FEBRUARY 23 ISSUE
UPCOMING EVENTS
February 26
*First Grade Grandparents Day
*Showtime Performing at Petal

February 29
*Features Pageant

March 5
*Showchoir Competition (Encore)
SCOUTS
JA is looking for students who have earned their Girl Scout Gold Award or Boy Scout Eagle Award. If you have earned either of these awards, please send your name to the JA Marketing & Communications office at
 news@jacksonacademy.org.
THE CLARION-LEDGER TOP-PERFORMER

February 16-23
Congratulations to Micheal Barber for averaging 17 points, 10 rebounds, two steals, and a block in three games during the State AAAA Tournament.
(From left): Kathryn Butler, Caroline Watson, Ken O'Keefe, Abbie Knighton, and Emma Ward.
STUDENTS HEAR TALK ABOUT LEADERS WITH GREAT CHARACTER

When Ken O'Keefe spoke to students at Lunch to Lead February 16, he was clear to point out that the world needs more than just leaders who can accomplish amazing goals no matter the cost. The world needs leaders with great character. So what are the qualities of a leader of greatness who possesses great character?

A leader of great character...
  • is authentic and true where their private life matches their public life.
  • shines light where there is darkness.
  • inspires others to greatness.
  • puts themselves last to serve others.
  • is willing to lay down his or her life for others.
  • shows fortitude against overwhelming odds to keep their promise.
  • doesn't seek attention.
  • dedicates his or her life to helping others.
O'Keefe shared examples of people who have demonstrated these qualities, from Winston Churchill, whose character has stood the test of time, to modern day Victoria Leigh Soto, a teacher who gave her life protecting her first grade class at Sandy Hook Elementary.

He urged students to be attentive to teachers, coaches, administrative team, and support staff who are serving them in ways that make them a better person. He encouraged students to model their lives after traits of greatness and authenticity they observe and then to become models of greatness for others. 
COME SUPPORT LADY RAIDERS BASKETBALL AT MC



The Lady Raiders enter the MAIS Overall Basketball Tournament as the No. 1 seed after defeating Jackson Prep 43-41 in overtime Saturday. Lady Raiders will play Wednesday at 3:15 p.m. To view the MAIS bracket, click this link:

MAIS Basketball Tournament

For a look at coverage from Saturday's win, see these links:
CELEBRATION TODAY INCLUDES DRAMA, POETRY,
AND MUSIC



The Black History Program Committee organized an event that remembered the past and looked to the future. Entertainment was provided by Tevin McGuire, a Murrah High senior who has been singing and writing since age 5. The Power Academic and Performing Arts Dance Group presented a performance that was followed by a drama called Take Me Back by Jackson State University's MADDRAMA, a group that produces plays that reflect the African American experience. JA student Reggie Fullwood offered a poem that encouraged working together to create a better future. With each segment of the program, members of the committee offered historical perspective about the traditions of dance, poetry, drama, and music as means of expression.

Committee members were Taylor Tucker, chairman; Symone Davis, co-chairman; Tevin McGuire, Kelsey Ford, Heather Molden, Madison Stanton, Brianna Cry, Hayley Murphy, Reggie Fullwood, Bryant Miller, Tosh McGee, Zykeyous Hawkins, Jamieson Banks, Deja Bradford, Joyia Petty, Will April, Lauran Sheriff, and Chelsea Francios. The committee thanked BankPlus for sponsorship of the program.

View photos from the program here. 
REGISTER NOW FOR COLOR ME RAIDER



Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.
Mark your calendar for the second annual Color Me Raider 5K run/walk. Pre-registration ends Friday, March 25.

The course begins at the JA football field and will finish at Raider Park for the double header baseball game against Magnolia Heights. Register online for the annual 5k run/walk at jacksonacademy.org/colormeraider.

Highlights
  • Color stations throughout course
  • 1-Mile fun run for younger children
  • T-shirt included in fee and students may wear them to school on April 7
  • Kids fun zone and games
  • Crawfish and concessions for sale
  • Running Club credit (15 laps for 5K and 5 laps for 1-mile fun run)
  • Rain or shine event

Registration Fee

The JA Athletic Booster Club is accepting online registration and payment only this year. Discounts are available for registrations received by March 25, 2016. The per person registration fee includes 5K (or 1-mile fun run), T-shirt (royal blue athletic T-shirt with the above logo in a design on the front), admission to kids fun zone, and admission to the double header baseball game. Details are below:
  • $30 per person if registered by March 25; use online promo code EARLYBIRD.
  • $130 max per family if registered by March 25; use online promo code FAMILY.
  • $40 per person and $180 family max after March 25 with no guarantee of T-shirts.
Packet Pickup at Raider Hall
  • Monday, April 4: 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday, April 5: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, April 6: 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 7: 7:30 a.m. until

Important
Absolutely no golf carts, bikes, or motorized vehicles are allowed on the course unless specifically marked with official volunteer signage. Law enforcement and race volunteers will be enforcing this rule. Your cooperation is required for everyone's safety.

PATRIOTIC DAY CELEBRATES OUR COUNTRY AND THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED



Lower School students presented Patriotic Day Friday, February 19. Students honored our country and those who have served in the Armed Forces through presentation of the colors, the pledge of allegiance, songs, poems, narration, a flag routine, and video. Brigadier General Dick Burney opened with prayer, and during the Armed Forces Medley, honored guests from the Armed Forces were invited to stand during the song that represented their branch of service.
STUDENTS SHINE IN COMPETITIONS



Congratulations to the Speech & Debate Team, Encore, and Showtime for their successes this past weekend at the Jackson Catholic Forensic League Qualifier here at JA and at West Jones Show Choir Competition. Look for upcoming stories about these groups in future issues of the Tuesday Raider.

BASEBALL SENIOR TO WATCH



Congratulations to Davis Simmons, who was named one of The Clarion-Ledger 40 Baseball Seniors to Watch.

To view the full list of seniors to watch, visit clarionledger.com. 
UPCOMING SCIENCE FAIRS


JA will hold its local science fair Tuesday, March 1 in the Performing Art Center lobby. The local fair involves JA Biology 2 and A&P students. Judging begins at 10:30 a.m. and should be completed by noon. Projects will be available for viewing from noon until 3:00 p.m. on March 1.  

Those students who place first or second in the local fair will advance to the district science fair that JA is hosting in the Activities Building Wednesday, March 23. Several schools in our district will have students presenting projects in that fair. First and second place winners in the district science fair will advance to the state science fair that is held on the Rankin Campus of Hinds Community College in April. MAIS sponsors the science fair. 

SIMULATION SATURDAY: CLOSED CIRCUIT



SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28

Join us for an engaging introduction to the world of electricity on Saturday, February 28. During the Simulation Saturday, students invent their own electrical gadgets using readily available materials, such as plastic film canisters and holiday lights. Students will also investigate an array of clever electrical devices by first exploring their functions and then learning how their circuits work. They will even create their own "LED Throwie" and closed circuit board during the event.

To register for the next Gifted Explorations Simulation Saturday, contact Beth Murray-Wilson at bmurray@jacksonacademy.org.

Place: Jackson Academy Cafeteria
Time: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Cost: $75

We need at least 12 students to make the class available. Please sign up as soon as possible so we can offer this really fun exploration! The next Simulation Saturday will be Oobleck, which will be offered in April.


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