Friends of Blessed Sacrament,
Please join us for National Catholic Schools Week, our annual celebration of what makes education at outstanding at Blessed Sacrament Catholic School! Starting with our #CSW26 10:00 a.m. Opening Mass on Sunday, January 25, 2026, we have a whole week of activities planned to show what our students are accomplishing and to celebrate the community we have built to educate tomorrow’s citizens and church leaders.
The theme of our celebration is “United in Faith and Community.” The theme encompasses the core products and values that can be found in Catholic schools across the country. Not only are we teaching students to become future servant leaders, faith-filled disciples, and enriched citizens in our communities, educators are growing with them. In Catholic schools, we are all learners, servants, and leaders. These shared qualities are what make Catholic schools work. They are what make Catholic schools succeed.
The theme also focuses on key elements of Catholic education: faith development, academic excellence, and dedication to service. These elements set Catholic schools apart from other educational options. They are why families make sacrifices to provide their children with a Catholic education.
I hope you will visit Blessed Sacrament Catholic School during National Catholic Schools Week to enjoy the students and learn about their spiritual and academic formation. Please bring your friends and neighbors, particularly those who may be considering Catholic education for their children.
I am grateful every day for the teachers, staff, board members, parents, and volunteers who make our school a success. National Catholic Schools Week is a good time for all of us to thank them for their dedication and service.
In service to the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament,
Michael Fierro
Principal
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
2026 Catholic Schools Week Schedule of Events and Activities
Sunday, January 25, 2026 – Celebrating Our Parish and Vocations
| 10:00 a.m. | #CSW26 Opening Mass - Blessed Sacrament Church |
| Family Virtual Trivia Contest Begin - Ends on Thursday with Winners Announced at Friday's Mass |
➡️Sign Up for the #CSW26 Opening Mass Choir
Monday, January 26, 2026 – Celebrating Our Community
#WeAreBlessed Project of the Day: Students will write or draw thank-you cards for people who serve the community. Additionally, students will create a Community Prayer Chain for different community needs.
Paper-Rock-Scissors Tournament: Round 1
- Game 1: 2nd Grade vs. 6th Grade Girls
- Game 2: 5th Grade vs. 8th Grade Girls
- Game 3: 3rd Grade vs. 7th Grade Girls
- Game 4: 4th Grade vs. 7th Grade Boys
| 8:00 a.m. | Community Prayer Service - Blessed Sacrament Gym |
| 2:30 p.m. | Bulldog Prayer Buddy Activities |
In the event of inclement weather, the #CSW26 Opening Mass will be rescheduled for Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. We will do our best to communicate this change, if needed, as we get closer to Friday and become more aware of the weather for Sunday.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 – Celebrating Our Families
#WeAreBlessed Project of the Day: Students will create a Family Prayer Pledge for their family that names how and when they will pray together, even in a small way, during National Catholic Schools Week (and beyond).
Paper-Rock-Scissors Tournament: Round 2
- Game 5: 1st Grade vs. Winner of Game 1
- Game 6: 6th Grade Boys vs. Winner of Game 2
- Game 7: 8th Grade Boys vs. Winner of Game 3
- Game 8: Kindergarten vs. Winner of Game 4
| Morning Arrival | Hospitality for Parents and Guardians - Outside Principal's Office |
| Lunch Periods | Lunch with Grandparents - Parish Banquet Hall |
| 6:30 p.m. | Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) Information Meeting - Parish Banquet Hall |
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 – Celebrating Our Nation
#WeAreBlessed Project of the Day: Students will write or draw thank-you cards for public servants in Bexar County, the City of San Antonio, and the State of Texas. Additionally, students write prayers of gratitude and thanksgiving for members of the armed services, law enforcement, and emergency response personnel.
Paper-Rock-Scissors Tournament: Semi-Final Round
- Game 9: Winner of Game 5 vs. Winner of Game 6
- Game 10: Winner of Game 7 vs. Winner of Game 8
- Bronze Game: Runner Up of Game 9 vs. Runner Up of Game 10
| 8:00 a.m. | Prayer Service for Our Nation - School Flag Pole Area |
| 10:00 a.m. | The Sky is the Limit with DPS - A safety Presentation by the Texas Dpt. of Public Safety |
| 6:00 p.m. | Rosary for Our Nation - Incorporated into the Parish's Holy Hour after 5:30 p.m. Mass |
Thursday, January 29, 2026 – Celebrating Our Students
#WeAreBlessed Project of the Day: Students will write or draw cards of encouragement for their Bulldog Prayer Buddy. Today is also a Bulldog Spirit Dress Day for All Students and Staff Members! We invite all community members to wear a Blessed Sacrament Church/School/CYO Shirt, T-shirt, or Jersey, with Blue Jeans, Blue Jean Shorts, Cargo Shorts, or Capri’s, and Tennis Shoes.
Paper-Rock-Scissors Championship Game
- Championship Game: Winner of Game 9 vs. Winner of Game 10
| 8:30 a.m. | Staff/Parent vs. Student Dodgeball Game - Blessed Sacrament Gym |
| 9:45 a.m. | Individual Classroom Activities (PK3-4th) and Dogwarts Kick Off Ceremony (5th-8th) |
| 11:30 a.m. | All Family Picnic - School Grounds (Hall and Gym Are Rian Day Locations) |
| 1:30 p.m. | Paws, Faith, and Future - STEM Activity Rotations Hosted by the Middle School Students |
➡️Family Member Sign Up for the #CSW26 Staff/Parent vs. Student Dodgeball Game
Friday, January 30, 2026 – Celebrating Our Faculty and Staff
#WeAreBlessed Project of the Day: Students will bring cards or letters to the Blessed Sacrament teachers and staff members who have made a positive impact on their lives.
| 8:00 a.m. | School Mass |
| 9:00 a.m. | Faculty and Staff Appreciation Breakfast - School Office |
| 12:30 p.m. | Early Dismissal |
Saturday, January 31, 2026 – Celebrating Our Future
| 10:00 a.m. - 12 Noon | Bulldog Open House for Prospective and Current Families |
