Key Takeaways: Find out how cognitive neuroscience is informing and having an impact at an all-boys school for grades 7-12. Discover how faculty and staff at Army and Navy Academy leverage findings from cognitive neuroscience by creating interactive lessons and rewards systems to motivate learning...
ACADEMY PERSPECTIVES
Army and Navy Academy’s blog is a window into life at California’s premiere college preparatory military boarding school. Here, we’ll share cadet stories, achievements, insights from our leadership team, and information for families interested in boy brain science and the Gurian model. Whether you’re a prospective family exploring what sets the Academy apart or a member of our vibrant Warrior community, you’ll find exciting and informative perspectives.
Is Military School Bad? Debunking the Biggest Myths
Whether you are a teenager or a parent, you may be influenced by some common myths about military schools and even be asking if military school is bad or just for bad kids. So let’s dispel some common myths and misconceptions about military schools so you can see the many benefits of military...
Benefits of Boarding Schools in the U.S.
There are over 128,000 K-12 schools in the United States, of which, approximately 98,000 are public schools and about 30,000 are private. Only 5% of U.S. school children attend boarding schools although boarding schools are known for offering rigorous academics, small class sizes, and strong...
Boarding School vs Day School: Which Private School Option Is Best for Your Teen?
Making a choice between a boarding school vs. a nonresidential private school is a decision that can have a significant impact on your teen’s academic and personal development; therefore, it really is critical to understand the basic differences. Both private day schools and boarding schools fall...
Why So Many Male Students are Falling Behind in School
Boys are facing unprecedented obstacles to their academic success that begin early in life and compound throughout college and their early careers. School performance data, test scores, college acceptance and dropout rates, and salary data all indicate boys and young men are falling behind. “The...
5 Things Private Schools Offer that Public Schools Don’t
What is the difference between private and public schools? As you explore educational options, in most cases, you will find private school benefits include: smaller class sizes, more individualized attention, and a higher standard of conduct. Private schools may also offer a stronger sense of...
Reasons Private High School Is Worth the Investment
Discover the many reasons why private education is worth it and how private schools deliver high outcomes. As a case in point, we will showcase some of the benefits you will find at a top ranked private school in California. What Does “Worth It” Mean for Your Family? Debating whether or not...
Best Test Taking Tips
Need to find the best test taking tips for taking high school exams and college entrance tests? Whether you are preparing to take the ACT or SAT or simply trying to ace upcoming exams in high school academics, these tips will help you develop strong test-taking skills that lead to high test...
Tips for Securing ROTC Scholarships
Thinking about ways to attend college tuition-free or receive college scholarships? You could consider a military service academy or an ROTC university. Of course, bear in mind that these institutions all require military service after you graduate, unlike JROTC at the high school level. If you’re...
The Benefits of Team Sports
Team sports not only improve fitness, but also boost motivation, discipline and resilience in elementary, middle and high school students. Not surprisingly, other benefits of playing team sports include strengthening spiritual health in teens through leadership training, character development, and...