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First graders met their sixth-grade Book Buddy for the first time on November 1. The annual JA program pairs an older and younger student for a year-long friendship. Book Buddies is one of JA’s many intentional occasions for students across grades to learn from one another. The program also helps students develop a love of […]
Jackson Academy’s Office of Marketing & Communication received a Lantern Award for its 2023-2024 Student Profile Video Series through the Southern Public Relations Federation. The student profile videos help tell the JA story and introduce prospective families to the types of students who choose JA for their education.
Jackson Academy cheer and dance squads demonstrated their dedicated work and impressive skills at the Midsouth Association of Independent Schools Spirit Competition. Held at the Mississippi Coliseum last week, the event invited teams to compete in multiple categories. JA returned with three state championships and a state runner up position, plus several All Stars.
Jackson Academy has long believed that the Alpha & Omega pairings of seniors and kindergartners provide lasting benefits. Sometimes, buddies keep in touch throughout adulthood. Recently, two buddies—Robert Crisler ’16 and current student Caden Callison—reconnected through ninth-grade football.
The magic of Jackson Academy’s Carnival—full of laughter, childhood joy, and unforgettable moments—helps explain why the JAA-sponsored event is a regular recipient of the Community’s Choice Award for Best Festival. It’s a tradition that has been part of our community for generations. The JA Carnival is one of the longest-running festivals in the metro area.
In educational terminology, virtual reality engages students with learning, increases retention, builds emotional intelligence, fosters creative thinking, and challenges and motivates students. In kids’ terminology, virtual reality is fun.
The JA Band had a little fun Thursday morning by having senior parents shadow their band members during a rehearsal. Parents were asked to participate in the band’s usual performance without prior practice, leading to hilarious mistakes and improvisations.
n important part of the senior year at Jackson Academy is Life Skills Day, where seniors gain experience with tasks that may not be part of the classroom, but are part of adult life.
Jackson Academy is pleased to announce the first quarter Honor Roll and Academy Honor Roll for the 2024-2025 academic year.
Hundreds of popular children’s books have been written about “Things That Go” for fascinated young learners. JA teachers brought “Things That Go” out of the books and into real life for JA Preschool students.