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Welcome to Jackson Prep Student Media, the home for student-created print media, broadcasts, podcasts, and more. Every video, photo, interview, and production featured on this page is created and edited by Jackson Prep students.

Through award-winning programs such as JPTV, Prep’s broadcast news program; The Sentry, Jackson Prep’s student newspaper; and The Prep Perspective, Prep’s student podcast, students gain valuable hands-on experience in journalism, broadcasting, writing, photography, video production, podcasting, editing, and digital storytelling.
These programs extend learning beyond the classroom by giving students opportunities to develop communication, collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and leadership skills while producing meaningful content for the Jackson Prep community.
Student Media lets students tell their school's stories while gaining real-world experience that prepares them for college, careers, and an ever-changing media landscape.

 

The Sentry

The Sentry is the student newspaper of Jackson Preparatory School. It is prepared by students for the entire Prep community. The staff hopes to inform, to educate, to entertain, and to question for the betterment of Prep and the lives of people in the Jackson community.

CLICK HERE to access the online version of the The Sentry!

 

The Prep Perspective

Jackson Prep’s student-led podcast, offering a front-row seat to life at Prep. Each episode brings you stories, updates, and conversations that highlight the people, events, and spirit that make our school community unique. From the classroom to the playing field, from the arts to student life, The Prep Perspective is your inside look at what’s happening at Jackson Prep, told directly by the voices of our students.

The podcast was named the MSPA Podcast of the Year in 2026

In the very first episode of The Prep Perspective, host Ella Douglas sits down with the Jackson Prep Admissions Team for an inside look at the application and admissions process. With applications for the 2026–27 school year opening September 15, this episode covers everything families need to know, straight from the source.

Allyn Ray has been working at Jackson Prep for 45 years, and is retiring at the end of this school year. She reflects back on some of her favorite memories and how things have changed throughout the decades on campus.

As we get closer to picking our schedules for next year, we bring you the answers to several different questions students may have regarding AP courses, including what sets these classes apart from a normal course.

Ella Douglas sits down with Emily Waterloo, the Director of Performing Arts, to talk about the show choir season, the spring play, and more!

Aili Leggett talks with Jackson Prep Director of Student Life Sarah Atkinson about the revamped Student Life and Leadership program, the spotlight on Prep’s community partner for the year, and how they were selected.

 

JPTV

JPTV is Jackson Prep’s student-led broadcast program, giving students hands-on experience in journalism, television production, and digital media. Students research, write, film, edit, and produce stories covering the people, events, and activities that make up the Jackson Prep community.

Through JPTV, students develop skills in interviewing, storytelling, on-camera presentation, camera operation, audio production, and video editing while learning to work as a professional production team. The program’s goal is to create an engaging, informative newscast that keeps the Jackson Prep community connected and gives students an authentic experience in modern broadcast journalism.

2026-27 JPTV Episodes

JPTV Episode 6 - 10/09/2026

In this week's episode, we recap Prep's big win over rival Jackson Academy last Friday. Plus, a look ahead to Tuesday's ACT/PSAT testing, and students share their thoughts on the current phone policy on campus.

JPTV Episode 5 - 10/02/2026

In this week's episode, we look back at a successful homecoming week, look ahead to tonight's game against Jackson Academy, and check-in on how Mr. Upchurch's first year as Head of Upper School is going.

JPTV Episode 4 - 9/25/2026

In this week's episode, we explore what it means to "Go Gold". Plus, a preview of tonight's homecoming dance and how softball is preparing for the postseason.

JPTV Episode 3 - 9/18/2026

In this episode, we take a look at how the new Club Hub app is helping students across campus. Plus, a look at the new era beginning in the woodshop, and students and faculty share their take on the upcoming LSU vs. Ole Miss game.

JPTV Episode 2 - 9/11/2026

In this episode, we talk with Jackson Prep faculty about the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001. Plus, we sit down with Coach Mark Alexander as he begins his first year at Prep and provide an update on varsity football.

JPTV Episode 1 - 9/4/2026

In the first episode of the school year, we introduce the first half of our JPTV team and provide updates on some of the on-campus changes, including the new schedule, new uniforms, and ongoing construction.