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How to Transfer Schools
Embarking on the educational journey at a military junior boarding school is about embracing growth, discipline, and a pathway to excellence.
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Reasons Why Students Transfer Schools
Embarking on the educational journey at a military junior boarding school is about embracing growth, discipline, and a pathway to excellence.
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Experience Growth and Discipline at Military Junior Boarding Schools
Embarking on the educational journey at a military junior boarding school is about embracing growth, discipline, and a pathway to excellence.
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Understanding Athletic Scholarships and Military Academies
Each year, millions of children attend summer camp.
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5 Teaching Methods That Work Best for Boys
In our guide, we will provide an overview of human brain development, how academic classrooms can be adapted based on five teaching techniques that work best for boys, how to enhance cognitive skills in boys, as well as provide ways to help boys accelerate their...
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Benefits of Studying Abroad
Studying abroad during high school offers many benefits and opportunities and can be a transformative experience. While many colleges and universities offer study abroad programs, it is not uncommon for private schools, particularly boarding schools, to offer various...
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Choosing the Right Colleges To Visit During Spring Break
Visiting colleges during spring break or even during the summer is a great way for high school students to explore different college and university campuses. While some boarding schools and private schools arrange East Coast and West Coast college tours in the fall...
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A Day in the Life of a Boarding School Student
Do you want a sneak peek into boarding school life? Discover how a boarding school schedule is balanced between rigorous academics, sports, clubs, homework, rest and relaxation time, and dorm life. Through this blog, you can check out a variety of top U.S. boarding...
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How to Deal with Homesickness at Boarding School
To help parents and guardians of boarding school students address homesickness at boarding school, we have provided a number of homesickness tips related to academics, dorm life, counseling, communications, as well as clubs and other extracurricular activities. This...
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Rules of Etiquette for Teens
In today’s world, traditional rules of etiquette have become increasingly reinterpretted or even forgotten. While we should embrace new expressions of respect for others, having a common understanding of the purpose and practice of etiquette in society is important...
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Best Summer Reading List for High School Boys
Are you looking for a summer reading list for high school students? Here, you will find summer reading suggestions, curated reading selections in various genres, dystopian worlds, thought-provoking tales and even a list of military reading list recommendations....
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Technology Dependence in Teenagers
Technology dependence with kids is a real issue and it is becoming more pervasive. We will look at factors that contribute to technology dependence, as well as signs and symptoms to watch closely. In addition, we will provide some strategies for actually preventing...
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How to Make your College Application Stand Out with Leadership Experience
Leadership experiences offer a transformative experience for teenagers and also serve as a great way to enhance college applications. Leadership experience can be acquired through student government positions, leadership training classes, after-school leadership...
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Finding a Military Middle School for Kids
Trying to find a military middle school near you? In this article, we will share specific information about military schools for middle schoolers and provide resources on how to find the best military school for your kids. First, let’s begin with an overview of...
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Finding the Best Educational Summer Camp
Finding educational summer camps that are both fun and challenging can put your internet skills to the test. You can find long lists of various types of summer camps on camp websites; however, these sites may not help you find the best camp option if you want your...
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Importance of Goal Setting for Students
Goal setting is fundamental to long-term success. After all, it’s difficult to get to a desired destination before you it’s been clearly defined.
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10 Tips to Find the Best Junior Boarding School
If you are considering a junior boarding school for your teen, it is important to know how to find the best boarding schools in the U.S. In addition, as you research junior boarding schools, it is helpful to focus on key characteristics as you view websites and visit...
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12 Tips to Choose a Private Middle School
Choosing a private middle school requires careful thought and consideration. The 12 tips cited below will help you choose the best private school for your middle schooler and put your mind at ease before making a final decision. As you peruse the tips below, think...
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Boarding Schools for Students with Dyslexia and Learning Differences
Looking for a private school that will help support your student with dyslexia? It's important to understand that many resources are available. Finding private schools for students with dyslexia, and in particular, the best dyslexia boarding school for students can...
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ADHD Boarding School for Students
Looking for a boarding school for kids with ADHD? Rest assured, there are a number of boarding schools in the U.S that have the skilled teaching staff and learning environment to accommodate ADHD students. These boarding schools in the U.S., (typically for grades...
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Find the Right Prep School for Basketball
Looking to find the right prep school to play basketball in high school? Army and Navy Academy, winner of numerous CIF Championships can help you improve your academics, while developing your leadership and athletic skills. A hidden gem on the west coast, Army and...
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Carlsbad Military Academy Prepares Boys for Life
Looking for a boarding school for your son with an emphasis on college prep, leadership, character development, and CIF sports? Army and Navy Academy has what it takes to set your son up for success in college and life beyond. While many boys are getting lost in large...
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10 Benefits of an All-Boys School in the U.S.
Looking for an all-boys school that will be a life changer for your son? Army and Navy Academy will help you weigh your options when selecting an all-boys school in the United States. Typically, families choose single gender education for a number of reasons based on...
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Surf in High School? Find the Right Private School in California
Looking to surf in high school? Army and Navy Academy, a private school nestled along the Pacific Ocean in San Diego County, can offer you immediate beach access and a long list of seasonal team and varsity sports. As one of only two boarding schools directly along...
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San Diego Military School Makes an Impact on Boys
Looking for an impactful military school to help motivate your boy to become more responsible and self-disciplined? If you are doing an internet search using the phrase “seeking a military school near me” or “military schools for boys,” you will quickly see that Army...
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Leadership Training Develops Professional Life Skills at Boarding School
Are you interested in learning leadership and life skills while attending a boarding school? Attending a boarding school is the ideal training ground to develop leadership, character, and acquire practical life skills. In particular, boarding schools with...
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Tips to Get Your Pilot’s License in High School
Are you interested in getting your pilot's license in high school? It can be done at Army and Navy Academy, a college prep school geared for boys, as well as at some other boarding schools in the United States. By attending a boarding school with a four-year...
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Entrepreneur Clubs at Boarding Schools Develop Life Skills
If you have a knack for business, think about becoming an entrepreneur. By joining high school entrepreneur clubs tied to your interests, you will not only acquire practical life skills in an industry of interest, but you will also develop a host of general business...
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Extracurricular Activities and Electives Ignite Interests
Need to find a boarding school that offers extracurricular activities and dynamic electives in your areas of interest? We will explore a variety of extracurricular clubs and activities that will not only ignite new interests, but will provide new challenges and...
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Entrepreneur Courses at Boarding School Motivate Students
Enrolling in high school entrepreneurship courses and related business programs help students determine entrepreneurial areas of interest and possible career paths. As a student, you will not only learn about possible entrepreneurial directions, but will acquire...