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Why Mentorship Still Matters in High School: Guidance, Accountability, and Belonging at R-MA
- 05/20/2026
TL;DR Mentorship for high school students provides guidance, accountability, and connection during important developmental years. At R-MA, mentorship helps students build confidence, strengthen academic habits, develop leadership skills, and feel more connected to school life. Mentorship for high school students can make a significant difference. Having trusted mentors provides students with guidance, encouragement, and accountability […]
The Letter Returns: R-MA Revives Student Literary Magazine
- 05/20/2026
After months of writing, editing, photography, design work, and collaboration, Randolph-Macon Academy is proud to announce the release of The Letter, the Academy’s first literary magazine published in nearly a decade. Led by cadet editors and contributors from across campus, The Letter showcases student creativity through original writing, photography, artwork, and visual storytelling while reviving […]
R-MA Names 2026 Valedictorian and Salutatorian; To Study at Stanford and UPenn
- 05/15/2026
When Pelumi Ibrahim first arrived at Randolph-Macon Academy four years ago, he knew he wanted to push himself academically. What he did not yet know was how much the experience would shape the person he would become. Now, as Randolph-Macon Academy’s Class of 2026 Valedictorian, Ibrahim is preparing to take the next step in that […]
Finding Direction Early: How Pre-Professional Pathways Help Students Explore Their Strengths
- 05/13/2026
TL;DR R-MA’s pre-professional pathways help students explore their strengths through specialized coursework, experiential learning, mentorship, and capstone projects. These pathways support career exploration while strengthening academic confidence and college readiness. Some students enter high school already thinking about aviation, business, engineering, or leadership opportunities. Others simply know they want learning to feel more connected to […]
Why a Cybersecurity Summer Program Can Be a Smart Academic Move for High School Students
- 05/11/2026
TL;DR A cybersecurity summer program for high school students helps build real-world tech skills, strengthens problem-solving abilities, and explores a growing field, all while gaining confidence that supports future academic success. A cybersecurity summer program for high school students offers something different from a typical summer class. Instead of reviewing familiar material, students step into […]