THE BUSINESS OF BUILDING BOYS
THE HEAD OF SCHOOL LETTER FROM
THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
Dear Academy Community,
As we embark on San Antonio Academy’s 139th year, we are grateful for all of our current families, our faculty and staff, and, of course, our boys.
The Academy is built on a foundation of tradition, harkening back to our founding Headmaster, Dr. William Seeley, who said, “We want our boys to be known by their scholarship, leadership, and integrity.” To Dr. Seeley’s qualities, our current iteration of The Academy adds brotherhood.
Our motto, “Be honest. Be kind. Be the best you can be.” is an ever-present reminder of how we intend to conduct ourselves as we work to cultivate scholars, leaders, young men of integrity, and brothers on whom others can rely.
With our vision of “educating boys for life and preparing each young man to fulfill his noble purpose,” we continue our nearly century-and-a-half tradition of offering an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys.
One of the greatest aspects of San Antonio Academy is the legacy and culture of philanthropy that has been established. Throughout its history, SAA has been blessed with generous benefactors who have seen the needs of the present day and laid the financial foundation to help sustain it for the future.
This year’s philanthropy report salutes those who have offered their time, talent, and treasure so that The Academy continues to be the exceptional educational institution it is today. In addition, we thank those who have had the vision and generosity to offer gifts that lay the groundwork for transformation that will enhance and sustain our ongoing traditions.
Blessings,
Paul M. Quick Semmes Foundation Head of School
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
With gratitude, we honor these school leaders and thank them for their service to San Antonio Academy during the 2023–2024 school year.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Nel Belt
Todd Brockwell, Chair
Karen Bryant, Treasurer
Trey Embrey
Elizabeth Fry, Secretary
CeCe Griffin
Jack Guenther
Roger Hill III
Mike Howard
Mark Johnson
A.J. Lewis IV ’05
Alcide Longoria
Casandra Ortiz
Joseph Shields ’05, Vice Chair
Michael Wood
ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
John Amini ’05
Van Beckwith ’79
Tucker Biedenharn ’04
Johnathan Cluck ’72
Reeves Craig ’97
Claiborne Gregory ’59
Brandon Grossman ’92
Maverick Noble ’08
Sam Noble ’79
Garrett Notzon ’09
David Pavelka ’84
Griffin Rubin ’09
Matt Silva ’02
Brian Steward ’79, President
Pete Thompson ’59
Kirby Turner ’62
Will Yancy ’05
Jim Yancy ’66
PARENTS CLUB COMMITTEE
Callie Mayo, Co-Chair
Lauren Saunders, Co-Chair
Mallory Ahl, Treasurer
CLASS REPRESENTATIVES
Nancy Turnbull, Pre–K
Amy Martin, Kindergarten
Joy Nicewander, 1st Grade
Emily Connally, 2nd Grade
Taelor Chandler, 3rd Grade
Amanda R. Williams, 4th Grade
Cally Kothmann, 5th Grade
Ashley Longoria, 6th Grade
Karen Brockwell, 7th Grade
Brooke Leddy, 8th Grade
Edie Wright, 8th Grade
ACADEMY FUND LEADERSHIP
Mo and Barrett Shipp, Chairs
Lauren and Ryan Malitz, Primary School Co-Chairs
Dawn and Bruce Walker, Elementary School Co-Chairs
Rachel and Gable Sadovsky, Middle School Co-Chairs
FINANCIAL SNAPSHOT
As of May 31, 2024
Total Student Enrollment: 317
Average Cost to Educate an Academy Boy: $35,221
Average Tuition and Fees: $26,053
Per Student Subsidy: $9,168
BALANCE SHEET
Operating Reserve: $2,799,061
Property Maintenance Reserve: $941,615
Other Reserves: $2,587,849
Endowment: $36,048,050
SCHOLARSHIPS AND
TUITION ASSISTANCE
Number Awarded: 56
Total Amount Awarded: $1,034,051
OPERATIONS REVENUE
Tuition & Fees: $8,258,666
Other Programs: $1,108,280
Events: $300,732
The Academy Fund: $579,468
Memorials & Honorary Gifts: $29,113
Endowment Income: $1,343,066
Restricted Giving: $260,536
STRENGTH IN NUMBERS
24,000
pounds of food donated to the San Antonio Food Bank
66,000
meals prepared by the kitchen staff
100% of faculty attended at least one professional development session
1st Place in 3 Categories
taken by “All Fired Up” at the Pig Pen’s Annual Chili Cook-Off
299 volunteers at the Fall Family Fair
2nd Place in the Basketball League Championship
360 grandparents and grandfriends attended Grandparents Day
3 Robotics Teams
advanced to the State Championship for our region in Texas, winning the Judges, Design, and Teamwork Champion Awards
STUDENT SPOTLIGHTS
Marvelous Bukari, Class of 2025
Q: A:
What subjects in school do you enjoy the most and why?
Math is my favorite subject because it involves problemsolving and reasoning, which are both skills that I will need once I’m an adult.
Q: A:
What do you think makes a good leader?
A good leader has to be able to listen, react, and be able to step back and let others into the spotlight.
Q: A:
What would you do if there was one last piece of cake at your lunch table and you and another person wanted it?
If there was one last piece of cake left and someone wanted it, I would give it to them because I’m now an 8th grader, so I have to set a good example for the kids around me.
Q: A:
Can you describe a time when you worked with others to achieve a goal?
Since I’m in robotics, my team and I are constantly finding ways around problems.
Robert Martin, Class of 2030
Q: A:
How do you feel when you learn something new in class?
I feel like I want to learn even more about that specific subject. It gets me excited about it and more curious, so I want to learn more.
Q: A:
Who do you look up to as a leader, and what makes them a good leader?
Philippe Jones, my buddy. He is really trustworthy and he is kind to me. He sets very good examples, and he achieves a lot of things.
Q: A:
What does it mean to be honest? Can you give me an example?
If I am doing my reading alone, I tell my mom the truth about how many pages I have read, even though no one was there to see it.
Q: A:
How do you show your friends that you care about them?
By being kind to them and being polite. Including new friends when you run into an old friend.
Marvelous (left) and his robotics teammates during the 2024 Monster Bots VEX IQ Robotics Tournament.
Robert (right) with his SAA Buddy Philippe Jones ‘24.
CONGRATULATIONS
Alamo Heights High School
Antonian College Preparatory
Boerne-Champion High School
THE CLASS OF 2020 CLASS OF 2024!
On May 24, 2024, San Antonio Academy held its 138th Commencement, honoring the Class of 2024 in a ceremony steeped in tradition. As part of this milestone event, graduates passed through the historic Bondurant Gate and crossed the symbolic blue line on Frost Field, signifying their transition from cadets to alumni. This powerful tradition marks the culmination of their journey at The Academy, honoring their hard work, dedication, and the bright futures that lie ahead.
We wish the graduates the very best as they carry the lessons and values learned at SAA, knowing that their experiences here have shaped them into honorable, confident, and capable young men.
Top scholars from the Class of 2024 are Philippe Jones (Valedictorian)
Asher Warden (Salutatorian) and Samuel Sierra (Honor Scholar)
The Class of 2024 will attend the following high schools:
Central Catholic High School
Reagan High School
Smithson Valley High School
TMI Episcopal Homeschool
claimed the following campuses this fall:
University of Arkansas
Spencer Britton, Sam Nye
Auburn University
Calvin Walls
Baylor University
Keaton Shindler
Boston College
Hayden Hoelscher
Colorado School of Mines
Danny Peavy
Fresno City College
Ojani Bowen
Louisiana State University
Gavin Anderson
Loyola Marymount University
Edafe Nakpodia
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Christopher Chan
University of Miami
Diego Morales
University of Oklahoma
Justus Briskin, William Riggs
University of Texas at Austin
Connor Davis, Cullen Runnels
Texas A&M University
Griffin Freiling, George Hale, Jr.,
Blake Johnson, Aidan Notzon, Alonzo Peeler, Ben Powell, Arthur Seay, Liam Wray, Parks Zunker
Texas Christian University
Ryan Jourdan, JP Tucker
Texas Tech University
Brandon Lozano, Jack Travis
Trinity University
Julian Dupertuis
Southern Methodist University
William Bankler
University of Utah
Hill Britton
Villanova University
Richard Cage
YEARS OF SERVICE CELEBRATING FACULTY AND STAFF
5 Years
Daniel Arkhipov
Valeria Otero
10 Years
Richard Cantwell
Alex Garcia
Siomha Moore Garcia
Charles Turner
15 Years
Col. Steve Marshall
Leon McNeil
Elizabeth Snow
20 Years
Dr. Owen Duggan
Barry Bradley Leaves Lasting Legacy
Mr. Barry Bradley joined The Academy team in 1977. In addition to teaching history, over his tenure, he has also taught science, served as Dean of Students and Dean of Faculty, and sponsored photography, science, and homework clubs. He has witnessed the school’s growth, including seeing dormitories transform into the Bondurant Library and Charlotte Hall classrooms, as well as the construction of Ellison Hall and a new gymnasium/fine arts building.
A student favorite for decades, he was always a stop for alumni visiting campus and frequently receives shout-outs in our weekly Alumni Monday presentations.
His personal highlights include “continuing the Geography Bee long after National Geographic stopped sponsoring it; seeing events like the first Fall Family Fair and Field Day evolve into what they are today; having 47 years of teaching fun and interesting students, getting to know supportive parents and families, and being able to call some of the best teachers anywhere my friends. It’s been a happy ride.”
We celebrate Mr. Bradley’s role in shaping the fabric of our school. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he has impacted and the fond memories he leaves behind.
On May 1, 2024, Mr. Bradley was honored at a retirement celebration of nearly 300 guests comprised of current and former Academy staff, families, and students. A special thank you to Academy parents Lauren Browning and Lisa Hutchens for chairing Mr. Bradley’s retirement celebration.
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Give to The Academy Fund. Your gift makes a significant difference at San Antonio Academy by providing valuable resources that turn the expected into the exceptional.
Thank you to our Academy Fund donors!
Donors’ collective gifts are for the fiscal year beginning June 1, 2023, until May 31, 2024.
$1 Million+
The Semmes Foundation, Inc.
$100,000-$999,999
Anonymous Donor McCombs Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Rad Weaver
$50,000-$99,999
Anonymous Donor
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Johnson, Jr.
$25,000-$49,000
Mr. & Mrs. George W. Bodden ‘84
Mr. Miguel Dilley ‘95
Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Walter M. Embrey III
Gloria Galt Fund at the San Antonio Area Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Brandon Grossman ‘92
Mr. & Mrs. Morriss L. Hurt
Dr. & Mrs. Gib Meadows
Mr. & Mrs. James Richter
$10,000-$24,999
Amy Shelton McNutt Charitable Trust
Anonymous Donor
Mr. & Mrs. Joe Beverly
Ms. Susan Biegler
Mr. & Mrs. David Buescher
Mr. & Mrs. Walter M. Embrey, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Donald B. Frost ‘72
Ms. Julia G. Heinrichs
L. D. Ormsby Charitable Foundation, Inc.
Mr. & Mrs. Oliver Lee
Mr. & Mrs. A.J. Lewis IV ‘05
Mr. & Mrs. Alcide M. Longoria
Louis H. & Mary Patricia Stumberg Foundation
Mission Restaurant Supply
Petroledger Financial Services
Mr. & Mrs. Paul M. Quick
Mr. & Mrs. J. Joseph Shields ‘05
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce A. Smith
The Circle Bar Foundation
The Dickson-Allen Foundation
The Joseph & Martye Rubin Foundation
The Meredith and Mike Howard Family Foundation
The Patricia Lewis Zoch Children’s Foundation
Mrs. Jess Womack II
Ms. Barbara Ann Wood
Mr. & Mrs. Will Wood
Mr. & Mrs. John Wright
The Zoch Family
$5,000-$9,999
Anonymous Donor (2)
Mr. & Mrs. Walter N. Armstrong
Mr. & Mrs. Walter Belt
Mr. & Mrs. Todd Brockwell
Dr. & Mrs. John C. Browning ‘89
Mr. Chase R. Buford ‘03
Carrington Smyth PLLC
Mr. & Mrs. Chris Dewar
Mr. & Mrs. Donald Duffin
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Frank
Frost Bank Charitable Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Casey Fry
Dr. & Mrs. Ty Goletz
Mr. & Mrs. Reese Grebe
Mr. & Mrs. James B. Griffin
Mr. & Mrs. Jason Growcock
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Guenther
Mr. & Mrs. Joe Haynes
Mr. & Mrs. Stuart Hendry
James W. and Kathleen C. Collins
Family Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Luke C. Kellogg
Killen, Griffin & Farrimond, PLLC
Mr. & Mrs. William T. Kowalski ‘00
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Leddy
Drs. Lauren E. Tarbox-Mancuso & James J. Mancuso
Mays Family Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Oscar Moreno
Mr. & Mrs. Dan Nelson
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Rash
Mr. & Mrs. James B. Shipp
Mr. & Mrs. Kacey Smart
Straus Charitable Trust
Texas Youth Development Corp.
The Parker Foundation, Inc.
Mr. & Mrs. Clayton Thomas
Mr. & Mrs. Jimmie V. Thurmond III
Mr. & Mrs. Ronald B. Walker, Jr.
Ms. Ann B. Watson
Mr. & Mrs. Alan Williams
Mr. & Mrs. Elgin Wong
Mr. & Mrs. David Wynn
Mr. & Mrs. Manuel Zuniga
$3,500-$4,999
Anonymous Donor (2)
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Dewar
Mr. & Mrs. Justin Fowler
Ms. Julie B. Harrell
Drs. Carrie & Joe Johnston
Mr. & Mrs. Edward K. Kopplow
Mr. & Mrs. Will Kothmann
Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan R. Malitz
Mr. & Mrs. David Mauzé
Nelson Puett Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Ortiz
Mr. & Mrs. Chad Smith
Ms. Judith Turlington
Mr. & Mrs. Donald C. Urban
Westlake Dermatology
$1,886-$3,499
1900 Wealth
2011 Eric Hill Gift Trust
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen J. Ahl
Alamo City Dermatology
Alamo City Orthodonitcs
Mr. & Mrs. Landon Anderson
Anonymous Donor (3)
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Badouh III
Bank of America
Charitable Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Joshua B. Berg
Mr. & Mrs. Jimmy Boller
Mr. & Mrs. Gene Brehm
Britton Orthodontics
Broadway Bank
Mr. & Mrs. James C. Browning ‘57
Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Bryant
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Brysacz
The Honorable Luz Elena Chapa & Mr. Miguel Chapa
Christus Santa Rosa Health Care
Drs. Ann & Matthew Cross
Dan E. & Paula T. Butt
Charitable Fund of the SAAF
Mr. & Mrs. Rich Delano
Drs. Virginia Nell & Robert Duncan
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Eller
Mr. & Mrs. Bob Frankland
Mr. & Mrs. Gerry Gamble
Mr. & Mrs. Shawn Golden
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce E. Grossman
Mr. & Mrs. Peter J. Hennessey III
Mr. & Mrs. Roger C. Hill, Jr.
Drs. Kathryn & Travis Holloway
Mrs. Julianna H. Holt
Hornberger Fuller Garza & Cohen
Jefferson Bank
Mr. & Mrs. Evan Ketabchi
Mr. & Mrs. Eric King
Mr. and Mrs. Ed Kopplow
Mrs. Charlotte Leddy
Malitz Construction
Ms. Carolyn Martin
Mauzé Construction
Mr. & Mrs. Ryan Mays
Mrs. Meighan McNulty & Mr. Lee Coggins
Mr. & Mrs. David Mueller
Norman Family Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Brian F. O’Gorman
Mr. & Mrs. Alex Oliver ^
Olmos Park Animal Hospital
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Price
Mr. & Mrs. Raul Ruiz
Ms. Sarah Rush
Mr. & Mrs. Matt Shands
Mr. Matthew R. Silva ‘02
Mr. & Mrs. George H. Spencer, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. George Stieren
The Bader Ranch
The Dawson Family Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Barrett Tuttle
Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Vexler
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Watson
Mr. & Mrs. John Wheir
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Wingo
Mr. & Mrs. James F. Yancy ‘66
Ms. Linda B. Yarborough
$500-$1,885
Mr. Preston Adair ‘75
Ms. Shelly Adelstein
Alamo Truck Gear
Mr. & Mrs. Josh Allen
Drs. Lisa & Sergio Alvarado
Mr. & Mrs. John Y. Ames
Mr. & Mrs. John M. Amini ‘05
Anonymous Donor (3)
Mr. & Mrs. Victor Arambula
Mrs. Robert R. Archer
Drs. Jane & Patrick Atkerson
Mr. & Mrs. Fred Bader
Mr. & Mrs. Brian Ballantyne
Mrs. Catherine M. Baumgardner & Mr. Tom Wimer
Mr. & Mrs. Van Beckwith ‘79
Mr. & Mrs. Tucker Biedenharn ‘04
Mr. & Mrs. Mark E. Biegler ‘99
Mr. & Mrs. Jason Bodner
Mr. & Mrs. Kristopher L. Bowen
Mr. J. Craig Browning, Jr. ‘86
Mr. & Mrs. Jason E. Bunn
Mr. & Mrs. David Burgher
Mr. & Mrs. Presnall Cage
Mr. & Mrs. William R. Cage
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Cahill
Mr. Richard W. Calvert ‘46
Central Catholic High School
Dr. & Mrs. Bryce Chandler
Mr. & Mrs. Alan Claiborne
Mr. & Mrs. John A. Colglazier, Jr.
Mr. Johnny Collins
Mr. & Mrs. Christopher Conger
Mr. & Mrs. William B. Conger
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Connally
Mr. & Mrs. Werk Cook
Dr. & Mrs. Ernest Cox, Jr.
Ms. Allison Craig
Dr. & Mrs. John A. Craig
Mr. Reeves H. Craig ‘97
Drs. Toni & John Craig
Mrs. Beata Crowell
Mr. & Mrs. Harry H. Cullen
Mr. & Mrs. Jay Dewald
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Donnelly
Mr. & Mrs. Taylor B. Dorris
Duffin Diesel
Drs. Shannon & Benjamin Espy
Mr. Jonathan C. Fitzsimons ‘04
Mr. & Mrs. Christopher D. Galvan ‘90
Mr. & Mrs. Craig Garansuay
Mrs. Ruthie Gessinger
Dr. & Mrs. Roy Gonzalez, Jr. ‘70
Goode Casseb Jones Riklin
Choate & Watson, PC
Mr. & Mrs. Tim Gottsacker
Mr. & Mrs. Albert Guajardo III
Mr. & Mrs. John Gutzler
Mr. & Mrs. Hunter Hawkins
Ms. Cornelia Hely
Dr. & Mrs. Russell Hern
Mr. & Mrs. Benjamin B. Holliday
Mr. & Mrs. A.C. Jones IV
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Ms. Ann Jones
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Kepchar
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Kepchar
Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Kilchrist
Mr. & Mrs. Geoffrey King
Mr. & Mrs. James T. Kniestedt
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Koalenz
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Koehler
Mr. & Mrs. Marc A. LaHood ‘93
Mr. & Mrs. Walter B. Leddy
Mr. & Mrs. Sidney Levine
Mr. & Mrs. Alcide Longoria, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Robert A. Lopez
Col. & Mrs. Jim H. Lynch
Mr. & Mrs. Kyle Martin
Mr. & Mrs. Larkin Matthews ‘62
Mr. & Mrs. Carlisle Maxwell
Mr. & Mrs. Wesley C. Mayo
Mr. & Mrs. Edward McCormick
Mr. & Mrs. Drake J. McCrary ‘98
McFadin Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Lee N. McKenna
Mr. & Mrs. Peter McLaughlin
Mr. & Mrs. Tim McNamara
Dr. & Mrs. Geoffrey Millican
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick S. Molak
Dr. & Mrs. Anthony Montanez
Mr. & Mrs. Zachary S. Moorman ‘03
Mr. & Mrs. Glenn G. Mortimer III ^
Ms. Marilou Moursund
Mr. & Mrs. Sam M. Noble ‘79
Ms. Nancy H. O’Brien
Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Halleran
Mr. & Mrs. David E. Pavelka ‘84
Mr. & Mrs. Alistair F. Philip
Mr. Loyd W. Powell III ‘92 ^
Mr. & Mrs. Joe Richter
Dr. & Mrs. Mark C. Rittenhouse
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey A. Rochelle
Mr. & Mrs. Paul A. Rohlfs, Jr.
Dr. & Mrs. Alex Rozanski
Drs. Ana & Rito Sauceda
Mr. & Mrs. John T. Saunders III
Mr. & Mrs. Jay Shands
Mr. & Mrs. Robert R. Shaw
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew D. Simms ‘05
Mr. & Mrs. Clayton J. Smaistrla
Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Steed
Mr. & Mrs. John T. Steen, Jr. ‘63
Mr. & Mrs. Brian C. Steward ‘79
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Sullivan
Mr. & Mrs. John Summers
Drs. Prathibha & Vamsi Surapaneni
Synergenx Health & Wellness
Mr. Pete Tassos
The Ruth and Edward Austin Foundation
The Vaughan Foundation
Mr. & Mrs. Sloan Thomas
Thomas Gilcrease Foundation
Mr. Peter A. Thompson ‘59
TLL Temple Foundation
Mr. Andrew Treviño
Drs. Maria Isabel Triana & Relief Jones
Mr. & Mrs. Thor Tripp
Mr. & Mrs. Chris Troilo
Mr. & Mrs. Robert T. Turnbull, Jr. ‘98
Mr. & Mrs. Don Urban
Dr. & Mrs. Richard L. Ursone
Dr. & Mrs. Arnold Vardiman
Mr. Mikey Vaughan ‘05
Wassenberg Ranch
Mr. & Mrs. John Weaver
Mr. & Mrs. Alex Whittington
Mr. & Mrs. James B. Williams
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Y. Williams
Mr. & Mrs. Michael E. Wilson ‘69
Mr. & Mrs. Scott Wilson ^
Mr. & Mrs. George J. Wommack
Mr. & Mrs. Christian Woodbury
Dr. Jim Wynn
Mr. & Mrs. William F. Yancy ‘05
Drs. Yuliya & Stan Zebrowski
$250-$499
Drs. Mary & Wilson Altmeyer
Anonymous Donor (2)
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen P. Ballantyne
Mr. & Mrs. Wes Bright
Mr. & Mrs. John Burleson
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Collier
Mrs. Lori Z. Conger
Mrs. Laura Conn
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Crump
Mrs. Rose Cullen
Mr. & Mrs. Francisco Gonima
Drs. Erika Gonzalez & Joel A. Reyes
Mr. & Mrs. Albert Gutierrez
Mr. & Mrs. Peter J. Hoberman
Mr. & Mrs. Steven Hole
Dr. & Mrs. Mark A. Jacob ‘67
Kamin Associates, Inc.
Mr. Timothy A. Kennedy ‘90
Mr. John W. Kraft
Langley & Banack
Mrs. Amy Martin
Ms. Preethii Nadarajan & Mr. Muthuraman Ramasamy
Dr. & Mrs. Gerald V. O’Gorman, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Kwaku Obeng-Boampong
Mr. & Mrs. John Oliver
Mr. & Mrs. Sreeram Padala
Mr. Landes B. Rangel ‘09
Mr. & Mrs. John Robb
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sierra
Mr. & Mrs. Dayton H. Simms
Dr. & Mrs. Michael Soblevsky
Mr. & Mrs. John Staudt
Mr. & Mrs. John P. Summers ‘97
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Summers
Brig. Gen., Ret. & Mrs. Richard Ursone
Mr. & Mrs. Todd Walker
Mr. & Mrs. F. Michael Wood, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. John B. Zachry
$100-$249
Mr. & Mrs. Jason Adelstein
Mr. & Mrs. Lane Allen
Anonymous Donor (2)
Dr. Shannon & Mr. Mitchell Austin
Mr. & Mrs. Timmy W. Bailey
Dr. & Mrs. Christian Balldin
Mr. & Mrs. Isaac Banks
Mr. & Mrs. Gerald C. Barnes
Mr. & Mrs. Michael L. Benedum II ‘57
Ms. Robin Bernhard
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Berry
Mrs. Barbara Birgel
Dr. Cynthia Blanco & Mr. Brian Gegel
Mr. & Mrs. Bruce Bowen
Mr. & Mrs. Edward A. Bright
Mr. Lee T. Brockwell ‘23
Dr. Aimee Browne
Mr. Robert T. Buchanan
Mr. & Mrs. Emilio Caamal
Mr. & Mrs. John Carr
Mr. & Mrs. Bradley S. Carson
Mr. & Mrs. Porter Corrigan
Dr. & Mrs. Paul Darrow
Mr. & Mrs. Adam Denker
Mr. & Mrs. William Dennis
Ms. Heather Dorak & Mr. Matthew Cohen
Mr. & Mrs. Marty Dusek
Mr. Eric J. Duxstad ‘79
Ms. Helen E. Eversberg
Ms. Neyma Figueroa & Mr. Matthew Laird
Ms. Elizabeth Ford
Mr. Aaron L. Furman ‘98
Ms. Jessica Garcia
Mr. & Mrs. Jessy Garza
Mr. & Mrs. Henry Gass
Dr. & Mrs. Gregg G. Gerasimon
Ms. Adriana Gomez
Mr. & Mrs. William H. Harte ‘98
Ms. Heather Haynes
Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas Hillman
Mr. & Mrs. William Hoffman
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew S. Holmes
Mr. Thomas G. Holshouser ‘07
HPI Real Estate
Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Johnson
Mrs. Margaret Leal
Mr. & Mrs. Ryan Leonhart
Mr. & Mrs. Alcide F. Longoria III
Mr. & Mrs. J. Gary Marvin, Jr. ‘89
Mr. & Mrs. Scott Matlock
Mr. Loren Maybrier
Mr. & Mrs. Mike McClintock
Mr. & Mrs. David H. Meaden
Mr. & Mrs. Nikolai Mimari
Mr. & Mrs. Jeremiah Minarcik
Mr. & Mrs. Brendan Moore
Dr. Joy & Mr. Merritt Nicewander
Mr. & Mrs. George Nieves
Mr. S. Maverick Noble, Jr. ‘08
Ms. Debbie Oblitas
Mr. & Mrs. Jonathan D. Owens
Mr. & Mrs. Tom G. Parish
Mr. & Mrs. Joe Patsolic
Ms. Ernestine Pavelka
Mr. & Mrs. Joe F. Picazo
Mr. & Mrs. Jack Porterfield
Dr. & Mrs. Frank Rife ‘60
Mr. & Mrs. Jesse Rios
Mr. & Mrs. Jason Ritterbusch
Mr. William F. Robertson ‘51
Mr. & Mrs. Paul Rohlfs
Mr. & Mrs. David N. Rothe ‘87
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Sallee
Mr. & Mrs. David H. Saussy
Mr. Jonathon R. Schneider ‘04
Mr. & Mrs. E. O. Scott III
Mr. & Mrs. Jeremy Siefer
Congressman & Mrs. Lamar Smith ‘61
Mr. & Mrs. Terry Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Corbin L. Snow III ‘77
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Mr. & Mrs. Justin Sobey
Mr. & Mrs. Sam B. Steves II ‘69
Mr. & Mrs. Blake Stouffer
Dr. & Mrs. Eric Stupka
Ms. Carlisle Swann
Ms. Marie Y. Tabares
Mr. & Mrs. Eddie Tamez
Mr. Tom Turbiville ‘62
Mr. & Mrs. Tyler Turlington
Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Vela
Mr. & Mrs. Blake Waggoner
Mr. & Mrs. Damien Watel
Mr. & Mrs. David Waters
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Weber
Mr. & Mrs. William J. Wray
Mr. & Mrs. Alexander H. Zogheib III ‘58
GIFTS UP TO $99
Mrs. Amalia A. Aguilar
Mr. Shahrukh Ali ‘24
Mr. & Mrs. Syed Ali
Ms. Esther Alvarez & Mr. Rudolph Favella
Anonymous Donor (2)
Mr. & Mrs. Eric Arnold
Ms. Brandy Avilla-Morn
Ms. Morgan Bates
Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Bolner
Dr. José Bonilla ‘98
Mr. Barry L. Bradley ‘12
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Briseño
Ms. Laurel Brooks
Mr. Joseph A. Candelario ‘08
Ms. Lauren Ciaburri
Dr. Owen Duggan
Mr. Tradd A. Embrey ‘21
Dr. & Mrs. Charles Foltz
Ms. Amelia Gagnon
Mr. Marc Garza
Mr. & Mrs. Scotty Gibbs
Mr. & Mrs. Alan Gielen
Mr. James Glendenning
Ms. Lesley Glendenning
Mr. & Mrs. Fabian Gradillas
Ms. Gia Gutierrez
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Gutierrez
Mr. George G. Hammerlein ‘69
Ms. Francine Hardeman
Ms. Elizabeth Huey
Mr. Myron B. Jones III ‘96
Ms. Abigail Kamin
2023-2024 Cumulative Giving Totaled $6,900,070
$6,900,070
The generosity of parents, faculty and staff, alumni, board members, grandparents, and friends makes a significant difference at San Antonio Academy by providing valuable resources and opportunities that turn the expected into the exceptional.
Thank you!
SUPPORTING SAA (503 Total Donors)
Board: $156,536
Faculty & Staff: $24,754
Parents: $723,072
Alumni: $5,478,351
Grandparents: $284,930
Parents of Alumni: $571,062
Friends: $325,030
Mr. & Mrs. William Klein
Ms. Lindsay K. Kramme
Mr. John L. S. Mannix ‘12
Ms. Fatima Martinez
Mr. & Mrs. Leon A. McNeil
Ms. Marie J. Melroe
Mr. Thomas Meyer
Mr. & Mrs. Murray Miller
Dr. Mary Moorman
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Mullins
Mr. & Mrs. Mitchell A. Penner ‘99
Ms. Tyna M. Powers
Mrs. Carole Prescott
Mr. & Mrs. Joshua M. Rochon
Mrs. Debra Seaman
Mrs. Catherine Shelton
Mr. & Mrs. Alfredo Silva III ‘96
Ms. Jessica Simmons
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Travis
Mr. & Mrs. Carl Tricoli
Mr. Tristan F. Villafranca ‘21
Mr. & Mrs. Matthew Wentworth
Mr. & Mrs. Joshua M. Zeller
^ Deceased
Thank you for your generosity and support. Amounts listed are cumulative giving totals for the 2023-2024 fiscal year.
SAN ANTONIO ACADEMY WAYS TO
GIVE
To discuss how your gift can make the most significant impact on Academy Boys, contact Jennifer Colglazier, Chief Development Officer, jcolglazier@sa-academy.org, 210-733-7331 ext. 227.
Unrestricted Gifts (The Academy Fund)
Unrestricted gifts provide San Antonio Academy with the flexibility to address immediate needs and allocate resources where they are most impactful. These donations support everything from academic programs to campus maintenance, enabling us to respond to emerging opportunities and maintain excellence in all areas.
Restricted Gifts
Restricted gifts allow donors to direct their contributions toward a specific program or project that resonates with them personally. Whether it’s supporting the arts, STEM, athletics, or a specialized academic program, restricted gifts immediately impact areas that align with the donor’s interests.
Capital Contributions
Capital contributions are essential for funding large-scale projects, such as new buildings, facility upgrades, and technological enhancements. Donating to a capital campaign enables transformative improvements that enhance and prolong the campus experience for the San Antonio Academy community.
Bequests and Planned Gifts
By including San Antonio Academy in your estate plans, you ensure that your legacy lives on, helping shape future generations like The Academy did for you. Bequests and other planned gifts, such as charitable trusts and life insurance policies, allow for sustained support of The Academy’s mission, often providing long-term benefits that help secure our financial future.
Endowment
Contributions to the endowment create a lasting impact. The endowment fund generates investment income that supports San Antonio Academy year after year. Endowment gifts contribute to the school’s financial stability and help fund scholarships, academic and enrichment programs, and other priorities.
Corporate Matching Gifts
Many employers offer corporate matching gift programs, allowing you to double or triple your donation. By participating, your gift goes further, amplifying your impact on the students at San Antonio Academy. Check with your employer to see if they participate in a matching gift program.
Honorary and Memorial Gifts
Honorary and memorial gifts offer a meaningful way to pay tribute to a loved one or celebrate a special individual. These gifts support The Academy while creating a legacy of remembrance, honoring those who have made a difference in your life or the lives of others.
38TH ANNUAL FALL FAMILY FAIR
On Saturday, October 21, 2023, San Antonio Academy family and friends gathered on campus for the 38th Annual Fall Family Fair. “Monopoly” was the theme, attracting all fair and board game lovers alike.
The success of the Fall Family Fair is directly attributed to the generosity and support of SAA families and local businesses. The money raised from the Fall Family Fair is reinvested into programs that support our mission to “offer an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys, Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.”
Thank you to the exceptional Fall Family Fair Committee for their enthusiasm and hard work. San Antonio Academy certainly benefits from your dedication and support.
Amy Berg, Co-Chair
Kali Tripp, Co-Chair
Mallory Ahl
Lauren Biegler
Fall Family Fair Committee
Sarah Bodner
Elizabeth Bright
Caraline Dewald
Liz Dewar
Taylor Dorris
Shannon Espy
Jenny Holshouser
Kelly Leddy
Alyssa Lopez
Helen Rohlfs
AN EVENING UNDER THE OAK
Fannie Thomas
Angela Troilo
Dawn Walker
NEARLY $550,000 RAISED
SAA’s Soirée: An Evening Under the Oak offered guests a magical evening under the canopy of the iconic Academy Oak Tree, followed by dinner and a live auction in a transformed McCombs Gymnasium, beautifully adorned with twinkling lights and trees to evoke an enchanting outdoor ambiance. More than 300 current and alumni families, faculty, and staff attended the event, chaired by CeCe and James Griffin, and Triana and Brandon Grossman ’92. Academy grandparent Rick Shaw served as emcee and auctioneer, energizing the crowd and driving a lively auction to help raise crucial funds for The Academy’s programs.
The “Paddles Up” fund-a-need effort raised more than $150,000 to fund a portion of the construction of Security Welcome Centers at SAA. The remaining funds help The Academy ensure that it can offer an exceptional educational experience.
Afterward, guests gathered in Ellison Hall to sing and dance to a performance from The Texases.
It was an unforgettable evening of good food, good company, and good entertainment, all for the good of our school. Thank you to the Evening Under the Oak committee for contributing your time, talent, and treasure to make it an unforgettable night.
CeCe and James Griffin, Co-Chairs
Triana and Brandon Grossman ’92, Co-Chairs
Jennifer Anderson
Emmy Ballantyne
Lauren Biegler
Emily and Mark Connally
Caraline Dewald
Miguel Dilley ’95
Josie Dorris
Clare Duffin
Susanna Frankland
Lauren Garansuay
Koren Growcock
Lindsay Guenther
Rebecca Harte
Allegra Hawkins
Heather Haynes
Meredith Howard
Erin Hurt
Christina and Evan Ketabchi
Elisabeth Koehler
Jamie and Travis Kowalski ’00
Elizabeth Matthews
Amelita Mauzé
Callie Mayo
Marie Mays
Becca McKenna
Lauren McLaughlin
Mal Moorman
Gretchen O’Gorman
Callie Price
Corinna Richter
Lauren and John Saunders
Laura Selig
Chloe Shands
Stephanie Sierra
Stacy Smaistrla
Molly Smart
Tinsley Smith
Gloria Steves
Megan Steves
Amber and Sloan Thomas
Fannie Thomas
Louise Thurmond
Brooke Urban
Ashley Weaver
Amanda L. Williams
Amanda R. Williams
Christen Wommack
Carole Wong
Jenevieve Zoch
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
For parents at San Antonio Academy, volunteering on campus goes beyond just contributing their time. It is a gateway to forming deep connections and friendships that extend well beyond their children’s time at school.
Areas to get involved:
• Parents Club
• Special Event Committees
• The Academy Fund Committee
• Class Activities
PARENT EDUCATION SERIES: DR. MICHAEL GURIAN
San Antonio Academy welcomed hundreds of parents, grandparents, professionals, and interested community members to hear renowned author and psychologist Dr. Michael Gurian’s presentation, “The Mind of Boys,” in which he focused on how to nurture boys’ success in school and beyond. Drawing from more than three decades of research in brain science, education, and family dynamics, he provided a blend of humor, practical advice, and scientific rigor.
Dr. Gurian went on to provide strategies for supporting boys’ growth and learning. He emphasized the importance of understanding the
unique needs of boys and how institutions like SAA are leveraging brain science to create boy-friendly educational environments.
The Academy has been a Gurian Model School since 2017, which means SAA’s faculty has been trained and adheres to the educational concepts Michael Gurian has established for same-sex education.
With sincere gratitude, we extend our heartfelt thanks to The Womack Family Counseling Fund and the SAA Parents Club for making Dr. Gurian’s presentation possible.
GRANDPARENTS & GRANDFRIENDS:
LIGHTING UP SAA
Academy grandparents and grandfriends bring an extra sparkle to our campus with their boundless love and support. They go above and beyond, lending a hand with carpool, attending performances and games, sharing special moments at lunch and chapel, and contributing meaningfully to our school.
Throughout the school year at SAA, grandparents are invited to attend daily chapel or Grandparents’ Chapels, join their grandsons for lunch, and take part in Grandparents and Grandfriends Day.
SECURITY WELCOME CENTERS
Thanks to several generous donations from Academy grandparents, especially that of Nita and Jim Frank, as well as a gift from the Circle Bar Foundation and funds raised through An Evening Under the Oak’s Paddles Up, the construction of the Security Welcome Centers began in October 2024.
Stationed at the east and west entrances of campus, the Security Welcome Centers will ensure that SAA’s security personnel have enhanced supervision of school activities and improved management of campus access. These centers will symbolize The Academy’s commitment to providing each student with an exceptional environment that will lead to exceptional achievement.
ALUMNI
Traditions are not just part of San Antonio Academy’s history; they are living, breathing connections that span generations. Alumni involvement is the lifeblood that keeps our brotherhood strong. As we reflect on the 2023–2024 school year, we are profoundly grateful for the unwavering involvement of our alumni who continue to participate in our events, serve on our Alumni Association board, and provide support and guidance to our school and students. To our alumni, we extend our deepest gratitude. Your contributions strengthen the bond of brotherhood and help make The Academy the extraordinary place it is.
1. Alumni from the Class of 2022 wish Mr. Barry Bradley well as he retires after 47 years of service to SAA. 2. The SAA Alumni Association bestows the title of “Honorary Alumnus” upon Mr. Brendan Moore in recognition of his 33 years of dedicated service. 3. Brandon Grossman ‘92 and Joseph Shields ‘05 enjoy lunch with the Class of 2024 at Sabor Cocinabar, welcoming the boys into the ranks of alumni at the annual Alumni & 8th Grade Luncheon. 4. Alumni Monday speakers Michael Kelleher ‘13 and David Robinson, Jr. ‘07 share meaningful stories and lessons from their days at SAA with students during chapel. 5. Aidan Notzon ‘20, along with other members of the TMI varsity lacrosse team, hold a lacrosse clinic for Academy players. 6. Former Battalion Commander Billy Conn ‘16 pins his brother Robert ‘24 with his new rank of Battalion Commander during the Battalion Leadership Ceremony. 7. Three generations of Nobles attend Alumni Day: Sam Noble ‘79, Charles Noble ‘43, and Marshall Noble ‘10.
Larry Biedenharn ’72
Charles Parish ’51
Memoriam 1 4 6 2 4 7 5 3
Remembering SAA brothers who have passed between June 1, 2023–May 31, 2024.
To view tributes or to notify us of a classmate’s passing, visit www.sa-academy.org/inmemoriam.
Bucky Tennison, Jr. ’84
Ed R Frnka II ’62
James E. Montgomery III ’90
Sidney Joseph Francis II ’47
Jack Meyer ’49
Stephen Thomas Drane ’53
November 8, 1956–July 25, 2023
July 9, 1937–July 26, 2023
June 16, 1970–November 8, 2023
December 27, 1947–January 25, 2024
October 30, 1975–March 10, 2024
August 12, 1932–March 25, 2024
2024 ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
YOUNG ALUMNUS AWARD
Jamey Steen, Class of 2003
The San Antonio Academy Alumni Association proudly presented the 2024 Young Alumnus Award to Mr. Jamey Steen, Class of 2003. Established in 2022, the Young Alumnus Award highlights extraordinary alumni aged 35 and younger who are rising stars and exemplify SAA’s core values of scholarship, leadership, integrity, and brotherhood.
An Academy “lifer,” Mr. Steen began his Academy experience as a pre-kindergartener and graduated in 2003. His introduction to SAA continued a rich family legacy, following his father, John T. Steen, Jr. ’63; his brother, John T. Steen III ’95; and his uncles, Martin W. Clement II ’63 and James H. Clement, Jr. ’68.
After graduating from Saint Mary’s Hall in 2007, Mr. Steen received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Virginia in 2011. His career has since spanned notable roles, including his current position as a partner at Buckhorn Resources, a mineral and royalty investment fund. Prior, he worked in business development at Black Stone Minerals Company, L.P. (NYSE: BSM), and was an investment banking analyst with GulfStar Group.
Beyond his professional success, Mr. Steen’s personal achievements reflect his commitment to leadership and service. After achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, he was further honored with the prestigious Outstanding Eagle Scout Award by the National Eagle Scout Association in 2022. He serves on the Houston Regional Board for UVA and is treasurer of the Board of Trustees for the San Jacinto Museum and Battlefield Association. He is also involved with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and serves on the five-member Texas Lottery Commission by gubernatorial appointment. A dedicated family man, he and his family are members of The Church of St. John the Divine.
Mr. Steen remains true to SAA’s values. A former Alumni Council board member, he has assisted The Academy with building alumni participation through the Class Agent program and has advised school leadership on alumni engagement and strategic investment among graduates. Reflecting on his years as an Academy student, Mr. Steen recalls his role as Battalion Public Affairs Officer, where he learned the true value of positivity. Mr. Steen is a stellar example of one going beyond expectation with each opportunity and, ultimately, making the world a better place one day at a time.
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