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Helping Your Teen Adjust to Boarding School: A Parent’s Guide to the First Weeks
- 08/13/2026
In Summary: Adjusting to Boarding School Tips Adjusting to boarding school is a gradual process that looks different for every student. During the first few weeks, families can help by setting realistic expectations, establishing healthy communication routines, encouraging participation in school life, and trusting the school’s support system. While homesickness is common, most students grow […]
What to Ask on a Boarding School Tour Before Fall
- 08/06/2026
In Brief: Questions to Ask on a Boarding School Tour A boarding school tour is your chance to look beyond brochures and rankings. By asking the right questions about academics, student support, dorm life, and community, families can better understand whether a school truly fits their child. Summer visits before the fall term also provide […]
How Boarding School Dorm Life Helps Students Build Independence Through Structure
- 07/23/2026
Before You Read A well-designed boarding school dorm life balances structure with independence rather than controlling every part of a student’s day. At Randolph-Macon Academy, supervised residence halls, scheduled study time, mentorship, and student leadership create a supportive community where students can thrive academically and personally. The result is a boarding school experience that builds […]
Why College Counseling Should Start Before Senior Year
- 07/22/2026
In Brief: Why to Begin College Counseling in High School or Before The best college applications are built over several years, not just during senior year. College counseling in high school helps students choose the right courses, explore career interests, prepare strong applications, and reduce unnecessary stress. Starting early gives families more time to make […]
Beyond Academics: The Durable Skills Students Build at Randolph-Macon Academy
- 07/09/2026
A Glance at Developing Durable Skills for Students Academic knowledge is important, but it isn’t the only predictor of future success. Durable skills for students, such as communication, collaboration, leadership, resilience, and critical thinking, help young people thrive in college, careers, and everyday life. At Randolph-Macon Academy, these skills are intentionally developed through academics, leadership […]