MCAA Rocket Report
August 25
Principal's Message
Fall is a busy time at MCAA! We have settled in to the new year and are ready for all that lies ahead. Next week, students will take their Fall Map test. This assessment allows us to determine where students are and tailor instruction to individual needs. Our first PTA Spirit Night is this Wednesday, August 28th evening at Marietta Melt Yard. Be sure to let them know you are there with MCAA. A portion of the proceeds support our PTA. School clubs will kick off the week of September 3rd, offering a variety of enriching activities for our students. Finally, we’ll be launching our school fundraiser Sept. 3rd, a key event that helps support our programs and initiatives. Let’s make this a great start to the school year!
~Mrs. Woods
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MCAA Leads the State of Georgia in Reading
MCAA leads the state of Georgia ranking in the top 5 in all grades with the #2 spot in third grade reading. We are proud of our Rockets and look forward to celebrating many more accomplishments!
Map Testing
Students will take Fall Map Tuesday-Thursday this week (August 27-29). At MCAA we take Reading, Math, and Science. Refer to your teachers correspondence for the order of your grade level. Please ensure your child is rested and on time. Make-ups will occur Friday and throughout next week as needed.
College Colors Day
Join us in celebrating College Colors Day by wearing your favorite college gear this Friday, August 30th!
In the Media Center
In September, the media center will recognize and highlight the following events and celebrations:
- Hispanic Heritage Month
- The Paralympics
- Labor Day
- The events of September 11th, 2001, and Patriot Day
- Constitution Day
- Fall
School Based Clubs
Our School Based Clubs will begin after Labor Day. We are reviewing sign ups and ensuring all who have shown interest are afforded the opportunity to engage in at least one of their choices. Depending on interest, students may be afforded multiple opportunities. Please look for an email from your club sponsor by Friday, August 30th to ensure you are on the roster and for the details regarding your club. Always follow the direction of your club sponsor for these clubs. Drop off is at 8:00 a.m. in the front loop. Your child should not exit the car until they see their club sponsor. Students will not be permitted after 8:05 a.m.
Annie Jr. DVD Sales
If you would like a DVD from our Drama performance of Annie, Jr. last year, please place your order using the link below. This year's production of Alladin will be in January.
1st House Challenge - September 16th
Our first House Challenge of the 24-25 school year will be September 16th. Students will wear their house shirt and join a cross grade level group to complete their first Stem Challenge of the year. Don't forget to purchase your house t-shirt if you have not. In preparation for our challenge we will be watching Inside Out 2. If you do not want your child to watch this PG movie, opt out forms will be sent home. We are also in need of the following materials to make this House Challenge a success. Please consider donating the following items. Items can be dropped off at the office or given to your homeroom teacher.
- cardboard
- empty bottles/milk jugs/etc.
- colored/patterned paper
- pipe cleaners
- student friendly magazines
- empty paper towel and toilet paper tubes
- tape (clear tape, washi tape, etc.)
Overnight Field Trips
As you are aware, our overnight trips will take place the week of September 16th. Please be sure to complete and return your childls permission form and make payment via Revtrack HERE. You will also find a parent informational video from Dr. Oden below with a wealth of information.
PTA CORNER
Our MCAA PTA welcomes you to new school year! Read their newsletter below to stay up to date on what's happening. Join us for our first Spirit Night at Marietta Melt Yard August 28th. Hope to see everyone there! Don't forget to join PTA HERE.