Summer School on the Horizon

Thinking about military school for your child?  If the school of your choice has a summer session, this may be an opportune time to "test the waters."  Programs vary widely from camp-type sessions to more traditional summer school settings.  

When invetigating options, I would reccomend aksing what the session is designed for.  If your child needs to pick up some classes and learn a little more self discipline, I would look at a primarily academic setting.  If they are all A's, make sure they can take a new class and also verify that the credit will transfer to the current school, should you decide to remain enrolled there.

One thing to keep in mind is that in many cases the students who are enrolling in a summer program at a private school inlcude those who are trying to get ahead.  This can provide a very positive influence on the overall program and, compared to a traditional program designed primarily for those who have need of repeating classes, might be a more attractive option.  Imagine summer shcool with students who chose to attend! 

You migth be surpiresed how much your child can benefit from a month away from home.

Here is a link to the summer information for Fork Union Military Academy.