Upper School News

STAR Designation Reflects Students’ Focus, Teachers’ Contributions

Congratulations to Jackson Academy’s 2021 STAR students, Isabelle Lee and Priya Ray! Each STAR student selects a STAR Teacher, recognizing those individuals who have contributed to their scholastic achievements and personal development. Priya designated former JA foreign language teacher Judy McKeigney as STAR teacher. Isabelle selected chemistry teacher Richard West as her STAR teacher.

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Life is Good on the Rio Grande

The Big River or Great Waters, known in the U.S. as the Rio Grande, runs from Colorado to the Gulf of Mexico. During spring break, a JA group explored, camped, and went canoeing on a Texas portion of this big river, specifically Boquillas Canyon’s 32 miles.

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