In Jackson, we know education is the key to a prosperous economy and a strong workforce. A quality education at every level is highly needed to fulfill the needs of our business community. Our education institutions are regarded as some of the best in the nation. Part of our workforce development strategy is talent retention. Jackson continuously produces great minds, skilled workers, and remarkable talents who have gone on to accomplish great things. It is our goal to motivate our best and brightest to call Jackson home, to stay here and make an impact.
The Jackson-Madison County School system is a Level 5 District comprised of 26 elementary, middle and high schools. With 16 schools being designated Level 4 or Level 5 by the Tennessee Department of Education, three new schools recently built, local college and university partnerships, early college high associate degree options and work-based learning and industry certifications, our public schools are providing quality education to students. From elementary through high school, Jackson-Madison County School System works to meet the needs of every student.
While our local public school system has amazing success, Jackson’s private schools provide options for a different learning environment ideal for some students. Currently, our community offers diverse private school options ranging from preparatory and faith-based models to a unique, classical curriculum that spans elementary school through high school.
Public and private. Big and small. Four-year, community and technical schools. With eight local colleges and universities, Jackson is very much a thriving city with a focus on higher education. Over 11,000 students each year choose Jackson to pursue academic paths from liberal arts and business to engineering, architecture, medicine, science and theology. Our wide array of undergraduate, graduate and continuing education programs make it easy to access a lifelong education.
Dual Enrollment – High school students can be dually enrolled at two institutions at the same time. At the high school level, the class is applied toward their high school diploma and while at Jackson State Community College and the Tennessee College of Applied Technology they are receiving hours toward their programs certificate or diploma.
Join young professionals from all over the country for a summer program that gives you a chance to network with thriving businesses, taste delicious and local foods. Discover all that this growing town has to offer by going to https://experiencejacksontn.com/
Jackson Central Merry Early College high gives students the unique opportunity to graduate with a high school diploma and an associate’s degree simultaneously. Early college high offers a rigorous college prep/workforce readiness curriculum through courses in advanced manufacturing, information technology, allied health and education. Learn more by going to https://www.jmcss.org/jcm
This program is a unique work-based learning opportunity where students attend a modified school day for academic credit through an online learning lab model with teacher support and work experience at their industry placement for the remainder of the day. Learn more at https://www.jmcss.org/Domain/1316
MFG Day is manufacturing’s biggest annual opportunity to inspire the next generation, positively shift perceptions about the industry, and build the foundation for the manufacturing workforce of the future. Learn more at https://www.mfgday.com/
P2P began as a hands-on, interactive career expo for all 8th graders. For each Career Cluster, students learn about the career options and the education levels and salaries associated with those careers. In addition, students use their career and skills assessments to match their interests and abilities with careers. Discover more at https://www.pathways2possibilities.org/
TNAchieves is the partnering organization to the TN Promise Scholarship in 74 of the 95 counties in Tennessee to increase higher education opportunities for Tennessee high school students by providing last-dollar scholarships with mentor guidance. Learn more by going to https://tnachieves.org/
Tennessee Promise is a scholarship program to help more Tennessee high school graduates attend college.
The Tennessee Reconnect program helps more adults attend a community college or technical college and complete a postsecondary degree or credential, tuition-free. Learn more at https://tnreconnect.gov/
