See why it's great to be a Knight!
Use the buttons below for helpful quick links to view the 2025-2026 JFWA Academic Calendar, keep up with important events at JFWA, find out more about the KPA (Knights Parents Association), view or print easy Dress Code visuals, and read the 2025-2026 JFWA Student Handbook! Our classrooms are filled with students who approach their studies with a genuine desire to learn. The universal support and enthusiasm among faculty, staff and parents/guardians creates an environment that encourages academic excellence. We believe high standards for character will lead students to embrace challenges in and out of the classroom and, ultimately, to succeed. Our goal is to foster honor, respect, and compassion in each student and provide them with an exceptional learning environment to prepare them for further education. Our graduates are ready to go into post-secondary education with the confidence to thrive, the tools for life-long learning, and the conviction to make a positive impact.
At J. Frank White Academy, the safety of our students and school community is a top priority that isn't left to chance. Here are a few ways JFWA prioritizes safety:
Estate of Anne B. Shirley Establishes Full-Tuition Scholarship for JFWA Students
April 21, 2026
The estate of Anne B. Shirley has made a generous $141,000 gift to Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) to establish the Anne B. and Ellis C. Shirley scholarship, a new full-tuition scholarship that will expand access to a J. Frank White Academy (JFWA) education for upper school students in grades nine through 12.
JFWA Launches Revolutionary CrisisAlert System in Bold Campus Safety Overhaul
March 11, 2026
Lincoln Memorial University has launched a sweeping new safety initiative at J. Frank White Academy, anchored by the development of the CENTEGIX CrisisAlert System and a comprehensive upgrade of campus security technology.
JFWA Introduces Balladeers Choir Group
March 25, 2025
J. Frank White Academy (JFWA) has expanded its thriving music program with the formation of the JFWA Balladeers, a new vocal ensemble directed by Dr. Kristy Bay, Lincoln Memorial University’s (LMU) Executive Director of Administration.
