Be a Part of Greatness at YMLA
We still have available seats for the 2026–2027 school year, and we’re looking for young men ready to grow, lead, and succeed.
At YMLA, students don’t just attend school — they join a brotherhood built on leadership, character, and academic excellence.
If you’re ready to take the next step toward a powerful future, YMLA is ready for you.
We are proud to recognize four students who earned medals for their outstanding performance. The tournament showcased impressive participation from our high school chess players, along with several of our future Lions and Leaders who represented YMLA in the elementary division.
A special thank you goes to the parents who generously donated items and volunteered their time to help run the concession stand. Your support played a vital role in helping us raise funds for our upcoming tournament.
This school year has been an incredible one for our chess program, and we are excited to announce that our team earned FIRST PLACE overall in our very own tournament — for the second time! We are incredibly proud of our students’ dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
As we move into the final month of the season, we look forward to continuing this momentum and striving for even greater success.
Go Lions! 🦁♟️
You’re invited to our Superintendent Search Town Hall Monday, April 27 at SAISD Central Office (514 W. Quincy St.) at 6 p.m.! Share your input ➡️ https://www.saisd.net/suptsearch ⬅️
The SAISD Board of Trustees welcomes your input in the superintendent search process. The purpose of this public meeting is to help develop a clear theory of action to connect intentions with results. Please join us and help answer: “What kind of superintendent will produce the results we, as a community, want—and why?”
¡Están invitados a nuestra reunión comunitaria para la búsqueda del superintendente, el lunes 27 de abril en la Oficina Central de SAISD (514 W. Quincy St.) a las 6 p.m.! Comparta su opinión ➡️ https://www.saisd.net/suptsearch ⬅️
La Junta Directiva de SAISD los invita a que aporten sus opiniones en el proceso de la búsqueda del superintendente. El propósito de esta reunión comunitaria es contribuir para desarrollar una estrategia clara que permita vincular las intenciones con los resultados. Acompáñenos y ayúdenos a responder: “¿Qué tipo de superintendente logrará los resultados que nosotros, como comunidad, queremos, y por qué?”
Our team earned 5th place overall in our division, and our young men earned several individual awards as well!
Gloriris M - 3rd Place Level V Greek History
Sam R. - 4th Place Sight Latin Advanced Poetry, 6th Place Level V Mythology, and 6th Place Pottery
Eli R. - 10th Place Advanced Prose Latin IV Reading Comprehension and Cum Laude recognition on the Pentathlon exam
Rocket King - 5th Place Latin V Roman History
Jonathan G. - 4th Place Latin V Roman Life
Oscar T. - 10th Place Level I Sight Latin Recitation and Magna Cum Laude recognition on the Pentathlon exam
Jordan J. - Cum Laude recognition on the Pentathlon exam
Congratulations, gentlemen! I'm so proud of everything y'all accomplished this weekend!
Let’s celebrate these outstanding young men for advancing to the Regional Track & Field Meet:
Brandyn’ Richardson – 110m Hurdles
Josiah S. – Long Jump
Dazzel M. – 400m Dash
We are extremely proud of these Mighty Lions and the hard work, dedication, and heart they bring to every competition. Their achievements continue to elevate YMLA’s legacy of excellence.
🎨YMLA Artists Shine at UIW Art Competition🖌️
YMLA high school art students proudly represented our campus at the University of the Incarnate Word Art Competition, showcasing their creativity, talent, and dedication to the arts.
🏆 UIW Art Competition
Our high school artists took their talents to the University of the Incarnate Word. In a field of stiff competition, four of our high school students walked away with prestigious art awards!
Their participation highlights the strength of our visual arts program and the hard work our students put into developing their craft. We’re proud of their commitment and the way they continue to elevate YMLA through artistic excellence.
🎨 Big Wins for Our Artists! 🖌️
It’s been an incredible week of creativity and competition for our art programs! Our students showcased their talent across two major events, and the results are incredible!
🏅 Jr. VASE Competition
Our middle school boys headed to Highlands High School to compete in the Jr. VASE (Visual Arts Scholastic Event). We are beyond proud to announce a clean sweep—every single one of our boys earned a medal for their exceptional work!
And yes — we’ll even have pizza for those who stop by.
Come get the support you need and join the YMLA brotherhood for the upcoming school year.
Student Success at the 2026 TMSCA State Meet
Congratulations to Jeremiah Contreras, the 2026 TMSCA Class 3A Science State Runner‑Up. His hard work and passion for science truly stand out.
We also recognize Temiloluwa Ojo, who placed in the Top 20 in Number Sense, Mathematics, and Science—an impressive achievement across multiple events.
A special thank‑you to Noah Rodriguez, Thomas Barnes, and David Sotelo for proudly representing our school at the state competition. Your dedication and effort are greatly appreciated.
Our students continue to make us proud through their commitment to academic excellence.
YMLA was proudly represented at the Sam Houston High School JROTC Military Ball, where past and present Lions came together for an evening celebrating tradition, leadership, and camaraderie. The event brought together cadets highlighting the lasting impact of YMLA’s leadership programs and the strong bonds formed through service.
Our Lions continue to exemplify honor, pride, and excellence—both on campus and beyond.
Our band members delivered an outstanding performance, proudly representing our program and campus. They earned 1st Division ratings from every judge—both on stage and in sightreading.
This is an incredible achievement, and we are proud of their hard work, dedication, and musical excellence. Congratulations to our YMLA Band! 👏
Go Lions! 🦁
YMLA High School Art Students Shine at VASE
YMLA high school art students proudly competed in the Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE) and brought home multiple awards for their outstanding creativity and craftsmanship.
Their hard work, talent, and dedication were recognized among students across the region, and we are incredibly proud of their achievements.
Congratulations to our young artists for representing YMLA with excellence!
Discover YMLA
We invite you to learn more about the Young Men’s Leadership Academy and how we prepare young men for leadership, academic excellence, and future success. Join us for an upcoming Information Session to explore our programs, meet our team, and experience what makes YMLA unique.
Information Sessions — March 28, 2026
Session 1: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Session 2: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
✨ Bonus: Free haircuts will be available for students attending the sessions!
Whether you're a prospective student or a family member, we look forward to welcoming you and answering your questions.
YMLA’s LOTC cadets delivered an impressive performance at the SAISD LOTC Drill Team Competition on March 6, earning placements in every event and demonstrating strong discipline, teamwork, and leadership.
Competition Results
- **2nd Place — Academic Test**
- **2nd Place — In‑Ranks Knowledge Inspection**
- **2nd Place — Unarmed Drill**
- **2nd Place — Armed Drill**
Representing Cadets
- Abel Fuentes
- Jason Ogunlana
- Adam Perez
- Joshua Ybarra
- Oscar Trevino
- Adam Licea
- Noah Brown
- Christian Reid
- Lester Rowe
- TJ Ojo
- David Sotelo
These cadets represented YMLA with pride and professionalism, showing that consistent effort and preparation lead to success.
Students from the Young Men’s Leadership Academy at Phillis Wheatley delivered an outstanding performance at the MESAC Regional Meet at Alamo Heights Middle School.
Team Achievement
Number Sense Team – 1st Place
Qualified for the TMSCA State Middle School Championship and ranked Top 2 in Class 3A in the San Antonio Region.
Team Members: Jeremiah Contreras, Noah Rodriguez, Thomas Barnes, Temiloluwa Ojo
Individual Awards
Temiloluwa Ojo – 2nd Overall, History
Tommy Rodriguez – 10th Overall, Maps, Graphs & Charts
State Qualifiers
David Sotelo – Mathematics
Temiloluwa Ojo – Mathematics, Number Sense, Science
Jeremiah Contreras – Number Sense, Mathematics, Science
Noah Rodriguez – Number Sense
Thomas Barnes – Number Sense
These scholars also competed against schools in Classes 4A–6A, demonstrating exceptional academic strength.
Next Competition
State qualifiers will compete at the TMSCA State Middle School Championships on April 11, 2026, at the University of Texas at San Antonio.
Special thanks to Abel Fuentes, Oscar Trevino, and Jackson Evans for their leadership and commitment.
YMLA celebrates these young men for their hard work, discipline, and academic excellence.
Reminder: Monday, March 16, 2026 is a regular school day and is serving as the makeup day for the Jan. 26 weather cancelation.
Recordatorio: el lunes, 16 de marzo de 2026 será un día escolar normal y servirá como día de recuperación por las clases canceladas el 26 de enero debido al mal tiempo.
We need your voice, YMLA Families! We are pursuing a Senate Bill 1882 partnership with Texas A&M University-San Antonio (TAMUSA) to bring new resources, specialized funding, and academic opportunities to our campus.
Why it matters: This partnership is a major step in building a stronger YMLA for our young men. Make sure to check ClassDojo to watch Mr. Brown’s video explaining exactly how this benefits our students!
How to Vote:
🗓 Deadline: Friday, March 6th @ Noon
🔗 Link: bit.ly/3MTisfk
🔑 Login: Use your child’s Student ID.
(If you have multiple children at YMLA, please use the ID of your oldest child. One response per family!)
Every vote makes YMLA stronger. Let’s do this together! 🦁💪
Questions? Call the front office: 210-354-9652
Fine Arts and Electives Night, March 4, 2026!
A special congratulations goes to Christian Reid, who earned 1st place overall in Individual Male Drill, commanded by Jason Ogunlana.
Looking Ahead
YMLA will host the SAISD Drill Competition this Friday, and our cadets are ready to showcase their skills on our home campus.
