The Grinch Spotted on Campus
The first grade had its annual Grinch Day Monday. The young students, dressed in their best Grinch and Christmas outfits,. started the day off with coloring and writing on a heart “What is love to you?”
Christmas Provides Examples of a Life of Service
At Christmas, thoughts turn to others in the spirit of giving. Jackson Academy seeks to foster this spirit of caring for others year-round. The school provides ample opportunities for students to participate in service.
Jackson Academy Breaks Ground on Middle School Expansion
This morning Jackson Academy trustees, faculty, staff, and students gathered for a celebration. The groundbreaking for expanding the Middle School is part of JA’s multi-phase facilities master plan that launched in August 2022 with infrastructure improvements.
JAA Annual Preschool Christmas Open House
A Candyland fantasy greeted excited preschool-age students Thursday evening at Jackson Academy. More than 250 current and prospective families gathered at the Administration parking lot to enter the school, recreated into a wonderland of festive stations offering sweet treats, holiday character greetings, and fun activities.
An Alpha and Omega Christmas Celebration
Alpha and Omega buddies, dressed in their holiday pajamas, chatted about their Christmas break plans over milk and cookies. After their sweet treats, buddies moved into the PAC to watch “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.”
Lady Raider Signs With Holmes Community College
Addi Roberts signed to continue her soccer journey at Holmes Community College. Addi is the daughter of Stacy and James Roberts. She has been a member of the Jackson Academy soccer team for six years and a varsity starter for the last four years. Addi is also involved in the track and field team, throwing shot put and discus. This year Addi won a state championship in shot put.
SOAR Director Encourages Childlike Faith
SOAR Director Dean Arnold spoke to this morning’s Upper and Middle School Chapel about childlike faith. Arnold referred to Matthew 18:1-4, “Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.”
Quiz Bowl Returns with Moxie
Quiz Bowl is back at JA! On November 15, the team had a great opening competition at Mississippi College, defeating their opponent 305-175.
Student Gains Real-World Experience as Replay Operator for SEC Network
Jackson Academy senior Samuel Long answered an opportunity from SEC Network. Saturday, November 19, was a busy day for Samuel. The Raider Network team member had worked five MAIS Championship games the two nights before. With Mississippi State University having an 11 a.m. kickoff for Saturday’s football game, Samuel started his day at 4:30 a.m. to make a 7 a.m. crew call in Starkville.
Accents and Cheerleaders Perform in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Audiences surrounding west of Central Park streets to all of the viewers tuned in to NBC Thursday morning, were able to see several JA Accents and varsity cheerleaders perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.