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Why Upper School Students Choose R-MA’s Summer Programs: Academic Credit, College Prep & Aviation
- 06/04/2025
When summer rolls around, most students look forward to sleeping in, heading to the pool, and taking a break from school. But for Upper School students, summer provides the perfect time to achieve college readiness success and grow academically, socially, and personally. At Randolph-Macon Academy (R-MA), our summer programs are designed to help rising 9th–12th […]
College-Ready From Day One: How R-MA Builds Independent Thinkers
- 05/21/2025
College is more than academics, it’s about learning to think for yourself, manage your time, and ask the right questions. At Randolph-Macon Academy (R-MA), we believe that real college readiness success begins with one key trait: independent thinking. That’s why our programs and culture are designed to teach students how to approach challenges, explore new […]
4 Ways Aviation Summer Camp Prepares You for a Career in STEM
- 05/14/2025
At our private school, Randolph-Macon Academy (R-MA), summer isn’t just for relaxation, it’s for exploration, growth, and building a strong foundation for the future. R-MA’s Aviation Summer Camp, open to students in grades 9 through 12, is one of the most dynamic summer programs in Virginia, combining cutting-edge technology and hands-on instruction to introduce students […]
5 Skills R-MA Students Can Develop Through the Honor Council
- 05/07/2025
At R-MA, leadership and character development go hand in hand. One of the most impactful ways students engage with these values is through the Honor Council. Rooted in the Academy’s longstanding culture of honesty, integrity, and service, the Honor Council plays a vital role in upholding ethical standards and promoting integrity across campus. Open to […]
Challenge Yourself This Summer With R-MA’s Upper School Programs
- 04/30/2025
Academic growth doesn’t pause for summer, and at R-MA, we believe that motivated Upper School students can use this time to rise even higher. That’s why we offer two dynamic summer experiences specifically for students entering grades 9 through 12: the Upper School Remedial and Prep Program and our exciting Aviation Summer Camp. Whether you’re […]