Welcome to JMCSS!

Welcome to Jackson-Madison County Schools where you will find academic excellence, quality programs, competitive sports, trained instructors, and students obtaining the preparation they need to become tomorrow's leaders.

We are home to 23 unique schools that offer quality educational programs and enrichment opportunities to a diverse population of nearly 13,000 students. We are delighted that you have chosen to visit the website of Jackson-Madison County Schools.

District News

JMCSS chosen to receive state grant for summer reading camp

Reading is fun! That is the message of a summer reading camp the Jackson-Madison County School System will host in June of 2019 funded by a grant from the Tennessee Department of Education.

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New partnership with TCAT offers JMCSS students additional options and opportunities

Students in the Jackson-Madison County School System will soon have a new opportunity to get a jump start on post-secondary course work through a new partnership with the Tennessee College of Applied Technology.

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JMCSS teacher wins grant for “Free Little Library” for community

A group of third graders at Community Montessori School has a big job ahead of them. After a lesson on overcoming learning challenges around the world, they decided to help put books in kids’ hands right here at home by building a brand-new children’s library for the Jackson community.

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Coming in January: Community Connection Expo

Save the date (January 18th, 2019) to join us for our first Community Connection Expo, connecting JMCSS personnel and community agencies to provide support and information for JMCSS families all in one place! Find out more here.

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Join our Parent Workshop Series: Raising Highly Capable Kids!

JMCSS parent and guardians, check out our upcoming parent class series, Raising Highly Capable Kids! These workshops will give you forty essential skills that boost your student's success. This includes resources to help you support your child for academic achievement, behavior management, and preventing at-risk behavior. Click here for more information!

Classes are held on Tuesdays from January through April. The last day to sign up is January 11th, so don't delay - register here!

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Welcome to Jackson, Tennessee! Home of Blue Suede Shoes, Rockabilly and great barbecue! Also, Jackson is home to the Jackson-Madison County School System. In 2016, our Jackson-Madison County Schools are home to over 13,000 students that speak over 17 languages from very diverse backgrounds. Our district is home to nine elementary schools, three K-8 schools, four middle schools, three traditional high schools, one magnet high school and one early college high school.

Additionally, our district is also home to one Pre-K Center for the youngest citizens ages 2-4. Spend time visiting our school websites to see the unique educational offerings each school provides to the students of the Jackson-Madison County area.

If you are new to our district, visit our Prospective Families page to learn more!