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Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Scholarship Recipient – McKinnon Hammonds

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association recently awarded more than $80,000 to deserving young people from across the state at the 2022 Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Scholarship Banquet. McKinnon Hammonds, pictured with his Grandfather – a Lowndes county cattlemen, was awarded one of the “Tagged for Greatness” scholarships. We are very thankful for everything that ACA does for the cattle industry, our communities and students. Congrats McKinnon!!

Beth Nesbitt2022-04-12T16:23:53+00:00April 12th, 2022|Blog, High School, News and Events|0 Comments

Elementary Choral Festival and Donuts!

Macon East Academy 4th-6th grade students recently went to Eastern Hills Baptist Church and competed in the AISA Elementary Choral Festival. After completing, students were treated to Krispy Kreme donuts, where they performed for the staff and patrons inside.

Beth Nesbitt2022-04-12T16:19:52+00:00April 12th, 2022|Blog, Elementary, News and Events|0 Comments

10th Grade English Project

The 10th grade students read Animal Farm by George Orwell, over the course of the third nine weeks. They learned about how power and control can corrupt leadership. They made their own propaganda posters to go along with any part of the novel.

Beth Nesbitt2022-04-12T16:17:36+00:00April 12th, 2022|Blog, High School, News and Events|0 Comments

Sleeping Under the Sea!

Forget Sleeping Under the Stars…our 5th and 6th graders experienced Sleeping Under the Sea! As you can see from the pictures, our students had a wonderful time at the Georgia Aquarium. They were able to not only able to have the best sleeping spot, but they were also entertained by some amazing aquatic animals, a bedtime snack, and fun-filled guided tours. This was a definitely a slumber party to remember!

Beth Nesbitt2022-03-17T15:29:11+00:00March 17th, 2022|Blog, Elementary, News and Events|0 Comments

NJHS Inducts 8 New Members

The Macon East chapter of the National Junior Honor Society recently held its annual induction ceremony. The National Junior Honor Society is a worldwide organization that consists of middle school & junior high students from around the country. Selection of members is based on five criteria: citizenship, service, leadership, scholarship and character. Each member is expected to maintain a high academic standard while being active in their community through volunteer service projects. The goal of NJHS is to recognize academic achievement and to develop the characteristics of leadership and service. Serving as officers for the National Junior Honor Society are Julia Mathis (President), Addison Little (Vice President), Chase Lashlee (Secretary), Katie Kitchens (Treasurer) and Mary Taylor May (Chaplain).

Congratulations to this year’s inductees: Alexis Davis, Sarah Davis, Colton Lunn, Caden Mobley, Parker Ruskin, Kelsey Smith, Gavin Spencer, and Madison Vocino.

Beth Nesbitt2022-03-17T15:26:38+00:00March 17th, 2022|Blog, High School, News and Events|0 Comments

Macon East Academy Volleyball Standouts Sign with Southern Union

Macon East Academy seniors Maddie Ross and Savannah Sharpe both accepted scholarships to continue their volleyball careers at Southern Union Community College in a signing ceremony held at the school recently. They both helped lead the Lady Knights to a Class AAA runner-up finish in the state volleyball tournament this past season Maddie is an outside hitter and has played with the Lady Knights team the past four years, including the state championship team in 2018. She has played in two state championship finals and been a part of two final four teams. She finished the season with 201 kills and 125 digs. Savannah has only been on the team for one year, but prior to this season she was a part of three state championships and a national championship. She finished the 2021 season with 600 assists. Both girls are all-around positive role models at Macon East and we wish them all the best!

Beth Nesbitt2022-03-15T21:09:43+00:00March 15th, 2022|Blog, High School, News and Events, Volleyball|0 Comments

Elite Alabama A&M Top Seniors

Seniors Teron Wright and Maurice Poole were recognized at the elite Alabama A&M Scholarship recognition Program. The top seniors in the tri-county area were recognized for their accomplishments and scholarship awards. We are proud of Teron for receiving the gold scholarship and Maurice the silver! They represented Macon East proudly and we can’t wait to keep up with their success in the future.

Beth Nesbitt2022-03-15T21:07:05+00:00March 15th, 2022|Blog, High School, News and Events|0 Comments

AISA All Star Basketball

The AISA East vs. West senior all-star basketball game was held February 18 at the Cramton Bowl Multiplex. Representing Macon East on the East boys’ team were Tyler Daniels, and Maurice Poole, and Maddie Ross was selected to the East girls’ team. Each of these outstanding athletes enjoyed some practice with their opponents from other AISA schools and the opportunity to get to know the other athletes as members of the same team. It was a fun night of great basketball, and the East girls’ team was victorious in the girls game. Macon East’s very own Tyler Daniels was selected as the MVP for the East team. Hendley Culpepper also represented MEA as a member of the East cheerleading squad. Congratulations to all our senior all-stars!

Beth Nesbitt2022-03-15T21:05:34+00:00March 15th, 2022|Basketball, Blog, High School, News and Events|0 Comments

Celebrating Read Across America

Macon East Academy Kindergarten students enjoyed reading books written by Dr. Seuss including Bartholomew and the Oobleck. After reading the story, students made their own Oobleck. It was lots of green, sticky fun! They also enjoyed having a “Dr. Seuss” snack which included green eggs and ham, Cat in the Hat cheese sticks, and colored goldfish.

Beth Nesbitt2022-03-15T21:03:29+00:00March 15th, 2022|Blog, Elementary, News and Events|0 Comments

Wyrosdick Chosen as War Eagle Plainsmen!

Congratulations to Macon East Academy alum 𝗝𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗪𝘆𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗸 for being chosen as a War Eagle Plainsmen for 2022 – 2023 at Auburn University! The War Eagle Girls and Plainsmen are charged with the duty and honor of representing Auburn University students to faculty, administrators, and the community. Way to go Jake! We are so proud of you!

Beth Nesbitt2022-03-15T21:02:22+00:00March 15th, 2022|Alumni, Blog, News and Events|0 Comments