San Antonio Academy
SAA is a Gurian Model School
SAA is a Gurian Model School
Michael Gurian’s approach to same sex education is based upon three foundational concepts:
1) Boys and girls learn differently.
2) Nurture the nature
3) Understand, monitor and guide cultural influences.
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San Antonio Academy welcomed Middle School grandparents to campus on Friday, March 6, for the final Grandparents’ Chapel & Coffee of the year. The morning featured a special presentation from 8th grader Mateo Nelson, the 2026 W.T. Bondurant Jr. Oratorical Contest winner. Mateo shared his winning essay, “The Button I Wouldn’t Press,” offering thoughtful reflections on why even the most challenging moments in life are worth experiencing and appreciating.
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On the morning of Tuesday, March 3, parents gathered in the Bondurant Library for a Coffee Chat outlining the rollout of San Antonio Academy’s new Character and Excellence initiative, a framework designed to form not only capable students, but honorable young men.
Rooted in The Academy’s mission to offer an exceptional education intentionally crafted for boys, the initiative brings additional clarity and structure to conduct expectations, aligning with both our Portrait of an Academy Boy and school motto: Be honest. Be kind. Be the best you can be. The Character and Excellence Initiative builds on the Character and Conduct Support shared at the beginning of the school year.
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San Antonio Academy proudly celebrates 8th grader Mateo Nelson as the 2026 W.T. Bondurant Jr. Oratorical Contest winner with his essay titled, "The Button I Wouldn't Press."
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On Monday, February 23, 2026, San Antonio Academy welcomed alumnus Lance Reed ’03 back to campus as the featured speaker for Alumni Monday. Now the Central Texas Director of Sales for Cisco Eagle and a proud SAA parent, Reed is the father of two children, including Hudson, a current Pre-K student at The Academy. After graduating from SAA, Reed attended TMI for high school and later earned his degree from Texas Christian University. During his visit, he reflected on his time at The Academy and shared how its values continue to shape both his professional career and family life.