·         Develop and appreciate a healthy body and mind.

·       Develop positive self-image and realize self-worth.

·         Develop and use their physical and mental abilities to compete successfully.

·         Develop leadership qualities.

·         Understand the need for cooperative effort to attain common goals

·         Make responsible decisions in stressful situations while functioning within the framework of a set of rules.

·         Accept direction and instruction.

·         Accept others on their merits and interact with them on that basis.

·         Assume responsibility for their role in determining the outcome of an activity.

The MCAA is controlled by and operated under a Constitution and By-laws using the democratic process to elect its officers and commissioners.  The officers of the MCAA are President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary.  The Commissioners (also know as the Board of Directors) represent the following areas: Football, Dance Team, Cheerleading, Equipment, Field, Concession Stand, Programs and Special Events.