Jefferson Academy
Parent MEETING
Winter 2026
October 22nd
Commitment to development is a daily choice to get one percent better.
Nick Saban
Athletic Department
We Benefit Those
We Serve!
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Social Media
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Athletic Department
Building The Root
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Participation Fees
Unpaid fees- will result in the student athlete not being able to play until the fees are paid in full.
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JA Junior High Handbook
Safety and Security Protocol
Evacuate, Evade and Defend is our protocol .
The Jefferson Academy Athletic Handbook represents the foundation of our program and the standards that guide our student-athletes, coaches, families, and community.
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Grade Eligibility
academic responsibility and being prepared to compete.
being a student-athlete starts with being a student. Student-athletes must maintain eligibility by passing all classes. Any student-athlete with an F will be unable to participate in competitions from Monday through Sunday until eligibility is restored.
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Attendance on Game Day
Attendance Impacts Participation
Student-athletes must attend school on game day to participate. Any absence must be properly communicated through the attendance office and excused. Unexcused absences will result in the student-athlete being unable to compete. JA JH Handbook
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Weather Related Information
When Weather Changes,
We Adapt
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Spectator Expectations
Our Culture Shows Up
Every cheer, interaction, and response helps shape the culture and experience we create for our student-athletes.
Love and Community
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Team Snap
One Team.
One Communication
Jefferson Academy Athletics uses TeamSnap to create consistent communication between coaches, student-athletes, and families.
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Parent Standards
Your Response Matters
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Communication with Coach Expectations
partnership, trust, and working together
At Jefferson Academy, we believe the best athletic experiences happen when student-athletes, families, and coaches work together as partners. We encourage open, respectful communication that supports the growth of each student-athlete while trusting coaches to guide and make decisions that are in the best interest of the team. Allow the 24 hour rule- JA JH Handbook
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Volunteers
You're part of this too
Athletics is strongest when families are involved. We invite you to share your time throughout the season. Whether you volunteer once or throughout the year, your support makes a lasting impact on our student-athletes and athletic programs.
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Officials
It Comes Back to Love and Community
We expect all members of the Jaguar community to treat officials with respect, demonstrate good sportsmanship, and model the character and integrity we want our student-athletes to display.
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Safety and Security
Evacuate, Evade and Defend is our protocol .
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Development is Key
JA JH Sports
We Benefit Those We Serve
Thank You For Choosing JA Athletics