FORGING VIRTUOUS
YOUNG MEN

For over a century, Army and Navy Academy has been dedicated solely to the education and development of young men. 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 dedicated solely to the education and development of young men. 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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BOLDLY DIFFERENT

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 school: 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 participate in school fairs nationwide and globally. Come visit with us at some of our upcoming events!

NOV
4

1515 N Los Robles Ave, Pasadena, CA 91104

School Fair at
Pasadena Christian School

NOV
11

On Campus in Carlsbad, CA

Veterans Day Parade
Open to Community

NOV
6

1215 N Harbor Blvd, Anaheim, CA 92805

School Fair at
St. Catherine's Academy

NOV
13

Hotel Del Coronado, Coronado, CA - RSVP here

Meet and Greet

NOV
9

On Campus in Carlsbad, CA - RSVP here

Open House for St Catherine's Academy families

NOV
14

Mexico City, Mexico

The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS), Mexico City

 

OUR FUNDAMENTALS

Welcome to the Army and Navy Academy, where we cultivate virtuous young men. We believe that if virtue is the foundation of all that you do as an institution that you create an environment of dignity and respect and everything else will follow. Our core values of honor, integrity, gratitude, compassion, respect, and responsibility, which guides us all to be, and become, virtuous servant leaders who uplift, serve, and inspire others. We teach our boys to live these values everyday 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.

Join us in shaping 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

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, food and drinks. RSVP to Darrin Knox, Associate Director of Admission, at 760-547-5289 or dknox@armyandnavyacademy.org. 

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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 Brigade, U.S. Army Cadet Command, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. Commissioned as a Second Lieutenant from Washington State University in 2001 with a degree in Criminal Justice, he also holds a Master’s in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University. Throughout his career, Col. Plys has held numerous leadership positions, including platoon leader, company commander, and executive officer in various units, as well as serving as a professor of military science. His deployments span Iraq and Afghanistan, where he held critical operational roles. His awards include the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, and multiple campaign medals.

This is a free community event so feel free to bring friends and family.  Food is available for purchase.  All are welcome! 

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Connecting with potential families and members of the community today at the Carlsbad Street Fair. Cadets Tyler H, Nam N and Yubo W are doing a stellar job representing the Corps!  Thanks also to Jack J, Porter L, Lucas P, Noah S and Ryan K!

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Join us for gelato in Italy! The deadline to sign up for this year's Spring Break trip is November 10th! Please email Ann Marie Castellano, ANA trip advisor, for more information. 

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Cadets - Come out today from 3:00-5:00 pm to the ANA Fall Festival! Compete for the coveted Fall Festival Company Champion belt and earn bragging rights for a year.

Games include a dunk tank, tug of war, bull riding, car smash, soccer darts, basketball shooting challenge, jousting, giant obstacle course, human curling, and a first down challenge.  There will also be a spirit award for the loudest cheering Company.

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👻 Who’s ready to get spooky?! 👻 
 
Join us after class on Oct 31 for the Halloween Costume Contest and Parade! Show off your best costume for a chance to win prizes!

Let the haunting begin! 🎃🦇

*Open to cadets, faculty, and staff.

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Cadets - Grading Period 2 ends this Friday, November 1.  This is a very busy week for everyone on campus but we know you've got this!  Close it out strong!

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10th graders - Get ready for your upcoming campus tour and deep dive into life at the University of San Diego with Senior ROTC team members this Wednesday starting at 9:00 AM. Bring all your questions.

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In 1994, the City of Carlsbad named October 28th as John Maffucci Day to honor an extraordinary coach and Athletic Director of Army and Navy Academy. 

During his 59-year legacy at ANA, Maffucci served as the Athletic Director for 43 years and as the head coach for multiple sports. He achieved 750 wins as a coach, 24 league titles, 4 section championships, was named the Boys Basketball State Division V Coach of the Year by Cal-Hi Sports, and was instrumental in the success of the Academy’s growing athletic program.

We are grateful to have had such an inspirational figure as part of our Warrior family!

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Get Ready for the ANA Fall Festival!  Win prizes for select major events plus a Spirit Award for the loudest cheering company. The company with the most wins will be named Fall Festival Company Champion and bestowed with the Company Champion Belt plus bragging rights for an entire year.

When: Wednesday, Oct 30 from 3:00-6:00 pm
Where: Maffucci Field
Bull riding, tug of war, dunk tank, car smash, soccer darts, basketball shooting challenge, jousting, giant obstacle course, human curling, and first down challenge. 

Popcorn appetizers, dinner of hotdogs and hamburgers with cotton candy and slushies for dessert!  It's a perfectly balanced evening of FUN and YUM!

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Cadets have been volunteering in the Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation's Haunted Maze during the month of October.  The maze is open every Friday and Saturday 7:00 pm-10:00 pm from October 4th - November 2nd at the Carlsbad Strawberry Company at 1050 Cannon Road Carlsbad CA 92008.

Come on out and see us!

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Come by the ANA booth on Sunday, November 3, from 8 AM – 4 PM at the Carlsbad Street Fair. Bring friends for a fun afternoon of shopping, food, and music. 

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