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Darion, Carlyle and Adrian competed in the OKSE League (Oklahoma Scholastics Esports) playing Apex Legends against 16 teams. At the end of the 5 game competition they achieved 3rd place overall. It was a close 5th game with 4 teams, Jones Academy included, being eligible for the championship. They qualified for the state competition by getting 5th place out of 51 teams in the Scissortail Division having monthly tournaments that started in January.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

PSA: Jones Academy will be testing its warning system today at noon.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

🌞🌕 Today's the day! Our young astronomers watched the solar eclipse of 2024! 🌑🔭 Excitement fills the air as elementary and high school students gather with their eclipse glasses, eager to witness this incredible celestial event together! 🎉✨ #SolarEclipse2024 #FutureAstronomers #STEMeducation 🚀🔍

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

Do you know the eligibility requirements to be admitted to Jones Academy? To be eligible for admission, students must be a member of a federally recognized tribe and are required to be in good standing with the school they are transferring from. The admissions committee, made up of administrative and management staff, carefully evaluates all applications to ensure they meet the eligibility criteria for admission.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

🚀 Exciting News for 5-12th grade students! Join us at STEAM Camp for an unforgettable experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics! Dive into hands-on workshops, connect with peers, and ignite your passion for innovation. Don't miss out! Register now with the link below or the QR codes on this posts images. • Senior (Grades 9-12): https://chocta.ws/pehlichi-senior • Junior (Grades 5-8): https://chocta.ws/pehlichi-junior #ChoctawNation #STEAMCamp #Innovation #Education 🌟🔬🎨

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

"February Student of the Month" Desmond Crawford is a 5th grade student in Mrs. Holeman's class. Desmond is a Choctaw Nation tribal member. His favorite color is red, and he enjoys reading, playing video games, and watching TV. When Desmond grows up, he wants to build his own YouTube channel and become a gamer. Isabella Hatcher is a 4th grade student in Mrs. Guthrie's class. Isabella is a member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. Her favorite color is sky blue, and she enjoys drawing, riding her bike, swimming and reading. When Isabella grows up, she wants to be a nurse. Justin Spenser is a member of the Seminole tribe. His hobbies include playing basketball, baseball, football, and hanging out with his friends. His plans for the future are to finish school, join the military, and possibly play Major League Baseball and in the NBA. Taleah Bullbear is a proud member of the Oglala Sioux tribe. In her free time she enjoys working out, playing volleyball, reading, sleeping, listening to music, hanging out with her friends and family. Her plans for the future are to finish high school, go to college and eventually own her own business.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

Spring Warrior Run 5K will be April 13,2024. All proceeds will go towards the senior class trip. Registration will begin at 7am at the gym, and the race will begin from the gym at 8am. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/jones-academy-spring-warrior-run-5k-tickets-855543693217

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

Jones Academy will be testing its warning system today at noon.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

Jones Academy high school students toured the College of the Muscogee Nation campus on February 22nd. The students were honored to have Principal Chief David Hill and Jeff Fife, Chief of Staff, along with Councilman Galen Cloud come by to visit and welcome them.

about 1 year ago, Jones Academy

At Jones Academy, we're dedicated to preparing students for success in all areas of life! From certified teachers providing academic coaching to one-on-one technology support, our Student Success Center ensures every student stays on track to achieve their goals. Plus, we offer ACT Prep, college visits, and STEAM opportunities to broaden horizons. With scholarship assistance and career readiness activities, we're committed to empowering our students for bright futures. #JonesAcademy #AcademicSuccess #EmpoweringStudents

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

Zachary Sterling is a proud member of the Muscogee Creek Nation tribe. He enjoys playing games, working out, watching movies, and hanging out with his friends and family. Zach plans to finish high school, join the army, and see the world. Kaya Zimiga is a proud member of the Rosebud Sioux tribe. In her free time, she enjoys listening and dancing to music, playing volleyball, working out, hanging with friends and family, especially her younger brother clayton. Kaya is a senior who will graduate in May, where she plans to further her education at a four-year university majoring in anthropology and philosophy. She someday hopes to be an archaeologist. Promise Burris is a 3rd grade student in Mrs. Wells' class. Promise is a member of the Ponca Tribe. Her favorite color is yellow, and she loves to play basketball & stickball, read, and hang out with friends. Promise wants to be a doctor when she grows up. Jorje Hernandez is a 4th grade student in Mrs. Guthrie's class. Jorje is a Seminole Nation of Oklahoma tribal member. His favorite colors are black, white, and red. He enjoys playing basketball, dodgeball, and video games. When Jorje grows up, he wants to be a Guest Service Manager for a big hotel.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

6-12th grade students participated in a STEAM Valentines box contest. Students also shared Valentines and enjoyed sweet treats during the STEAM event. Winners 1st Place- Isabel (Candy Shack) 2nd Place- Mickeal (Heart cake) 3rd Place- Eva (Hippo)

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

PSA: Jones Academy will be conducting a siren test today at approximately 2:45pm.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

The Jones Academy high school Botball team is gearing up for competition season, using autonomous robots, coding and engineering skills to gain leadership and teamwork experience while addressing real-world needs. It's inspiring to see young people engaged in problem-solving and gaining valuable skills for the future. Good Luck!

about 1 year ago, Jones Academy

Did you know that Jones Academy Elementary has so much to offer? The elementary serves both residential and day students with personalized instruction accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and the Bureau of Indian Education. They focus on prioritizing and preserving culture by offering weekly language and culture-driven classes. Their extracurricular activities vary from athletic driven to academic success to liberal arts by providing basketball, track, agriculture, stock show programs, and STEAM opportunities like robotics, Esports, band and art.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

🚀 Exciting news! Jones Academy is thrilled to take part on an out-of-this-world project. Choctaw Nation's heirloom seeds are on a journey in the International Space Station with Boeing's support. Native American youth at Jones Academy will explore the seeds' growth upon their return, merging science, space exploration, and cultural heritage. Thanks to Boeing's commitment to STEM education, this unique project is set to inspire and educate students. Stay tuned for updates on this incredible space adventure! 🌱🔬 #STEMeducation #SpaceExploration #CulturalHeritage Follow the link to read the article. https://www.choctawnation.com/biskinik/news/seeds-in-space-choctaw-nations-heirloom-seeds-launched-to-iss/

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

Photo by NASA. Five varieties of seeds are pictured inside the ISS cupola.

November Students of the Month: Whitney Grizzle is a proud member of the Choctaw tribe of Oklahoma. In her free time, she enjoys sewing, cooking with friends and family, decorating for every holiday, and helping others. When she graduates high school, she plans on finishing her childcare program and getting a job on a cruise ship as a childcare specialist. She wants to do what she enjoys and get to see the world while doing it. Clayton Zimiga is a member of the Rosebud Sioux tribe. He enjoys hanging out with his friends, playing basketball, fishing, and riding dirt bikes. In the future Clayton plans to graduate high school, go to college for a major he hasn't completely decided on yet, and to get a good job that will allow him to take care of his mother when she is older. Manny Wickson is a 6th grade student in Mrs. Martin's class. Manny is a Choctaw Nation tribal member. His favorite color is lavender, and he enjoys drawing, hanging out with friends, and listening to stories from elders. Manny wants to be a clothing designer when he grows up. Myrissa Ealey is a 6th grade student in Mrs. Martin's class. Myrissa is a member of the Cherokee Nation. Her favorite color is white, and she enjoys horseback riding, going on scavenger hunts, spending time with friends and family, and listening to music. When Myrissa grows up, she wants to be a nurse.

over 55 years ago, Jones Academy

November 23 High School Students of the month

November 23 Elementary School Students of the month

Alumni Spotlight - Kielind Jim ”I came to Jones Academy in 2011 following my 7th grade year. It was a new experience for me as it was my first time living away from home, away from my mom and my grandma. But, it was an experience that I needed to help me gain the confidence to do things I wanted to do. It also sparked my interest in my culture, and I learned a lot from my friends from Mississippi that I probably wouldn't have learned on my own if I hadn't come to Jones. The friend experience that I had there was amazing, and the memories I had will live with me forever. There was happiness, triumph, success, and heartbreak, but everything I learned and experienced helped me grow and shape me into the person that I am today. My favorite time at Jones Academy was probably the Thanksgiving meal that we shared with all the students. There was a time when we all sat down and enjoyed the meal together, from the little kids up to the seniors, and just the smiles and laughter that roared from the cafeteria was an amazing thing to see. A lot of the friends that I made at Jones became family to me, and the staff made it a second home. I will never forget the staff who helped raise me into the man I am today. Some are still at Jones, some have moved on in their careers or their lives, and some are no longer with us, but I will forever cherish the lessons that they taught me. I started the Jones Academy stickball team in 2014 after we had students from Mississippi and around Choctaw Nation who wanted to play. But we couldn't get on any other community team, so I talked to Brad Spears at the time, and he told me that I needed to sacrifice that last season and be a coach if we were going to make this work. I did, and we came out on top that year, our first year as a team in the Choctaw Nation Youth League, and we came out as champions. It was an amazing season, and the very last game was down to the wire. But I can still see that shot in my head, the excitement from everybody on the sidelines. My most memorable years were my junior and senior years. A lot happened in those years that shaped my future, from ACT prep to the dreaded history project in my junior year. I decided to quit athletics my junior year and try to focus more on my culture because I couldn't do both, and it helped me have this drive to learn and teach my culture. Even though all the terrible things you may hear about boarding schools and all the history that comes with them, Jones Academy was different, and I think different is what some of us needed. I currently work as an Archaeological Technician, Cultural Advisor, and GIS Analyst for the Choctaw Nation in Durant, OK since November 2020. In this role, I specialize in using tools and techniques to document our cultural heritage and ensure that people are represented and documented accurately. I input data gleaned from artifacts discovered during archaeological excavations into the internal database for additional scientific analysis. I assess artifacts and note physical properties in exact detail, inspect, date, and authenticate material evidence, and document information for research purposes. I maintain compliance with record-keeping standards, documentation processes, and chain-of-custody requirements. I write about and present research findings for a variety of specialized and general audiences. I explain the cultural, physical, and social development of humans based on data compiled from literature and field research. I build lasting professional relationships with fellow archaeologists through information sharing and effective communication, promoting advancements in the field through collaboration and collective research. I produce in-depth reports and publish findings via papers in field journals. I enhance my knowledge of cultures by conducting field studies and by practicing indigenous archaeology. I am grateful to Jones Academy and the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma for their support as I have reached many heights in my life and career. Yakoke."

over 1 year ago, Jones Academy