Jackson debated on the national circuit for 2 years at Klein Oak High School in Texas. He quarterfinalled the Tournament of Champions his senior year, was a semifinalist of TFA State, finalist of the Harvard Round Robin, finalist of the King Round Robin, winner of Strake, and winner of UH. He served as the president of his school’s speech and debate program for over 3 years. As a debater, he read all types of arguments. He will be attending the Canfield Business Honors Program at UT Austin.