Lady Raiders Soccer Brings State Championship Back
Congratulations to the Lady Raider Soccer Team for winning the team’s second title in the last three years. They beat Jackson Prep 2-1 in the MAIS DI State Championship.
Middle School Students Are Large Part of ‘Peter Pan’ Cast
Alongside Upper School students portraying characters such as Peter, Wendy, and Captain Hook, 18 Jackson Academy Middle School students have roles in the upcoming production “Peter Pan: A Musical Adventure.” The musical is October 21-23 in the JA Performing Arts Center.
First-Ever Buddy Run
One campus yields significant results for mentorships among grades. Our cross country team serves as role models for JA’s Running Club members. Students ran together at The Brickyard while chatting about running, school, and more.
Spirit Teams Bring Home State Championships
Earning four state championship titles, four state runner-up awards, and other notable recognition created excitement for JA Raiders Wednesday at the MAIS Spirit Competition. The event was held at the Mississippi Coliseum.
Aniya Bradley Recognized for Academic Achievement
Jackson Academy junior Aniya Bradley earned academic honors from the College Board National Recognition Programs. These programs showcase students’ strong academic performance and celebrate their hard work in high school.
Shadowing is Fun and Eye-Opening
On Friday evening, after the band rehearsed for the 2023 Arlington Open Invitational in Tennessee, an unconventional send-off took place. Parents of the 10 senior band students were invited to join the band on Raider Field.
Homecoming Court To Be Honored October 6
Congratulations to the following members of the 2023 Jackson Academy Homecoming Court.
2024 National Merit Semifinalists
The National Merit Scholarship Program recognized Jackson Academy seniors Richard “Red” Deaton, Noah Pressler, Gautam Ray, and Titus Taylor as semifinalists on September 13.
FCA Speaker Talks to Students About Their Identity in Christ
Eleventh grader Thomas Blanks shared wisdom with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes this week. “When someone asks, ‘Who are you?’, What do you think about?” he asked. “Do you identify with the sports you play? Your grades? Your accomplishments?”
JA Mascot and Cheerleaders Receive Accolades
For more than ten years, Jackson Academy seniors have mentored kindergarteners through JA’s signature buddy program, Alpha and Omega. The Class of 2024 met the Class of 2036 at the amphitheater for the first in a series of activities: sock day!