Why Boarding and Military Schools Produce Influential Leaders It may come as no surprise that many of the world’s most influential and prominent figures share a common educational foundation; they attended a boarding school or military school in the U.S. or one of the highly selective military...
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.
Raising Confident Young Men: Science-Backed Strategies
As a parent, you may be wondering about how to build up your son’s confidence. To raise confident boys, bear in mind that this process is not about reinforcing every positive action. It’s really about helping your son develop a strong belief in his own ability to handle challenges in various...
Army and Navy Academy Robotics Team Goes Undefeated, Earns National Qualification with Three Top Awards at San Diego Regional JROTC Competition
Army and Navy Academy’s Robotics Team delivered a dominant performance at the Army JROTC San Diego Regional Competition, earning an undefeated record and capturing three of the event’s highest honors against many of the top teams in the Pacific region. Hosted by the 8th Brigade Army ROTC, the...
Discovering Your Inner Drive: The Importance of Hustle and Authenticity in Success
A straight, encouraging reminder for boys and parents: effort is a choice, brotherhood is real, and you do not have to pretend to be someone else to succeed.Life Before ANA: When a Parent Makes the Hard Call Cezar Mansour, Class of 1984, does not romanticize his story. He tells it the way he lived...
Discipline That Lasts: What Colonel Cass (’81) Says Separates Leaders From Followers
A conversation about standards, purpose, and the quiet ways boys learn to lead. Series note This is a standalone episode of the Army and Navy Academy podcast. If you are exploring how boys grow through structure, mentorship, and leadership training, we invite you to watch the episode and browse...
The Resilience Revolution: Why Today’s Kids Need to Learn to Fall and Get Back Up
Series Note This article is based on Episode 3 of a three-part Army and Navy Academy podcast series featuring Academy President Barry Shreiar and bestselling author and educational consultant Dr. Michael Gurian, founder of the Gurian Institute. In Episode 3, they turn their focus to parenting,...
Screens, Digital Toxins, And The Developing Male Brain
Series note This article is based on Episode 2 of a three-part Army and Navy Academy podcast series featuring Academy President Barry Shreiar and bestselling author and educational consultant Dr. Michael Gurian, founder of the Gurian Institute. In Episode 1, they explored how boy brain science...
How Understanding Male Brain Differences Can Transform Boys’ Education & Mental Health
Series Note This article is based on episode 1 of a three-part Army and Navy Academy podcast series featuring Academy President Barry Shreiar and bestselling author and educational consultant Dr. Michael Gurian, founder of the Gurian Institute. In Episode 1, they lay the foundation, explaining how...
From Cadet to Millionaire to ANA Historian: Alumnus Brad Larsen Tells His Story
A reflective story about how a quiet cadet found confidence, purpose, and lifelong brotherhood, and why today’s boys should lean all the way in while they are here. At a Glance: Key Takeaways Growth often starts quietly, especially for boys who prefer to stay under the radar. The biggest regret...
How Can Discipline and Mental Toughness Shape Your Future Success?
A practical, real-world guide to helping boys build habits, resilience, and better decision-making, at school, at home, and beyond. This episode of the Army and Navy Academy podcast features a special guest whose career has been built around preparedness, responsibility, and performance under...