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UPCOMING EVENTS
September 29*Preschool Back to School Night October 2*Prep Pre-game Party at JA begins at 5:30 p.m. October 15*Third Thursday October 16-18*The Retreat October 20*Fall Carnival
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FLUMIST DATE CHANGE
Due to manufacturer delays, FluMist will not be available for students until Tuesday, October 27. The FluMist is $32 and our provider will accept cash or check (made payable to HomeCare Plus). Preschool vaccines will be available in the Preschool Library at 7:30 a.m. (parents must be present). Lower School students will be given the vaccine by class in the cafeteria starting at 8:15 a.m. Middle and Upper School students will receive the vaccine before school in the cafeteria starting at 7:30 a.m. Please download and complete the consent form found here. Your student will need this form and a method of payment at the time the vaccine is given. View more information about FluMist here.No flu shots are given to students. |
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FACULTY HELP STUDENTS BRIDGE SENIOR YEAR AND COLLEGE EXPERIENCE
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When we think of a doctorate degree, we think of the highest degree attainable in an academic field held by a person who is a subject matter expert. The degree holder imparts knowledge to college students, conducts research, and exemplifies critical thinking.
Three faculty members at Jackson Academy have that experience and have chosen to teach in a secondary environment. What does that mean for them and for the students they teach? Get to know our Ph.D.s here:
FOLLOW YOUR HEART...AND
THINK CRITICALLY
Teaching an honors college class of university freshmen propelled Dennis Conklin, Ph.D., to the secondary classroom. In fact, out of all the classes he taught, his favorite college teaching experience occurred with this particular group. When Dr. Conklin saw an advertisement for an instructor of history at Jackson Academy, he reasoned that juniors and seniors in a college preparatory school were similar to the honors freshmen he was teaching, and he decided to interview.
"I can't thank God enough for it," said Dr. Conklin. "I would never have dreamed I'd be teaching in a high school, but I feel like this is where I belong. I love my job."
His work at JA is modeled on his college teaching experience. Having taught college freshmen in other classes who were unprepared for higher education, Dr. Conklin is determined to make sure his JA students know what they will encounter. "College is not about memorization. It is about critical thinking. All my essay questions require students to make an argument and prove it. I want to get them ready to thrive in that environment," he says. Adopting an argument and proving it corresponds well with Dr. Conklin's other previous career-----that of the law. Writing briefs in a big law firm left him unfulfilled, so he returned to college to pursue his love-----history----- and to teach on the college level.
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JA ENROLLMENT CONTINUES STEADY TREND
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Jackson Academy's enrollment for the 2015-16 school year is very stable and remains consistent with the previous four years. JA has enjoyed enrollment for the last four school years in the range of 1,279 to 1,285, with current enrollment at 1,283. Combined enrollment in the Middle School and Upper School divisions is the largest enrollment in those divisions in over a decade. Student retention, which is an important benchmark to measure a school's stability and families' satisfaction, was at 93.1 percent from the previous school year. This retention rate is above the average for National Association of Independent Schools members. Jackson Academy is also pleased to welcome 156 new students coming to JA from 52 different independent, parochial, and public schools, including 45 schools in the metro-Jackson area, three other Mississippi schools, and four out-of-state schools.
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CONGRATS TO BAND FOR WINNING GRAND CHAMPIONS
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 Congratulations to the JA band for a very successful first competition at Biloxi High School on Saturday. The JA Band won every caption in its class in the morning show at the Gulf Coast Invitational, with the guard earning perfect scores in two captions. The band returned to the field for its second performance in the afternoon and had its best show of the year, earning first place in Visual and Grand Champion honors with the highest overall score of all 19 groups at the event. The JA Band returns to competition at the Groovin' in the Grove Invitational at Oak Grove High School on Saturday, October 3. See the band blog for more information.
JA Band Fundraiser
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CONGRATULATIONS CLARION-LEDGER
ATHLETE OF THE WEEK AND TOP PERFORMERS
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Erin Hederman
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Davis Simmons
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Hannah Wootton
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Malon Stratton
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Erin Hederman has been named Metro Girl Athlete of the Week for scoring five goals in wins over Presbyterian Christian, Pillow, and Lamar. "Erin has been great to work with this year. She is a talented soccer player who continues to have success both on the field and in the classroom. Erin is a leader for our team and is a student-athlete who has represented JA exceptionally well in 2015," stated Coach Robert Gardner.
Erin Hederman Soccer Stats15 games played | 15 games started | 1000+ minutes played | 22 goals | 14 Assists
Davis Simmons totaled 212 total running/receiving yards and scored one touchdown during the 29-26 win over Hillcrest earning him a top performer spot in the Clarion-Ledger.
Simmons has also been nominated for WAPT Blitz 16 Player of the Week for his performance in the Hillcrest game. The winner of the title is decided by a vote on WAPT.com, so we need the entire JA family's support.
To vote for Simmons, click here. Voting ends Wednesday morning.
Also, named as another top performer, was Hannah Wootton for her 17 assists, seven kills, five aces, and two blocks in a volleyball victory over Oak Grove in the title game of the Madison Madness tournament.
Malon Stratton, the only top performer of the week for swimming, earned the title for winning the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools 50 freestyle (25.33) and the 50 backstroke (28.61).
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RETOY REPRISE: OCTOBER 17
Back by popular demand: Students will be immersed in Maker's Station using old toys that will be reconstructed to create a new toy from their imagination. Students will learn the structure behind patenting a product and how to create a novel invention. Students will also create a board game that has never been on the market, complete with instructions, materials, and marketing strategies. Part of the creative process will include naming their product, deciding the target age for the game, and researching an appropriate price. Students will leave the exploration understanding what it takes to be in the toy business and how to attempt patenting a new invention. Place: Jackson Academy Cafeteria Time: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Cost: $75 per Saturday (made payable to JA) Ages: Students in grade first-sixth To register for a Gifted Exploration Simulation Saturday, email Beth Murray-Wilson at bmurray@jacksonacademy.org. View the future Simulation Saturdays here.
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The JA Alumni Office and Booster Club would like to invite you to a pre-game party next Friday, October 2, before the JA vs. Prep game!
What: Live music, kids activities, and fun for the whole family! When: 5:30 p.m. on the JA practice field Who: All JA families and alumni are invited to attend! Come enjoy some live music and family fun while supporting our Raiders as they take on Jackson Prep next Friday, October 2! You won't want to miss it!
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 October 15: Insight into the Gifted Brain Upper School Library at 12:00 p.m. Gain insight into the gifted child's brain as we explore ways to maximize potential and keep learning fun and inspirational. Learn how to stretch learning at home and keep your child's interest level piqued. Presenter: Beth Murray-Wilson Focus: Any age Register by October 14 by emailing bmurray@jacksonacademy.org. More details about other programs will be available in the Tuesday Raider at a later date. Mark your calendars! All programs are held at noon in the Upper School Library. November 19: Behavior Modification: Understanding How to Discipline Effectively January 21: Experience Dyslexia-A Learning Difference Simulation February 18: Math Techniques Click here to download the Third Thursdays flyer.
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