Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts

🍦 Reminder, MACA! 🍦 The 7 Kids Ice Cream Truck is coming tomorrow, Monday, Feb. 24, for a Junior Prom Committee fundraiser! 🎉 📅 Monday: 7th, 9th, & 12th grades 📅 Tuesday: 8th, 10th, & 11th grades Don't miss out on your favorite sweet treats while supporting Junior Prom! 🍨✨ #MACASweetTreats #SupportJuniorProm #IceCreamFun

See what's going on at MACA for the week of February 24-28, 2025.

✨🎭 Laissez les bons temps rouler! 🎭✨ Yesterday, MACA high school students in Mrs. Pitre’s and Mrs. Brower’s classes got a special treat—a deep dive into the History of Mardi Gras! 🎉 ULL graduate student and Public Historian Kallie Barron, who has worked with museums across the state, brought the culture to life with her expertise in Cajun studies. Adding a musical touch, Mr. Reggie Matte (Mrs. Pitre’s dad!) had everyone tapping their feet with some classic Cajun & Zydeco tunes! 🎶💜💛💚 Our students were all in—engaged, excited, and representing MACA with pride! 🙌 A huge merci to Kallie and Mr. Reggie for sharing your passion for Louisiana’s rich traditions as we gear up for our Mardi Gras Renaissance Rally next Friday, 2/28! 🎭⚜️ #MACA #MardiGrasMagic #CajunCulture #LaissezLesBonsTempsRouler

🎭💜 A Huge Thank You to Our Gold Sponsors! 💛🎭 We are beyond grateful for our 2025 Renaissance Rally Gold Sponsors! Your generous donations—prizes, money, gift cards, and merch—make this event truly special. Thanks to your support, we can provide door prizes, awards, and exciting prize patrol surprises for our students. This rally wouldn’t be possible without you, and we appreciate your commitment to celebrating student success with us! Thank you for making a difference! 🎉💚💜💛 #MACARenaissance #ThankYouSponsors #StudentSuccess

🍦 Sweet News, MACA! 🍦 The 7 Kids Ice Cream Truck is rolling back to campus next Monday and Tuesday for a delicious fundraiser hosted by the Junior Prom Committee! 🎉 📅 Monday (Feb. 24): 7th, 9th, & 12th grades 📅 Tuesday (Feb. 25): 8th, 10th, & 11th grades From floats to screwballs, there's something for everyone! Come grab a treat and help support Junior Prom! 🍨✨ #MACASweetTreats #SupportJuniorProm #IceCreamFun

Celebrating Black Excellence at MACA! Our JAG students continue to highlight inspiring Black leaders and careers for Black History Month. Submitted by our JAG student Kayleigh C., we honor Robert Robinson Taylor, the first African American architect accredited in the United States. As the first Black graduate of MIT, Taylor played a significant role in designing and constructing buildings at Tuskegee Institute, blending innovation with education. His legacy in architecture and education continues to inspire future generations to pursue careers in STEM and design. Stay tuned as we continue celebrating history, excellence, and the trailblazers who inspire future generations! #BlackHistoryMonth #JAGLeads #MACAProud #BlackExcellence #RobertRobinsonTaylor #ArchitecturePioneer

🌟 Jr. Beta Convention Success! 🌟 We are so proud of all our students who attended the Jr. Beta Convention and represented MACA with excellence! A huge congratulations to Kaiden G. for placing 3rd in 7th Grade Science! 🏆🔬 Your hard work and dedication paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder! Way to go, Jr. Beta! 🎉 #MACAProud #JrBetaConvention #ScienceStar

🎭💜💛💚 Mardi Gras Jean Day! 💚💛💜🎭 Laissez les bons temps rouler! 🎉 Tomorrow is Mardi Gras Jean Day—for just $2, you can wear your favorite jeans and rock Mardi Gras colors! 💜💛💚 📅 Date: Tomorrow 💰 Cost: $2 🎭 Theme: Purple, gold, and green encouraged! Don’t miss out on the fun—bring your $2 and celebrate in style! 🎶✨ #MACAMardiGrasJeanDay #LetTheGoodTimesRoll

Celebrating Black Excellence at MACA! Our JAG students continue to highlight inspiring Black leaders and careers for Black History Month. Submitted by our JAG student Neviah T., we honor Shirley Ann Jackson, a pioneering physicist and trailblazer in STEM. As the first African American woman to earn a Ph.D. from MIT, her groundbreaking research in theoretical physics has contributed to advancements in telecommunications and technology. Jackson has also led in academia and public service, inspiring future generations to break barriers in science and engineering. Stay tuned as we continue celebrating history, excellence, and the trailblazers who inspire future generations! #BlackHistoryMonth #JAGLeads #MACAProud #BlackExcellence #ShirleyAnnJackson #WomenInSTEM

🎭 Tonight’s the Night! MACA Theatre Presents a Special Trilogy Performance! 🎭 Join us TONIGHT at 6 PM at Opelousas Little Theatre for an unforgettable night of drama! Our Theatre Department will perform a trilogy of shows, including a special final performance from our seniors as they take their last bow on stage. 📸 Here’s a look at our seniors rehearsing for their farewell performance! 🎟️ All seats are $10—Don’t miss this amazing night of theatre! 🚗 Parking Update: Our security guard will be directing parking. Please follow his instructions to ensure a smooth and safe experience for everyone. #MACATheatre #TrilogyPerformance #FinalCurtainCall #SupportTheArts

🎭💜💛💚 The Countdown is ON! 🎉🔥 Our 8th Annual Renaissance Rally – Krewe De Phoenix is happening Friday, February 28th, and it’s going to be BIG! 🏆🎭 🎉 What’s in store? 🎉 🏅 Student & "Staffulty" Awards – Celebrating achievement & excellence! 🎁 Prize Patrol Surprises – You never know what’s coming! 🎟️ Awesome Door Prizes – Show up for your chance to win! And don’t forget… Mardi Gras costumes are a MUST! 💜💛💚 The wilder, crazier, and more creative, the better! Epic prizes await the best-dressed! 👑✨ Let’s make this rally one to remember! Who’s ready?! 🎷🔥 #KreweDePhoenix #MACARenaissance #MardiGrasMadness

🎭💜 A Huge Thank You to Our Silver Sponsors! 💛🎭 We are beyond grateful for our 2025 Renaissance Rally Silver Sponsors! Your generous donations—prizes, money, gift cards, and merch—make this event truly special. Thanks to your support, we can provide door prizes, awards, and exciting prize patrol surprises for our students. This rally wouldn’t be possible without you, and we appreciate your commitment to celebrating student success with us! Thank you for making a difference! 🎉💚💜💛 #MACARenaissance #ThankYouSponsors #StudentSuccess

Celebrating Black Excellence at MACA! Our JAG students continue to highlight inspiring Black leaders and careers for Black History Month. Submitted by our JAG student Kaitlyn S., we honor Ella Fitzgerald, the “First Lady of Song” and one of the most influential jazz vocalists in history. With a career spanning over six decades, her unmatched voice, improvisational skill, and scat singing made her a legend. Winning 13 Grammy Awards and breaking racial barriers in the music industry, Fitzgerald’s legacy continues to inspire musicians and fans worldwide. Stay tuned as we continue celebrating history, excellence, and the trailblazers who inspire future generations! #BlackHistoryMonth #JAGLeads #MACAProud #BlackExcellence #EllaFitzgerald #QueenOfJazz

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🎭 Tomorrow Night! MACA Theatre Presents a Special Trilogy Performance! 🎭 Join us at Opelousas Little Theatre tomorrow at 6 PM for an unforgettable night of drama! Our Theatre Department will perform a trilogy of shows, including a special final performance from our seniors, as they take their last bow on stage. 📸 Here’s a look at our seniors rehearsing for their farewell performance! 🎟️ All seats are $10—Don’t miss this amazing night of theatre! #MACATheatre #TrilogyPerformance #FinalCurtainCall #SupportTheArts

🎭💜💛💚 It’s Almost Time for Our 8th Annual Renaissance Rally! 🎉🔥 🎭 Krewe De Phoenix 🎭 is rolling out Friday, Feb. 28, from 12:30-2:30 PM! Get ready for a rally like no other—Mardi Gras style! 🎷🎶 🎭👑 GET THOSE COSTUMES READY! 👑🎭 We’re looking for the wildest, craziest, and most creative Mardi Gras outfits! The best-dressed will take home some epic prizes! 🏆✨ Let’s bring the energy and make this rally unforgettable! Who’s ready?! 💜💛💚 #KreweDePhoenix #MACARenaissance #MardiGrasMadness

🎉🔥 Renaissance Rally Class Games Sign-Up! 🔥🎉 Think you’ve got what it takes to bring home a WIN for your class? 🏆💪 Sign up during lunch on Thursday & Friday to compete in our Renaissance Rally Class Games! Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Gather your squad and get ready for some friendly competition, big laughs, and epic fun! 🎭🎯🎶 💜💛💚 Which class will come out on top? Sign up, and let’s find out! #MACARenaissance #GameOn #ClassSpirit

Celebrating Black Excellence at MACA! Our JAG students continue to highlight inspiring Black leaders and careers for Black History Month. Submitted by our JAG student Joshua C., we honor Jackie Robinson, a trailblazing athlete who broke Major League Baseball’s color barrier in 1947. As the first African American to play in the modern MLB, Robinson endured immense challenges but remained a symbol of courage, resilience, and excellence. His impact on sports and civil rights paved the way for future generations of Black athletes. Stay tuned as we continue celebrating history, excellence, and the trailblazers who inspire future generations! #BlackHistoryMonth #JAGLeads #MACAProud #BlackExcellence #JackieRobinson #BreakingBarriers

Celebrating Black History at MACA Tomorrow, MACA will host a special Black History Program honoring the achievements, culture, and contributions of Black leaders and trailblazers. Parents are welcome to attend and share in this meaningful event. Stay tuned for highlights! #BlackHistoryMonth #MACA 💚💛❤️

MACA Theatre Princesses Lend a Royal Hand! 👑✨ This past weekend, our talented MACA Theatre Princesses had the honor of helping out at the Opelousas Little Theatre’s Annual OLT Princess Party! From enchanting storytime to magical makeovers, they brought smiles, sparkles, and a touch of theatre magic to every little princess in attendance. We’re so proud of our students for sharing their time, talents, and kindness with the community! 💖🎭 #MACAProud #TheatreMagic #OLTPrincessParty #CommunitySpirit