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Welcome to ExcellenceEd – the official podcast of the University School of Jackson. From the heart of campus to the broader Bruin community, we bring you behind-the-scenes stories, student spotlights, alumni journeys, and conversations with the educators who make USJ…
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Guidance, Leadership, and Service at USJ (opens the original)
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What do guidance and advisory look like for Middle and Upper School students at USJ? In this episode of ExcellenceEd, MS/US Counselor Keli Gooch discusses how USJ supports students’ social, academic, and personal growth through guidance, advisory, leadership, and service. Keli also shares details about USJ’s Community Service Expo, where more than 20 local nonprofit organizations will visit campus to introduce students to their work and help them discover meaningful new ways to serve the Jackson
Business Office 101: Billing, EFS & LunchTab (opens the original)
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There are several new updates in the USJ Business Office this year, and we’re breaking down what families need to know. In this episode of Excellence Ed, USJ Chief Financial Officer Tiffany Hopper joins us to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about tuition and billing, Education Freedom Scholarships (EFS), financial aid, and the new LunchTab system. Tiffany explains how to access and navigate the new billing system, manage payment plans and payment methods, understand online pay
Attendance Matters! Understanding USJ’s New Attendance Policy (opens the original)
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There’s a lot of buzz around USJ’s new Middle and Upper School attendance policy, especially the opportunity for students to earn an exam exemption! In this episode of ExcellenceEd, Middle School Head Margaret Livingston and Upper School Head Dr. Shane Jacobs break down the new policy, explain how the exam exemption works, and share what students and parents need to know as we begin the school year. From attendance expectations and eligibility requirements to the reasoning behind the new incenti
Meet The Teachers: Middle & Upper School Edition (opens the original)
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A new school year brings new faces, new perspectives, and new opportunities for our students. In this episode, we're introducing you to some of the newest members of our Middle and Upper School faculty. You'll hear from our new teachers as they share a little about themselves, what brought them to USJ, what they’re most looking forward to this school year, and what they hope students will experience in their classrooms. We’re excited to welcome them to the Bruin family and give you the chance to
Back To School 2026: Lower School Edition (opens the original)
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As the new school year begins, Lower School Head Courtney Burnette joins us to help families prepare for a successful start. From easing first-day jitters to establishing routines, Courtney shares practical advice for parents of young learners and offers a look at what families can expect in the Lower School this year. Whether you're a first-time USJ parent or a returning family, this conversation is filled with helpful insights, encouragement, and tips to help your child start the school year w
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