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Raider Spirit Roars to Life at First Pep Rally of the Year

Last Friday, the Jackson Academy Raider Dome was transformed into a whirlwind of energy, enthusiasm, and school spirit at the first football pep rally of the year. With the Raiders gearing up for their road game against Bayou Academy, the gymnasium was packed with students, teachers, fans, and coaches ready to stand unified with the team.

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Interact Club Helps Seniors Connect with We Will Go Ministries

On Saturday, August 10, 38 JA seniors served at We Will Go Ministries Food Pantry during Senior Service Day. Head of Upper School Kyle Nichols and his two-year old son, and faculty members Theresa Berman, Gloria Hirn, and Susan Ingram and several senior parents joined in serving food to 100 neighbors in need in downtown Jackson. 

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A Memorable ‘Last First Day’ for the Senior Class

As the sun rose on the first day of school, excitement filled the air at Jackson Academy. The senior class marked its “Last First Day” with a special parade from Raider Park to the senior parking lot. Wearing their distinctive senior shirts, the seniors celebrated this milestone moment with socialization and photos to capture this memory.

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JAA Holds 11th Blue & White Night

Each year, the Jackson Academy Association opens the new school year with a festive event for parents, faculty, and staff. A Blue & White Night was held Saturday, August 10, at the Country Club of Jackson.

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JA Announces Partnership with Coca-Cola Distributor

Jackson Academy is excited to announce the selection of Clark Beverage Group as the new beverage provider for the campus, supplying beverages for both athletics and campus-wide needs. This partnership will see Clark Beverage Group, a fourth-generation family-owned company and a leading distributor of Coca-Cola products, enhancing the beverage offerings at JA for students, staff, […]

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2024 Graduates: ‘Your Purpose is the Very Heart of Who You Are’

During the 2023-2024 graduation ceremony, the ideas of “turning challenges into benefits” and “succeeding in what matters” resonated deeply. For the first time, Jackson Academy honored co-valedictorians, Mallory Brooks and Gautam Ray, who achieved equivalent grade point averages. Mallory and Gautam delivered inspiring speeches, encouraging their peers to pursue meaningful and purposeful lives.

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First Graders SOAR Through Boot Camp

Jackson Academy’s first-grade students experienced the SOAR program for the first time last week, participating in a “boot camp” designed to teach teamwork and faith principles. Complementing armed forces classroom lessons, the activities emphasized the “Armor of God,” fostering physical and spiritual growth.

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