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National Merit Semifinalists Video

Students who’ve qualified as National Merit Semifinalists know what it takes to generate excellent academic work. Yet along with high scores on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, semifinalists at Jackson Academy show that an individual can be a scholar and a well-rounded person, too. “What I like best about this group of students […]

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National Merit Semifinalists

(From left): Ally Thigpen, Andrew Hanebuth, and Grace Golden Click here to view a video interview with each semifinalist Students who’ve qualified as National Merit Semifinalists know what it takes to generate excellent academic work. Yet along with high scores on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, semifinalists at Jackson Academy show that an […]

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Macworld discusses JA’s use of technology

The technology publication Macworld recently referenced JA as an example of how to bring technology to students in an effective way in an article entitled, “iPads in schools: The right way to do it.” Our own Eddie Wettach, dean of technology, was interviewed and quoted in the article. Read the full Macworld article here

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Kennedy Named Player of the Week

Congratulations to Daniel Kennedy for being named Jackson Touchdown Club Player of the Week, Clarion Ledger Top Performer and BankPlus Blitz 16 Player of The Week. He had 122 yards on 13 carries with 3 touchdowns in the 24-14 win over Prep and registered 9 tackles (3 solo) and a Pass Break Up on Defense. […]

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7th Grade Coat Drive

Each year the 7th grade organizes a coat drive under the direction of Mrs. Anne Keenan, the 7th grade math teacher. This year the students collected almost 700 winter jackets for the Good Samaritan Center.

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2013 Silent Auction

The JA Carnival Silent Auction is open. Bidding is available online at www.24fundraiser.com/jacarnival2013.  Click here for detailed information about the online bidding process.         As in years past, the silent auction items are set up in the Preschool Gym. The only thing changing is the way bids are placed. You will be […]

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JA Carnival 2013

“You could not, would not want to miss a fun night such as this.  Tricks, treats, and fun games to play – the Fall Carnival at JA.”   The annual Jackson Academy Fall Carnival is scheduled for Tuesday, October 22 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on the Raider football field.  This JAA parent association fund-raiser is one […]

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Girls Soccer Recognition

(From left): Ashley Gnam, Madi McNair, Alison Turbeville, Morgan Scott, and Denver Wilson The varsity Raiders girls soccer team advanced to the semifinals in the MAIS. Seniors earning All Star recognition are Ashley Gnam, Alison Turbeville, Denver Wilson, Morgan Scott, and Madi McNair. Named All Conference are Emily McNair, Conley Chinn, Beatty Carpenter, Ashley Gnam, […]

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