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Twenty five Jackson Academy seniors received scholarship recognition in April during an event recognizing students who will attend The University of Mississippi in the fall. Associate Director of Admissions for Mississippi Recruitment Megan Thomas presented scholarships, including the university’s most prestigious award, the Robert M. Carrier Scholarship, awarded to Willis Thigpen.
The University of Mississippi announced at Jackson Academy on Thursday that senior Willis Thigpen is a recipient of the Robert M. Carrier Scholarship. The award is considered the most prestigious offered by the university, according to Jackson Academy College Counselor Amy Bush. The Carrier Scholarship awards $40,000 over four years of attendance.
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.
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.
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.
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.
In a world of constant change, dedication and consistency are inspiring. Jackson Academy has a tradition of recognizing employee commitment by celebrating service in five-year increments. Those reaching these milestones have the opportunity to direct a financial contribution from JA towards a cause they care about, enriching the school and its community. Employees with 25 years or more receive a plaque and recognition, honoring their legacy.
The March issue of Mississippi Christian Living magazine features 30 students who were named as a Christian Leaders of the Future for 2025. Jackson Academy’s Aniyah Brown and Law Stanley are among the students featured.