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MPCS sends our e-newsletter, the "Weekly Word" every Wednesday to all families and subscribers. Please read this primary communication source for school information and upcoming events each week to stay in the know!
Additionally, each division sends a monthly e-newsletter with the latest news and schedule updates specific to those grade-levels. The Head of School Memo is sent bi-monthly and arts, athletics, and Christian life e-newsletters are sent bi/tri-annually. And, be sure to read important email messages coming directly from teachers!
If you missed a "Weekly Word" announcement, you can always find stories on the NEWS tab on the left edge of the MPCS website, on the "Word This Week" Instagram highlight, or search the posts below.
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MPCS makes it a priority to thoroughly communicate with families often! The primary method of sharing news and events is through the "Weekly Word "Wednesday e-newsletter, teacher emails, and occasional e-blasts or text messages. The MPCS website / Eagle Family Portal is your primary source of information.
WELCOME MPCS FAMILY to another exciting school year! The first day of school is Thursday, August 7. Please note that Pre-K3 will begin on Friday, August 8. Mark your calendars for the 101 sessions on August 4-5 for new students and parents as well as events for returning students. The Meet-and-Greet for preschool and lower school is on August 5. Read more to find the full schedule of exact dates and times for these Back-2-School events as well as Parent Orientation Nights coming up right after school begins. Check your MPCS Mobile App or the Weekly Word News webpage for other helpful information to get started for the 2025-2026 school year!
It's not too late to sign up for after-school music, theatre, and dance lessons for grades Pre-K3 - grade 12. Sign up opens July 7 for after-school dance and arts training offered to MPCS students and children in the community. Lessons can be coordinated with the after-school care staff to get your child safely to their lesson and back to The Zone.
With school coming to a close, be sure to check the MPCS website when signed into the Eagle Family Portal for the list of summer reading and math packet assignments for PK4/TK, lower, middle, and high school students.
Optional summer strength and agility workouts are available to all MPC athletes in any sport, rising grades 5-12. Take note of the summer schedule for this great opportunity.
This summer, our student missions team will partner with Praying Pelican Missions and a local church in Opole, Poland to teach English in schools, support community outreach, and serve the homeless, all while experiencing Polish culture and sharing the gospel. Please pray for open hearts and lasting impact both in Poland and among our students.
All MPCS families are invited to a special spirit day fat Truist Park. Join us on Sunday, August 10 in your MPC and Braves gear in one of two blocks designated for our school. First pitch vs. the Miami Marlins at 1:35 p.m. Get your tickets now!
Opening again this summer July 7-31, the Eagles Nest Summer Uniform Shop is your one-stop shop for both spirit wear AND school uniforms! Be sure to stop by the Murray Innovation Center in July before the rush to try on the new plaid skorts and pickup new items needed to start the school year. Online ordering will reopen in July as well.
MPCS congratulates the class of 2025 and all of their accomplishments. This group comprises 103 students accepted into 112 of the nation’s finest colleges, and universities. The top colleges chosen by students to attend are KSU, UGA, Auburn, Georgia Tech, Samford, Berry, Georgia College, and Alabama. This class earned more than $12.4 million in scholarship offerings!
Congratulations to our phenomenal student-athletes who signed to take their skills to the next level. During the spring 2025 National Signing Day high school assembly, MPC celebrated 10 players from the MPCS class of 2025 as they signed their collegiate athletic letters of intent. This brings the total to 22 athletes who will continue to compete next year. We are so proud of you all!
Welcome to our One CommUNITY series, where we spotlight those who contribute to the strength and spirit of our community. For May, in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we are honored to feature the family of Diana La, our Assistant Director of Communications.
Did you know that MPCS offers bus transportation options for students? Be sure to check out the current locations. Now is the time to register for your bus route using the form on the bus transportation page to sign up.
The Eighth-Grade Blessing Ceremony is a special MPCS tradition as these servant-leaders "graduate" from middle school. Please mark your calendars for this milestone event and celebration. Be sure to fill out the required form in preparation. We are excited to welcome the class of 2029 into high school!
MPC athletics offers boys and girls in grades 3 and 4 the opportunity to join the developmental MPC Rookie Tackle league and MPC cheer team. The season starts when school begins. Please take note of the signup date.
Dates for fall sports tryouts have been posted. Please take note of acclimation and starts dates which begin before the first day of school. Contact your sport's coach for any questions.
The MPCS Uniform Consignment Sale May 18-19 is a great opportunity to sell your used uniforms and shop for new ones at a deep discount! All familes are welcome to shop Sunday, May 18, 5:00-6:30 p.m. and Monday, May 19, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Rising seniors, make sure to schedule your required senior portrait with TCPICS by August 8. You will need to contact TCPICS to schedule your portrait date.
We are thrilled to announce that Jasmine Bell has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious National Junior Honor Society Outstanding Achievement Award! This national recognition celebrates her leadership, service, and academic excellence. Way to go, Jasmine!
Congratulations to the class of 2025 seniors who have fulfilled the requirements for certificate recognition for the Dozier School of the Arts magnet program. These students will be awarded the DSA Artist distinction at graduation.
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