Students Predicted to Change the World

August 23rd, 2016

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Three JA seniors were selected among “25 Students Who Will Change the World.” The honor is bestowed annually by Portico magazine upon students who demonstrate excellence and make an impact in their schools, communities, and among their peers. College presidents participate in the selection process.

While the story predicts that these outstanding teens will someday change the world, one might argue that these three are changing the world right now! Their commitment to leading lives of purpose and significance is evident in their individual Portico stories. Summaries of their interviews follow:
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Don’t Miss JA at the Village on August 23

August 19th, 2016

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Highland Village and Jackson Academy will kick off a fun, new gathering for the JA community August 23! JA will converge on the courtyard of Highland Village for a live Raider Network broadcast featuring all things JA with Bryan Eubank. Buffalo Peak Outfitters, the sponsor of the first live broadcast, will provide offers for attendees and a giveaway valued at $150.

Broadcasts are scheduled for each Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. from August 23-November 1, except for October 18. Pre-broadcast activities by Highland Village begin at 4:30 p.m. Each week, Highland Village will offer discounts to different stores or restaurants, as well as food, music, and games.

JA academic divisions, athletic teams, spirit teams, bands, JAA, Booster Club, and performing groups can use this as an opportunity to perform and to promote their activities and upcoming events through interviews with Bryan Eubank.

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Blood Drive for JA Family

August 18th, 2016

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Lucy Suggs, the 3-year-old daughter of one of our JA families, was diagnosed last Wednesday with leukemia. She is currently receiving treatment at Blair E. Batson Hospital for Children. Part of her treatment will include receiving blood products, so JA is hosting a school wide blood drive.

The blood drive will be held in the preschool gym from 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 23. Donors must be at least 17 years old (16 years old with parental consent) to donate. School nurse Kathy Sheffield, R.N., B.S.N. has encouraged donors to eat a good meal prior to donating and bring a current ID with them to the gym. Donors coming from off campus to donate are asked to park on the house side of Sheffield Drive so that parked cars don’t interfere with carpool.

Sign up sheets are located in each school office. Individuals may also call 601.364.1059 with questions or to sign up.

Mississippi Math and Science Competition

May 4th, 2016

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Jackson Academy placed fourth overall in the Mississippi School for Math & Sciences annual state-wide tournament in Columbus. The teams included Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Trig, and Calculus. Competing on the team were: (from left, back) Chris Mondie, Travis Rogers, Sahil Patel, Alexander Schott, Emma Ward, Livvie Strickland, Nancy Usey, Dolph Maxwell, Lacey Irby, Braden Lewis; (third row) Webb Strickland, Lucy Clement, Lizzie Bowman, Jane Anna Vickery, Alli Perkins, Blaine Bowman, Avery Anderson; (second row) Avery Hederman, Columbia Holeman, Brandon Miller, Anna Roberson, Mary Gray White, Anna Katherine Ray (front) Milla McCormack, Erin Hederman, Camille Couey, Lilly Grace Thigpen, Courtney Francois, Amanda Ray, Hannah McCowan, and Carter Elliott.

Not pictured: Georgia Gibson, Dalton Gibson, Kyle Kantor, Jeffrey Richburg, Tyler McClellan, Davis Rippee, Clarke Wilkirson, Mary Lindley Tharp, and Russell Hawkins.

Cum Laude Society Welcomes New Members

April 27th, 2016

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Inducted into The Cum Laude Society April 12 are (from left, back): Rose Maxwell, Sydney Hays, Sahil Patel, Kyle Kantor, Hayley Murphy, Alexander Schott, Nancy Usey; (front) Lizzie Bowman, Caroline Nall, Glennis McWilliams, Clarke Wilkirson, Amanda Ray, and Annalee Purdie.