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National Honor Society inducts 17 new members

August 30, 2016/in Academics /by Staff

The National Honor Society held its annual induction ceremony at 7pm in the chapel. Seventeen students took the pledge and signed their name in the book of record. Dr. Peter Kroll was the guest speaker. After the ceremony there was a reception. Here are the new members: Donovan Allen, Camden Armstrong, Marlana Bell, Dawysn Bemis, Jordan R Brown, Samantha Canas, Michael Downs, Osiris Garcia, Kristina Huskey, James Jackson II, Parker Luellen, Breana Moore; Hadassah Pegues, Ian Petersen, Andrew Ware, Jewels Waterhouse and Jack Wheeler.

Madison Academy celebrates Class of 2016 accomplishments

May 24, 2016/in Academics, Announcement /by Staff

Madison Academy celebrated the Seniors in the Class of 2016 during graduation weekend May 19-21. The first event of the weekend was Class Night in the gymnasium. The Class president–Donny Underwood gave an address and Mrs. Kris Fuentes presented the Valedictorian medallion to Corrina Burks and the Salutatorian medallion to Nathan Johnson. The class presented their gifts to the school: a microwave for the lunch room and a mascot costume. Then each Senior thanked their parents and other family members with a tribute and flowers.

Consecration was at the Madison Campus Church at 7:30pm. Mr. Michael Lund, a student teacher this year from Southern Adventist University, was asked to speak. After his address the seniors took candles to the Juniors and symbolically passed the torch. The next day, Seniors were recognized in their home churches for their accomplishments.

Graduation was the highlight of the weekend. Corrina Burks gave the Valedictorian’s address. Jorge Valdespino’s family and friends sang special music. Before the diplomas were handed out scholarships and awards were given to the class totaling more than $750,000.00. The class invited former MA English teacher, Mrs. Pam Gatling, to give the commencement address. She handed out flashing bicycles to each Senior as a part of her presentation.

After the diplomas were handed out the Class of 2017 was introduced

Art class displays work at Acros Homeshow

May 17, 2016/in Academics, Acros, Art, Fine Arts /by Staff

The art students of Mrs. Estella displayed their projects that they created in class throughout the school year. There were paintings, drawings and craft making. Avery Kroll won best of show.

The Acros performed their final show of the school year in the Madison Academy gymnasium to a large crowd of parents, alumni and community members. The theme was set in a fictional high school. The performance included tumbling and acrobatic routines. The finale demonstrated the skills of each member.

To see some video of the event look for our facebook page.

Drama has homeshow

May 17, 2016/in Academics, Drama, Fine Arts /by Staff

The culmination of a years worth of practice, performances and tours unfolded Friday night, May 13 at the Madison Academy chapel as the drama team and several Madison Campus Elementary students performed 2-5 minute skits. The first set of skits were titled: Just the way you are; Break the cycle; Sticks and stones. Mr. DJ McKenzie highlighted the ideas presented in each presentation.

The MCE students did skits titled Hope (with music and video in the background) and Who do you say I am? After each sketch, Mr. DJ McKenzie reviewed the ideas that were presented.

The next set was titled Marriage counseling; Selfie-ish; and Perspective. The last skit portrayed human experiences as colors that when given to God provide worthwhile and exciting portraits as described by Mr. DJ McKenzie.

The last set included the titles: Chains (with music); No big deal (with a picture on the backdrop) and Flawless (with music). At the end of the performance, the seniors in the drama group gave Mr. McKenzie a gift and showed appreciation for all his work with them.

To see pictures go to our facebook page.

Classes elect officers for 2016-17

May 11, 2016/in Academics, Announcement, Community /by Staff

Today during assembly the classes chose officers for next year. Since the seniors are graduating their class meeting was finalizing details of the weekend.

	Seniors	Juniors	Sophomores	Freshmen
Class of:	2017	2018	2019	2020
President	Avery Kroll	Jordan R. Brown	Marlana Bell
Pastor	Osy Garcia	Cody Tishaw	Julianne Plank
Activities Coordinator	Jackson Wood	Alayna Hunt	Kirsten Levinskas
Finance Officer	Morgan Currie	Cy Durias	Breanna Moore
Communications Coordinator	Rachel Hudgens	Kiara Sierra	Rosie Benoit

Student government election results announced

May 6, 2016/in Academics, Community, Student Association /by Staff

Elections were held for student government positions today. Each class was asked to come to the library and go to one of four ballot boxes to vote. The results were announced over the intercom just before the end of the school day. The 2016-2017 Student Council officers are: Servant Leader/President – Symone Steward, Campus Ministries Coordinator – Christina Mercado, Service Coordinator – Jake Johnson, Communications Coordinator – Holly Hardin, Finance Officer – Donovan Allen, Activities Coordinator – Sara Adalla. Elections for class offices are scheduled for next week.

Drama team announces Homeshow

April 27, 2016/in Academics, Community /by Dj McKenzie

Junior US History students share Decades work

April 27, 2016/in Academics /by Staff

The juniors in Mr. Jamieson’s United States History class shared their decades project with other classes during assembly and with the 7th and 8th grades from Madison Campus Elementary school. Teams of students studied the decades from 1900-2010 and prepared to share their learning with others. Tables were set up and the teams decorated and displayed poster boards with significant people and events they thought were important.

SAU professors meet with students about college and careers

March 28, 2016/in Academics /by Staff

Two vans loaded with professors from Southern Adventist University met with Seniors in the chapel today. For the undecided it was an opportunity to talk with college personnel and get information about options for life after high school. For students considering one or two career paths it was an opportunity for ask focused questions about SAU and their degree options. For students that are committed to attending SAU in the fall or Smart Start it was a chance to finalize details about classwork and campus life.

Choir and Drama tour during Spring Break

March 4, 2016/in Academics, Drama, Fine Arts, Music /by Staff

On Sunday, March 6th, the choir under the direction of Mr. Waldemar Wensell, and several adult sponsors are traveling to Rome, Italy to perform, and sight see. The choir members and parents raised funds all year long by organizing bake sales, serving school lunch and working with local businesses like Panera Bread and Baskin and Robbins Ice Cream to donate a portion of the cash receipts to this trip. The choir will perform four times during the week at Seventh-day Adventist Churches in the area. When the choir is not singing, they will tour with Mr. Kevin Ramkissoon, our history teacher, as they explore the Colosseum and Roman Forum, the Vatican Museums (Sistine Chapel), Trevi Fountains and other sites.

Leaving Tuesday morning is the Drama team, lead by Mr. DJ McKenzie to the Washington, DC area. The team will give performances for students at Spencerville Adventist Academy and Takoma Adventist Academy as well as providing the worship service at Beltsville SDA Church. Team members and sponsors will have time to sight-see in the nation’s capital and enjoy the Smithsonian museums and other attractions.

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