News

Third Grade VR Dinosaur Day a Success!

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.

READ MORE ▸

Tips for the Road Ahead

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.

READ MORE ▸

‘Things That Go’ Week

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.

READ MORE ▸

Play Complements Learning at JA

Play break at school might just be the most exciting part of a child’s day. Not only is it a time for imaginations to run wild, friendships to form, and laughter to abound, but it is also a crucial time for social, physical, and cognitive development in growing children.

READ MORE ▸

New Clash of the Classes Unifies

Can you run while carrying a Twinkie on your forehead? Students in ninth through twelfth grades were determined to find out while competing in the Snack Cake Stack ‘Em Relay at JA’s inaugural Clash of the Classes Friday morning. Held in the gym, Clash of the Classes also included Free Throw Knockout, Dodgeball, Blanket Pull Relay, Balloon Pop Relay, Over/Under Relay, Obstacle Course Relay, and Tug of War.

READ MORE ▸

JA Named to AP® School Honor Roll

The College Board notified Jackson Academy October 1 that the school has earned a place on the AP® School Honor Roll for the 2023-2024 school year. The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have done outstanding work to welcome more students into AP courses and support them on the path to college success. JA […]

READ MORE ▸