Be Part of Our Family
At Jackson Academy, your child is surrounded by a community of supporters to discover his or her own gifts, hone talents, and find purpose.
Together, we create amazing learning experiences. We build mini amusement parks with K’NEX in state-of-the-art STEM labs. We develop strength and leadership paddling whitewater in the Appalachian mountains. We connect with our faith through community service and prayer.
Admission to JA is admission to a compassionate community of learners dedicated to helping your child reach his or her full potential. We support them as they learn and grow, nurturing and strengthening their character along the way. And together, we prepare them to succeed in the college years and beyond.
At JA, no one goes it alone. Simply put: We’re ALL FOR ONE.
Applying to JA
- Do your research. Take a look at schools and ask about their curriculum, approach to learning, and outcomes. While we’re proud of everything we’ve built at JA, in the
end we want you to find the best fit for your child. - Talk with an admissions counselor. Our admissions staff is experienced when it comes to helping with this important decision. Pick up the phone or schedule a meeting with us. We’re happy to talk through any questions you may have.
- Visit Jackson Academy. The best way to determine a fit for your child is to experience the JA community in person. Attend one of our admissions events or schedule a personal tour. The best way to experience JA is to visit JA.
- Complete the online application. We’ll need some basic information to get the admissions process rolling. Create an online account, and complete our application.
- Submit the necessary documentation. We’ll need a copy of your child’s birth certificate and a few additional items, depending on the specific academic division your child will enter.
Experience JA
Use the quick links below to schedule your visit to Jackson Academy through one of our Admission Events or a personal tour.
The environment is nurturing, faith based, and the teachers help the students to be well rounded, and independent learners. JA offers so much there’s really no way to describe it in a few sentences! Even if you don’t live in the heart of Jackson, it’s worth the drive!
Meet Our Admissions Team
Kayla Mosal
Director of Admission
601.364.5761
Email Kayla
Contact Kayla for general admission, enrollment and international information.
Kayla received her undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and her Master’s degree from Mississippi University for Women. She is married to Dr. Seth H. Mosal, a 2000 Jackson Academy graduate, and they have two children now attending JA. Kayla began working at Jackson Academy in 2012 and became the Director of Admission in 2017. She has a passion for working with people and is excited to speak with you about what JA has to offer your family.
Abbie Cox
Associate Director of Admission
601.364.5721
Email Abbie
Contact Abbie to learn more about Preschool and Lower School (Grades K2-5) enrollment information or to schedule a campus visit or admission screening.
Abbie graduated from the University of Mississippi with a degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction. She taught in JA’s Lower School for three years before joining the Admission Department in the summer of 2021. She is married to native Jacksonian Sam Cox. Abbie’s love of young children is apparent as she works with the families of our Preschool and Lower School.
Sarah Simmons
Admissions Counselor
601.364.5452
Email Sarah
Contact Sarah to learn more about JA’s Middle and Upper School, and to schedule a campus tour or admission testing.
Sarah graduated from Jackson Academy in 2016. She received her undergraduate and graduate degree from the University of Mississippi. Sarah has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Sarah taught in the lower school as a kindergarten teacher for two years before joining the Admission Department in the summer of 2024. Sarah is married to Davis Simmons, a 2016 Jackson Academy graduate, and they live in the Jackson area. She loves JA and cannot wait to work with families who want to learn more.
Catherine Burford
Admission Coordinator
601.364.5450
Email Catherine
Contact Catherine for any information about the general admission process and scheduling a campus visit.
A 2017 graduate of Jackson Academy, Catherine joined the Admission Department in 2024. She received her undergraduate degree from Mississippi State University and her graduate Master’s degree from Troy University. Catherine is the face of the front office in Admissions and is happy to assist with any general questions you have or direct you to the person who can best assist you.
Academic Calendar
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Oct 14Monday
Fall Holiday (No School)
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Oct 16Wednesday
PSAT: Grades 8 – 11, Life Skills for Grade 12
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Oct 21Monday
Preschool & Lower School Parent Conferences, no school Grades K2-5
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Oct 22Tuesday
JA Carnival
Visit Jackson Academy
Schedule your personal tour of JA’s campus by calling 601.364.5761 or clicking the link below.