The Wizard of Oz Begins November 15

October 15th, 2014

Wizard of Oz in the PACJoin Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion on their journey down the Yellow Brick Road, in Jackson Academy’s adaptation of Frank L. Baum’s classic tale, The Wizard of Oz! Enjoy tremendous talent, beautiful costuming, and an amazing technical experience on November 15 at 7:00 p.m., November 16 at 2:00 p.m., and November 17 at 7:00 p.m.

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The Wizard of Oz  |  By L. Frank Baum  |  Adapted by Frank Gabrielson
With Music and Lyrics of the MGM motion pictures score by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart

This production of The Wizard of Oz is produced by arrangement with TAMS-WITMARK MUSIC LIBRARY, INC., 560 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10022.

 

Rube Goldberg Machines

October 9th, 2014

Conceptual physics students spent a week in the Black Box Theater creating Rube Goldberg machines that perform a simple task through an elaborate set of chain reactions. Each simple machine performed a task that results in a long string of actions that lead to an ultimate result.  These groups chose ringing a bell and popping a balloon as their desired outcome.  

Watch the videos created by the students at http://youtu.be/MJ559zku7oM.

JA Students Recognized by the National Merit Program

October 7th, 2014

(From left, back): Matt Whitfield, Will Tribble, Grady Fisher, William Bell; (front) Mary Brooks Thigpen, and Elizabeth Burford.

Jackson Academy National Merit Semifinalists and commended students have a significant trait in common — they like being challenged. Whether navigating white water rapids in West Virginia, improving a cross-country track time, or delving deep into AP literature or chemistry, bringing their A game to any task is second nature. These JA students expect to give their best. Along with high scores, semifinalists and commended students at Jackson Academy illustrate that an individual can lead a full life and still make academic excellence a priority.

The example they provide is often noted across campus. “One thing that I love about all these kids is their work ethic,” said Paula Pratt, Upper School counselor.

“This recognition by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation is indicative of the good things we expect to see from our students in years to come,” said Steve McCartney, Upper School dean. “I feel confident that we will see these and other JA students going on to outstanding college careers and providing much needed leadership in their work and communities.”

Grady Fisher, Mary Brooks Thigpen, William Bell, Elizabeth Burford, Will Tribble, and Matt Whitfield shared a few reflections of their time at JA.

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