Students Honored at Features Pageant

March 22, 2017 / Upper School/All News
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Numerous students were recognized at the Features Pageant March 6. The annual event honors Mr. and Miss Jackson Academy, class favorites, beauties and beaux, and other special awards for seniors. For a look at photos from the event, visit  Jackson Academy’s Facebook page.

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