Grant Allows Teacher to Test Learning Modality
Financial management teacher Bronwyn Burford has been testing a customizable educational platform this school year. The Nearpod platform became possible through a grant.
Three JA Seniors Named Christian Leaders of the Future
In partnership with Belhaven University, Mississippi Christian Living magazine recognizes high school seniors as future Christian leaders. Molly Baldwin, Gracie Drew Pratt, and Olivia Claire Williford will be recognized on March 7 at Belhaven University. Students submitted applications along with a personal statement and essay to qualify for this recognition. Out of the 30 finalists, one male and one female will each receive a $2,000 scholarship to the college or university of their choice, and two other finalists will receive smaller scholarships from Mississippi Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Ballet Magnificat.
Bailey Berry Named Star Student
Jackson Academy longtime Head Girls Basketball Coach Jan Sojourner now has her signature ingrained into the court of the Raider Dome. Saturday night at halftime of the boys basketball game, JA held a court dedication in Sojourner’s honor.
Pack the House for Theatre Performance of Original Work
Jackson Academy theatre students are experiencing a unique opportunity this school year. Students debuted an original one-act play, “We Shall by Morning,” written by JA’s Director of Theatre Arts Kerri Sanders. They have performed the play at various competitions receiving rave reviews and numerous awards. Finally, this Friday, the play will be filmed by Thaxton Studios.
Bestselling Author Speaks at JA About Defying the Odds
Reggie D. Ford attended an independent high school similar to Jackson Academy in Nashville, graduating in 2009. Now a motivational speaker, bestselling author, and wealth management advisor, the 31-year-old Vanderbilt graduate is recognized among young innovators on the rise.
SOAR Director Shares Home Buying Advice
Last Tuesday, SOAR Director Dean Arnold spoke to the Upper School finance class about buying a home. The finance class is taught by Upper School Librarian Bronwyn Burford. Burford’s finance class studies the housing market, debt-income ratios, insurance, and taxes.
Quiz Bowl Team Victorious
Congratulations to our Quiz Bowl team that won first place in the Mississippi College Academic Competition from among 20 teams! Their score of 395 to 330 against East Rankin Academy in the finals round Thursday secured the championship.
Second Quarter Honor Rolls 2022-2023
Jackson Academy is pleased to announce the second quarter Honor Roll and Academy Honor Roll for the 2022-2023 academic year.
Winterfest Court Members Honored
Jackson Academy’s annual Winterfest was held Friday, January 6. The celebrations included dress up days for the Upper School, breakfast with the court members and families, an informal court presentation at break, a formal court presentation at the Raider Dome Friday evening, and the Winterfest Bow Tie Ball at Bridlewood of Madison.
Science Class Conducts Memory Lab
Melissa Denson’s Upper School science class learned about the effects the environment has on memory. The students participated in a three-day lab where they practiced memory skills.