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Campus Newsletter - Corpus Christi, Texas
2012-2013 • Overview iwacc.org
August 2012
Revitalized Statement of Vision, Mission, and Core Values In its most basic form, a mission statement describes why an institution exists and whom it serves. A mission statement is, in part, a memory. It unites the past, the present, and the future of the institution. A mission statement is also, in part, a vision of the future. It is a compelling idea that unites people in a common effort. It should excite the imagination, challenge people, and be a statement of which all can be proud. A mission statement should also guide the day-to-day decisions and become a benchmark of all planning. The statement itself is an effort to capture and convey the essence of an institution to those who comprise it and to the larger community. As a result, all decisions become mission-driven. As a result of a process facilitated by Bob Shea of Shea Consulting Services, LLC, and upon the review and approval of the School Board of Incarnate Word Academy, and the Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament, we are happy to unveil our new statement of Vision, Mission, and Core Values. This revitalized framework will provide the backdrop for our upcoming Strategic Plan.
OUR VISION To Become an Image of Christ Within Our Community. To extend the legacy of the Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament, as leaders, partners, and advocates for our students and the adults who serve them; and to provide a community where all may grow in Christian wholeness and bear witness to the presence and love of Christ among us.
OUR MISSION To Reflect Jesus the Teacher. We form students in a loving and challenging environment where the individual gifts of every student are recognized, celebrated, and developed as a reflection of Christ.
OUR CORE VALUES Faith: Belief in Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Word, and His message of love for the world Dignity: Respect for the worth of every person and for life in all its forms, with special concern for the poor Compassion: Love, concern, and understanding in service of life-long learning Integrity: Honesty, justice, and consistency in all relationships Dedication: The pursuit of high standards of performance among teachers, students, and the school community Gratitude: Acceptance, nurturing, and celebration of individual gifts and talents Service: Recognition of God’s blessings and commitment to sharing them with others in school, family, Church, and community
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GOVERNANCE
First Day of School • AUGUST 6
School Board of Directors 2012-2013
NO CLASSES ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
Paxton Longwell, Chair Rod Martin, Vice-Chair Sr. Michelle Marie Kuntscher ‘60, Superior General Barry Clark Joe Coco Tim Ehrman ’86 Sammie Grunwald Sr. Juliane Kuntscher ’55 Frances Mir ‘65 Dave Thomas Stephen Thomas Sr. Brenda Thompson ’56 Charles D. Imbergamo, IWA President Mike Lippincott ‘81, Chair Emeritus
SEPTEMBER 3 • Labor Day OCTOBER 8-12 • Fall Break NOVEMBER 15-23 • Thanksgiving Break DECEMBER 21 - JANUARY 4 • Christmas Break JANUARY 21 • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day MARCH 11-15 • Spring Break MARCH 28 - APRIL 1 • Easter Holiday MAY 27 • Memorial Day Last Day of School • MAY 29
ADMINISTRATION Central Offices, (361) 883-0857 Charles D. Imbergamo, President, ext. 175 Audra DeLeon, Assistant to President, ext. 175 Malcolm Smith, Business and Plant Manager, ext. 172 Debbie Diegel, Accounts Manager, ext. 174 Dick McClure, Business Office Assistant, ext. 118 Victoria Villarreal, Receptionist, ext. 117
Technology & Communications Offices, (361) 883-0857 Priscilla Ramos, Director of Technology & Communications, ext. 165 James DeHoyos, Computer/Networking Technician, ext. 104 Dominique Damian, Web Content Associate/Media Relations, ext. 104 Marco Vazquez, Database Specialist, ext. 104 Lori Cruz, Publications, ext. 176
Advancement Offices, Alameda Complex, (361) 883-8229 Connie Cadena, Executive Director of Advancement, ext. 100 Kerri Craig, Advancement Database Manager, ext. 101 Brittany Petrone, Office Operations, ext. 102 Amy Canterbury, Alumni & External Relations, ext. 104 Sr. Martha Ann Snapka ‘53, Planned Giving, ext. 106
Campus-Wide Services, (361) 883-0857 Reynaldo “Gator” Garcia, Athletic Director, ext. 166 Lucille Snapka, Health Coordinator/School Nurse, ext. 178
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STAFF
Elementary Level- Traditional, (361) 883-0857 Sr. Camelia Herlihy, Principal, ext. 149 Dottie Garcia, Administrative Secretary, ext. 115 Dianne Raska, School Counselor, (361) 653-2500, ext. 111
Elementary Level- Montessori, (361) 653-2500 Blanca Cummins, Montessori Director, ext. 107 Monica Moore, Administrative Assistant, ext. 110 Dianne Raska, School Counselor, ext. 111
Middle Level, (361) 883-0857 Adolfo Garza, Jr., Principal, ext. 113 Crissie Suarez, Administrative Secretary, ext. 113 Mary Sierra-Lopez, Dean of Students, ext. 144 Sr. Agueda Oviedo, Campus Ministry, ext. 426 Susan McCrone, 8th Grade Team Leader, ext. 409 Janice Johnson, 7th Grade Team Leader, ext. 406 Mimi Guajardo, 6th Grade Team Leader, ext. 414
High School, (361) 883-0857 Jose Torres, Principal, ext. 112 Darla Montano, Assistant Principal for Curriculum & Instruction, ext. 128 Sylvia Reta, Administrative Secretary, ext. 112 Sandra Trevino, Registrar, ext. 123 Mitzi Witt, Counselor, ext. 167 JoAnn Garcia, Attendance Officer/Athletic Admin Asst., ext. 111 Sr. Rosa Maria Ortiz, Campus Ministry, ext. 173
ORGANIZATIONS Elementary Level PTO Officers 2012-2013
Middle Level PTO Officers 2012-2013
Tara Hoelscher, President Chrissy Braugh, Vice President Alyssa Thomas, Secretary Jeanne Anthony, Treasurer Shawn Pettus, Parliamentarian Ashley Smith, Yearbook Rachelle Wesselski and Sarah Blaine, Fall Fun Night Sharon Heilman and Joyce Elliot, Book Fair Suzanne Perez and Raquel Richardson, End of the Year Picnic Amy Koch and Paulette Guajardo, Teacher Appreciation Week Ann Deleon, National Catholic Schools Week Christy Tupaj, Home Room Coordinator-Traditional Stephanie Hannigan, Home Room Coordinator- Montessori
Monica Ellison, President Maria Stark, 1st Vice President Ann Lippincott, Fundraising Coordinator Mary Lou Villa, Treasurer Stephanie Bottom, Secretary Mary Kuffel, Teacher Luncheon Coordinator Patti Morales, Teacher/Staff Birthday Coordinator Leslie Leeves, Historian Patti Flood, Special Events Coordinators
High School PTO Officers 2012-2013 Sharon Morrison, President Sherry Turner, Vice President/Treasurer Margot Sorrell, Secretary
High School Booster Club Officers 2012-2013 Shawn Bevly Groesbeck, President Sandy Silva, President Elect Colleen Thomas, 1st Vice President Crissie Suarez, 2nd Vice President Laura Baker, Secretary Gloria Soto, 2nd Secretary Leti Rodriguez, Treasurer Becky Matison, Treasurer Elect Victoria Anderson ’88, At Large Julian Camacho, At Large Lori Cruz, At Large Caryl Devlin, At Large Tim Ehrman ’86, At Large Jaime Faught, At Large Rebecca Flanigan, At Large Robin Gentry ’84, At Large Janice Hartman, At Large Lisa Hickham, At Large Sarah Smith ’81, At Large Joe Coco, Board Liason Gator Garcia, Athletic Director JoAnn Garcia, Athletic Secretar
JUMP ON BOARD... ANGEL FLIGHT 2012: BACK-TO-SCHOOL PARENT SOCIAL Thursday, August 9th 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. High School Cafeteria The Incarnate Word Academy community welcomes you to our first parent event of the year! Meet other parents, faculty, staff, and make new friends. Light appetizers and beverages will be served.
PARENTSWEB ParentsWeb is a private and secure portal for parents and students that provides academic information specific to each child, while protecting students and their family members’ personal information. ParentsWeb gives busy parents an opportunity to be more involved in their child’s academic progress and future success—all via the Internet! ParentsWeb is one more tool to help ensure that the partnership between Incarnate Word Academy and parents is successful. Together, we can continue to improve our children’s academic development as well as communication at school and at home. To access ParentsWeb all you need is to provide Incarnate Word Academy with a valid email address and an Internet-capable computer to view information, such as:
• Attendance • Daily Grades • Progress Reports • Report Cards • Lesson Plans • Homework
• Syllabus • School Calendar • School Announcements • Staff and School Directory • Teacher Websites
• Other Useful School Information • Missing Assignments • Online Worksheets/Documents/Forms • Principal Newsletter • Homework Drop
Get Your ParentsWeb On the Go! New Mobile Services Now Available On ParentsWeb! New iPhone App—RenWeb Home RenWeb Home is a new iPhone App for accessing ParentsWeb content to provide additional convenience and capabilities, such as always-logged-in instant access to ParentsWeb and tap & send capabilities from the iPhone. The new App can also be downloaded to an iPad utilizing the 2X feature. iPhone App Brower-Based Access A mobile-friendly version of ParentsWeb offers free browser-based access to ParentsWeb content via iPads, tablets, and smartphones. This will be released in the fall. Android App Stay tuned for an Android App to be released in Spring 2013.
PARENTSWEB INSTRUCTIONS If this is your first time logging in to ParentsWeb: 1. Go to the Incarnate Word Academy home page (www.iwacc.org). 2. Click on the drop down arrow (Login Direct to…) located at the top right corner of the page and select ParentsWeb. 3. Click on the button on the right labeled “Go” and you will navigate to a page titled RenWeb ParentsWeb Login 4. Click on the “Create new ParentsWeb Account” Link 5. Enter the email address that you submitted to the school office when you registered your child. *If you have not provided Incarnate Word Academy with an email address, or you are not sure which email address IWA has on file, please contact your school secretary. 6. You will receive an email containing password instructions within 3 minutes to the email address you entered (which must be the same email address that you provided to the school). 7. Please check the email and click the link provided to gain access to a page where you can view/change your user name and change your password. For security purpose that link will only be active for 6 hours. 8. Once you click the Save User Name and/or Password button, follow steps 1 through 3 listed above. 9. A ParentsWeb login page will open. 10. Enter your new user name and password. 11. Click the Login button.