There are many benefits of being in JROTC in high school, whether you attend a public school or a military boarding school. The Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program helps students gain confidence, become more physically fit, and prepare for college...
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.
The Best Military Schools in America
Key Takeaways: Find the best military schools in America for your teenager by reviewing the lists provided below. We have included a Top 5 list as well as the Top 15 military schools as ranked by Boarding School Review. . Explore what makes some U.S. military schools...
How to Choose the Best Boarding School
Key Takeaways Understand the benefits of a boarding school education. Do your research and compare various types of boarding schools and their options. Follow key steps: define your priorities, prepare for campus visits, explore financial aid, and learn how to apply....
The ‘Why, When and How’s’ of Learning a Foreign Language
There are many important reasons for learning a foreign language beyond fulfilling a graduation or college entrance requirement. Pandatree.com lists several reasons for children to learn a foreign language well before they enter high school.
Behind the Gates of a Modern Military Academy: Myths & Truths About Boys’ Military Boarding Schools
Parents, counselors, and even boys themselves often wonder what really happens inside a modern military academy. Far from the clichés, a well-run boys’ military boarding school is a college-preparatory community where structure, mentorship, and leadership training...
Neuroscience and Boy’s Education: How Boys Learn Differently
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...
Debunking the Biggest Myths About Military Boarding Schools
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...
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...
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...
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...