CLASS NOTES
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TMI is proud to share that there were two alumni in the 2025 Order of the Alamo’s Court of Royal Regents for Fiesta. Andi Feik ’21 served as the Duchess of Quintessential Achievements and Honor Johnson ’22 served as the Duchess of Nubian Nobility. To read more about this click here.
Members of the TMI Class of 1975 gathered on May 10 to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Pictured from left to right:
Rick Heydenreich, Richard Aguilar, Justice Dabney Bassel, Dr. Janet Arlitt, DVM, Matthew Neill, George Vaughan, Don Noble, Dr. Robert Borrego, MD, Don Villarreal, Rob Daubert, and Lt. Gen. Mike Oates.
TMI Alumnus, Jayden Harris ’24, returned to campus on May 9th to help celebrate the dedication of Steele Tower. Pictured from left to right: Dr. Jasmine Harris, TMI Head of School, Jayden Harris ’24, Chief Reed, Deputy Commandant of Cadets, and Isaac Banks, Director of Facilities
TMI Alumnus, Benjamin Hirsch ’19, stopped by campus on May 14th and happily ran into Coach Pat Davis and Ms. Alice Bilbrey.
TMI alumnus, Pato O’Ward ’18, placed 4th in the Indy 500 on May 25th. Congratulations Pato from your TMI Family!
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EVENTS
As graduation season passes, we reflect on the traditions, memories, and milestones that connect us across generations. Do you remember the excitement of graduation day? The tassel turn, the cheers, the mix of pride and anticipation for what came next? Whether it was ten, twenty five, or fifty years ago—what was then is still today.
This season, as we prepare to celebrate graduation, we invite you to honor your own graduation year and celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2025 by making a meaningful gift to The TMI Fund.
The TMI Class of 2025 has a lot to celebrate.
- The class put in 4,731 hours of community service during this school year!
- 15 AP Scholars
- 12 AP Scholars with Honor
- 18 AP Scholars with Distinction
Your contribution—no matter the size—continues a tradition of alumni helping the next generation thrive. Your support not only commemorates your journey but also paves the way for future graduates. To those who’ve already made a gift this year, thank you. Your generosity keeps the spirit of our community alive and strong.
Best,
Heather Finerghty
Associate Director of Alumni and Family Engagement
Honoring
Ernesto Ancira Jr.
Founder and CEO of Ancira Auto Group
Save the Date!
October 7, 2025
11:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Mays Family Center at The Witte Museum
3801 Broadway
San Antonio, Texas 78209
For more information, please contact the Advancement Office at (210) 564-6241
or advancement@tmi-sa.org.
About the Award
The TMI Entrepreneur & Innovation Award is a prestigious honor celebrating entrepreneurship and innovation in collaboration with the school’s commitment to excellence, service and leadership.
The annual award recognizes an individual who demonstrates success in entrepreneurship and innovation, and the characteristics of TMI’s core values: Wisdom, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Reverence. Past honorees include TMI alumni, the late Robert Ayres ’44, the late Tom Frost ’45, Christopher “Kit” Goldsbury ’61, Scott Petty, Jr. ’55, Dawn Lafreeda, and The Marshall T. Steves ‘40 Family.
About the Award Luncheon
TMI Episcopal is hosting the Entrepreneur & Innovation Award Luncheon on Tuesday, October 7th, at the Mays Family Center at the Witte Museum, 3801 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209.
TMI will honor Ernesto Ancira Jr., Founder & CEO of Ancira Auto Group, by celebrating his accomplishments in business, innovation and leadership during the program.
Ernesto Ancira Jr. is a visionary entrepreneur and community leader with a legacy spanning decades. After growing up in Mexico City, he graduated from St. Edward’s University and gained leadership experience at Gillette and Kimberly-Clark. In 1972, while en route to a new corporate role, a stop in San Antonio led him to establish Ancira Enterprises, recognizing the need for Hispanic-owned dealerships in the area.
Starting from a modest location, Ernesto grew the business into a major automotive group with 13 brands, 12 dealerships, and over 800 employees. Ancira Auto became the region’s first Hispanic-owned, Spanish-speaking, and minority-run dealership.
Beyond business, Ernesto has held leadership roles with the Texas Auto Dealers Association, the Texas Department of Commerce, and the San Antonio Economic Development Board. Honored by the San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the San Antonio Business Hall of Fame, he exemplifies entrepreneurship and civic dedication. Once a former student of TMI, he now proudly supports the school as a TMI Grandparent.
Innovation & Design Thinking at TMI Episcopal
Since 1893, TMI has been a leader of innovation and design thinking – an approach to learning and serving, reflected in the school’s Episcopal roots, that develops academically prepared and empathetic leaders to their fullest potential. Design thinking gives students a framework for innovating, creating, and solving current-world problems while being centered on empathy, service, and reverence.
Innovation & Design is a mindset that encompasses every aspect of life at TMI. In the spring of 2019, TMI announced its commitment to expanding this approach and additional courses that serve as the foundation for Innovation & Design were added to every grade level during the 2019-2020 school year. In October 2020, we opened the doors to our Walker Innovation Center – a collaborative learning lab space and TMI’s home of creativity. TMI’s Director of Innovation now oversees the growth and development of Innovation & Design throughout all courses as students in all areas come to the Walker Innovation Center to learn, collaborate, and create.
If you are planning or helping to plan a reunion for 2025 let us know so we can help! Simply email alumni@tmi-sa.org or call Heather Finerghty, Associate Director of Alumni and Family Engagement at (210) 564-6244.
ALUMNI NEWS
Nominations are now open for the 2026 TMI Hall of Fame Ceremony which includes Induction into the TMI Hall of Fame as well as the Outstanding Young Alumni awards.
Hall of Fame Induction Criteria
Established in 2015, the TMI Hall of Fame is an honorary society recognizing the exceptional contributions of outstanding alumni, with Distinguished Servant Leader awards for former faculty, staff and friends of the school. Inductees are recognized for exemplifying one or more of the TMI Core Values: Wisdom, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Reverence.
Hall of Fame Induction Nominee Requirements:
- Graduated from or left TMI at least five years prior to nomination.
- Demonstrated excellence in award-related skills and accomplishments, including recognition by athletic conference and/or other external bodies.
- Demonstrated integrity, courage and character.
- Demonstrated achievement as a member of the TMI community and after.
- Former students who did not graduate from TMI are eligible.
- Friends of the school whose contributions have had a major impact on programs at TMI may be considered.
If you know someone who fits this criteria and you would like to nominate them to be inducted into the TMI Hall of Fame, please click the button below.
Outstanding Young Alumni Award Criteria
The Outstanding Young Alumni Award is designed to honor exceptional young alumni from TMI who have made significant achievements in their profession or have made notable contributions to their community. Established in 2025, this award recognizes individuals who are 40 years old or younger and exemplify the core values of TMI: Wisdom, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Reverence.
Outstanding Young Alumni Nominee Requirements:
- Living Alumnus/a: The recipient must be a living graduate of TMI. Nominees must have attended TMI for at least one full academic year, although graduation from TMI is not required.
- Age: The recipient must be 40 years old or younger.
- Professional Achievement: The recipient should demonstrate great promise or have notable accomplishments in their profession or chosen field.
- Exemplification of Core Values: The recipient should embody one or more of TMI’s Core Values—Wisdom, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Reverence.
- Innovation and Success: The recipient must have shown emerging and unique innovation, creativity, and career success.
- TMI Connection: The recipient must have maintained a connection with TMI and has served as an example of how to transition into life after graduation.
This award highlights the remarkable potential and contributions of young alumni, celebrating their early career success and alignment with the values upheld by TMI.
If you know someone who fits this criteria and you would like to nominate them for the Outstanding Young Alumni Award, please click the button below.
For questions, email alumni@tmi-sa.org or call Heather Finerghty, Associate Director of Alumni and Family Engagement, at (210) 564-6244. Nominations close September 31, 2025.
IN MEMORY
TMI Episcopal is sad to announce the passing of Drew McColley Barbo ’07. We invite you to read the obituary here, prepared by her family.
TMI celebrates the lives of members of our alumni family. Here in TMI Today, we pay homage to fellow Panthers who we have received notice that have recently passed away. If you wish to submit information on an alumna or alumnus who has passed away, please email alumni@tmi-sa.org. Please note that all information will be verified before your notice is published.
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