TMI Academic WorldQuest teams capture 2nd and 3rd place
Two TMI teams participated in the Academic WorldQuest competition sponsored the World Affairs Council of San Antonio on Tuesday, February 23rd. The Junior-Senior team included senior Erik Peterson and juniors Evan Gardner, Farouk Ramzan, and Jack Waters. The Freshmen-Sophomore team included sophomores Elise Bostian and Owen Bruhn, with freshmen Khivan Raina and Calvin Walls. Both were quizzed on their knowledge of international relations and current events, with special topics ranging from the legacy of the Arab Spring to the International Labor Organization. Unsure whether the obstacles created by last week’s storm would prevent them from competing, the teams were able … Continue reading TMI Academic WorldQuest teams capture 2nd and 3rd place
Rising 9th Grade Alkek, Gresham, and Frost Scholars
Congratulations to our 2021-2022 rising 9th grade Alkek, Gresham, and Frost scholarship recipients (pictured left to right above): Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Scholarships recognize two students who have a record of high academic achievement, contribute to his or her community through extracurricular involvement, and demonstrate upstanding character and strong leadership.• Alkek Scholar – Ivana Kovalska, St. Luke’s Episcopal School• Alkek Scholar – Mara Flores, Keystone School Rupert N. Gresham, Jr. Scholarship recognizes one student with a record of high academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, models the highest character and integrity, and exercises positive leadership inside and outside the classroom.• … Continue reading Rising 9th Grade Alkek, Gresham, and Frost Scholars
Girls varsity swim team wins TAPPS Division II state title, boys 2nd
Congratulations to our girls varsity swim team on winning their first TAPPS Division II state title on Tuesday and also becoming the first all-girls TMI team to claim a state title! Freshman Emily Kitayama was named the Girls Division II Bruce Rollins Swimmer of the Meet. The boys varsity swim team took 2nd place, making them the TAPPS Division II state runner up. The combined girls and boys teams scores made TMI the overall (unofficial) TAPPS combined state champion. Our varsity girl swimmers broke two TAPPS records, five school records, and – in addition to the state title – claimed two state … Continue reading Girls varsity swim team wins TAPPS Division II state title, boys 2nd
Cadets assist with Bexar County D-Day Document Day
On Friday, December 4th, 2020, the Bexar County Military & Veterans Service Center hosted a drive-through event, D-Day Document Day, to help veterans begin the process of filing for their Veterans Administration disability claims. Volunteers were on site to help veterans with their paperwork and six TMI Cadets joined the volunteers from the American GI Forum and Bexar County officials. Thank you to sophomores Ishan Shah, Chaz Bregman, and Noah Bregman and juniors Farouk Ramzan, Matthew Sutherland, and Campbell Streak-Jensen for volunteering to be a part of this initiative. Continue reading Cadets assist with Bexar County D-Day Document Day
National Merit Scholarship and College Board Recognition
Congratulations to the following students who were honored in chapel on Friday, November 13, 2020, for their achievements in being recognized by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Program. National Hispanic Recognition Program In keeping with the College Board’s mission to help students take advantage of the opportunities they have earned, each year the National Hispanic Recognition Program recognizes approximately 7,000 academically outstanding Hispanic/Latino high school juniors who take the PSAT/NMSQT. These students become eligible through the cut score they achieved on their PSAT for their region, their cumulative GPA which is at least a 3.5, as well as … Continue reading National Merit Scholarship and College Board Recognition
Fine Arts teacher commissioned by COSA World Heritage Office
TMI Fine Arts Teacher Cassie Gnehm was commissioned by The City of San Antonio World Heritage Office to do a painting commemorating the life of Madame Candalaria, who is known for numerous accomplishments in San Antonio, but most known for her story of nursing the ailing Jim Bowie during the siege of the Alamo. The special outdoor exhibit features the works of 11 San Antonio artists and curated by Rigoberto Luna and is part of the World Heritage Office’s celebration of Dia de los Muertos (https://buff.ly/3jVflyO). “Alive in Memory & Spirit” is a visual interpretation of some of the critical … Continue reading Fine Arts teacher commissioned by COSA World Heritage Office
Puri completes online structural engineering courses over summer
Congratulations to freshman Krish Puri on his achievements this summer completing two online courses at Princeton University in structural engineering. Krish completed his two courses, “The Art of Structural Engineering: Vaults” and “The Art of Structural Engineering: Bridges,” ahead of schedule, spending his days focused on reading, research essays, and assignments. Continue reading Puri completes online structural engineering courses over summer
TMI senior selected for Washington Youth Leadership Seminar
Congratulations to TMI senior Erik Peterson on being selected by the LULAC National Educational Service Centers (LNESC) to participate virtually in the Washington Youth Leadership Seminar to be held later this month from September 24-26. This year’s topic is on the education policy amid the COVID-19 pandemic; students from all across the nation will participate in the seminar. At TMI, Erik is involved in the gaming club, philosophy club, served as a track manager last year, and participated in TMI’s JSA. Outside of school, he is a mayoral representative in San Antonio’s Youth Commission and participates in NHI. Erik is pictured here … Continue reading TMI senior selected for Washington Youth Leadership Seminar
TMI welcomes four new members to its Board of Governors
TMI welcomes four new members to its Board of Governors, appointed last month by the Rt. Rev. David Reed, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas. Roxanne Bond holds a master’s degree in Organizational Development and is Managing Director of Human Resources and Diversity and Inclusion Officer at USAA Real Estate, where she is responsible for leading talent management efforts, executive coaching, designing and maintaining rewards and recognition, and strategic planning of workforce and cultural initiatives. She serves as a board member and is a past board chair of the Children’s Shelter of San Antonio. She and her husband Alan … Continue reading TMI welcomes four new members to its Board of Governors