Upper School News

Student Ambassadors Selected from the Class of 2025

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Jackson Academy Student Ambassadors serve as leaders and role models in all aspects of campus whether it’s helping with events, assisting with campus tours, welcoming new students, or networking with current and prospective families. Students selected as ambassadors possess strong leadership skills and have knowledge of JA history, academic programs, and extracurriculars. Through their volunteer service, they obtain community service hours. Rising juniors are eligible to apply in the spring of their sophomore year on the basis of academic performance, nominations by faculty and staff, and personal interviews. The Student Ambassador program is coordinated by the Office of Admission.

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College Fair Connects Students with Opportunities

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JA sponsors an annual College Fair where students meet face-to-face with more than 60 Admission officers and alumni representing colleges and universities throughout the country. Today, seniors through sophomores attended the College Fair by grade, speaking with representatives about the admission process, entrance requirements, majors, activities, and student life.

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Students Excel in AP Scholar Program

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Jackson Academy offers a robust Advanced Placement program with 11 classes. Students who seek greater academic challenge and the potential for college credit while in high school can select AP coursework beginning in the tenth grade. AP is administered by the College Board.

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Club Fair Garners Signatures for Campus Groups

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The Gallery of the Performing Arts Center was abuzz Monday with students signing up for roles in their areas of interest. The annual Club Fair is a way for students to learn about organizations they want to join – whether it is Fellowship of Christian Athletes or Chess Club, Interact Club or Outdoor Recreation Club. Each club had a booth with members of the club telling students about the club’s purpose and activities.

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Interact Club Helps Seniors Connect with We Will Go Ministries

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On Saturday, August 10, 38 JA seniors served at We Will Go Ministries Food Pantry during Senior Service Day. Head of Upper School Kyle Nichols and his two-year old son, and faculty members Theresa Berman, Gloria Hirn, and Susan Ingram and several senior parents joined in serving food to 100 neighbors in need in downtown Jackson. 

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A Memorable ‘Last First Day’ for the Senior Class

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As the sun rose on the first day of school, excitement filled the air at Jackson Academy. The senior class marked its “Last First Day” with a special parade from Raider Park to the senior parking lot. Wearing their distinctive senior shirts, the seniors celebrated this milestone moment with socialization and photos to capture this memory.

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2024 Graduates: ‘Your Purpose is the Very Heart of Who You Are’

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During the 2023-2024 graduation ceremony, the ideas of “turning challenges into benefits” and “succeeding in what matters” resonated deeply. For the first time, Jackson Academy honored co-valedictorians, Mallory Brooks and Gautam Ray, who achieved equivalent grade point averages. Mallory and Gautam delivered inspiring speeches, encouraging their peers to pursue meaningful and purposeful lives.

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2023-2024 Years of Service Awards

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Jackson Academy has a tradition of honoring the dedication and loyalty of its employees by acknowledging their years of service. Recognizing milestones in increments of five years, employees are given the chance to designate a contribution from JA to a cause meaningful to them in support of the school. Those who have served for 25 years or more are honored with a plaque and special recognition.

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