JR2 Ignite CAPS (Center for Advanced Professional Studies) is a profession-based program at Jackson High School that allows students to explore a variety of career options while learning industry-specific content, experience real-world projects, gain confidence in vital professional skills, and make connections that will benefit the future of the student, business, and community.

• career exploration in medical, business, or education pathways

• year long, off-campus, 3 hours of schedule

• internships + real world learning

• 3 practical arts credit, 1 embedded ELA credit, college credit

• weighted course beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year

Ignite is a proud member of the CAPS network.