Incarnate Word Academy Alumni - Corpus Christi

🎓❤️ Please join us in welcoming the Incarnate Word Academy Class of 2026 to the IWA Alumni family!

What began as a chapter at Incarnate Word Academy has grown into a lifelong connection rooted in faith, friendship, and Angel pride. We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments and cannot wait to see where life takes you next. Congratulations, graduates!

Let’s fill the comments with love and congratulations for our newest alumni! 👏

🎉 Retirement Celebration 🎉

Join us as we honor two incredible members of the IWA family, Mary Ellen Galvan and Shirley Matula! 💙✨

📅 Wednesday, May 13
🕓 4:00–5:30 PM
📍 Dougherty Center (DC Gym)

Hosted by our EL Level and PTO, this celebration is open to all who would like to come recognize their many years of dedication to IWA. Enjoy refreshments and fellowship as we celebrate their lasting impact on our community.

Parking will be available along Chamberlain Street and in adjacent lots.

The Incarnate Word Academy Class of 1987 came together this past weekend for a heartfelt reunion filled with true IWA pride.✨ Walking the halls once again, alumni reconnected not only with each other but also with the place that helped shape who they are today. From exploring the newest additions to campus to catching a sneak peek of a basketball tournament on the new gym floor 🏀, the visit was a powerful reminder that while IWA continues to grow, the spirit, community, and lifelong connections remain just as strong.

Reminder: Alumni Weekend is almost here! We’re excited to welcome back the Class of 1987 on April 17–19 for a weekend of reconnecting, celebrating, and making new memories on campus. We can’t wait to see you back home! 💙

Class of ’87… it’s been too long! 🎉

Grab your classmates and join us for an unforgettable alumni weekend at IWA—April 17–19, 2026!

Message us or comment for any questions you may have!🤩

Thank You, Coach “Sir” Smith❤️

After more than 35 years of faithful service, Malcolm “Sir” Smith is retiring as Head Girls Basketball Coach at Incarnate Word Academy.

Coach Smith leaves behind an incredible legacy—501 career wins, 15 years leading the Lady Angels, three TAPPS State Tournament appearances, and countless student-athletes whose lives he helped shape through mentorship, discipline, and faith.

More than the wins, “Sir” will always be remembered for the character, leadership, and heart he brought to our school community.

Please join us in thanking Coach Smith for his extraordinary dedication and wishing him a joyful and well-deserved retirement. ❤️🏀

Support the IWA All In Gala Alumni Wine Pull. 🍷

Donate a bottle of wine and help support the IWA Fund, which fuels academic excellence and student experiences at Incarnate Word Academy.

Message us to schedule pickup or drop off at the Advancement & Marketing Office.

To register to attend our All In Gala on Saturday, March 21st at 5:30pm located at Texas A&M Corpus Christi - Anchor Ballroom or donate, go to secure.qgiv.com/event/allingala/

We remember alumna Mary Janet (Marynet) Lloyd, born on September 28, 1956 in Kingsville, TX, and passed on January 11, 2026 in Cypress, TX, after a strong battle with cancer. A graduate of IWA in 1975, Marynet was very involved in her school, holding many officer positions in various organizations. Among many activities, she was part of Student Congress (Clerk, Parliamentarian), the Future Secretaries Association (President), and basketball. She had many accomplishments in school such as Outstanding High School Student, Outstanding Teenager of America, and the FSA Scholarship Award. She will be dearly missed by her IWA family.

We remember alumna Cynthia Kosarek McLaren, born in Corpus Christi on December 8th, 1951, and passed on January 7, 2026. A graduate of IWA in 1969, Cynthia was involved in many activities including cheer, Student Congress, baseball, and the Medical Explorers’ Post. She was even named Homecoming Duchess her senior year. After high school, she graduated from the University of Texas and was loved for her adventurous, outdoor spirit. She will be dearly missed by her IWA family.

Alumni Spotlight: Victoria Alvarado Vasquez 🎓

We are proud to celebrate Victoria Alvarado Vasquez, IWA Class of 2010! Victoria has been faithfully serving her community for the past five years through her work with the Harris County Felony Mental Health Court, where she continues to make a meaningful impact through dedication and service.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, Victoria recently celebrated a special milestone, marrying on October 31, 2025. We are so proud of all she has achieved and love seeing Angels thrive in both their personal and professional journeys.