Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts

🌟🎉 Huge congratulations to Layla C. for taking 3rd place today at the Abbeville High Speech Tournament! 🏆 She represented MACA with excellence in Varsity Dramatic Interpretation! 🙌👏 We are so proud of you, Layla! Keep shining bright and making MACA proud! 💙✨ #MACAPride #MACA #SpeechTournamentSuccess #HardWorkPaysOff

☁️✨ Floating on Cloud 9 at MACA! ✨☁️ We’re thrilled to share that MACA is an A school once again! 🎉🥳 Teachers, staff, and students were all smiles as we celebrated this amazing achievement. 💙 Staff were treated to delicious iced coffee from 7 Kids Ice Cream Truck and refreshing loaded teas from Weightless Women Wellness Center. 🍦 Meanwhile, students enjoyed ice cream floats and danced the day away in celebration of their hard work and dedication! A big THANK YOU to our MACA family for making this possible. Together, we continue to soar! 💫 #MACAProud #ASchoolSuccess #Cloud9Celebration #HardWorkPaysOff #MACA

🎶 Exciting News at MACA! 🎶 Today, we had the privilege of hosting the Louisiana Brass Quintet from the Acadiana Center for the Arts! 🎺✨ Their incredible talent and passion for music filled our school with energy and inspiration. Thank you to the Acadiana Center for the Arts for bringing this amazing performance to our campus. It’s always a joy to experience live music and the arts in action! #MACAProud #LiveMusic #MACA #LouisianaArts #BrassQuintet

We are super proud to announce our District Students of the Year. Introducing Braelynn O. (Arnaudville Middle), the 5th-grade District Student of the Year; Addisyn D. (MACA), the 8th-grade District Student of the Year; and Fajah G. (Eunice High School), the 12th-grade district student of the year. We want to congratulate them and wish them much success in the next phase of the competition!

💉 Heroes Among Us at MACA! 🩸 Yesterday, our amazing students, staff, and even MACA parents came together to donate blood and save lives! 💪❤️ Every drop matters, and these MACA Heroes showed the power of compassion and community. Thank you to everyone who participated—you’ve made a real difference in the lives of others! 🌟 #MACAHeroes #SavingLives #MACA #GiveBlood #MakingADifference

Thanksgiving Message from Superintendent Batiste

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, MACA will closed Monday, November 25-29, 2024!🦃🦃 Students and staff will return December 2, 2024.

📢 Social Media Alert! When we return from Thanksgiving break, get ready for a sweet surprise! 🍦✨ The 7 Kids Ice Cream Truck is rolling in to MACA: 📅 Tuesday, December 3rd - for 7th, 9th, and 10th graders 📅 Wednesday, December 4th - for 8th, 11th, and 12th graders From creamy floats to dreamy dreamsicles, there's a treat for everyone! Please note: Limit of one item per person. Plus, a portion of the sales will support our MACA Choir students as they prepare for LMEA All-State Choir! 🎶 Don't miss out on this chance to indulge and support a great cause! #IceCreamFun #SupportMACAChoir #MACASweetTreats #MACA

Last night was a momentous occasion at MACA as we celebrated our Beta Club Induction Ceremony! 🎉 Students from both junior high and high school were officially inducted into this prestigious organization, recognizing their hard work, leadership, and dedication to service. 💡✨ Congratulations to all our new Beta Club members! We’re excited to see the incredible things you’ll accomplish. #MACABetaClub #Leadership #Excellence #MACA

👖 JEAN DAY TOMORROW!👖 Friday, November 22nd Remember, no rips or tears!

🎉 We’re an A School! 🎉 To celebrate, all students get FREE DRESS DAY tomorrow! ✔️ Keep it school-appropriate. ✔️ Remember the guidelines. Thank you, MACA family—let’s keep shining! 💙💛 #MACAPride #MACA #CelebrateExcellence

🎉 MACA Did It Again! 🎉 We’re thrilled to share that our hard work and dedication have paid off with another incredible school performance score! 📈💪 💡 Excellence in Education: At MACA, we strive every day to provide the best opportunities for our students to succeed academically and beyond. This score reflects the commitment of our students, teachers, staff, and parents! Let’s keep the momentum going and aim even higher. Together, we can achieve greatness! 🌟 #MACAPride #MACA #SLPSB #ExcellenceInEducation #TeamWork #WeDidItAgain

📢 Reminder: MACA Blood Drive – November 21, 2024! 🩸 When: Thursday, November 21, 2024 🕗 Time: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM 📍 Where: MACA Your blood donation can save lives and help one of our seniors earn the LifeScholars scholarship! Donations can be made in any senior’s name, whether you donate at the school or another LifeShare blood drive/blood center. 🎯 Schedule your donation time here: https://donor.lifeshare.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/270366 Let’s make a difference together! 🩸

🔨✨ MACA's JAG students had an amazing experience at the Baton Rouge Carpenters and Millwrights 2024 National Apprenticeship Week Career Fair today! Students explored apprenticeship opportunities at the Central South Carpenters and Millwrights Training Center and participated in hands-on activities to learn about this exciting career path. Thank you to the organizers for providing such an engaging and educational event! 💙 #MACA #JAG #JAGLA #NationalApprenticeshipWeek #CareerReady #HandsOnLearning #SLPSB

🎄✨ MACA's Student Government Association partnered with Shoppe de Noel to spread holiday cheer! Through a collection drive, we helped gather items like books, toiletries, and puzzles for nursing home residents. These thoughtful gifts will fill 400 Christmas bags this season, bringing joy to so many! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated to this wonderful cause. 💙 Your generosity makes a difference! #MACA #HolidayGiving #ShoppeDeNoel #SGA

🚨 Reminder: MACA's Clear Bottle Policy 🚨 Only clear, transparent bottles are allowed on campus. Let’s keep MACA safe! 💙

🎶✨ Get ready for a holiday twist! ✨🎶 MACA Choir presents "I Asked Santa for Halloween This Year" 🎅🎃—a fun-filled Christmas concert you won’t want to miss! 📅 Date: December 4th 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: MACA, 1100 East Leo Street, Opelousas, LA 70570 🎟️ Tickets: $7 for adults | $2 for students Come join us for a night of music, laughter, and holiday cheer with a spooky spin! 🎄👻 Mark your calendars and bring the whole family!

🎉 Hey MACA Students! Ready to Win Big? 🎉 Starting TODAY, St. Landry Parish is hosting an exclusive 4-week contest on Beable! 🏆 Here’s how it works: ✅ Complete Beable lessons for entries into a raffle! 🎯 Prizes: 1️⃣ 1st Place: $50 2️⃣ 2nd Place: $15 3️⃣ 3rd Place: $10 💡 The more lessons you complete, the more chances to win—but remember, quality counts! Don’t wait—start learning and earning now! #MACAStudents #BeableChallenge #LearnAndWin #MACA

📢 ATTENTION JUNIORS AND SENIORS:📢 Don't forget your order form and deposit.📃 Any student that has already placed an order and would like to make a payment on their account may do so at this time.💵

📢 Here’s what’s happening at MACA this week! Stay tuned for all the upcoming events and activities! 🗓️