Remedial and Prep Program

The Academic Summer Program provides structured learning, small classes, and individualized support to help students get ready for a successful school year. Students may enroll in either repeat-credit courses or preparatory classes, depending on their needs and goals.
Students who are repeating a course for credit take a full-day academic schedule. This allows them to rebuild skills, master key concepts, and return to school on track and confident. Students taking a course to prepare for the upcoming school year attend a half-day academic schedule focused on skill building, academic readiness, and strong study habits.

Courses

English
English 8 (Remedial and Prep)
English 9 (Remedial and Prep)
English 10 (Remedial and Prep)
English 11 (Remedial and Prep)
ESOL, all levels (Non-Credit Certificate)

Mathematics
Pre-algebra (Remedial and Prep)
Algebra I (Remedial and Prep)
Geometry (Remedial and Prep)
Algebra II (Remedial and Prep)

Science
Biology (Remedial and Prep)

Technology
Cybersecurity (Prep only)

Courses run based on student interest and enrollment

Who This Program Serves 
Students who want to strengthen academic skills, recover or reinforce credit in a supportive setting, prepare for next-level coursework, build strong study routines and confidence, and experience structured boarding school life.

Quick Guide
Remedial course: repeat-credit class for students who need to retake a subject and master the material to stay on track academically
Prep course: skill-building class designed to prepare students for success in the upcoming school year
ESOL: English language instruction and support for multilingual learners, resulting in a non-credit certificate of completion.

Limited to 28 students

The Military Operations Course is a selective and immersive program for students interested in future military pathways, leadership development, and hands-on skills training. Inspired by the United States Air Force’s Agile Combat Employment and Multi-Capable Airmen concepts, this course introduces students to modern military thinking, teamwork, and mission planning.

Students receive guided instruction and practical experience in areas such as close-quarters movement, land navigation, Tactical Combat Casualty Care, operational planning, patrolling techniques, communication skills, and signals management. Training is physical, team-based, and focused on building confidence, discipline, and problem-solving under pressure.

The program concludes with a mission exercise where students plan and carry out a scenario in a simulated contested environment. This capstone event reinforces readiness, adaptability, and effective decision-making as a team.

This course is well-suited for students who are motivated, eager to challenge themselves, and interested in exploring military structure and leadership in a structured and supportive setting.

Limited to 16 students

As of March 1, 2026, the full Aviation Summer Camp, including flight hours, has reached capacity and a waitlist is now in place. To expand access, we have added four additional spaces for students to participate in the camp without flight time. To learn more about the waitlist or these additional opportunities, please contact admissions@rma.edu.

Students will explore aviation through hands-on flight training in R-MA aircraft and simulators, lessons with our experienced instructors, and interactive sessions with guest speakers. Weekly field trips deepen learning and expose students to a wide range of aviation career paths. Students receive high-quality instruction in the air and on the ground while discovering opportunities in aerospace, commercial, and private aviation, engineering, and related fields.

Aviation Summer Camp also includes dynamic drone training focused on unmanned flight. Students receive practical training in drone piloting, aerial photography, and advanced data collection used in mapping and 3D modeling. They also learn about the pathway toward earning the FAA Remote Pilot Certification. Testing for this certification must be completed separately at an FAA testing center.

In addition to technical skills, aviation students compete in drone obstacle courses, experience the thrill of drone racing, and work together on creative missions such as drone art and search-and-rescue challenges. Each day combines meaningful STEM learning with high-energy activities that build teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence.

Cybersecurity gives students a strong introduction to the modern cyber landscape and the skills used to protect information and technology systems. Students explore foundational topics such as cyber law and policy, Linux fundamentals, networking basics, risk assessment, cryptography, and widely used cybersecurity tools.

Course activities align with CYBER.ORG’s national cybersecurity curriculum and help prepare students for future study and industry-recognized certifications, including the CompTIA Security+ certification. Students will problem-solve, practice hands-on skills, and learn how cybersecurity professionals work to defend digital environments in both the public and private sectors.

This course is ideal for students who are curious about technology, interested in cyber careers, or want to build foundational skills in a growing and in-demand field.

Students are provided with a variety of activities taking place on the R-MA campus and in nearby surrounding areas. On-campus activities take place on our 135-acre campus which include scavenger hunts, paintball sessions, outdoor and indoor movie viewings, game nights, campfires with s’mores as well as free-time for students to relax.

Off-campus activities are abundant and truly add to the summer experience. Such activities include: 

• Ziplining at Bear Mountain
• Laser Tag
• King’s Dominion Amusement Park
• Massanutten Water Park
• Shenandoah Valley
• Luray Caverns
• Monster Mini Golf
• Top Golf
• Indoor Skydiving
• Paintball 
• Hershey Park
• Baseball Games
• Go-Carts
• Various ice-cream and study-hall snack events
• Trips to Washington DC

Dorms & Dining

A true highlight of the summer, R-MA offers a variety of dining options. Students enjoy freshly prepared meals inspired by international cuisines, along with an array of organic vegetables and fresh-cut fruit available daily. Dessert options are also offered each day, making mealtimes a favorite part of the summer experience.

Just as important, our residential life provides a comfortable, supportive home away from home. Students live in supervised dormitories with adult staff members present on each hallway, providing structure, safety, and support. Rooms are shared with roommates, helping students build friendships quickly, while common lounge areas offer space to relax, study, play games, or unwind together after a full day of activities. The dorm environment is designed to be welcoming, social, and well-maintained so students can focus on having a great summer.

Boarding Programs – Summer 2026

Day Programs – Summer 2026