Upper School Counseling

We partner with family, community, and fellow educators to empower all Jackson Academy Upper School students to become active planners in their academic, professional, and personal goals.

With this in mind, the Upper School counseling office offers the following opportunities and services:

  • Consult with students individually and in small groups, interventions, and referrals to outside professionals.
  • Advise students on scheduling and course selection.
  • Prepare students for the college admissions process.
  • Administer and interpret the ACT, PSAT, and AP tests.
  • Coordinate Dual Enrollment course offerings. 
  • Invite special topic speakers to campus and maintain a library of community resources.
  • Lead service projects and other programs outside the counseling office.
  • Organize and plan ACT and PSAT workshops.
  • Coordinate parent/teacher conferences.

JA Upper School students can make appointments on their own to meet with a member of the counseling staff. When making an appointment, avoid scheduling during tests or core classes (English, math, science, history, foreign language, etc.).

Meet the Counseling Staff

Amy Bush
College Counselor

Amy Bush holds a Bachelor of Arts from Mississippi College. Mrs. Bush is here to help students as they navigate the college admissions process and prepare for life beyond JA. She can be reached at 601.364.5769 or abush@jacksonacademy.org.

Mandy Robertson
Student Services Support

Mandy Robertson earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with an emphasis in Public Relations from Mississippi State University. Mrs. Robertson is here to support students, families, and the counseling staff in a variety of ways. Contact her for assistance with records. She can be reached at 601.364.5724 or mrobertson@jacksonacademy.org.

Andrea Ferguson
Upper School Counselor

Andrea. Ferguson holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Business and a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi College. Mrs. Ferguson is here to help students succeed emotionally and academically during their Upper School years. She can be reached at 601.364.5719 or aferguson@jacksonacademy.org.

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Upper School Calendar

  • Oct 09
    Wednesday

    Refreshed/Bonded Bible Studies @ Lunch

  • Oct 10
    Thursday

    Assembly Schedule – JV Pep Rally

  • Oct 14
    Monday

    Fall Holiday: No School

  • Oct 16
    Wednesday

    PSAT Day (Grades 8-11)

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