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On behalf of the Jackson Academy Board of Trustees, it is our great pleasure to announce that Eddie Wettach has been appointed Jackson Academy’s Head of School effective June 1, 2025. The Board reached a unanimous decision to select Mr. Wettach after our Search Committee enthusiastically and unanimously recommended him to the Board upon the completion of a comprehensive search led by the committee.
Jackson Academy’s varsity Raiders entered the MAIS 6A State Tournament at Hartfield Academy on February 14. With back-to-back wins under their belt, the Raiders are headed to the Overall Championship at Mississippi College.
Students engage in a lot of hands-on learning during Famous Americans Day. They prepare costumes, participate in a parade, and ultimately showcase their famous characters in a wax museum-style activity. This special day at Jackson Academy brings the lives of well-known Americans to the forefront of students’ imaginations. Through this experience, students learn about the contributions of these figures to the country. Stories of brilliance, courage, honor, work ethic, athletic and artistic abilities, and other admirable traits inspire students to reach for the stars.
JA’s theatre department wowed the Upper School with their performance of “No Fury,” an original play by Director of Performing Arts Kerri Sanders. After earning a standing ovation from their peers, the cast now sets their sights on THESCON, where they will compete at the MSU Riley Center in Meridian this Friday.
Leaders of the Nissan North America and Thinkfast Interactive Awareness Teen Driver Initiative told the Upper School student body a few things students already knew about driving and many things they did not. It all happened during a Friday fast-paced, interactive game-show-style event in the PAC auditorium.
Mamie Barton received a letter with good news in early February. Then a second notice of good news arrived shortly thereafter. Mamie had achieved two top awards from the Girl Scouts of the USA.
More than 100 campers came together at Raider Park for Jackson Academy’s Season Opener Baseball Camp. Head Coach Corey Dickerson, his elite coaching staff, and the varsity baseball team spent the morning helping young athletes in the Jackson area sharpen their skills in preparation for the upcoming season.
When the closing school day bell rings, students are ready to expend some energy. Jackson Academy is a proponent of the importance of exercise. The school facilitates opportunities for students of all ages to develop lifelong healthy habits.
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, in an official proclamation, declared January 28, 2025, to be known as Coach Jan Sojourner Day. The crowd inside the Jackson Academy Raider Dome responded with a lengthy standing ovation as the announcement was read. This recognition of JA’s Varsity Girls Basketball Head Coach, retiring at the end of this school year after 40 years at the school, was the culmination of an incredible day on the campus of Jackson Academy.
Jackson Academy students take advantage of opportunities to develop skills by applying for leadership programs through various organizations. We congratulate the following students for their initiative and interest in learning about leadership this academic year.