Academy Perspectives
5 Ways Boarding School Can Improve the Mental Health of Teens
Learn more about how attending boarding school can improve the mental health of teens. Read more at Army and Navy Academy for more details on mental health at boarding school. Boarding schools offer a number of critical support systems to address mental health and...
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...
What Is A College Preparatory School?
A college prep school is a high school in which the coursework prepares you for a college level curriculum. Learn why college prep schools are important in preparing for college and life beyond. In order to clarify what constitutes college prep, let’s take a deep dive...
10 Benefits of Joining JROTC in High School
There are many benefits of joining JROTC in high school. The Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program will make you smarter and more physically fit, help you build good character, and could lead to college scholarships and other leadership opportunities....
Why So Many Male Students are Falling Behind in School
Given all the news about male students falling behind in school and college, you may be wondering if there is a boy crisis in education. Learn more about the biological differences, why this is happening in schools, and check out the ways some private schools...
Benefits of Switching Mid-Year to a Boarding School
Transferring to a boarding school mid-year does have many benefits. Enrolling mid-year gives students the chance to create a new circle of friends, improve grades, and develop greater independence in preparation for college. The importance of boarding school versus...
How Gen Z is Changing Higher Education
Generation Z expresses different priorities with respect to their educational goals. Learn more about what makes them different and how they are changing higher education. Their viewpoints on education, finances, stress, technology, and social issues might...
How to Talk about Boarding School with Your Son
Thinking about boarding school? Whether you are the parent or the son, the process of discussing boarding school requires open communication, exploration, and building consensus. First, we will present the best approach for parents and then we will go over some tips...
Tips for Applying to a Boarding School
Are you wondering how to get into a boarding school? Here are some tips on how to apply to U.S. boarding schools to set yourself up for success: Speak with the Admission Office Schedule a Campus Tour and Appointment Complete the Online Application Request...
6 Ways to Prepare for a Boarding School Interview
Being prepared for boarding school interviews will set you apart and help you get into the school of your choice. Learn six ways to prepare for the student interview process. Most boarding schools do want to meet face-to-face with the student applicant during...
