FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Magic City Acceptance Academy a specific identity school?

No. Admittance into MCAA follows the rules and standards of the Alabama Public Charter School Commission.

How much funding does MCAA have to get started?

MCAA has $2 Million in start-up funding thanks to several grants from local foundations and access to an additional line of credit. 

Does MCAA have a building?

MCAA has located a building in Homewood, AL. We have secured an MOU with the developer and a long-term lease will be signed now that MCAA has secured their charter. 

Who is the principal of MCAA?

Dr. Mike Wilson is the founding principal of MCAA. He is a long time educator and has been awarded principal of the year from his work at Glen Iris Elementary. 

What is the recruitment/acceptance process for students?

• To select students we will hold a lottery application with a waiting list that will be open Jan. 31st - March 10th.(EDIT: Student applications are still being actively accepted. Please use this link to apply even after March 10.) Please apply here: bit.ly/MCAA-Apply

• Admittance into MCAA follow the rules and standards of the Alabama Public Charter School Commission