My name is Ms. Jayla Jackson, and I am honored to serve as your Foods & Nutrition I instructor this school year! Lexington is home to me, and as a proud, born-and-raised Yellow Jacket, returning to teach in these halls is a true privilege.

After LSHS, I attended UNC-Chapel Hill, becoming a proud first-generation college graduate ('24) with a B.A. in Human Organizational Leadership Development. I then gained hands-on experience in HR and startup operations, managing high-volume venue concessions at UNC, ECU, and NC State. While managing large-scale food service operations sharpened my leadership skills, my heart remained tied to my roots. Driven by my Christian faith and a commitment to servant leadership, I transitioned from the industry to my hometown to give back to my community.

Now in my second year of teaching, my mission is to help students connect essential life skills to the classroom. Being named the 2025–2026 District Beginning Teacher of the Year was a milestone that reflects my dedication to our scholars. In Foods & Nutrition I, I aim to create a warm, structured space where students master food safety, cooking essentials, and nutrition science to prepare them for real-world success beyond high school.

• Email: jjackson@lexcs.org
  

• Classroom: Room 4, Main Hall
  

• Phone: (336) 242-1574 ext. 2268
  

• Best Contact Method: Remind App

  • 1st Block: @haf7a4

  • 3rd Block: @739cabh

  • 4th Block: @fkh7g4