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Athletic Director Brandt Walker announced Thursday that Coach Henry Gantz is Jackson Academy’s new head coach and girls basketball program director. Coach Gantz brings a wealth of experience and a passion for developing student-athletes, both on and off the court.
Jackson Academy ninth grader Victoria Morgan has owned and ridden horses since kindergarten, so when she got the opportunity to rescue two wild ponies, she didn’t hesitate. Her years of caring for horses–and prior training with the Mississippi Horse Rescue Center–helped her with that quick decision.
Faculty and members of the Jackson Academy family met in the Performing Arts Center to celebrate the retirement of Head School Palmer Kennedy on Wednesday. Current and former representatives from the Board of Trustees and the JAA shared personal stories about Kennedy’s influential guidance at JA. Among the stories told were examples of his ability to handle various situations in schools and how he brings his faith to every challenge.
Jackson Academy’s show-stopping show choir groups rocked the stage with incredible performances last week on the Performing Arts Center stage. The two-time Grand Champion Middle School group, Showtime, opened the show with an eye-catching production, while Upper School Encore blew the crowd away with an incredible closer. To celebrate the completion of an award-winning season, these groups performed for an audience of students, faculty, and family members. The show choir program ended its competition season at the Brandon ELITE Show Choir competition located at the Brandon Amphitheater on March 29.
JA Preschool Moms enjoyed a morning filled with fun, laughter, and connection at the first Growing in Grace moms’ event in the Performing Arts Center. Nicolet Bell, JA mom and author of the podcast and book “Choosing Cheer, Experiencing the JOY of Jesus in the Everyday and Unimaginable,” inspired moms to seek joy in all circumstances.
Jackson Academy is pleased to announce the third quarter Honor Roll and Academy Honor Roll for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Twelve Jackson Academy students crossed the Performing Arts Center stage today to receive the Cum Laude Society pin, indicating superior academic achievement. They joined previous student and faculty Cum Laude inductees of JA’s chapter, one of only four Cum Laude charters granted in Mississippi.
Jackson Academy Summer Camps have something for everyone, from rising sports or stage stars to future artists, scientists, and chefs. With more than 50 camps to choose from, there is fun to be had by ALL AGES! Camps are for RISING grades, so make sure to select the grade level appropriate for the 2025-2026 school year. JA Summer Camps are open to JA and non-JA students. Lunch Club is also available for campers attending both a morning and an afternoon camp.
Students in Jackson Academy’s senior class served in five locations throughout the community Thursday for Senior Service Day. Seniors volunteered at the Mississippi Food Network, We Will Go, Stewpot Clothing Closet, Madcaap Clothing Closet in Madison, and the JA Preschool.
Mississippi State University awarded JA senior Ella Boykin with the selective METP (Mississippi Excellence in Teaching) scholarship. This highly competitive scholarship requires applicants to complete an essay, receive teacher recommendations, and participate in an on-campus interview.