FORGING VIRTUOUS
YOUNG MEN
For over a century, Army and Navy Academy has been a leading military school for boys in grades 7 through 12. While boys can and do excel academically in many types of educational institutions, the Academy is a unique environment that cultivates virtue in young men while propelling them toward excellence in academics, athletics, and leadership.
FORGING VIRTUOUS YOUNG MEN
For over a century, Army and Navy Academy has been a leading military school for boys in grades 7 through 12. While boys can and do excel academically in many types of educational institutions, the Academy is a unique environment that cultivates virtue in young men while propelling them toward excellence in academics, athletics, and leadership.
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A MILITARY SCHOOL FOR BOYS
Army and Navy Academy offers exceptional teachers, rigorous athletics, and a nationally recognized leadership program. At a time when many boys are struggling in the classroom, the Academy employs evidence-based single-gender education techniques proven to help boys thrive when learning. Graduates of the Academy follow life paths informed by intellectual curiosity, earned confidence, and high standards of character. The Academy isn’t just a military school for boys: it’s a transformative step for any young man seeking greatness.
EDUCATING YOUNG MEN
Boys in middle school and high school have educational needs that are not being met in most public and private school settings. The current generation of boys is falling behind in school, resulting in a crisis in higher education. We use relational teaching and highly structured classes to educate boys how they learn best.
INSTILLING VIRTUE
We aim to shape our students into ethical, responsible, well-rounded members of society. Virtues-based education helps young men to develop resilience in the face of life’s many challenges. Character development programs are proven to accelerate academic success while laying the foundation for a meaningful, fulfilling life.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Army and Navy Academy regularly engages with our local community in the resort town of Carlsbad, California. We also frequently participate in school fairs and other events globally. Come visit with us at some of our upcoming events!
NOV
22
On Campus
Coffee & Colors Celebrating ANA Founders Day
DEC
9-11
Miami, FL
ICEF Latin America
DEC
8
La Jolla, CA
Atkinson Warrior Band Performance at the La Jolla Christmas Parade
JAN
15-17
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
ICEF Secondary Education
FEB
25-27
Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, South Korea
ICEF Japan-Korea
OUR FUNDAMENTALS
Army and Navy Academy is a military school for boys that is centered on a unique and singular mission: to forge virtue in young men for life. We feel that cultivating academic excellence and training exceptional scholar-athletes is the bare minimum of what a military boarding school should do. Our focus on virtue and character development makes us a unique opportunity for any young man looking to thrive in an increasingly challenging world.
We prioritize virtue in all that we do, a fact that is reflected in the environment of dignity and respect that pervades our campus. Our core values of Honor, Integrity, Gratitude, Compassion, Respect, and Responsibility don’t just guide our cadets: they are guidelines that help us all strive to uplift, serve, and inspire others. We teach our boys to live these values every day and in every interaction.
We are a certified kindness company, and our programming utilizes the strategies and outcomes of the Anti-Defamation League No Place for Hate program. Our commitment to cadet safety extends beyond physical security; it encompasses the emotional and social well-being of every member of our global campus. We live and are educated by a governing Honor Code: Cadets respect each other, they do not lie, cheat, steal or tolerate those that do.
We invite you to join us in doing our part to shape a world where human excellence is defined not only by achievement, but by character, where every individual is valued and empowered to contribute to a brighter tomorrow. Welcome to Army and Navy Academy, where greatness begins with virtue.
WHAT’S HAPPENING ON CAMPUS
SOCIAL MEDIA
Join us this Friday, Nov 22 at 7:30 am to celebrate ANA's 114th-year birthday with Coffee & Colors. Salute the flag and enjoy patriotic tunes played by the Atkinson Warrior Band. Breakfast bites and coffee are provided. If you were ever curious to step beyond the gates of Army and...
Parents interested in enrolling Cadets in behind-the-wheel education courses can now do it through ANA. Contact Tim Dowdy to learn more.
Warrior families, faculty, and staff - please join us for our Academy Thanksgiving dinner on Nov 21 at 5:00 pm. Bring your family and wear your stretchy pants - It's going to be a feast again! Sign up using the embedded QR code. Hope to see you there!
Grading Period Award Ceremony - Going Live Today at 2 PM. Help us celebrate the academic achievements of our outstanding Cadets. Awards are given to Cadets who have achieved a GPA of 3.5 and above placing them on the Honor Roll and 3.8 and above for the Dean's List. When:...
Weekends at ANA are for fun. Last month, Cadets held a pie-eating contest, a basketball tournament, a dodgeball tournament, and a pumpkin carving competition. They went to the Biola vs CSU San Marcos basketball game, indoor rock climbing, bowling, and virtual reality gaming. November's weekend activity schedule is posted on...
Saluting all veterans today including this awesome group of patriots we proudly call colleagues at Army and Navy Academy! Our Veterans Day parade begins at 11:00 am on Maffucci Field. Join us live or watch the stream on our YouTube channel @ArmyandNavyAcademy #warriorproudwarriorstrong #militaryacademy #boardingschoollife
Happy Birthday to the U.S. Marine Corps! #warriorproudwarriorstrong
Please join the Army and Navy Academy Corps of Cadets, faculty, and staff for our 16th annual Veterans Day Military Review co-hosted by the Rotary Clubs of Carlsbad on November 11 at 11:00 AM. Our guest speaker, Colonel George J. Plys, currently serves as the Brigade Commander of the 8th...
ICEF Berlin was a huge success. Danke Schoen to all the families and agents we connected with. We look forward to hosting you on campus in Carlsbad very soon. #warriorproudwarriorstrong #juniorboardingschool #militaryacademy #boardingschoollife
Join us Friday morning Nov 8 on campus for the kickoff of the 2024 National Multiple Sclerosis Society Challenge Walk. Festivities for this incredible 50-mile, 3-day walk begin at 6:00 am, and departure from Army and Navy Academy is at 8:00 am. We are proud to support this important fundraising...
The Army and Navy Academy Admission team is back on the road for Meet and Greets. Please join us on November 13 in Coronado at the Hotel Del Coronado to learn more about what makes Army and Navy Academy a place where young men develop into their best selves. Q&A,...