Walker Moves Programs Forward as Athletic Director
Jackson Academy is proud and excited to announce that Brandt Walker was recently named athletic director. Currently in his seventh year at JA, he has served in a variety of coaching and administrative...
View ArticleLucy Lee Signs with Sewanee
Family, teammates, fellow students, coaches, and faculty joined senior Lucy Lee this past week as she signed to continue her academic and athletic career at Sewanee – The University of the South. Her...
View ArticleAlpha and Omega Buddies Reunite
Jackson Academy has long believed that the Alpha and Omega pairings of seniors and kindergartners provide lasting benefits. Sometimes, buddies keep in touch throughout adulthood. Recently, two...
View ArticleCheer and Dance Squads Excel in the 2024 MAIS Spirit Competition
Jackson Academy cheer and dance squads demonstrated their dedicated work and impressive skills at the Midsouth Association of Independent Schools Spirit Competition. Held at the Mississippi Coliseum...
View ArticleStudents Continue Athletic Careers
Last Wednesday on the first National Signing Day for the Class of 2025, four JA student-athletes committed to continuing their academic and athletic careers next year in four separate sports. Anna...
View ArticleVolleyball Program Nurtures Outstanding Scholar-Athletes
Members of the varsity and JA volleyball teams completed another year developing athletically, and academically, completing the season ranked at the top of their sport. The JV team finished as MAIS JV...
View ArticleLittle Dribblers Turn 40!
Photos provided by John Berry JA’s second graders spend time in physical education class developing fine motor skills, sequencing skills, self-confidence, and teamwork. Known collectively as the...
View ArticleRaider Network Broadcasts Ole Miss vs. Southern Miss on ESPN Platform
Jackson Academy’s Raider Network showcased its broadcasting prowess yet again on Saturday, December 14, at 3 p.m., when it produced the Ole Miss vs. Southern Miss men’s basketball game on SEC Network...
View ArticleSemester’s Basketball Games Mark Coach Sojourner’s Final Season
Both Jackson Academy varsity basketball teams finished their pre-conference schedules with 12-3 records and are looking forward to tonight as conference play begins at The Raider Dome. This is also a...
View ArticleReminder: Jan Sojourner Day Next Tuesday
Jackson Academy will celebrate Jan Sojourner’s final season leading the Lady Raiders with a special day and evening in her honor on January 28. The head girls basketball coach is completing a stellar...
View ArticleJA Celebrates 40 Years with Coach Sojourner
Students, faculty, and staff wore JA jerseys today and participated in a pep rally as Jackson Academy recognized Jan Sojourner during her final season. Coach Sojourner will complete a stellar career,...
View ArticleGovernor Proclaims January 28 Jan Sojourner Day
By Bryan Eubank, Voice of the Raiders JA Board Chair McKie Edmonson presents Coach Sojourner with the official proclamation. Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves, in an official proclamation, declared...
View ArticleSeason Opener Baseball Camp Hits a Home Run!
Photos by Kathy Sheffield More than 100 campers came together at Raider Park for Jackson Academy’s Season Opener Baseball Camp. Head Coach Corey Dickerson, his elite coaching staff, and the varsity...
View ArticleRaiders Win Hoops State Championship
Jackson Academy’s varsity Raiders entered the MAIS 6A State Tournament at Hartfield Academy on February 14. With back-to-back wins under their belt, the Raiders are headed to the Overall Championship...
View ArticleBasketball Game Combines Service and Fun
Coaches, faculty, and staff challenged Upper School students to a game of hoops, and it was a nail-biter! The Student Government Association helped organize the Faculty-Student Basketball Game to...
View ArticleFaculty and Staff Honored for Service to JA
In a world of constant change, dedication and consistency are inspiring. Jackson Academy has a tradition of recognizing employee commitment by celebrating service in five-year increments. Those...
View ArticleJA Names New Coach and Director for Girls Basketball
Coach Gantz met with players on Monday, April 7, to introduce himself to the team, kicking off a new era of Lady Raider basketball at JA. Athletic Director Brandt Walker announced Thursday that Coach...
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