Mission
Blessed Sacrament Academy walks alongside children, youth, and families as they work toward stability, confidence, and long-term success. Through education, support, and a caring community, we help each person recognize their potential and take the next step toward a stronger future.
We stand with families who feel overwhelmed, discouraged, or out of options. Our work is grounded in the belief that every child and every teen deserves a path forward — and that our community grows stronger when we provide opportunities, guidance, and hope to those who need it most.
History
Blessed Sacrament Academy began in 1926 as an all-girls high school founded by the Sisters of the Incarnate Word. As the needs of the San Antonio community evolved, so did we.
In 1989, we opened our Child Development Center to provide infants through pre-K children with safe, nurturing early education. One year later, we launched an alternative high school program to support teens who needed a second chance at earning their diploma.
In 1996, the high school received its charter from the Texas State Board of Education and became its own nonprofit, later renamed Por Vida in 2001.
Today, both programs continue the Academy’s long-standing commitment to meeting real needs with compassion, adaptability, and a belief that every child and every family deserves the opportunity to thrive.
