Jackson School for the Arts
Serving talented students since 2001
About JSA
Established in 2001, Jackson School for the Arts (JSA) is a nonprofit arts academy within Jackson High School that provides an enriched arts education to talented students through specialized curriculum, activities, student organizations, and mentoring.
In addition to rigorous academic curriculum, JSA students are exposed to dance, theater, visual arts, vocal music, and instrumental music. Each student selects a concentration.
About Jackson High School
US News & World Report ranked Jackson High School number 983, placing it among the top 5.5% of nearly 18,000 schools in the nation. Jackson High School received an overall score of 94.49 out of 100.
Apply for JSA
2025 Application & Information
Complete the online application by April 10, 2025.
Learn more and apply now.
Upcoming Events
March 2025
Meraki Gallery Scholastics Show
February 10 to March 7
Band and Choir, District Large Group
March 14 & 15
Stark County Art Show Canton Museum
March, TBA
Jazz Desserts
March 16
Choir Senior Recital
March 18
Governor's Art Show (Regional)
March, TBA
JSA Trip to Europe
March 20 through March 29
JSA Arts Extravaganza
Thank you for making our event a succesS!
Thank you to the students, staff, families, volunteers, donors, and sponsors for your continued support and generosity.
More than 1,500 people attended our event which showcased the work of students in academics, theater, dance, visual art, vocal music, and instrumental music
in grades K-12 across the district.
Learn more about the student Art Experiences that are supported by the annual Extravaganza.
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Congratulations to JSA Scholastics Winners
Read more and get Exhibit and Award Ceremony details on our blog.
Scholastics Jewelry Winners
Congratulations to Gold Key Winner, Kenzie Tran. Congratulations to Silver Key Winners, Lilly Stark and Amelia Nonnamaker. Congratulations to Honorable Mention Winners, Adam Schrader and Amelia Nonnamaker. We are so pround of all of you.
Scholastics Fine Art Winners
Congratulations to Gold Key Winners Summer McFee, Ray Cho, Isabella Dalman, Emma Piercy, Amelia Nonnamaker, Cara Piland, Elysia Truex, and Emma Todich. Congratulations to Silver Key Winners, Elle Bettilyon, Brenna Charlick, and Isabella Liber. We are so proud of all of you.
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Calling JSA Volunteers
We could not accomplish what we do without our dedicated volunteers of all ages. There are so many ways you can contribute, from helping with special events to providing staff and student support, we always need your unique talents. Use our handy form to contact our Volunteer Coordinator.
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