September 27, 2018
It’s Homecoming! Fall has arrived, campus-wide Homecoming decorations are underway, and the Panther even made a guest appearance at the South Entrance this morning.
We can’t wait for you to join us for a full day of activities and athletic events this Saturday, September 29. The day starts bright and early with our 200M Fun Run at 8:30 AM, followed immediately by our 2-Mile race. Join us in the Lansing Center for coffee and breakfast treats at the Concessions stand, hosted by the MPA Spirit Committee. Head into the Lansing Center at 9 AM to hear our 3rd and 4th graders sing the National Anthem to kick off our annual Volleyball tournament. Go back outside and warm up as you race a friend through the obstacle course bouncy house. Make your way over to the tennis courts to cheer on our Panthers as they compete against Cretin Derham Hall and Woodbury! After tennis, go to the big tent and decorate your face, get a tattoo, pick up a t-shirt, claim a frisbee, or sip from a Homecoming cup. Read More
There is still time to join us in thanking the MPA faculty and staff during All School Conferences! During week of October 1, please consider participating in the long-standing MPA tradition of parents and families showing gratitude toward our wonderful staff and faculty. By donating beverages or gift cards, volunteering in the PA Room during the week, and helping staff and plan the evening meals on October 2 and October 4, you are saying “thank you!” in a significant way! 
As our nation, state, and school become more diverse, MPA is committed to equity and inclusion by continually striving to become an even more culturally competent community. Race, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ability, world view, socio-economic class, language, and immigration status all bring a richness to our school community.
Make a difference by donating blood at the annual MPA Blood Drive! Hosted by the Upper School Student Council and the MPA first graders, the blood drive is a tradition that brings the community together for a cause. The drive is Thursday, October 25, from 12-6 PM in the Gallery.
The MPA Athletics Department is excited to announce the installation of a new camera system in the Lansing Sports Center for live streaming of all Upper School home volleyball and basketball games!
Please save the date for an MPA School Safety Roundtable on October 15, 2018, from 6-7:30 PM. This will be an opportunity to learn about how MPA approaches school safety and best practices in the field. You’ll hear from a panel of experts, including members of MPA’s School Safety Taskforce and some of the faculty and staff who recently attended a school security training. Come with questions and leave with a better understanding of this very important topic. Due to a lack of interest, childcare will not be provided at this event.
There is only one more week until Homecoming, and the joy begins at the starting line of the Homecoming Fun Run on Saturday, September 29! The MPA Cross Country team is hosting a 200M run at 8:30 AM. It’s the perfect opportunity for our younger students to participate in the festivities and run with the Panthers! Immediately following the 200M Fun Run, we are hosting a 2-mile race that is open to the entire community. All run participants will receive a limited edition aluminum MPA water bottle, energizing snacks, and plenty of water!
Registration for the 2018-2019 winter sports season is now open! There are so many opportunities to join the Panthers and be a part of a team at MPA!
MPA Talks is an annual, meaningful, and fascinating event that is completely unique to MPA. Featuring presentations by some of our community’s most intriguing members on inspiring and relevant topics, everyone is invited to come, listen, ask questions, and leave with new lengths of knowledge. Held in the fall and in the evening this year, dinner will be provided.
The best part of the MPA experience is our staff and faculty! Let’s thank them!