Elementary - Macon East Academy

SENIOR BUDDIES

The Senior Buddy program unites the Senior class with smallest Knights in preschool. Caitlin Bruce, Senior Buddy Coordinator says, “the Senior Buddy tradition is one of my favorite things to organize every year! Our Pre-school students look up to the “big kids”. We meet throughout the year and do crafts, exchange goodies, and even play together! Believe it or not, the Seniors enjoy it just as much as the little buddies!” The senior buddy program personifies the family atmosphere found at Macon East Academy. The preschool buddies enjoy cheering for their senior buddies at Macon East sporting events, high fiving them on the sidewalks, and bonding with the older students.

The seniors look forward to participating and mentoring to the younger students. We asked a few seniors what they looked forward to when meeting their buddy:

“I love meeting new friends, especially kids younger than me, I can be a role model/inspiration to them.” Tyler Daniels

“I will love hanging out with my buddy because I can be a mentor to Easton.” Khamani Driver

“I really enjoy meeting new friends! Juneau seems like a cool person. This opportunity is a fantastic way to strengthen the alliance between the class of 2022 and the class of 2035.” Bryant Rascoll

Beth Nesbitt2021-09-28T14:32:00+00:00September 28th, 2021|Blog, Elementary, High School, News and Events|0 Comments

Kindergarten Students Celebrate Johnny Appleseed’s Birthday

Mrs. Lawrence’s Kindergarten class celebrated Johnny Appleseed’s birthday. They tasted various kinds of apples and picked their favorite. They recorded their choices on a graph. Granny Smith apples were the favorite!

Beth Nesbitt2021-09-28T14:08:42+00:00September 27th, 2021|Blog, Elementary, News and Events|0 Comments

Class of 2033!

Seventeen precious kindergarteners were dressed in white robes with royal blue MEA shawls. Mrs. Lawrence’s class entertained parents, grandparents and students at their commencement ceremony. This amazing class focused on reading, math and essential readiness skills. They used their iPads for additional enrichment activities this year. Welcome to first grade little Knights!

Front row: Gracelynn Yeager, Thomas Eubank, Noah Mallinson, Bryson Hood, Logan Jucknies, Emmie Johnson, Lizzie Kate Dorsey, and Michael Boyd Schroeder. Back row: Cora Lesperance, Diamond Hardeman, Slade Kyser, Mason Taylor, Stephen Abrams, Keenan Cenidoza, Cole Harris, Parker Motley, and Cooper Cannon.

Beth Nesbitt2021-06-21T22:33:17+00:00June 21st, 2021|Blog, Elementary|0 Comments

FIELD DAY FUN!

Macon East Academy’s Lower School students were excited to see the return of Field Day on May 6. This day of fun, sun, and friendly competition between classmates is much anticipated every year. The Blue and Red teams gave it their best in a variety of old-school athletic events from relay races to the water balloon toss. Coach Lott joined the festivities by grilling delicious hamburgers and hotdogs for everyone to enjoy at lunchtime. The afternoon brought the exciting final game and the always fun event between the teachers. The last event of the day determined that the Red team came out on top and will have bragging rights and the Field Day trophy until next year’s games. All the kids cooled off afterward with refreshing Kona Ice and sprinkler fun on the football field.

Beth Nesbitt2021-05-24T15:04:33+00:00May 24th, 2021|Blog, Elementary, News and Events|0 Comments

Laurel Hill Farm Author and Nugget Visit Macon East Students

Macon East students were treated to a visit from children’s book author, Blaire Carter Graham. Blaire shared her book called Nugget’s Prayer with the students and even brought Nugget along for lots of love. Blaire lives on Laurel Hill Farm in Shorter, Alabama and has lots of animals where she draws her inspiration for her books. Blaire aims to inspire young and old readers to be strong and confident about who they are and where they are from. She also wants readers to know the importance of friends and family. One bible verse she holds close to her heart is Joshua 1:9 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid. Do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Beth Nesbitt2021-05-19T18:35:57+00:00May 19th, 2021|Blog, Elementary, News and Events|0 Comments

Macon East Art Show Winners!

Congratulations to all students who placed in the 2021 Macon East Academy Art Show, AISA District Art Show, and AISA State Winners! We are so proud of these students and their commitment to the visual arts! Macon East Academy has a wonderful visual arts program. Summer Kyser does an incredible job and encourages her students to explore various art mediums, techniques, personal expression, independence and expands their creativity.

K5-1ST GRADE:
Painting: Cooper Cannon (1st place), Lizzie Kate Dorsey (2nd place) and Keenan Cenidoza (3rd place.)
Printmaking: Lizzie Kate Dorsey (Best of Show, 1st place, 2nd Place in District), Case Sanford (2nd place), Thomas Eubank (3rd place), Allie Jane Meadows, Rylen Jones and Luke Davis (Honorable Mention).
Drawing Color: Holden Robinson (1st place), Hunter Battle (2nd place), Coats Newell (3rd place) and Jack Davis (Honorable Mention).
Collage/ Mixed Media: Noah Mathis (1st place), Coats Newell (2nd place and 2nd place in District), Walker Pickett (3rd place), Allie Jane Meadows, S.J. Jemison, Lathan Glass, Luke Davis, Bryson Hood, Cash Longcrier, and Logan Jucknies (Honorable Mention).

2ND – 3RD GRADE:
Drawing Color: Rory Girdner (1st place), Sladen Meadows (2nd place and 2nd place in District), Zola Ward (3rd place), Brynlee Sconyers; Huck Ellison, and Halyn Wren (Honorable Mention).
Collage/ Mixed Media: Ashtyn Clayton (Best of Show and 1st place), Halyn Wren (2nd place and 1st place District), Maddy Thornton (3rd place) and Ella Loughridge, Hayden Herring, Ty Sanford, and Zola Ward (Honorable Mention).

4TH -6TH GRADE:
Painting: Avery Kyser (1st place)
Water Base: Ava Noffsinger (1st place), Matthew Simpson (2nd place), and Avery Kyser (3rd place).
Printmaking: Austin Lashlee (1st place, 3rd place District), Campbell Loughridge (2nd place), and Brandon Fitch (3rd place).
Drawing Color: Brandon Fitch (1st place, 3rd place District), Ava Noffsinger (2nd place), and Kwesi Jernigan (3rd place).
Collage/ Mixed Media: Brody McGinty (Best of Show and 1st place), Addison Longcrier (2nd place), Bentley Graham (3rd place), Gracie Strickland, and Lucy Brown (Honorable Mention).
Drawing Non-Color: Christian McGalliard (1st and 2nd place).

7TH – 9TH GRADE:
Painting: Sydney Phelps (1st place, 3rd place District), Collin Blount (2nd place), and Will Dekle (3rd place).
Printmaking: Jacob Simpson (1st place), Pressley Graham (2nd place), and Hagan Owens (3rd place).
Drawing Non-Color: Ethan Jones (1st place, 2nd place and Honorable Mention, 2nd place District), and Gunner Justice (3rd place).
Drawing Color: Kacy Rutland (1st and 3rd place), and Jameson Byrom (2nd place)
3-D Arts/ Crafts: Ethan Jones (1st and 2nd place, 2nd place District) and Elise Logan (3rd place).
Collage/ Mixed Media: Will Dekle (1st place, 1st place District), Jordan Rossell (2nd place, Honorable Mention District), and Elliot Fitch (3rd place).
Photography: Ethan Jones (1st and 3rd place, 2nd place District), and Jacob Simpson (2nd place, 3rd place District).
Best of Show: Ethan Jones

10TH – 12TH GRADE:
Drawing Color: Luke Noffsinger (1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place and Honorable Mention, 2nd place District, 1st place State), Ali Churchwell, and Allison Magda (Honorable Mention).
Collage/ Mixed Media: Luke Noffsinger (1st place and 2nd place, 3rd place District), and Abby Ledlow (3rd place).
Drawing Non-Color: Luke Noffsinger (1st and 3rd place), and Allison Magda (2nd place).
Painting: Sydney Sullivan (1st place, 2nd place District), Anna Dickson Beck (2nd place), and Alyssa Clark (3rd place).
3-D Art/Crafts: Luke Noffsinger (1st place, 1st place District), and Allison Magda (2nd and 3rd place).
Photography: Luke Noffsinger (1st and 2nd place, 2nd place, and Honorable Mention District).
Best of Show: Luke Noffsinger

Overall BEST OF SHOW: Luke Noffsinger

Beth Nesbitt2021-05-24T15:09:31+00:00April 24th, 2021|Blog, Elementary, High School, News and Events|0 Comments

FUN RUN EXCITEMENT

Macon East Academy’s Lower School and Pre-school students recently had a blast participating in the annual Fun Run. During this fundraiser, families gather donations for laps run by their students on the day of the Run. Students took part in character-building lessons each day from the Booster team, learning about teamwork, courage, and determination. The two-week event was a great success, earning the kids many exciting rewards along the way for reaching their goals. Some of their favorite rewards were a visit to the ice cream truck and a Color Run for the older kids. A portion of the funds raised went towards the new school intercom system which has just been installed for all buildings, replacing the previous, 35-year-old system. These students are proud to see the results of their efforts being used at school daily.

Beth Nesbitt2021-02-23T23:39:15+00:00February 23rd, 2021|Blog, Elementary, News and Events|0 Comments