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Preparing for Back to School

 

The new school year is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back to campus! In the meantime, here are a few key reminders to help your family feel prepared:

 

Upcoming Events

 

August 18 | Upper School New Student Open House


All new students and parents entering Grades 5-12 are invited to our Upper School New Student Open House on Monday, August 18 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Students new to Maranatha can meet their principals, walk their class schedule, and learn the layout of the building.

     

    August 18 | Band/Instrument Open House

     

    Join us for our Band/Instrument Open House on August 18 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Come explore, test out different instruments, and find the one that’s right for you. Students in 5-12th grade that are interested in playing an instrument can test out different instruments and find the one that’s right for you.

       

      August 21 | Back-to-School Night

       

      Before starting another school year, the MCA community gathers for the annual Back-to-School Night. At this event, families can meet staff, find lockers and classrooms, pick up dress code orders, and hear from our Head of School about the upcoming school year.

      • 5:00 - 5:30 pm - All-Family General Assembly with the Head of School 
      • 5:30 - 7:00 pm - Open house + School Pictures (Grade 9-12)

      For divisional information and Pre-K classroom check-in times: Back-to-School Information

       

      Helpful Information

       

      Dress Code

       

      We’ve made a few updates to the dress code this year. You can review the full guidelines here: Dress Code Information

       

      Plus, don’t miss our current Back to School Sale, details are listed below!

         

        Supply Lists

         

        School Supply lists for all grade levels will be found on the Back-to-School Information page of our website:  Back-to-School Information

          School Pictures

          • Grades 9-12: pictures will be taken on August 21 at Back-to-School Night. Click here to reserve your spot.
          • PreK - Grade 8: September 3
          • Picture Retakes: October 15

          Cell Phone Policy          (grades 5-12)

           

          To reduce distractions and promote better learning, we’ve introduced a new cell phone policy for students in grades 5-12. Be sure to review the policy here: Cell Phone Policy

           

            UPDATED Upper School Service Hours Information

             

            We’ve updated the service hour requirements for grades 5-12 students. Please read the new expectations here: Service Hours Information

              Summer Reading Requirements

               

              All students have assigned summer reading, and it’s due in just over a month. Make sure you’re staying on track! You can find all the details here: Summer Reading Requirements

                Back-to-School Information

                Dress Code Sale Happening Now!

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                Our one and only dress code Summer Sale starts Monday for 15% off your entire order! Click here to start browsing what's available and be sure to place your order during July 14-25.
                 
                Other helpful tips:
                • For measurement/sizing guidelines, click "Sizing Details" within an item's page
                • Branding Warehouse return policy
                • BSTG page - for used clothes and items
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                July 24: MCA Open House

                July 29- 31: CCC's Ultimate College Workshop (Incoming Seniors)

                August 15-17: HS and MS Student Council Retreats

                August 18: Band/Instrument Open House

                August 21: All-School Back-to-School Night

                August 25: First Day of School Grades 5 - 12

                August 25: X-Tended Day Experience Grades 5 & 6 Begins [In-person]

                August 26: First Day of School Grades PreK - 4

                 

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                We are grateful for our community business partners. The following organizations are community partners that regularly invest in our students. If you are in need of any of their services, click through to learn more about their work.

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