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Beyond Screen Time: Why Does Ethical Computing Matter in High School?
- 09/30/2026
In Summary: Why Ethical Computing in High School Is Essential Knowing how to use technology is no longer enough. Students also need to develop the judgment to recognize when technology is useful, when it becomes a distraction, whose information it affects, and what consequences their choices may create. Should personal data be entered into an […]
Beyond the Classroom: Randolph-Macon Academy Students Make the Most of Summer
- 09/24/2026
At Randolph-Macon Academy, learning doesn’t stop when students leave the classroom or when the school year ends. This summer, R-MA students took what they are learning as leaders, scholars, and members of the Corps of Cadets into experiences across Virginia and beyond. They explored possible careers, participated in nationally recognized leadership programs, stepped into summer […]
Starting Strong in a New Language: How ESOL Supports International Students at R-MA
- 09/17/2026
In Summary: How R-MA’s ESOL Program Supports International Students An ESOL boarding school can give international students something particularly valuable: opportunities to develop English both through focused instruction and everyday school life. At R-MA, ESOL I supports beginning learners across listening, reading, speaking, and writing, while ESOL II helps intermediate learners progress toward more complex […]
What the PSAT Can Tell Students About Their College Readiness
- 09/16/2026
In Brief: PSAT for High School Students and How to Use The Results The PSAT for high school students is most useful when viewed as a planning tool rather than simply a score. PSAT/NMSQT results can show strengths in Reading and Writing and Math, identify areas for improvement, and give students an indication of how […]
Beyond the Classroom: How Clubs and Activities Help Students Build Belonging and Character
- 09/15/2026
Beyond the Classroom: How Clubs and Activities Help Students Build Belonging and Character Extracurricular activities help students build belonging, confidence, and character through shared experiences, teamwork, and leadership opportunities outside the classroom. Extracurricular activities for high school students often begin as something simple: a club meeting, a team practice, a curiosity about trying something new. […]