MCA School News written by the Newspaper Class.

The Mane Edition
MCA School News written by the Newspaper Class.

The Mane Edition
MCA School News written by the Newspaper Class.

The Mane Edition
Tara Ackmann

Tara Ackmann, Newspaper Advisor & Teacher

Tara joined MCA in 2011 as our JH Texas History and PE teacher as well as a Volleyball & Softball Coach. Previously, she was the assistant Athletic Director, Volleyball and Softball Coach and PE teacher at First Baptist Academy. In 2012, she began teaching journalism classes and is the National Honor Society sponsor. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Communications with a minor in English from Texas Woman’s University.  Tara’s favorite scripture verse is:

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” – Philippians 4:13

All content by Tara Ackmann
Varsity soccer takes a picture after winning against Dallas Christian.

[Photo] Lady Mustangs Soccer Wins Against Dallas Christian For The District Title

Abby Lowe, staff writer
February 21, 2025
Senior Casey Gerardis puts pressure on the opposing team.

[Photo] Varsity Girls Soccer Beats Lakehill

Tatum Barnard, staff writer
January 22, 2025
Lady Mustangs come together before the game to pray.

[Photo] Varsity Volleyball Falls Short in 5 Sets

Abby Lowe, staff writer
November 11, 2024
The newly renovated weightroom will benefit all programs.

Bietsch Performance Center is Now Open

Tara Ackmann, Newspaper Adviser
October 5, 2024
Varsity volleyball goes to Universal Studios for the day.

[Photo] Lady Mustangs Volleyball Place Third in Florida

Abby Lowe, staff writer
September 3, 2024
The Dominican Republic group stops to take a picture at cultural day in the downtown Santo Domingo.

[Photo] Dominican Republic

Genevieve Breton, guest writer
March 27, 2024
Senior Noah Wheeler looks to pass to junior John Clark

[Photo] McKinney Christian Basketball Looses Winning Streak to Prince Of Peace

Landry Draper, Business Editor
February 6, 2024
Sixth grader Jacob Doss moves the ball up field.

[Photo] Mustangs MS Soccer Fall to Dallas Covenant

Nicholas Catullo, staff writer
January 11, 2024
The MCA volleyball team poses for a picture in their best dress during free time.

[Photo] Volleyball Tournament in San Marcos, Texas

Allie stephenson, staff writer
August 22, 2023
MCA Broadcasting team takes a picture on set.

[Photo] MCA Students Take a Look Behind the Scenes at TBN Networks

Audrey Wedemeyer, staff writer
April 11, 2023
All Mca students competing in the Dallas Cup pose for a photo.

[Photo] The Dallas International Cup

Tyler Swearingen, staff writer
April 16, 2022
Sixth grader Harper Johnson pitches the ball to the opposing team.

[Photo] Middle School Softball Tie Against Trinity Christian

Reed Lannom, staff writer
March 17, 2022
The Upper School broadcast class with Yves Muya.

[Photo] Special Guest Speaker from the Mandalorian Visits Broadcast Class

Paxton Crews, staff writer
February 1, 2021
Eighth grader, Casey Gerardis dribbles the ball up the court.

[Photo] Middle School Girls Basketball Opens Their Season

Blake McGraw, staff writer
December 9, 2020
Varsity runners, senior Peter Michael Clark and freshman David Roller, fight for second and third place.

[Photo] Cross Country Dominates at the TAPPS 5A District Meet

Abby Thomas, staff writer
October 28, 2020
The team poses for a picture after receiving their uniforms and breakfast.

[Photo] Jogging for Jerseys

Korey Vita, staff writer
August 27, 2020

[Video] Blue Angels Tribute

Victoria Boyd, Staff Writer
May 14, 2020
A picture from Kadence Ackmann's drive by birthday parade.

[Photo] Birthdays via Quarantine

Samantha Youngblood, staff writer
May 12, 2020
Headmasters and Honor Roll Awards

[Photo] 2019-2020 Upper School Headmaster and Honor Roll Awards

Samantha Youngblood, staff writer
May 5, 2020
Senior Julie Clow setting up the offense.

[Photo] Lady Mustang District Championship

Hudson Cross, staff writer
February 13, 2020
Junior Hayden Faulkner is this weeks Athlete of the Week for his performance against Dallas Christian.

[Photo] Athlete of the Week: Hayden Faulkner

Annie Weichel, staff writer
November 6, 2019
Freshman Player of the Week Daniella Morales

[Photo] Athlete of the Week: Daniela Morales

Annie Weichel, staff writer
October 8, 2019
The junior class poses outside of Six Flags Over Texas for a group photo.

[Photo] Physics Six Flags Trip

Sam Harrell, sports editor
May 14, 2019
All ot the NHS members, new and old, get together for a big group picture after the induction ceremony.

[Photo] NHS Induction 2019

Caleb Bryant, staff writer
May 8, 2019
Freshman, Brooke Thomas, climbs a rope to get to the top of the course.

[Photo] Freshmen Local Missions

Madi Cheatham, Staff Writer
April 8, 2019
The group poses for a picture on Thursday at Mission Arlington with founder Tillie Burgin .

[Photo] Local Missions

Emma Bryant, Entertainment Editor
April 9, 2019
During the fundraiser at Sicily's last night, senior NHS officers Emma Lowes, Juliana Roller, and Josh Wong presented Officer Hamilton's father with the money the MCA students raised.

[Photo] MCA Students Raise over $1600 for Officer Hamilton

Juliana Roller, Editor-in-Chief
February 21, 2019
Guest speaker, talks to the audience about thanking your vets and service men and women.

[Photo] Grandparents and Great Friends Day

Lauren Rose, campus editor
November 29, 2018
Senior Levi Miller and junior Jolie Clow advertise their uniforms in front of the resale shop.

[Photo] Updated Information About the Resale Shop

Kristin Urban, courtesy writer
September 5, 2018
Rhyann Perry

[Photo] Life of an Athletic Trainer

Ava Grace Haggard, staff writer
August 30, 2018
Lil Stangs Fall Registrations

Lil Stangs Fall Registrations

Tara Ackmann, Newspaper Advisor
August 15, 2018
After senior chapel, the students take their final picture in their college shirts in front of the Student Life Center.

[Photo] Class of 2018 Plans

Juliana Roller, Campus Editor
May 23, 2018
Irving Highlands

[Photo] Irving Highlands? More Like Irving BYElands

Marco Cueva, Staff Writer
January 24, 2018
MCA's Nativity float

[Photo] Downtown McKinney Parade of Lights

Averi Blakley, Staff Writer
December 13, 2017
Abigail Dahl and Jake Gerardis

[Photo] All-Region Band Winners

Juliana Roller, Campus Editor
December 13, 2017
jacket

[Photo] Uniform Donations, Lost & Found, and Labeling Reminder

Kristin Urban, guest writer
November 2, 2017
Kadence Ackmann and Tatum Barnard take a picture after their soccer game over the Labor Day weekend.

[Photo] Lower School Soccer Stars

Lauren Rose, Staff writer
September 20, 2017
Heroes dwell among us...

[Photo] Physics Field Trip

Will Harrell, Sports Writer
May 22, 2017
Honor Choir

[Photo] Honor Choir Sings at Allen American Hockey Game

Madison Yates, Staff Writer
January 18, 2017
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