ Costume
Level 3 – Kelsey Carolan 2^nd	Level 1 – Alex Spangler 4^th	Katherine Curran 1^st
Lauren Cornejo 4^th	Gina Parra 6^th	Boys Costume
Mythology	Megan Deitschel 7^th	Mike Cervantes 1^st
Level 1 – Raymond Mattes 2^nd	Level 2 – Michelle Herschell 3^rd	Couples’ Costume
Level 2 – Matthew Finnie 1^st	Melanie Herschell 5^th	Griffin George and Jessica Kiel 2^nd
Kristal Mendez 2^nd	Monica Matlock 7^th	Monochromatic Drawing
Chris Gilson 5^th	Level 3 – Brandon Parker 3^rd	Paola Sabella 6^th
Level 3 – Megan Smith 2^nd	Fernando Trevino 4^th	Sally Franckowiak 8^th
Stephanie Uy 3^rd		Kathleen Jenkins 8^th
Kevin Sievers 5^th	Ancient Geography	Polychromatic Drawing
Roman History	Level 1 – Arthur Hanna 2^nd	Martha Boucher 5^th
Level 1 – Andrew Vista 3^rd	Daniel Cassidy 3^rd	Katherine Hughes 8^th
Thomas Coleman 4^th	Mariana Gutierrez 6^th	Convention High Score Academic Pentathlon
Tim Villanueva 5^th	Level 2 – Tim Estrada 4^th	Level 1 – Jon Paul Elizondo
Level 2 – Ryan Denhard 3^rd	Cesar Benavides 6^th
Brandon Manuppelli 6^th	Michael Lockwood 9^th	Sports Awards
Level 3 – Patrick Tipps 2^nd	Level 3 – Scott Villanueva 3^rd	Volleyball – Antonian 2^nd
Mac O’Connell 4^th	James Deitschel 4^th	400m boys– Jon Paul Elizondo 1^st
Michael Healey 5^th	Alex Font 5^th	800m boys – Thomas Coleman 1^st

Congratulations to the Antonian Silver Dancers for their performance at competition this weekend. The ladies earned "outstanding" in all categories: Officer Jazz, Team Jazz, Team Novelty, Team Hip-Hop, and Team Modern. Other awards included SUPER SWEEPSTAKES - this is awarded to teams who scored 90 or above by all judges in 3 or more routines.

HIGHPOINT IN NOVELTY, HIP-HOP, MODERN, and JAZZ. BEST IN CLASS - awarded to teams with the highest overall score for their division. WINNER'S CIRCLE - awarded to the top 3-15 teams. In this competition, teams had to earn at least 852 points out of a possible 900.

Congratulations to the Antonian Silver Dancers!

The Apache boys basketball team met up with a tough St. Thomas team and came up on top with a 51-49 victory at the TAPPS 5A Regional game this past Saturday. The game was unbelievably intense with the boys holding on to a small lead for most of the game. A strong defensive stand with just a few seconds left clinched the win. The boys will take on Plano Prestonwood Christian in the semi-finals on Friday, February 26, at 6:30 p.m. at Masnfield Timberview High School. The finals are scheduled for Saturday, February 27, at 5:00 p.m. at Mansfield Summit High School.

The girls varsity basketball teams played Dallas Ursuline in the Regional Playoff game. Our girls started off slugish and were able to withstand a late rally by Ursuline to pull off a close win 51-43. Liz Briones was scoreless in the first quarter, but finished with a game high 17 points, 10 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2 assists. Alex Acuña had 10 points and 7 rebounds. Our team defense played a key role in our win because a lot of shots were not falling. Congratulations ladies. Our girls will be playing in the state semi-finals this Friday, February 26, against Bishop Lynch High School The game will be played at Mansfield Summit High School. The girls basketball team would like to that all the parents, students, faculty, and administrators that travelled to watch the game and support our girls.

The Apache softball team started off their regular season with a bang this weekend at the Navarro Tournament in Seguin. The girls walked away with a solid 5 wins, resulting in a tie for second place. This victory was an exciting and motivating way to start the season.

Congratulations to the boys varsity baseball team or beating San Antonio Christian last Friday night 7-3. Sophomore Charlie Coughlin had the big hit for the Apaches: a bases loaded clearing double in the second inning. Junior Jason Sanchez got the victory for the Apaches.

The JV red team lost to SACS 4-0 in their opening game Friday night despite giving up no hits.

Both teams play Alamo Heights today. The varsity plays away at 5:00 p.m. and the JV red team is at home at 4:30. Go Apaches!

Join Apache Life TOMORROW from 6:30-8 in the gallery where we discuss the topic of media. Bring your friends for this interesting event. If you don't have a life, come get one at Apache Life.

Attention all Matthew's Closet members: We will travel to SAMM shelter today at 3:45 and return at 5:20. The sign-up sheet is outside Mr. Elizalde's room.

The softball team will be selling raffle tickets on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during all lunches for Spurs tickets to a game on March 5th. Please support the softball team!

Be sure to make plans to support the Silver Dancers in their second competition this weekend. The ladies will be performing at the Showmakers competition at O'Connor High School here in San Antonio.

All Drama Society members: Come to the auditorium at 3:30 on Thursday for our group photo for the yearbook!

The Antonian Tennis team had a great time at the NEISD tennis tournament this past weekend. Winning 1st place in the boys' doubles were Grayson Grundhoefer and Michael Redshaw. Winning second place in girls' doubles were Audrey Camero and Mary Luckett. All our players did very well and we are very proud of them.

The Antonian Chess Club will hold a meeting TODAY after school in room 210. All members participating in tomorrow's tournament are required to attend.

Freshman Drama Society members: We need to elect a freshman representative for our executive board. Come sign-up to run for office in the auditorium after school TODAY AND TOMORROW.

All swimmers: there will be an important meeting TOMORROW in the Lego Gym. Please plan on attending.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Seniors: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a special honors only overnight weekend this Sunday February 21-February 22. If you are interested, please go by the Counseling Office for more information.

Happy Belated Birthday to Matthew Giang, Emily Leonard, Marcos Perez, Charles Tarrillion, Jessica Treviño and Trevor Youngman, Seamus Kemmy, and Ricardo Ledesma.

Happy Birthday to Lucy Stevens. Have a blessed day.

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 19, 2010

Padre Pio was beatified by John Paul II in 1999 and canonized in 2002. Pope John Paul II had a deep and personal respect for Padre Pio, whose intersession he sought while he was Bishop Karol Wojtyla. In 1962, the future Pope learned that his friend, a psychiatrist who had helped him in the preparation of his first book, Love and Responsibility, was stricken with terminal cancer. He wrote to Padre Pio asking him for prayers for her. When she was x-rayed in preparation for surgery to remove the cancerous mass, it was revealed that the mass had completely disappeared. Bishop Wojtyla believed it was a miracle worked by Padre Pio's intersession.

-From Witness to Hope: The biography of Pope John Paul II. pg 153

Attention all Latin Club Members: There will be a mandatory area prep session in the Student Center starting at the beginning of 7th period, and ending at 4:30. Latin officers: There will be a meeting today at the usual time in Mr. Sipe's room.

Your Apache baseball teams are in action tonight against San Antonio Christian School (SACS). The varsity plays at home at 4:30 and the JV Red team is at SACS starting at 7:00 p.m. Come out and support the baseball teams!

Attention all superlative winners: Your pictures are due by the end of the day TODAY. Please turn them into Gayle Bustamante, Caitlin Cano, or Ms. Nagel. If you need to take your picture, we will do it after school or during your advisory period.

Mother/Son pictures are available in the front office! Please come by the front office to pick them up.

The softball team will be selling raffle tickets on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during all lunches for Spurs tickets to a game on March 5th. Please support the softball team!

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Scott Hammel, Ilse Malagamba, and Emilio Molina. Have a blessed day!

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 18, 2010

Mother/Son pictures are available in the front office! Please come by the front office to pick them up.

The softball team will be selling raffle tickets on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday during all lunches for Spurs tickets to a game on March 5th. Please support the softball team!

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Alejandro Font, Matthew Fulara, Evan Houston, and Pamela Maldonado. Have a blessed day!

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2010

Padre Pio focused on prayer as he touched many lives. One famous quote recited by Padre Pio was "Pray, pray to the Lord with me, because the whole world needs prayer. And every day, when your heart feels the loneliness of life, pray. Pray to the Lord, because even God needs our prayers."

http://www.padrepiodevotions.org/

Attention Juniors: Junior parent night is TONIGHT in the Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. Parents and students are highly encouraged to attend this important meeting.

The varsity boys baseball team is scrimmaging Madison High School tonight at 5:00 p.m. at Blossom. Come out and see your Apaches battle one of the top teams in the city.

Med Team: If you will be attending today's field trip, please be sure to turn in your permission slip to Ms. Ramon ASAP. We will meet by the gym and leave at 3:30 sharp.

All certified Matthew's Closet students who wish to go to SAMM Shelter today: Please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room (200). The list is outside the door. We will leave at 3:45 and return by 5:00.

If you were absent yesterday, and feel you may have received a Valentine rose or lollipop, please check with your 7th period teacher today.

The softball team is selling Holy Bears! Each darling bear costs $10.00 and each has a theme and scripture. See any softball player for details.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy birthday to Ryan Woodward. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 16, 2010

Like St. Thomas Aquinas, Padre Pio experienced many ecstasies in his life. In July of 1918, he offered himself as a victim for the end of World War I. Days later, he had a vision in which Christ appeared and pierced his side. This resulted in a physical wound on his side. Several weeks later, he experienced an ecstasy in which the wounded Christ visited him. When the ecstasy ended he had the visible stigmata of the 5 wounds of Christ. The stigmata would remain with him 50 years until shortly before his death.

http://ewtn.com/PadrePio/man/biography.htm

Attention Juniors: Junior parent night is TOMORROW NIGHT in the Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. Parents and students are highly encouraged to attend this important meeting.

The varsity girls basketball team played Trinity Christian Addison in the Area Playoff game on Saturday. After starting the game off slowly, our girls were losing 20-10 after the 1st quarter. It looked as if the season was going to come to an end, but our girls started playing together and outscored TCA 28-13 in the 2nd quarter to go up 5 points into halftime. The girls continued to play hard and never looked back as we won 82-61.

Maureen Zuniga scored 24 points after being benched almost the entire 1st quarter. Liz Briones scored 13 points and had numerous rebounds despite being face-guarded the whole game. Nicole Conlee stepped up and had 12 points, Kathryn Galindo had 11 points while playing ill. Liz Lyssy had 10 points and Lindsey Olsen gave our girls a lift with 9 points. Alex Acuña and Jacquelyne Anderson played great defense to help our girls win.

The girls basketball program would like to thank all the students, parents, teachers, band, cheerleaders, administrators, and staff that attended the game.

The next game will be this Saturday, February 20 against Dallas-Ursuline in Salado at 9:00 a.m. in the Regional Playoff match-up. Good luck ladies and Go Apaches!

The boys varsity basketball team traveled South to Brownsville on Saturday to take on the Bloodhounds of St. Joseph Academy. The boys started off strong and never looked back securing the 78-48 victory. With this win, the Apaches handed Coach Walker his 100th career victory all at Antonian. Congratulations to Coach Walker and the boys for getting an important win that moves them into Regionals. The Apaches now travel North to Salado, TX this Saturday, February, 20, where they will take on Houston St. Thomas. Game time is 3:00 p.m. Get a ride-Take a road trip-Wear red-Be loud! See you in Salado!

All certified Matthew's Closet students who wish to go to SAMM Shelter today: Please sign up in Mr. Elizalde's room (200). The list is outside the door. We will leave at 3:45 and return by 5:00.

The softball team is selling Holy Bears! Each darling bear costs $10.00 and each has a theme and scripture. See any softball player for details.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Seniors: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a special honors only overnight weekend on Sunday February 21-February 22. If you are interested, please go by the Counseling Office for more information.

Attention All Juniors: The Engineer-for-a-day program will take place Tuesday February 16. If you are interested, please go to the Counseling Office for information. The final registration deadline is February 9. For more information call 210-499-6837.

Happy belated birthday to Katherine Diaz, Kristine Diaz, Phillip Valdez, Thomas Borrowiec, Alicia York, and Ms. Ramon.

Happy birthday today to Alejandro Castillo, Luis Chinea, Jennifer Holt-Rodriguez, and Julia Martinez. Have a blessed day!

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 12, 2010

St. Padre Pio had always been a devout child and from about the age of 10, he indicated that he wanted a religious life. At that time after seeing a Capuchin friar traveling in his village, he said he wanted to "be a friar with a beard." His parents consulted with the friars in a nearby village to see if they were interested in having their son join them. They were, but Padre Pio would need more than the three years of schooling he had. Because his parents were farm laborers and had little hope of improving their lot in their village, Padre Pio's father traveled to America to find work in order to pay for the private tutoring his son would need.

http://ewtn.com?PadrePio/man/biography.htm

Attention Juniors: Junior parent night is next Wednesday, February 17, in the Auditorium at 6:30 p.m. Parents and students are highly encouraged to attend this important meeting.

Attention all JV girls basketball players: Please turn in your uniforms on Tuesday of next week.

If you signed up for the field trip to the UT Science Center on Wednesday, February 17, please pick up the required permission form from Ms. Ramon ASAP.

Due to the overwhelming amount of roses purchased and extreme amount of absences today, all Valentines will be distributed during 7th period on Tuesday. However, singing Valentines will still be delivered today. Attention all Latin Club Members: This is a reminder that there will be a Latin Club lock-in TONIGHT from 6:30-10:00 in the gym. Come eat, have fun, and prepare for the Latin area convention with your fellow classmates.

The TAPPS State Swim Competition was held last weekend in Conroe, TX. Fourteen swimmers qualified to reach the competition, and the results are below:

Boys Team Results-9th

Girls Team Results-12th

Boys 200 Medley Relay-7th place

Ryan Black

Dylan Jones

Andrew Bieterman

Zeke Rozmus

Boys 50 Freestyle:

Ryan Black 5th place

Girls 100 Freestyle:

Chloe Peterson-7th place

Boys 100 Freestyle:

Ryan Black 4th place

Boys 200 Freestyle Relay-7th place

Alex Castillo

Zeke Rozmus

Dylan Jones

Ryan Black

Girls 100 Breaststroke:

Greta Porisch-8th

Great job at state and the season!

The softball team is selling Holy Bears! Each darling bear costs $10.00 and each has a theme and scripture. See any softball player for details.

Attention all Film Club Members: There will be a mandatory meeting THIS AFTERNOON AFTER SCHOOL. Please attend.

Happy Birthday to Kelsey Carolan, Emilie Gilbert, and Andrew Morales. Have a blessed day.

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 11, 2010

In September of 1918, as he was kneeling in front of a crucifix, Padre Pio received the visible marks of the crucifixion. The doctor that examined him found no natural cause from the wounds. The wounds were no longer visible upon his death in 1968. 50 years prior to his death, Padre Pio predicted his wounds would be healed. In fact, wounds and scaring vanished, and his skin was completely renewed.

The TAPPS State Swim Competition was held last weekend in Conroe, TX. Fourteen swimmers qualified to reach the competition, and the results are below:

Boys Team Results-9th

Girls Team Results-12th

Boys 200 Medley Relay-7th place

Ryan Black

Dyan Jones

Andrew Bieterman

Zeke Rozmus

Boys 50 Freestyle:

Ryan Black 5th place

Girls 100 Freestyle:

Chloe Peterson-7th place

Boys 100 Freestyle:

Ryan Black 4th place

Boys 200 Freestyle Relay-7th place

Alex Castillo

Zeke Rozmus

Dylan Jones

Ryan Black

Girls 100 Breaststroke:

Greta Porisch-8th

Great job at state and the season!

All Med Team Members: We will have a meeting today after school to discuss upcoming events. First on the agenda is the trip next week on February 17. If you are still interested, please pick up a form from Ms. Ramon.

Attention all Latin Club Members: This is a reminder that there will be a Latin Club lock-in on Friday February 12th from 6:30-10:00 p.m. in the gym. Come eat, have fun, and prepare for the Latin Area Competition with your fellow classmates.

The softball team is selling Holy Bears! Each darling bear costs $10.00 and each has a theme and scripture. See any softball player for details.

Tickets for the Sadie Hawkins Dance will be on sale during lunch this week for $5.00 each. Dates who do not attend Antonian must be pre-approved and bring some form of ID to be admitted to the dance.

All members of the TAPPS team: Come to a meeting today at 3:30 in the auditorium. We will be making our practice schedule so bring planners.

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Let Student Council help you make this day special. You may purchase heart shaped lollipops for 50¢, chocolate roses for $1.00, or a singing Valentine for $2.00. All purchases will be delivered on Friday, February 12. Don't miss out!

Attention All Film Club Members: There will be a mandatory meeting this Friday. Please attend.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Brandon Manuppeli and Marisa Salazar.

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 10, 2010

The saint chosen by the junior class is Padre Pio. He was born into a family of agricultural laborers in 1887. He became a Capuchin nocice at the age of 16, and was ordained to the priesthood at the age of 23. He is most known as the only priest to have received the stigmata, or wounds of Christ. Padre Pio died in 1968 and was canonized in 2002. Over 500,000 people gathered to watch Pope John Paul II proclaim him a saint.

http://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=311

Father John Castro will be available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation today. Please take advantage of this opportunity during your advisory time. If you are not certain you can go at that time, talk to your Theology teacher about your desire to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Your teacher will give you the opportunity to go.

The JV and Varsity girls basketball teams played their last district game of the year last night against Providence. The JV team won their game 54-35. Teresa Browning led the way wih 14 points. Congratulations ladies on a great season.

The varsity team also won their game with a balanced scoring attack. Liz Lyssy had 19 points with 9 rebounds, while Nicole Conlee had 17 points and 16 rebounds. Kathryn Galindo had 12 points, Alex Acuña had 12 points, 12 rebounds and Maureen Zuniga added 10 points and 6 assists. Great job ladies.

With the win, the varsity has earned 1st place in district and will play the first round of the playoffs this Saturday against Trinity Christian Addison at 12:00 p.m. at Antonian. Come out and support our girls as they start their run towards a State Championship.

The Antonian girls tennis team defeated Incarnate Word yesterday by a score of 5-2. Ladies who went undefeated include Melanie Herschell, Michelle Herschell, Emily Howard, Elisa Forestier, and Becky Sauceda. Great job girls!

The Apache softball team battled in their second scrimmage of the season last night against O'Connor High School. The girls played strong and are now ready to tackle the rest of the season starting with tomorrow's game against St. Anthony. The girls are anxious and excited to begin a championship season!

The softball team is selling Holy Bears! Each darling bear costs $10.00 and each has a theme and scripture. See any softball player for details.

Old members of Mu Alpha Theta whose last names start with A-M, bring 12 pack drinks and those who start with N-Z bring desserts to Mrs. Toscano for the Educational Ceremony on Thursday.

All members of the TAPPS team: Come to a meeting Thursday afternoon at 3:30 in the auditorium. We will be making our practice schedule so bring planners.

Attention All Film Club Members: There will be a mandatory meeting this Friday. Please attend.

Tickets for the Sadie Hawkins Dance will be on sale during lunch this week for $5.00 each. Dates who do not attend Antonian must be pre-approved and bring some form of ID to be admitted to the dance.

There will be a mandatory NHS meeting on Wednesday, February 10 immediately after school in the auditorium. Please be on time.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Monica Conlee and Alisha Diaz. A special belated birthday to Mrs. Hernandez. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 9, 2010

We end our reflection on St. Agnes with this prayer:

Almighty and everlasting God who chooses those whom the world deems powerless to put the powerful to shame; grant us so to cherish the memory of your youthful martyr Agnes, that we may share her pure and steadfast faith in you, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever.

http://satucket.com/lectionary/Agnes.htm

Tonight is senior night, the final regular season game for the Apaches vs. St. Michael's Academy. Come out and cheer on Jacob Cukjati, Anthony Gabriel, Steven Gorday, Kyle Sheffy, and Cesar Rodriguez in their final home game. The varsity game has district implications with the winner taking the TAPPS 2-5A district crown. Come out and support the Apaches in the most important game of the season. Come out-wear red-be loud!

Attention All Film Club Members: There will be a mandatory meeting this Friday. Please attend.

Tickets for the Sadie Hawkins Dance will be on sale during lunch this week for $5.00 each. Dates who do not attend Antonian must be pre-approved and bring some form of ID to be admitted to the dance.

All track and field money must be turned into Coach Lovell by TODAY. Please turn in your money ASAP.

Apache Life wants you to come to our Valentine Mixer TODAY in the Student Center. Come talk about relationships. If you don't have a life, get one at Apache Life.

There will be a mandatory NHS meeting on Wednesday, February 10 immediately after school in the auditorium. Please be on time.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to Jennifer Farar and Emily Howard. Have a blessed day.

MONDAY FEBRUARY 8, 2010

We have been reflecting on the saint chosen by the senior class-St. Agnes. Her feast day is January 21. On this day, two lambs are brought to the church dedicated to her on the Via Nomentana. They are blessed, taken out, and cared for until the time comes for them to be sheared. The wool is woven by the nuns of St. Agnes convent into the pallia given by the Pope to new archbishops.

The Antonian tennis team had a good team match in Hondo on Saturday. They finished with an 18-14 winning record. Undefeated players were Jaclyn Palmer, Luke Keller, Melanie Herschell, and Jacob Miller. Congratulations to the tennis team!

The JV and varsity girls basketball teams played their last district home game this past Saturday. The JV team won their game 59-44. Victoria Briones came off the bench and scored 13 points. Sabrina Perez added 12 points and Monica Conlee had 10 points.

The varsity team won their game 64-13 on "Senior Day." Maureen Zuniga led all scorers with 15 points and 4 turnovers. Liz Lyssy had 12 points and 5 steals, while Kathryn Galindo had 11 points and 12 rebounds. Liz Briones added 10 points, 4 steals, and 3 assists.

The basketball program would like to thank all those who came out and supported our girls. The next game will be on Tuesday against Providence at 5:30 p.m. for JV, and 7:00 p.m. for varsity. If our varsity wins their last game, they will be District Champions!

Congratulations on the win ladies and keep working hard, smart, and together. Go Apaches!

All freshman basketball players need to stop by and see Coach Ross today.

Congratulations to the varsity boys baseball team. They opened up the season on Saturday with a 10-3 victory against SACS. They put the game away with 7 runs in the bottom of the 6th inning, including a grand slam by junior Dylan Romo. Junior Luciano Villanueva pitched the last 2 innings to get the save and the win.

All three Apache boys basketball teams came away with wins this past Saturday at St. Anthony Gym. The Freshman began the night with 53-58 victory. The smooth passing JV continued to play well together and topped the JV Jackets 76-66. The Varsity faced a quick and scrappy St. Anthony squad and closed out the night with a convincing 87-60 victory.
Next up, Feb. 9th is Senior Night, the final regular season game for the Apaches vs. St. Michael Academy. Come out and cheer on Jacob Cukjati, Anthony Gabriel, Steven Gorday, Kyle Sheffy and Cesar Rodriguez in their final home game. The Varsity game has district implications with the winner taking the TAPPS 2-5A District crown. Spread the word, Tuesday night Feb. 9th come out and support the Apaches in the most important game of the season. Come Out - Wear Red - Be Loud

Attention all Apaches: The newly forming hand-bell choir will be preparing to be part of the celebration to bless the new chapel in May. To join some music reading ability would be helpful, but it is not at all necessary for you to have any hand-bell experience. To learn more, please attend an informational meeting in room 303-Mrs. Turner's room-on Monday February 8 after school. This is a chance to make a joyful noise unto the Lord.

There will be a meeting for seniors wanting to participate in singing Valentine's today during advisory.

Apache Life wants you to come to our Valentine mixer on Tuesday February 9 in the Student Center. Come talk about relationships! If you don't have a life, get one at Apache Life!

The Student Council has extended the "Souper Bowl" canned soup drive until February 12. The advisory that brings the most soup will win a mystery prize!

There will be a general MANDATORY NHS meeting next Wednesday February 10, immediately after school in the auditorium. Please be on time.

Happy Birthday to Charles Huriega.

Happy Belated Birthday to Michelle Aguirre and Charles Hamilton. Have a blessed day.

FRIDAY FEBRUARY 5, 2010

Apache Life wants you to come to our Valentine mixer on Tuesday February 9 in the Student Center. Come talk about relationships! If you don't have a life, get one at Apache Life!

There will be a general MANDATORY NHS meeting next Wednesday February 10, immediately after school in the auditorium. Please be on time.

All students taking the ACT test this Saturday at Antonian: Please be here at at 8:00 a.m. Bring two #2 pencils, a calculator, a photo ID, and your admission ticket.

The Student Council has extended the "Souper Bowl" canned soup drive until February 12. The advisory that brings the most soup will win a mystery prize!

Attention Smoke Signals: All staff members who ordered a t-shirt, please pick them up after school. Mrs. Hallfrisch will be at the door of the teacher's workroom with your shirt. Please be prompt.

There are no birthdays today. Have a blessed day.

THURSDAY FEBRUARY 4, 2010

After her martyrdom, St. Agnes' body was placed in a tomb on a now ancient road leading out of Rome, the Via Nomentana. A larger catacomb grew up around the tomb and was named after her. The original slab which covered the remains is now in a museum in Naples. It's inscription reads Agne Sanctissima. A biscilla was erected over her grave during the reign of Constantine.

The Antonian Swim Team will be in action this weekend on Friday, February 5-Saturday, February 6. Wish them luck and keep them in your prayers!

The girl's basketball teams played against St. Anthony's last night. The JV team won a tough game 43-35. Monica Conlee led all scorers with 13 points. Ashley Malik scored 8 points, and Teresa Browning had 7 points.

The varsity team won their game 83-48 with a balanced attack. Liz Briones led all scorers with 19 points. Kathryn Galindo had 17 points, Liz Lyssy had 11 points, and Nicole Conlee added 9 points.

The next game for our girls will be our last home district game this Saturday against Brownsville-St. Joseph's. It will be senior day, starting with the JV playing at 10:30 a.m. and the varsity at 12:00 p.m. Come out and watch Liz, Nicole, and Kathryn as they play their last home district game.

All students taking the ACT test this Saturday at Antonian: Please be here at at 8:00 a.m. Bring two #2 pencils, a calculator, a photo ID, and your admission ticket.

The Student Council has extended the "Souper Bowl" canned soup drive until February 12. The advisory that brings the most soup will win a mystery prize!

The Chess Club will hold a special meeting today after school in room 210. This is a brief, but important meeting and all active members are expected to attend.

Attention Smoke Signals: All staff members who ordered a t-shirt, please pick them up after school. Mrs. Hallfrisch will be at the door of the teacher's workroom with your shirt. Please be prompt.

Good news Apaches! Mr. Saenz will allow the coffee shop to be open during the special event tomorrow, so bring your money! Also, Mrs. Turner needs her coffee shop volunteers to see her today if they want to work a shift.

There will be a general MANDATORY NHS meeting next Wednesday February 10, immediately after school in the auditorium. Please be on time.

Happy Birthday to Lauren Bishop, Lauren Sisoian, and Eric White. Have a blessed day.

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 3, 2010

The saint chosen by the senior class is St. Agnes. She is a Roman martyr of the early Church from the late 3rd and 4th century. As a twelve or thirteen year old, she was ordered to sacrifice to pagan gods and refused. Agnes received a proposal of marriage but declined to Christ and she lived a life of chastity. Beheaded for her beliefs, she is a martyr of the Church.

The Lady Apache softball team started off their season strong last night with a scrimmage against Boerne Champion High School. The JV team showed us their skills defeating Champion by a landslide. The varsity team finished off the night by giving an exciting preview of the upcoming season. The girls look forward to the exciting and challenging season ahead of them.

Attention all SENIORS: Tonight is Financial Aid Night at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

There will be a general MANDATORY NHS meeting next Wednesday February 10, immediately after school in the auditorium. Please be on time.

Happy Birthday to Larry Hicks. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY FEBRUARY 2, 2010

We compete these days of reflection on St. Thomas Aquinas with a prayer to him:

St. Thomas Aquinas patron of students and Catholic Schools, we thank God for the gifts of light and knowledge he bestowed upon you, which you used to build up the Church in love. We thank God too for the wealth and richness of theological teaching you left us in your writings. Not only were you great teacher, you lived a life of virtue and you made holiness the desire of your heart. If we cannot imitate you in the brilliance of your academic purists, I can follow you in the humility and charity that marked your life. As St. Paul said, charity is the greatest gift, and it is open to all. Pray for us that we may grow in holiness and charity. Pray also for Catholic Schools and all students. Amen

Attention All Seniors: Financial Aid night is TOMORROW February, 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

Volleyball players: Coach Mac needs to meet with the 2009 State volleyball team today immediately after school for a short meeting.

Run in Red, Run with Christ, Run for Hope! Remember to sign up for the Hope for the Future 5K Run. Registration forms can be obtained in your advisory and are due today, February 2nd.

Track and Field: All athletes interested in running track & field will need to turn in their required TEAM PACKAGE MONEY by Wednesday, February 3rd. If you need more information see Coach Lovell, or Coach Kurtz.

All sophomores and juniors who took the practice SAT (PSAT) on January 9, please pick up your scores in the Counseling Office.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Birthday to: Michael Cervantes, Lee Fuentes, Hunter Hart, Robert Ross.

MONDAY FEBRUARY 1, 2010

St. Thomas Aquinas died in 1274 at the age of 49, and he was cannonized 49 years later in 1323. His writings, however, took much longer to take hold and became the reverted works that they are today. In fact, three years after his death, one bishop condemned 21 of Thomas' thesis' and this was followed by the Dominican-the same order as Thomas-Archbishop of Canterbury doing the same. His rise to preeminence in Catholic Theology began during the Council of Trent during the 16th century. In 1567, nearly 300 years after his death, Pope St. Pius V declared Thomas a Doctor of the Church and gave him the title of "Angelic Doctor".

The Varsity Apaches lost the rubber match to rival Central Catholic before another enthusiastic crowd on Saturday night by a score of 69-63. Both teams got off to a good start but it was the Buttons who hit their shots and prevailed with the win. Still, the Apaches who got off to great start in district by rattling off 4 straight wins sits tied with Holy Cross for 1st place. The JV also played a tough game against the Buttons but, dropped a loss 58-64. The Boy's still have two more crucial contests against St. Anthony on Saturday February 6th and against St. Michael on Tuesday February 9th (Senior Night).

Come out and continue to support the Boy's as they fight for the district title.

Come out. Wear red. Be loud!

The girls basketball teams played Incarnate Word on Saturday. This was the last game of the season for our freshman basketball team, and they finished out strong winning their game 43-34. Victoria Briones led the way with 16 points and Monica Conlee chipped in 16 points to help the freshman team hold off a late rally to win.

The JV team played a tight, low scoring game and won 36-24. Teresa Browning scored a game high 15 points to help the JV win.

The varsity team played together and showed a lot of heart as they won 64-60. Maureen "Moses" Zuniga stepped up in the 4th quarter to score 11 of her 22 points to lead the way. Kathryn "Big O" Galindo played strong in the 2nd half and had 18 points and 9 rebounds. Liz "Mija" Briones showed leadership and determination as she played tough defense and scored 9 points and 6 rebounds while playing with flu-like symptoms. All the girls played with pride and earned the win.

The basketball program would like to thank everyone who was in attendance to support. It was a packed house, and the girls are proud that they defended our home court with pride and respect.

Also, all freshman basketball players need to turn in their uniforms to Coach Ross by this Wednesday.

All sophomores and juniors who took the practice SAT (PSAT) on January 9, please pick up your scores in the Counseling Office.

Antonian made a good showing at the Dominion Tournament despite having to deal with wind, rain, and freezing temperatures. Jackie Palmer won the girls consolation, Katie Hughes made it to the semi-finals of consolation, and Luke Keller won two hard fought rounds in the main draw. Congratulations to all those that participated.

In the last Certamen Tournament of the season, Antonian dominated with the Novice Team of Jon Paul Elizondo, Tim Villanueva, Clarissa Schwab, and Jason Richter. The team took home 1st place, and the Intermediate Team of Anthony Lopez, Jacob Kolodziej, Matthew Finnie, and Rodrigo Cantu took home 2nd place. Congratulations!

Run in Red, Run with Christ, Run for Hope! Remember to sign up for the Hope for the Future 5K Run. Registration forms can be obtained in your advisory and are due next Tuesday, February, 2.

Last Saturday, the Antonian Chess Club won the high school indivisual competition at the Corpus Christi Catholic Schools Tournament. The outcome resulted in Matthew Trompler taking home 1st place, Joshua Owen winning 4th place, and BJ Ruiz taking home the 5th place trophy. Despite missing one player, the team was able to tie for 1st place, but lost the tie-breaker. Congratulations on an excellent job.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

UT Health Science Center: Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy will partner with the very best raising sophomores, from a broad array of San Antonio school districts with outstanding biomedical scientists from UT Health Science Center over their high school career to promote excellence in scholarship and biomedical research training. WHO: Freshman students. WHEN: June 16-July 30, 2010, 5 to 8 hours a day. WHERE: 7700 Floyd Curl Drive. COMPENSATION: It is a full-time commitment and will require a considerable effort for each participant. A Voelcker Scholarship will be given to a student of $1000. REQUIREMENTS: 90 in mathematics, science and English. DEADLINE: Students must provide a completed application form including 1 science personal essay, letters of recommendation from two teachers, including 1 science teacher and official high school grade transcripts. Applications must must be received by 4:00 p.m. on NEXT MONDAY FEBRUARY 1. Students can print an application at http://VoelckerAcademy.uthscsa.edu or one can be picked up in the counseling office.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Happy Belated Birthday to Francisco Castro and Julianne Bohnekamp.

Happy Birthday to Fernando Treviño. Have a blessed day.

FRIDAY JANUARY 29, 2010

St. Thomas Aquinas died in 1274 at the age of 49. His body was eventually laid to rest at the Dominican Church in Toulouse, France in 1369. Nearly 300 years later, a magnificent shrine was erected there in 1628, but was destroyed by anticlerical movement of the French Revolution in 1789. After the Revolution, his body was removed to the Church of St. Sernin in Toulouse, France. This was in 1628 and his remains rest there today.

Tomorrow, Saturday, January, 24, your Apache baseball teams will be playing a marathon intersquad baseball game beginning at 10 a.m. The game will be going on all day so please stop by and get a look at this year's players!

All sophomores and juniors who took the practice SAT (PSAT) on January 9, please pick up your scores in the Counseling Office.

The girls basketball teams will play against Incarnate Word today at ACP. Games will begin at 4:30 for freshman, 6:00 for JV, and varsity will tip-off at 7:30. Come out and show your spirit.

This Friday and Saturday, the Drama Society will be performing their first showcase Gourmet Cabaret. A collection of 18 short dramatic and comedic pieces, as well as baked goodies, drinks, and lots of prizes to be raffled away. Join us this weekend both days at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

Run in Red, Run with Christ, Run for Hope! Remember to sign up for the Hope for the Future 5K Run. Registration forms can be obtained in your advisory and are due next Tuesday, February, 2.

Attention Med Team We will be taking a field trip to the UT Health Science Center on Wednesday, February 17 to tour the medical school. If you are interested in attending, please speak to Ms. Ramon as soon as possible. There are only 25 spots available so hurry!

Attention juniors and seniors: A financial planning workshop will be held at Antonian TOMORROW January 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A licensed financial planner will give information about how to manage checking and savings accounts, credit card use, automobile insurance, and how to create a high level financial plan. There are 20 spots available, and a $12.00 registration fee is required to reserve your spot. Snacks and lunch will be provided. Registration forms are due ASAP. To get registration forms, or for more information, and give completed registration forms and fees, please see Ryne Medina, Haley Boeckelmann, or Michelle Alanis.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

SAN ANTONIO PRE-FRESHMAN ENGINEERING PREP 2010: Criteria: Must be in 6th through 10th grade. WHEN: June 14-July 31, 5-6 hours a day. WHERE: UTSA (Main and Downtown Campuses) and at the Alamo Junior Colleges in San Antonio. COST: $300.00. The student must have an average of 85 in Mathematics, Science, and English. Applications can be submitted online at www.prep-usa.org or must be postmarked on or before January 29, 2010.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Seniors: UTSA will host a financial aid workshop TOMORROW Saturday January, 30 , from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. See the bulletin board for more information.

Attention All Juniors: The Engineer-for-a-day program will take place Tuesday February 16. If you are interested, please go to the Counseling Office for information. The priority deadline to register is TOMORROW FRIDAY January 29. The final registration deadline is February 9. For more information call 210-499-6837.

There aren't any birthdays today. Have a blessed day.

THURSDAY JANUARY 28, 2010

Yesterday at Mass, we heard of the ecstacy St. Thomas Aquinas experienced that led him to stop writing. The Church describes an ecstacy as a "mystical enrapture of the body and soul." St. Thomas experienced many such ecstacies in his life. During another in Naples in 1273 after Thomas had completed his treatise on the Eucharist, three of his Dominican bretheren witnessed him lifted in ecstacy, and heard a voice coming from the crucifix on the altar asking him, "You have written well of me Thomas; what reward will you have?" They heard Thomas reply, "None other than you Lord."

http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/14663b.htm

The Blossom Tennis Tournament has been cancelled. There will be an announcement later about the Dominion Tournament.

The Antonian Chess team swept all the major awards last night at the Holmes High School tournament. Matthew Trompler won 1st place, BJ Ruiz won 2nd place, and Luke Keller won 3rd place with Matthew Finnie coming in 5th. This team won 13 of the 16 games played bringing home the overall team competition award too. Congratulations to all our players for the exceptional job!

The Antonian girls soccer teams played last night and earned 2 victories over Incarnate Word. Congratulations to your JV and varsity district champions for the 7th year in a row. Your seniors finished with 21 wins, 0 losses, and 1 tie (21-0-0 record) over their 4 years of district play. The girls would like to thank the boys soccer team and the fans that joined them to help celebrate this victory. Awesome job ladies, however it is not over. The road to victory begins!

The Apaches were back in action on Wednesday as they took on Holy Cross. The Knights at home defending their territory kept the Varsity Apaches at bay for most of the game. The boys kept battling but came up short and suffered their first district loss 55-64. The Freshman started the evening off with a hard fought contest that ended with the Apaches losing 51-52. The JV played like a well oiled machine. With great ball movement and a solid inside game the guys powered their way to a 81-66 victory.
Next up, a big rematch with Central Catholic. Both Freshman teams will be in action on Friday, Jan. 29th at Central Catholic HS. Game 1 starts at 6:00PM, game 2 begins at 7:30PM. The JV and Varsity will be in action on Saturday, Jan.30th at St. Mary's University Greehy Arena. The JV plays at 6:00PM and Varsity 7:30PM.
COME OUT, WEAR RED, BE LOUD!

All advisory representatives will meet during advisory today in the library

Today's detention will be moved to next Thursday, February, 4.

Attention Med Team We will be taking a field trip to the UT Health Science Center on Wednesday, February 17 to tour the medical school. If you are interested in attending, please speak to Ms. Ramon as soon as possible. There are only 25 spots available so hurry!

Run in Red, Run with Christ, Run for Hope! Remember to sign up for the Hope for the Future 5K Run. Registration forms can be obtained in your advisory and are due next Tuesday, February, 2.

All Earth Club members who want a t-shirt must have their $10.00 payment in to Mr. Derbonne by Wednesday, February, 3. If payment is not received, your t-shirt will not be ordered.

Attention Matthew's Closet members: We will have a meeting this afternoon!

There will be a Mu Alpha Theta meeting TODAY after school for all senior members in room 208. Please plan to attend.

The Spirit Club will meet TOMORROW after school in the library conference room. See you there!

Attention all ladies, the time has come for you to find a date for the Sadie Hawkins Dance. For this semi-formal occasion, girls ask the boys! The dance will be the weekend of Valentine's Day and tickets will be sold the week before for $5.00 each.

Attention juniors and seniors: A financial planning workshop will be held at Antonian on Saturday January 30, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. A licensed financial planner will give information about how to manage checking and savings accounts, credit card use, automobile insurance, and how to create a high level financial plan. There are 20 spots available, and a $12.00 registration fee is required to reserve your spot. Snacks and lunch will be provided. Registration forms are due by January 28. To get registration forms, or for more information, and give completed registration forms and fees, please see Ryne Medina, Haley Boeckelmann, or Michelle Alanis.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

UT Health Science Center: Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy will partner with the very best raising sophomores, from a broad array of San Antonio school districts with outstanding biomedical scientists from UT Health Science Center over their high school career to promote excellence in scholarship and biomedical research training. WHO: Freshman students. WHEN: June 16-July 30, 2010, 5 to 8 hours a day. WHERE: 7700 Floyd Curl Drive. COMPENSATION: It is a full-time commitment and will require a considerable effort for each participant. A Voelcker Scholarship will be given to a student of $1000. REQUIREMENTS: 90 in mathematics, science and English. DEADLINE: Students must provide a completed application form including 1 science personal essay, letters of recommendation from two teachers, including 1 science teacher and official high school grade transcripts. Applications must must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 1, 2010. Students can print an application at http://VoelckerAcademy.uthscsa.edu or one can be picked up in the counseling office.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Seniors: UTSA will host a financial aid workshop Saturday January, 30 , from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. See the bulletin board for more information.

There aren't any birthdays today. Have a blessed day.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 27, 2010

"St. Thomas Aquinas is among the most important saints for teachers of both sacred and secular subjects. Aquinas himself distinguished very little between sacred and secular subjects: he maintained that one learned about faith by reason and that reason supported faith" (Swetnam pg. 55). Pope Benedict has said of St. Thomas Aquinas that he has the charisma of both a philosopher and a theologian, and he "offers a valid model of harmony between reason and faith." http://www.ignatiusinsight.com/features2007/schall_b16aquinas_feb07.asp

Fr. John is available for the Sacrament of Reconciliation today. Please take advantage of this opportunity during your advisory time. If you are not certain you can go at that time, talk to your theology teacher about your desire to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Your teacher will give you the opportunity to go.

Congratulations to the girls JV soccer team who won the St. Mary's Hall soccer tournament this past weekend. Great job ladies!

All Sophomores and Juniors: The Practice SAT Presentation will be TONIGHT, at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium for all those students who took the practice SAT on January 9.

There will be a Mu Alpha Theta meeting TOMORROW after school for all senior members in room 208. Please plan to attend.

Attention all Matthew's Closet members: The meeting today has been rescheduled for Thursday afternoon.

The Spirit Club will meet TOMORROW after school in the library conference room. See you there!

Attention Smoke Signals staff: Articles for the upcoming issue are due TODAY. Please be responsible and have it in on time to smokesignals2010@gmail.com

There will be an Earth Club meeting TODAY after school. All Earth Club members need to to bring $10.00 for their t-shirt.

Run in Red, Run with Christ, Run for Hope! Remember to sign up for the Hope for the Future 5K Run. Registration forms can be obtained in your advisory and are due next Tuesday, February, 2.

There will be an NHS Executive Board meeting TODAY during senior advisory.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

UT Health Science Center: Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy will partner with the very best raising sophomores, from a broad array of San Antonio school districts with outstanding biomedical scientists from UT Health Science Center over their high school career to promote excellence in scholarship and biomedical research training. WHO: Freshman students. WHEN: June 16-July 30, 2010, 5 to 8 hours a day. WHERE: 7700 Floyd Curl Drive. COMPENSATION: It is a full-time commitment and will require a considerable effort for each participant. A Voelcker Scholarship will be given to a student of $1000. REQUIREMENTS: 90 in mathematics, science and English. DEADLINE: Students must provide a completed application form including 1 science personal essay, letters of recommendation from two teachers, including 1 science teacher and official high school grade transcripts. Applications must must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 1, 2010. Students can print an application at http://VoelckerAcademy.uthscsa.edu or one can be picked up in the counseling office.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Seniors: UTSA will host a financial aid workshop Saturday January, 30 , from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. See the bulletin board for more information.

Attention All Juniors: The Engineer-for-a-day program will take place Tuesday February 16. If you are interested, please go to the Counseling Office for information. The priority deadline to register is January 29. The final registration deadline is February 9. For more information call 210-499-6837.

There aren't any birthdays today. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY JANUARY 26, 2010

After two years of imprisonment, St. Thomas Aquinas' family family relented when they realized that he would not change his mind. He went on to study in universities in Paris and Cologne. He became a writer, preacher, and teacher. His most well known work is the Summa Theologiae, a comprehensive discussion of faith and God.

Teachers: if you missed the first SMARTboard session of the semester last Friday, a make-up session will be held today after school @ 3:25 in the library.

Congratulations to the boys golf team. The team of Eddie Devane, Larry Hicks, John Cooper, Alex Bissaro, Andre Ramirez, and Phil Coehlo finished in 2nd place among 29 teams in Houston yesterday. Mr. Devane also won individual honors out of 113 players. Congratulations boys!

The Antonian TAPPS Math Team had a competition at John Jay High School this Saturday. Becky Sauceda and Mike Cervantes placed 5th and 9th, respectively, amongst veterans in calculator applications. Amongst the novices, Michael Gonzalez placed 2nd in number sense, 10th in calculator applications, and 4th amongst the juniors in general mathematics. Alex Konradi placed 1st in number sense and 2nd amongst the sophomores in general mathematics. Congratulations to all that competed and good luck at our next competition.

All Juniors: Please sign up to see your academic counselor in the Counseling Office.

There will be an NHS Executive Board meeting on Wednesday, January, 27 during senior advisory in the library.

The Antonian Chess Club will hold a meeting today after school in room 210. The items on the agenda include the two upcoming tournaments and picture taking for the yearbook. Please be on time.

Attention baseball players: There is a mandatory parents meeting tonight in the cafeteria at 7:00 p.m. One or both parents must attend.

The Spirit Club will meet this Thursday, January 28, after school in the library conference room. See you there!

Attention Smoke Signals Staff: Articles for the upcoming issue are due tomorrow Wednesday, January 27. Please be responsible and have it in on time to smokesignals2010@gmail.com

All Sophomores and Juniors: The Practice SAT Presentation will be this Wednesday January 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium for all those students who took the practice SAT on January 9.

Seniors: UTSA will host a financial aid workshop Saturday January, 30 , from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. See the bulletin board for more information.

This Friday and Saturday the Drama Society will be performing their first showcase: Gourmet Cabaret. A Collection of 18 short dramatic and comedic pieces as well as baked goodies, drinks, and lots of prizes to be raffled away. Join us this weekend at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

Showcase Cast members: Check the callboard for your tech week schedule.

Remember Apache Life will be meeting TONIGHT in the Student Center. Please bring your friends and if you don't have a life, come get one at Apache Life!

There will be an Earth Club meeting TOMORROW Wednesday, January 27, after school. All Earth Club members need to bring $10.00 for their t-shirt.

All Matthew's Closet members: We will have a meeting TOMORROW Wednesday, January 27, to discuss certification, and which days we will travel to SAMM Shelter. The meeting will be after school at 3:30 in Mr. Elizalde's room.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

Antonian is a sponsor of the Hope For the Future 5K run/walk on Saturday, February 6, 2010. Hope For the Future helps with tuition assistance to needy families in San Antonio. The Antonian team slogan is: RUN IN RED RUN WITH CHRIST RUN FOR HOPE. We Would like to get 300 people to take part in the event to help raise funds for Catholic Schools. Registration forms are available in your advisories. The advisory that gets the most participants will win a pizza lunch and be able to wear the Antonian Hope For the Future red team shirts one day with their uniform bottoms. **Recruit your parents, siblings, neighbors, relatives, and friends** One advisory has a goal of signing up 75 people. Can you beat them? Turn in completed forms and money/checks to your advisory teacher.

UTSA will host a student reception TONIGHT. Information is on the bulletin board outside the Counseling Office.

Attention All Juniors: The Engineer-for-a-day program will take place Tuesday February 16. If you are interested, please go to the Counseling Office for information. The priority deadline to register is January 29. The final registration deadline is February 9. For more information call 210-499-6837.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

UT Health Science Center: Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy will partner with the very best raising sophomores, from a broad array of San Antonio school districts with outstanding biomedical scientists from UT Health Science Center over their high school career to promote excellence in scholarship and biomedical research training. WHO: Freshman students. WHEN: June 16-July 30, 2010, 5 to 8 hours a day. WHERE: 7700 Floyd Curl Drive. COMPENSATION: It is a full-time commitment and will require a considerable effort for each participant. A Voelcker Scholarship will be given to a student of $1000. REQUIREMENTS: 90 in mathematics, science and English. DEADLINE: Students must provide a completed application form including 1 science personal essay, letters of recommendation from two teachers, including 1 science teacher and official high school grade transcripts. Applications must must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 1, 2010. Students can print an application at http://VoelckerAcademy.uthscsa.edu or one can be picked up in the counseling office.

Happy Birthday to Susana Guerrero, Alma Rominger, and Brianna Villasenor. Have a blessed day.

MONDAY JANUARY 25, 2010

As we begin with our 100 days of prayer, we will highlight in our daily reflections the lives of the saints whom we have chosen to be the first images installed in our Chapel of the Saints. We begin with St. Thomas Aquinas. He is the patron saint of teachers and a doctor of the Church. He was born into a noble Italian family around 1225. At the age of 19 he decided that he wanted to live a religious life. When we became a novice of the Dominicans, a mendicant order that takes a vow of property, his family protested and kidnapped and imprisoned him in the castle of Monte San Givanni.

The girls JV and varsity teams played against St. Michael's Saturday. The JV team picked up the effort and dominated the second half to win 62-28. Teresa Browning scored 25 points. Sabrina "Rockstar" Perez had 16 points and Julie Earl had 11 points. The varsity team started off well and ended up winning 82-54. Liz "Joey in DC" Briones led the way with 24 points, 10 rebounds, 5 steals, and 4 assists. Maureen "Moses" Zuniga had 19 points, 4 assists, and 3 steals. Kathryn "Big O" Galindo had 16 points and 15 rebounds, and Nicole Conlee had 10 points.

Congratulations ladies. Keep up the good work and continue to play hard, smart, and together. GO APACHES!

The Varsity Apaches got their 4th district win on Saturday night with a 68-73 win over a strong St. Michaels squad. The Apaches were led by Jonathan Holmes who had an absolutely phenomenal performance scoring 47 points. The JV squad fought a tough battle but came up short 63-76. The freshman took their game into OT but fell short in the end 77-75. Next up for the Apaches is an away game versus Holy Cross On Wednesday Jan.27th.

Come out and support all of the Apache teams as they move into the 2nd half of district play. Game times begin with frshman at 5:00, JV at 6:30, and varsity at 8:00.

The HGA Invitational Gymnastics Meet was held this past weekend. Our very own Corey Murray took 2 silver medals in high bars and parallel bars. He finished 5th overall. Congratulations Corey!

All Sophomores and Juniors: The PRA/SAT Presentation will be this Wednesday January 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

Seniors: UTSA will host a financial aid workshop Saturday January, 30 , from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. See the bulletin board for more information.

Thank you for your contributions to the Hope for Haiti campaign. Here are your total contributions:

Freshman: $600.00

Sophomores: $277.00

Juniors: $247.00

Seniors: $282.00

Faculty/Staff: $1500.00

That's a total of nearly $3000.00! Great job!

Showcase Cast members: Check the callboard for your tech week schedule.

Remember Apache Life will be meeting on Tuesday, January 26, in the Student Center. Please bring your friends and if you don't have a life, come get one at Apache Life!

There will be an Earth Club meeting Wednesday, January 27, after school. All Earth Club members need to bring $10.00 for their t-shirt.

All Matthew's Closet members: We will have a meeting on Wednesday, January 27, to discuss certification, and which days we will travel to SAMM Shelter. The meeting will be after school at 3:30 in Mr. Elizalde's room.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

UTSA will host a student reception tomorrow January 26. Information is on the bulletin board outside the Counseling Office.

Attention All Juniors: The Engineer-for-a-day program will take place Tuesday February 16. If you are interested, please go to the Counseling Office for information. The priority deadline to register is January 29. The final registration deadline is February 9. For more information call 210-499-6837.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

UT Health Science Center: Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy will partner with the very best raising sophomores, from a broad array of San Antonio school districts with outstanding biomedical scientists from UT Health Science Center over their high school career to promote excellence in scholarship and biomedical research training. WHO: Freshman students. WHEN: June 16-July 30, 2010, 5 to 8 hours a day. WHERE: 7700 Floyd Curl Drive. COMPENSATION: It is a full-time commitment and will require a considerable effort for each participant. A Voelcker Scholarship will be given to a student of $1000. REQUIREMENTS: 90 in mathematics, science and English. DEADLINE: Students must provide a completed application form including 1 science personal essay, letters of recommendation from two teachers, including 1 science teacher and official high school grade transcripts. Applications must must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 1, 2010. Students can print an application at http://VoelckerAcademy.uthscsa.edu or one can be picked up in the counseling office.

Happy Birthday to Jason Hosmer, Alexandra Porter, Kelly Jaskinia, and Andrew Montemayor. Have a blessed day.

FRIDAY JANUARY 22, 2010

Today is the anniversary of the Supreme Court decision Roe vs. Wade. Today we observe a day of penance for violations to the dignity of the human person committed through acts of abortion, and of prayer for the full restoration of the legal guarantee of the right of life.

The Antonian Swim Team will be in action TOMORROW for the Regional Swim Meet at the Josh Davis Natatorium. Come out and support your Apache Swim Team!

Angeli Phillips won first place in her age group and won 4th place female runner out of 200 in the Endurathon last weekend. Angeli ran the 15 mile run with a pace of 7:41 per mile over a very hilly course.

The girls basketball teams played Holy Cross last night. The freshman team won their game 49-24. Victoria Briones led the way with 21 points and Monica Conlee had 11 points. The JV team won their game 66-38. Teresa Browning scored 20 points and Julie Earl had 16 points. The varsity team put in a strong 3rd quarter and held off Holy Cross to win 70-60. Liz Briones led the team with 22 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists. Kathryn Galindo had 14 points and 13 rebounds. Maureen Zuniga had 11 points and Nicole Conlee had 10 points. Congratulations ladies on the good win. The next game will be this Saturday at Antonian against St. Michael's at 12:00 p.m. for the JV, and 1:30 p.m. for varsity.

In the past 2 days, your Lady Apaches have won both district games setting themselves up for the district championship against Incarnate Word. The JV team won 2-0 vs. St. Michael's and varsity won 3-0. The varsity squad also won 7-0 vs. Providence. The next game will be tonight against Lanier for senior night. The district championship game will be next Wednesday, January 27 against Incarnate Word.

As of yesterday afternoon, the totals for the Hope for Haiti collection are:

Freshman: $351.00

Sophomores: $131.00

Juniors: $188.00

Seniors: $157.00

- You may still contribute today during your Theology class.

If you are interested in attending Rally For Life on Saturday, please sign up with Mrs. Hunt. Space is limited.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

UTSA will host a student reception on January 26. Information is on the bulletin board outside the Counseling Office.

Attention All Juniors: The Engineer-for-a-day program will take place Tuesday February 16. If you are interested, please go to the Counseling Office for information. The priority deadline to register is January 29. The final registration deadline is February 9. For more information call 210-499-6837.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

UT Health Science Center: Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy will partner with the very best raising sophomores, from a broad array of San Antonio school districts with outstanding biomedical scientists from UT Health Science Center over their high school career to promote excellence in scholarship and biomedical research training. WHO: Freshman students. WHEN: June 16-July 30, 2010, 5 to 8 hours a day. WHERE: 7700 Floyd Curl Drive. COMPENSATION: It is a full-time commitment and will require a considerable effort for each participant. A Voelcker Scholarship will be given to a student of $1000. REQUIREMENTS: 90 in mathematics, science and English. DEADLINE: Students must provide a completed application form including 1 science personal essay, letters of recommendation from two teachers, including 1 science teacher and official high school grade transcripts. Applications must must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 1, 2010. Students can print an application at http://VoelckerAcademy.uthscsa.edu or one can be picked up in the counseling office.

Happy Birthday to Griffin George. Have a blessed day.

THURSDAY JANUARY 21, 2010

Today is the memorial of St. Agnes: virgin and martyr. She was a young teenage when she gave her life for Christ. Pray to St. Agnes that to keep your faith strong.

The Apache Boys Basketball teams were action last night against St. Anthony. The freshman began the evening with a strong 61-48 win and, the JV followed with an overpowering performance and a 76-40 win. The varsity rolled to their 3rd district victory 69-42. Next up for the boys will be a trip to Austin on Saturday to take on St. Michaels. Game times are 1:00, 2:30 and 4:00PM.

Come out this week to support your girl's soccer program on Friday January 22 for senior night against Lanier.

The girls basketball teams will play against Holy Cross again today at 4:30/6/7:30. Please come out and support our Lady Apaches.

The photography club will meet TODAY after school in Mr. Sanchez' room. All members bring your camera and be prompt.

If you are interested in attending Rally For Life on Saturday, please sign up with Mrs. Hunt. Space is limited.

The Antonian Chess Club will hold a special meeting today after school in room 210. Items on the agenda include our monthly tournament at Holmes High School, and the Catholic School's Chess Championships at the end of the month. All members are required to attend.

The Spirit Club will meet after school TODAY in the library conference room.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

UTSA will host a student reception on January 26. Information is on the bulletin board outside the Counseling Office.

Attention All Juniors: The Engineer-for-a-day program will take place Tuesday February 16. If you are interested, please go to the Counseling Office for information. The priority deadline to register is January 29. The final registration deadline is February 9. For more information call 210-499-6837.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

UT Health Science Center: Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy will partner with the very best raising sophomores, from a broad array of San Antonio school districts with outstanding biomedical scientists from UT Health Science Center over their high school career to promote excellence in scholarship and biomedical research training. WHO: Freshman students. WHEN: June 16-July 30, 2010, 5 to 8 hours a day. WHERE: 7700 Floyd Curl Drive. COMPENSATION: It is a full-time commitment and will require a considerable effort for each participant. A Voelcker Scholarship will be given to a student of $1000. REQUIREMENTS: 90 in mathematics, science and English. DEADLINE: Students must provide a completed application form including 1 science personal essay, letters of recommendation from two teachers, including 1 science teacher and official high school grade transcripts. Applications must must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 1, 2010. Students can print an application at http://VoelckerAcademy.uthscsa.edu or one can be picked up in the counseling office.

Happy Birthday to Megan Johnson, Feliz Ramirez, and Kyle Sheffy. Have a blessed day.

WEDNESDAY JANUARY 20, 2010

Today you have the opportunity to go to the Sacrament of Reconciliation. God always forgives us and loves us immensely, but we need to respond to that love. We need to not only turn from our sins but also ask for God's mercy, and God will forgive us.

The girls basketball teams played the first of two games against Holy Cross last night. The freshman team won their game 41-25. Victoria Briones led the way with 13 points and Monica Conlee had 12 points. The JV team won their game 61-34. Sabrina "Rockstar" Perez had a career high 20 points. Julie Earl scored 11 points and Marissa Cantu had 10 points. The varsity team won their game 67-39. Liz Briones and Maureen Zuniga each scored 18 points to lead the team and Kathryn Galindo scored 16 points. The girls will play Holy Cross again tomorrow with game times at 4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m. Come out and support our girls as they try to duplicate their dominate performances.

The girls soccer team played last night against Steele. The JV team was wining 2-1 at half time, but had a mental collapse and lost the game 4-2. The varsity team displayed a lack-luster performance on offense, and the defense crumbled in the end to lose 3-0. Come out and watch our girls play against St. Michael's tonight, here at Antonian at 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. where our girls will try to redeem themselves. The girls will also be in action at Antonian on Friday against Lanier. Come support the ladies as this is Senior Night.

The Spirit Club will meet tomorrow, January 21, after school in the library conference room.

There will be a prom committee meeting today during advisory in the conference room for the juniors.

Frassati Your Life will be having a meeting today in room 308. We will be discussing Rally for Life. All interested, please attend.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.

UTSA will host a student reception on January 26. Information is on the bulletin board outside the Counseling Office.

Attention All Juniors: The Engineer-for-a-day program will take place Tuesday February 16. If you are interested, please go to the Counseling Office for information. The priority deadline to register is January 29. The final registration deadline is February 9. For more information call 210-499-6837.

Attention Students: The Counseling Office has some important information regarding different programs of interest:

UT Health Science Center: Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy will partner with the very best raising sophomores, from a broad array of San Antonio school districts with outstanding biomedical scientists from UT Health Science Center over their high school career to promote excellence in scholarship and biomedical research training. WHO: Freshman students. WHEN: June 16-July 30, 2010, 5 to 8 hours a day. WHERE: 7700 Floyd Curl Drive. COMPENSATION: It is a full-time commitment and will require a considerable effort for each participant. A Voelcker Scholarship will be given to a student of $1000. REQUIREMENTS: 90 in mathematics, science and English. DEADLINE: Students must provide a completed application form including 1 science personal essay, letters of recommendation from two teachers, including 1 science teacher and official high school grade transcripts. Applications must must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Monday February 1, 2010. Students can print an application at http://VoelckerAcademy.uthscsa.edu or one can be picked up in the counseling office.

Happy Birthday to Caitlin Carlo and Joe Rowell. Have a blessed day.

TUESDAY JANUARY 19, 2010

Today remember that every choice counts. Choices lead to habits and habits lead to virtues or vices. Make choices that lead you to live a virtuous life.

UTSA will host a student reception on January 26. Information is on the bulletin board outside the Counseling Office.

The girls basketball teams will compete against Holy Cross today at Holy Cross. Game times are at 4:30, 6:00, and 7:30. Good luck ladies.

Sophomores: The University of the Incarnate Word will host a Health Science Summer Camp June 7-June 18. Please come by the Counseling Office for an application.