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The Jackson Academy Association opened the new school year with a festive event for parents and friends that harkened back to the Roaring Twenties. As guests entered the Country Club of Jackson for A Blue & White Night, they received pearl-colored flapper necklaces and tickets for table games.
Jackson Academy’s new Director of Choral Music, Garrett Lindsey, began preparations this summer for the show choir and choral music seasons and the academic instruction accompanying them. In his role, he oversees Upper School choral music programs and the Upper School showchoir, Encore.
Jackson Academy is pleased to announce the fourth quarter Honor Roll and Academy Honor Roll for the 2021-2022 academic year.
JA conducted graduation ceremonies in the Brickyard for the third year in a row, a new and favored tradition introduced during the pandemic. At 7 p.m., the ceremony opened with Faculty Member Chris Tucker carrying the school banner onto the field for the very last time. Administrators, faculty members, and seniors followed, processing from the west end of the field to the east before taking their seats.
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William Trevor “Trey” Carroll ’09 traveled a circuitous route to settle on his career. Along this path, he experienced a surprising health challenge that diverted his course but helped him choose his life’s work. He now helps individuals find a more direct way to a satisfying occupation.
Monday, May 9, was another very special day on the campus of Jackson Academy for the Class of 2022. Four more seniors, who will be continuing their academic and athletic careers next year, and two Gatorade Players of The Year were honored at a ceremony in the Performing Arts Center.
Students look forward to moments when teachers allow them to be leaders. Today at Jackson Academy, third grader Caroline Reeves served as the leader, not just for her class but for the whole school.
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“What is the best way to save money on a car while thinking about the future?”
Jackson Academy is pleased to announce the basketball gym court that is currently being refurbished will now be named the Jan Sojourner Court.