Meet the Secondary Admin and Advising Team:

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What time does school start and end and when are classes, chapel, and lunch?

School starts at 8:15 am and ends at 3:15 pm for all students in grades 6-12. On Wednesdays, the end time is 2:15 pm.

Our bell schedule has changed from last year. You can find a copy of the 2026-2027 Bell Schedule here.

Please note, our first day of school is a half day (see the 12:15 release bell schedule here). Lunch will not be provided for students on our first day.

How do I drop off my student in the morning and pick them up in the afternoon?

In the morning, enter campus from Donnelly St. near the gym or the public library on Jackson Ave. and turn down the middle of campus on McDonald St. In the afternoon, enter campus from Donnelly St. by the public library on Jackson Ave. and turn down the middle of campus on McDonald St.

Teachers will be in the drop-off line to direct you. The only drop off zone is between the crosswalk near the student center and the crosswalk near the media center. Students should not be dropped/picked up at the gym or any other areas on campus.

Here are some things that can help us all in car line:

- - Please drop off and load up quickly at the car pick-up line. If possible, please do not allow your student to get things out of or put things into your trunk. This can be a potential safety issue when students are standing between cars.
  - Pull up as far as you can so that we can fit as many cars as possible in the designated drop off/pick up area. During afternoon pick up, in order to maintain the flow of the line, if you are in the pick-up area and your student is delayed, you may be asked to pull up to the grass parking lot located at the top left side of the pick-up line.
  - Please do not switch drivers in the car line. Have your students practice their driving skills once you have left campus.

To ensure the safety of all, please stay alert at all times and off cell phones and other electronic devices.

26-27 drop off pick up map.pdf

Where do students park who drive their own vehicle?

You must park in your designated spot up at the gym. In order to get a parking pass, students will need to complete a form found in the secondary office and pay $20 by cash or check. The form and payment can be turned in at the secondary office. A parking station will also be available at the Back to School Bash to purchase a pass.

Where do I go first on Monday, August 10th to start the school day?

Report directly to your first period classroom. If you do not know where your classroom is, or what class you have first period, please stop by the secondary office for help.

Where do I get a copy of my schedule?

Paper schedules will be passed out to new students at the New Family Pizza Party and to all other students at the Back to School Bash. You can find a digital copy of your schedule in the FACTS Family Portal. See these instructions to access your schedule.

What if I need to make a schedule change?

High school students have until Friday, August 14th to make updates to their schedules. Please fill out this form to request a schedule change.

NOTE: Requests are not guaranteed. There are many factors that go into changing your schedule such as availability during the period you need the class, course capacity, graduation requirements, etc.

For 6th Grade Students: All 6th grade students had a choice between 4 "wheel" elective classes over the course of the school year or a full year of band. If you had not already made your elective choice and want to take band, please fill out the band form here.

For 7th & 8th Grade Students: We are unable to accommodate schedule requests due to our 7th and 8th grade elective courses being full. We did our best to place you in your elective based on the original requests you made last spring and any comments you submitted on the schedule feedback form over the summer.

What is the NEWS2026 class listed on my schedule?

NEWS2026 is how we roster our 6-12 Bulldog News & Academic Advising course in Canvas. This is not an actual course that students get a grade for. This Canvas course houses information for students and parents to access, such as links to the handbook, bell schedule, etc.

How do I access my Canvas account?

For Students: Our Canvas web address is unique to our school and located at mdca.instructure.com. Please do not go to canvas.com, etc. You will log in with your school email address. If you cannot remember your email address or password, please contact Sara.Hill@mdcacademy.org and she can reset it.

For Parents: Please see these instructions for how to create a parent/guardian Canvas account. You can also visit our student/parent Canvas orientation course at mdca.instructure.com/courses/869 (this is a public course open to anyone, even if you don't have a Canvas account yet).

Need Additional Help? Please fill out a Canvas Help ticket here.

How do I log into my email, Canvas, and Chromebook?

All returning 6th-12th grade students will use the same password as last year. If you forgot your password, please email Sara.Hill@mdcacademy.org and she will help you.

All new students received a separate email with your password. This was sent to your parent/guardian's email. Please reach out to Sara.Hill@mdcacademy.org if you did not receive this or if you need help.

When will I get my MDCA Chromebook?

Chromebooks will be distributed at the New Family Pizza Party for new students and the Back to School Bash for returning students. If you are unable to pick your Chromebook up on this day, you can get it on the first day of school in the secondary office.

Can I bring my own Chromebook or laptop to use at school?

No, all students will be required to use the Chromebook issued by MDCA during the school day. During the year if you have an issue with your device, loaner Chromebooks will be available in the secondary office for students to borrow.

Where is the school supplies list?

If a teacher has specific supplies for you to get, they will email you by Tuesday, August 4th. Otherwise, we recommend having whatever general school supplies will help you be successful (such as pens, pencils, a highlighter, paper, dry erase markers, and binders/folders).

How do students get their textbooks?

MDCA purchases all textbooks for students and this cost is included with your tuition. There is nothing that parents need to do. Teachers will help their students access all digital textbooks during the first week of school and will hand out any physical textbooks.

How do I get a locker?

Lockers are assigned by request. If you would like a locker, you can stop by the secondary office during the Back to School Bash or once school starts.

When will I get my student ID card?

All students will take their ID pictures in the first week of school. We plan to hand out ID cards during the second week of school.

What do I wear for PE, HOPE, or Strength and Athletic Performance class?

PE uniforms will be available for purchase at the Back to School Bash with cash or check. Shirts are $10 and shorts are $15. Don't worry about dressing out on day 1 for PE classes. You can also purchase uniforms throughout the year directly from your PE teacher. Talk to your PE teacher if you have questions.

Middle School: Middle school PE students are required to wear an official MDCA PE uniform.

High School: High school students may either wear the official MDCA PE uniform or generic athletic apparel. Athletic pants or shorts should be worn. Shorts must reach to at least the mid-point of the thigh. Tights, yoga pants, or form-fitting pants/shorts are not permitted. More details about the Strength and Athletic Performance dress requirements can be found in the handbook.

How do I connect to wifi on the first day of school?

You will get your wifi credentials when you receive your Chromebook. Returning students - your wifi credentials did not change from last year. Here are the instructions to log in once you are at school.

How do I report an absence?

Please email attendance@mdcacademy.org when your student misses school. If possible, attach a doctor's note to that email, otherwise you can bring in a printed doctor's note to the secondary office.

What if I am having issues getting my uniform pieces from DG Promotions prior to the first day of school or if I have other uniform questions?

If you are having uniform ordering/delivery issues or have other questions, please contact Michele.Baker@mdcacademy.org.

Where can I find the Student & Parent Handbook and other important information?

You can view the handbook at this link. You can always find our handbook and other important information, such as the Course Catalog, bell schedule, etc. on the Bulldog News Canvas & Academic Advising Canvas course located at https://mdca.instructure.com/courses/3061