Peter Jernberg
President Emeritus, Jackson Academy
Professional Bio
Peter Jernberg retired from his role as president of Jackson Academy in 2014, after 47 years of service. His career began in 1967 at Indianola Academy where he served as history teacher, coach, and academic dean before being appointed head in 1979. In 1988, Jernberg was named head of Jackson Academy.
He served in a variety of leadership roles for MAIS, SAIS, SACS, and AdvancED, including as chair of the SAIS board and vice-chair of the SACS board. He holds bachelor of arts and master of education degrees from Delta State University.
He served in a variety of leadership roles for MAIS, SAIS, SACS, and AdvancED, including as chair of the SAIS board and vice-chair of the SACS board. He holds bachelor of arts and master of education degrees from Delta State University.
Awards
2013 SAIS Distinguished Service Award