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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.

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How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

Learn why mentoring occurs naturally at U.S. boarding schools. It is important for students to understand the value of mentorship while they are in high school so they seek out mentorship and guidance. Mentors in high school can be administrators, teachers, coaches,...

How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

Benefits of Learning English at American Boarding Schools

Learning English can be extremely difficult; however, learning English at an American Boarding School is well worth it. Here are some of the benefits and reasons why more students are choosing to study abroad in the U.S.  Practice Makes Perfect  - Practice English...

How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

10 Ways to Overcome College Admission Challenges

Applying to college can be an intimidating process at first. However, college counseling services in high school can help any student feel more confident when applying to colleges and universities. They will help you navigate the challenges listed below and provide...

How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

How to Find the Right Private School for Your Child

Finding the right private school for your child can prove challenging. By following these simple steps during the research phase, it will save you countless hours. In addition, once you have pinned down some schools to explore, follow our tips to check out the schools...

How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

Tips to Get into Annapolis, and Other Service Academies

Thinking about applying to one of the service academies like West Point or Annapolis? Get a competitive edge by considering a military boarding school and by following these top 10 tips. It will be critical to stand out from the competition and follow the guidelines...

How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

STEM vs. STEAM in Boarding Schools

  Explore the differences between STEM and STEAM. While STEM provides a distilled curricular focus on the core: science, technology, engineering, and math, STEAM adds an additional level of creativity through the arts. STEM vs. STEAM - What’s the Difference? ...

How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

What is the Difference Between a Boarding and a Day School?

  Boarding school vs day school? If you are considering a private school change for your teen, it is important to understand the benefits of boarding schools and day schools. Compare boarding schools to day schools to determine the best secondary school match....

How Boarding Schools Create Mentorship for Boys

What Gen Z Looks For in a College

What Gen Z wants from their college education might be quite different than what parents consider important. Learn how understanding those priorities might benefit your child. As a backdrop, bear in mind that this generation is growing up with a higher percentage of...

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