Perspectives in Education

Professional Development Enhances Educational Experience for Everyone

October 5, 2021

Jackson Academy invests in professional development throughout its academic divisions, supporting and inspiring teachers to explore innovative teaching methods and provide the priceless gifts of attention and compassion to their students. Sixth grade English teacher Mallory Gnemi was appointed to serve as the Middle School’s professional development coordinator for 2021-2022.

The Importance of Play in School

September 21, 2021

Play break at school might just be the most exciting part of a child’s day. Not only is it a time for imaginations to run wild, friendships to form, and laughter to abound, but it is also a crucial time for social development, physical development, and cognitive development in growing children.

Efforts of ARC Teachers and Students Lead to Lasting Benefits

May 4, 2021

As Henry Wadsworth Longfellow so eloquently wrote in his poem “A Psalm of Life,” human beings can lead lives of greatness that will “leave footprints on the sands of time.” Longfellow was calling his readers to live life to the fullest and set an everlasting and inspiring example for others. Longfellow’s call is evident in…

‘Goal Digger’ Jen Henson Offers Parents ACT-Prep Advice

December 8, 2020

November 9 through 13, Jen Henson led an intense, five-day ACT preparation boot camp for Jackson Academy’s junior class. With 22 years of experience as a high school English teacher and nearly ten years owning her ACT coaching company Goal Digger, Henson’s work equipped students with a detailed map to increasing their scores and potentially…

Respect and Reciprocity

April 28, 2020

Upper School American English teacher Sandra McKay works to make respect reciprocal. She wants students to feel respected, to respect one another, and to respect their teachers and the educational experience.

Cultivating Resilient Learners

January 7, 2020

Jan Sojourner and CJ Stewart foster a common trait in students at Jackson Academy: resilience. Each believes resilience is a characteristic that can be developed and will be useful throughout life.

Professional Development Enhances Educational Experience for Everyone

The Importance of Play in School

Efforts of ARC Teachers and Students Lead to Lasting Benefits

‘Goal Digger’ Jen Henson Offers Parents ACT-Prep Advice

Respect and Reciprocity

Cultivating Resilient Learners

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