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New Friendships Begin at First Alpha & Omega Meeting

/ Preschool

Jackson Academy’s Alpha and Omega program held its first meeting of the 2026–2027 school year, and true to tradition, it started with socks. Kindergartners received their own pair of fun and colorful socks before making their way to the amphitheatre, where they searched the crowd of seniors until they found the one wearing the exact same pair. That matching moment marks the beginning of a friendship that will carry both students through the rest of the school year, built on the simple but meaningful idea that the oldest and youngest Raiders belong together.

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JA Faculty, Alumnae Take the Stage in Area Productions

/ All News

Several Jackson Academy staff members and alumni are regular presences on Jackson-area stages, with five recently performing — or about to perform — in area productions. For the teachers among them, performing professionally keeps their craft sharp and gives them additional stage experience to bring back to their own students.

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Accents Earn Eighth Straight State Title; Spirit Teams Deliver Strong Performance

/ Athletics

The Jackson Academy Accents are the 2026 MAIS Spirit Competition State Champions in the Kick Large Division, claiming their eighth consecutive title. The Accents also earned Runner-Up honors in the Pom Large Division. Varsity Cheer had a strong showing in the Tumbling Large Division, bringing home Runner-Up recognition. The Silver Steppers, JA’s middle school dance team, also delivered an impressive performance, earning a Runner-Up distinction in the Jr. High Pom Large Division. Congratulations to all of our Spirit Teams on an outstanding day of competition!

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Roxie Hood Presents at Statewide Mathematics Conference

/ Upper School

Upper School Teacher Roxie Hood attended the Mississippi Council of Teachers of Mathematics annual conference last week in Starkville. This year’s theme was “Rolling the Dice on Deep Mathematical Thinking,” and over 300 educators gathered to talk about exploring new strategies, taking calculated risks in their pedagogy, and deepening the mathematical journey for every student in Mississippi. Sessions ranged from individual lesson content to best pedagogical practices, from owning the AI moment to how to effectively use groups to maximize learning. 

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Prioritizing Good Sportsmanship

/ Athletics

Fall sports are in full swing, making now a good time to revisit Jackson Academy’s Code of Good Sportsmanship. As students take the field, court, and course each week, the atmosphere in the stands matters as much as the action on it, and Raider fans are in a position to set the tone. Fans who practice self-control become the role models students notice most. Cheering loudly, celebrating good plays, and supporting our teams make game day fun — and doing so with class makes it memorable for the right reasons.

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