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August 5, 2026 / ALL NEWS

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All Aboard the Carousel at the 2026 Carnival

All JA families, K2 through 12th grade, are invited to come out for an evening of games, prizes, delicious treats, and sweet memories. As one of Jackson’s longest-running outdoor festivals, the Carnival is a JA tradition that brings our whole community together, and the carousel makes this year’s celebration especially magical.

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Lady Raiders Sweep Prep to Advance to State Championship

Jackson Academy's volleyball team punched its ticket to the MAIS Division I State Championship with a commanding sweep of Jackson Prep in the state semifinals, winning three straight sets at A.E. Wood Coliseum on the campus of Mississippi Christian University in Clinton. The Lady Raiders took control early and never let up, winning 25-23, 25-12, and 25-8 to send a clear message heading into Tuesday night's title game.

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JA After School Programs Get ‘Cool Schools’ Spotlights

Two JA After School programs earned airtime this fall on WJTV-12’s “Cool Schools” segment. Beaker Buddies, led by Middle School science teacher Beth Williamson, and Mahjong Club, led by Kindergarten assistant teacher Meredith Culpepper, are among the options that let students pick up new skills, unwind after classwork, and make friends across grade levels.

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