Who We Are
For nearly 100 years, Blessed Sacrament Academy has been a cornerstone of San Antonio’s South Side, serving generations of children, youth, and families through education, support, and opportunity. Founded in 1926, BSA has continually evolved to meet the needs of our community while remaining committed to dignity, compassion, and hope.
Today, our mission extends through our Child Development Center, Por Vida Academy, and family support programs, creating pathways for children to thrive, students to succeed, and families to build brighter futures. As we celebrate our centennial year, we honor the legacy that brought us here while continuing to invest in the next generation of South Side leaders.
Serving Children
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Strengthening Families
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Building Futures
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Serving Children • Strengthening Families • Building Futures •
Our Programs, Our Impact
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Early Childhood (6 weeks – Pre-K)
Our youngest learners receive more than care — they receive love, nutritious meals, and a safe place to explore and grow. For many families in San Antonio’s Southside, this is the first step toward a brighter future.
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Por Vida Charter High School
For teens who thought high school was out of reach, Por Vida offers a second chance — often the first real opportunity for hope. Every diploma earned is more than a certificate; it’s the beginning of a new life path.
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Key Features:
•STEAM, Kinder Readiness, & Creative Expression
•Engaging Hands-On, Play-Based Learning
•Innovative Outdoor Learning Spaces
•Research-Based Curriculum
•Spacious Classrooms
•Low Child-to-Teacher Ratios
•Teachers with CDA Credentials
•CCDS & Tuition-Based Enrollment
•Full-Day Care: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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100+
Kids and Families Served By Our Child Development Center
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57,780+
Meals Served Per Year
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86
Por Vida High School Students- Enrolling Now
Blessed Sacrament Academy —
Nearly 100 Years of Listening, Serving, and Growing
Blessed Sacrament Academy began almost a century ago as a small high school led by the Sisters of the Incarnate Word. As the community’s needs evolved, so did we.
We opened our Child Development Center to provide infants through Pre-K children with a safe, nurturing place to learn, play, and grow. Later, we launched Por Vida Academy to give high school students a second chance — and often their first real opportunity to earn a diploma and shape a hopeful future.
Today, we honor that long tradition of compassion and adaptability. We meet children and families exactly where they are, offering support, stability, and opportunities that help them build brighter futures with dignity and confidence.
