This week is National School Counseling Week! MACA is grateful for everything that our school counselor, Mrs. Doucet, does for our students and staff. We appreciate the caring, encouragement, and community that she provides each and every day!
Bus 565, Cassandra Sam Northwest, will not be running this afternoon.
In addition, Chrystal Hildalgo bus #571 will take Bus 45,students from Port Barre to Krotz Springs for the parent pick up today.
Early Dismissal at MACA is at 11:30 am on January 31

The 2024 talent show has been POSTPONED. The new date will be announced soon

SLPSB: A MESSAGE FROM SLPSB:
All schools and district offices will be closed today due to extreme flooding and impassable roads.
Come out and donate blood at MACA's blood drive from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Not only will you help stock the shelves, but you will also help one MACA Senior receive the LifeScholars scholarship. Donations may be made in any senior's name whether you donate at school or at another LifeShare blood drive and/or blood center. Please click on the link to schedule the time you would like to donate. https://donor.lifeshare.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/258427

MACA's annual talent show will be held this Thursday, January 25 at 6:00 in MACA's gym. Admission is $3.00 for each guest.

MACA Family, there is NO SCHOOL today due to low water pressure in the city of Opelousas.
SLPSB: A MESSAGE FROM SLPSB:
Good morning, due to low water pressure issues, the following schools will be closed today : Plaisance Middle, Opelousas High/Biomed, Opelousas Jr. High, Opelouas Middle, Creswell Middle, Northeast Elem, Grolee Elem, Park Vista elem, MACA, SLATS, CAPS (Opelouas Alternative School). All 12 month employees , facilitators and Assistant Principals are to report to work. Thanks for your understanding as we work with local agencies to resolve these concerns.
A MESSAGE FROM SLPSB:
Due to possible unsafe weather conditions from the forecasted arctic blast, all St. Landry Parish School District schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, and Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
With icy roads and freezing temperatures expected throughout the days ahead, we have made the decision to cancel classes, sporting activities, and practices to ensure the safety of our students, families, and staff.
Stay warm and safe at home. For continued updates on closures, follow our social media and check local news outlets.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this wintery weather event. Let's hope for sunshine and warm weather ahead!

A MESSAGE FROM SLPSB:
Due to possible unsafe weather conditions from the forecasted arctic blast, all St. Landry Parish School District schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, and Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
With icy roads and freezing temperatures expected throughout the days ahead, we have made the decision to cancel classes, sporting activities, and practices to ensure the safety of our students, families, and staff.
Stay warm and safe at home. For continued updates on closures, follow our social media and check local news outlets.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during this wintery weather event. Let's hope for sunshine and warm weather ahead!

Reminder!!!

A MESSAGE FROM SLPSB:
Meeting Notice: Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) Meeting
~Date: Thursday, January 11, 2024
~Time: 4:14 P.M.
~Location: St. Landry Parish Pupil Appraisal Center
We cordially invite all community members to attend the upcoming SEAC Meeting. This meeting aims to provide a platform for valuable discussions and ensure the enhancement of special education services within our district.
Your presence and valuable input will greatly contribute to fostering a supportive and inclusive educational environment for all students.
A detailed agenda can be found at https://5il.co/2c4ur.

MACA NEWS

If you suspect your child has talented music, theater, and/or visual art characteristics, contact your school for a referral to the School Building Level Committee. Talented referrals and evaluations are only conducted once a year in the Spring.

'Tis the Season
Students may wear school appropriate Holiday Attire for the remainder of week
Reminder: No holes in bottoms, no hoodies, no crop tops or open toe shoes. There is no cost to dress out

Congratulations, Nazaire Pierre!
Nazaire's exceptional artwork has been selected for the cover of our district Christmas Card, showcasing his immense talent and creativity. We are proud to highlight Nazaire as a standout student at the esteemed Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts.

Please join us at our annual Holiday Arts Celebration on Thursday, December 21 at 9:00 AM

Come out and support!

On Wednesday, December 13, 2023 at 6:00 pm, MACA's Instrumental Music Department will present "Sleigh Ride" in the gym. Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for students.

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