Financial Aid Applications Open, MCA's Fifth Annual Sweetheart Dance, and the Story of "The Man Who Never Met a Stranger"

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MANE Things
Dear MCA family,
 
In times of unrest and uncertainty, we are reminded of where our true anchor lies. Scripture calls us to fix our eyes on God—the Author and Perfecter of our faith—who remains unshaken when the world feels unsettled.
 
Hebrews 6:19–20 reminds us: "We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where our forerunner, Jesus, has entered on our behalf."
 
As a Christian school community, we choose to respond not with fear, but with faith, not with anxiety, but with trust. We continue to ground our students in truth, prayer, and hope—confident that Christ goes before us and holds us steady, no matter what surrounds us.

 

Blessings,
Deb Larson-Jarpe, Head of School

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2026–2027 School Year Financial Aid Applications Now Open

  • Complete your application by Friday, January 30 as we prepare for re-enrollment.
  • Questions? Contact the Business Office or Admissions.
Apply Here

Kindergarten Intent

If you have a student currently in the PreK (4/5) class, please complete this quick Kindergarten Intent form for the 2026–2027 school year. (this form is not a commitment)

 

As we prepare for re-enrollment, this helps us plan for students that either intend to move up into Kindergarten or repeat another year of PreK. 

 

Click here to complete your form

PreK and Kindergarten Preview Night 

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We're hosting a PreK and Kindergarten Preview Night for prospective families, or current families with siblings, interested in sending their child to MCA!

 

If you have, or know of, an upcoming PreK/Kindergarten student, well, you won't want to miss this interactive evening designed for both children and parents!

 

Register today to attend on Thursday, January 15 from 5:45–7:30 pm!

Register Here

Sibling Applications

If you have a sibling that is not yet attending MCA, now is the time to begin their enrollment process by completing a sibling application here or through your FACTS family portal.

 

Click here to begin your application

Welcome to Family Game Night!

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Join us for a fun-filled evening of laughter, competition, and bonding at Family Game Night—pizza and drinks on us!
  • January 27 at 5:30 pm in the MCA Cafeteria
  • Games suitable for all ages
  • Special appearance of Claw World claw machines!
Register Today / More Details Here!

Homecoming 2026!

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Homecoming is coming up fast (Feb 2–7)! Click below for all the details on everything Homecoming (dress-up days, game times, apparel purchase, etc.)

 

For division-specific information for Homecoming, scroll down to your principals' weekly update for more details.

 

Go, Mustangs!

Click Here for All Homecoming Details

MCA's Fifth Annual Sweetheart Dance

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The annual Sweetheart Dance (PreK–Grade 8) is right around the corner!

 

The dance will be taking place on Thursday, February 12 (note: it is correct that the dance will be on a Thursday this year compared to a Friday as it's been in previous years.)

 

LS (PreK–Grade 4) will dance from 6–7:30 pm, and MS (Grade 5–8) will dance from 8–9:30 pm.

 

Registration is required ($25/couple + $5 for additional daughters).

  • Click here to register

Looking to volunteer at the dance? Click here for LS and here for MS

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Dads’ Night Out

Come watch the Bucks vs. Timberwolves on the big screens at Dave & Buster’s on Tuesday, January 13 at 6:30 pm!

 

No cost—just register here so we can save your seat!

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Family Snow Tubing Day!

❄️ Join us on Saturday, January 31 from 4–6 pm for MCA family tubing!

 
Click here for details on tubing requirements, pricing, and more
 
Waiver is required (fill out online prior to event here)

"George Stewart - 'The Man Who Never Met a Stranger'"

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"Sit across the table from Mr. George Stewart and you'll soon realize you’re talking with one of the most genuine and thoughtful people you've ever met.

 

Between the warm laughs and deep insights is an open door to conversation and dialogue about what matters most in life." continue reading here...

MANE Events

January 12: Evening of One Acts

January 14: (US) Christian Apparel Day

January 14–16: (HS) Finals

January 15: PreK and Kindergarten Preview Night

January 16: Half Day (last day of Q2)

January 19: NO SCHOOL (MLK Day)

January 20: NO SCHOOL (Teacher Professional Day)

Full Calendar

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High School
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