Open Enrollment for Jackson Academic STEAM Academy

  • Application information for 2025-2026 is now available!

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    Welcome to Jackson Academic STEAM Academy (JASA)!  JASA supports students in kindergarten through 12th grade.

    JASA is the only virtual learning option for JMCSS.  Along with flexible schedules and innovative learning opportunities, students login daily for “LIVE” classes where they participate with their teachers and peers.  JASA also offers unique extracurricular activities such as E-Sports, Green Power (Electric Car Racing), FFA, Beta Club, Robotics, DECA, Drama, and weekly STEAM enrichment activities.

    JASA offers opportunities in Advanced Placement courses and Dual Enrollment classes taken through partnerships with Union University, Jackson State, and TCAT.  Students earn both high school and college credit through these classes with sections offered both online and in person.

    Other offerings include Work Based Learning and LOOP where students have the chance to engage in hands-on learning and monetary compensation that can lead to future job opportunities after graduation.  

    Grades 9-12 have the following Programs of Study to select from:

    Environmental and Natural Resource Management

    Become a good steward of our environment and natural resources through this program of study.  This program of study covers environmental public policy, the management of ecosystems and the current agricultural practices used to cultivate major crops in the West Tennessee Region, including Drone Technology. 

    Cybersecurity/Gaming and Coding

    Want to know how to get rid of computer virus threats?  Would you love to design video games?  Cybersecurity is for you.  This program explores malware threats, emerging technologies, and organizational security.  Students will also learn the fundamentals of programming and opportunities offered in the gaming profession. 

    Marketing, Distribution, and Logistics

    This series of courses provides students with a strong foundation in entrepreneurship, marketing, and business management. Introduction to Entrepreneurship introduces key concepts such as business ownership, management functions, finance, marketing, and legal considerations, while also developing critical skills in leadership and communication. Marketing and Management I focuses on foundational marketing strategies, including promotion, distribution, digital marketing, and career exploration within marketing and supply chain management. In Entrepreneurship, students apply their knowledge to create and evaluate business ideas, conduct market research, and develop a comprehensive business plan, culminating in a professional entrepreneurial pitch. Together, these courses equip students with the skills and insights necessary to succeed in business ownership, marketing, and management roles.