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JV Volleyball State Runner-Up

The junior varsity volleyball team competed in the AISA JV Volleyball State tournament Saturday, October 10 at Kingwood Christian School. The team played hard all day and advanced through the winners bracket to the championship game where they fell to the host team. Freshmen Madisyn Kennedy and Bailey Williams and 8th grader, Emily Brooks were named to the all-tournament team. The young team has had an amazing undefeated regular season, and the players have grown tremendously in their knowledge of the game. Coaches Amanda Smallwood and Brynn Nix are so proud of the accomplishments of this team of 20, which includes nine seventh graders.

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Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:02+00:00October 12th, 2015|News and Events, Volleyball|0 Comments

Grandparents Day 2015

Macon East K3 through 6th grade students held their annual Grandparents Day program on Thursday, October 1. Dressed in jeans, overalls, white shirts and bandanas, the boys and girls entertained their special guests with songs and poems celebrating grandparents. The cafeteria was filled with grandparents capturing photos and video of their special student’s performance. Following the program, students, teachers and grandparents enjoyed brunch of cinnamon rolls, muffins, sausage balls, fruit and juice provided by the PTO.

Grandparents 2015

Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:02+00:00October 2nd, 2015|News and Events|0 Comments

Macon East Observes See You at the Pole

On the morning of September 23rd Macon East students and teachers gathered at the school flag pole for prayer and devotion. Beginning in 1990, See You at the Pole is an annual gathering of Christian students at their school flag for prayer, scripture reading and worship. Thanks to Mrs. Jennifer Harris for coordinating this year’s event at MEA.

They all met together and were constantly united in prayer. — Acts 1:14

See U at the Pole

Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:02+00:00September 25th, 2015|News and Events|0 Comments

2015 Softball Team Receives State Title Rings

The 2015 varsity softball team at Macon East Academy celebrated their 4th state title in as many years receiving their state championship rings Friday, September 4 prior to the first home football game. The Lady Knights softball team ended the 2015 season with a record of 57-5. Former players Mari-Beth Baker (Mississippi State) and Cameron Redding (Troy) returned to campus for the presentation. Three former teammates who are now playing at the collegiate level were unable to attend. Outfielder and pitcher Deven Kennedy will be playing at Florida International University in Miami in the spring. Bailey Singleton, MVP in the state tournament, will be pitching for the University of Montevallo this season, and Jordan Amerson, MEA catcher, will continue her softball career at University of North Carolina – Charlotte. Under the leadership of Coach Glynn Lott, this year’s team will remain a strong contender in the AISA AA division as they strive for five in 2016.

2015 softball team

Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:02+00:00September 17th, 2015|News and Events, Softball|0 Comments

2015 Reading Fair

7th – 9th Grade Winners

Best of Show: Christian Moody (8th grade)

7th grade:
1st place – Casie Starling
2nd place – Aiden Steyer
3rd place – Tanner Moore

8th grade:
1st place – Haley Wren
2nd place – Ryan Brock
3rd place – Allison Parson

9th grade:
1st grade – Zack Taylor
2nd grade – Beaty Hurst
3rd place – Madisyn Kennedy

Moody Reading Fair

10th – 12th grade winners

Best of Show: Christian Steyer (12th grade)

10th grade:
1st place – Madison Folkes
2nd place – Sam Pittenger
3rd place – Nick Fitzgerald

11th grade:
1st place – Chloe Patterson
2nd place – Spencer Hale
3rd place – Sami Nesbitt

12th grade:
1st place – Ty Thomas
2nd place – Jesi Garrett
3rd place – Forrest Bankston

Steyer Reading Fair

Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:02+00:00September 2nd, 2015|News and Events|0 Comments

Alabama Girls and Boys State

Emily Kyser and Forest Bankston represented Macon East Academy this summer at Alabama Girls and Boys State. Sponsored by the American Legion, Girls and Boys State is one of the highest honors granted to Alabama high school students. Students from across the state are chosen based on their demonstration of leadership, hard work, strong morals, and motivation in school and community activities. Delegates have the opportunity to develop a deep understanding of the workings of government, to strive for and assume leadership roles, and to realize that their action can make a difference in their community. Throughout the week at the University of Alabama, Emily and Forest got to experience the processes of state government by performing the duties of office holders, participating in mock government, and meeting many state leaders and elected officials. Forest was elected to the State Board of Education and enjoyed the election process and debates with other delegates. Emily served on the Credentials Committee and said the most touching part of the week was the retiring of the flag ceremony.

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Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:02+00:00September 2nd, 2015|News and Events|0 Comments

Macon East Hosts Volleyball Tournament

Four time defending state champions, the Macon East volleyball team hosted the 4th annual AISA Elite 8 preseason tournament. The Saturday tournament was a day full of great volleyball giving the players and coaches’ insight into the 2015 season. The AISA competition will be strong this season as the Lady Knights strive for a 5th state title in as many years. The eight teams participated in pool play early in the day followed by tournament games. Four teams (Bessemer Academy, Cornerstone Christian School, Kingwood Christian Academy, and Macon East Academy) entered the semifinal round. In the final game of the tournament, Macon East defeated Bessemer 2-0. The day was also full of fun as each team represented different female Superheroes enjoying minute to win it style games, a photo booth, raffle drawings, and lots of crowd involvement. The Lady Knights remain undefeated in the regular season.

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Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:02+00:00September 1st, 2015|News and Events, Volleyball|0 Comments

Mathematics Tutoring

MEA offers tutoring opportunities for students enrolled in all mathematics courses currently taught at the school. Contact Mrs. Donaldson in Room 204 for a complete schedule of available times.

Macon East Academy2016-04-05T19:22:12+00:00August 30th, 2015|News and Events|0 Comments

Kennedy Commits to Florida International

Macon East Softball Player Signs with FIU

Deven Kennedy, Macon East center fielder and pitcher, has committed to play softball at Florida International University in Miami. Having played under Coach Glynn Lott on the Lady Knights varsity team since seventh grade, Deven helped lead Macon East to four state titles in the last four years. Over the past two years, Deven has traveled the U.S. with the New Jersey Intensity softball organization and was recruited by numerous colleges and universities throughout the country. The FIU Panthers ended their 2015 season with a 30-24 record, and Coach Gator Rebhan is looking forward to adding Deven to the team.

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Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:02+00:00August 17th, 2015|News and Events, Softball|0 Comments

Macon East Cheerleaders Excel at UCA Cheer Camp

The Macon East Academy Varsity and JV Cheerleading squads attended the AISA East UCA Cheerleading Camp at Huntingdon College the week of July 6-9. The girls kicked off the week with the Home Pom competition on Monday as a packed gym of parents and students watched. The senior cheerleaders also participated in AISA All-Star tryouts Monday, and all of the Macon East seniors (Carly Boutreis, Hannah Davis, and Paxton Searle) were selected as AISA East All-Stars. These girls make up a squad of 24 seniors who will cheer at the AISA All-Star football and basketball games. Throughout the week the girls learned a number of cheers and chants as well as a hip hop dance and the Xtreme routine. Squads also received instruction from the UCA staff on stunts, jumps, and conditioning. Four Macon East cheerleaders participated in Tuesday night’s jump off competition. Annslie Gourlay and Caitlin Martin represented the JV, while Rai Pritchett and Paxton Searle participated in the Varsity division. Rai Pritchett was crowned the camp Jump-Off Champion among the varsity cheerleaders. Thirteen MEA cheerleaders competed in Wednesday’s All-American tryouts. A UCA All-American has the opportunity to participate in the Disney Thanksgiving Day Parade (JV) or the London New Year’s Day Parade (Varsity). Annslie Gourlay, Emily Claire Lott, Caitlin Martin, and Taylor Anne Surles received medals as JV All-Americans, and Rai Pritchett and Paxton Searle were selected as Varsity All-Americans. Paxton Searle and Taylor Anne Surles were both Pin it Forward recipients. This pin is given to cheerleaders who demonstrate leadership and character to their cheer teams and other camp participants. During Thursday’s final evaluation, both squads performed the Xtreme routine incorporating stunts and tumbling, as well as a cheer, chant and sideline dance in the Game Day competition. The Varsity squad received 1st place trophies for the Xtreme routine, the game day cheer, and overall game day. They were honored to be named Camp Champs in the small squad division. The JV squad received a 1st place trophy for the Xtreme routine and 2nd place for home pom. Overall the cheerleaders had a great week receiving numerous blue superior ribbons and a spirit stick each night from the UCA staff. Special thanks to the MEA cheer coaches, Kathy Loomis and Erica Hammonds, for their hard work and dedication throughout the summer practices and camp.

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Macon East Academy2017-03-07T20:53:03+00:00July 28th, 2015|Cheerleading, News and Events|0 Comments