Looking For a Great School Near Massanutten? Consider Randolph-Macon Academy!

A school where students discover the power of rise

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Randolph-Macon Academy (R-MA) is a great place to go to school, and it’s right here in Virginia! At R-MA, we help give students the tools they need to find success during and after high school. Located in Front Royal (about an hour drive from Massanutten), R-MA offers an educational experience that broadens students’ knowledge in and out of class, enriches their lives, and helps build their character and leadership skills.

R-MA’s Air Force JROTC Program

For students wanting to pursue a future in the military, our academy is also America’s only private institution to offer an elite Air Force JROTC program. Our AFJROTC program teaches students about developing excellent character and leadership. The program is also built around the three core values of the Air Force: Integrity First, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We Do. Our goal is for our students to become the best possible individuals, thrive during their college years, and discover the power of rise.

Cadets in AFJROTC learn about flag etiquette, military customs and courtesies, and strong values in the United States
he foundation of the AFJROTC Program at R-MA is also built on four key objectives:
- Teaching cadets about responsibility, self-discipline, and character
- Education and training on good character development
- Emphasizing and promoting community service and its importance
- Instructing cadets in air and space fundamentals
Our curriculum teaches cadets about air power development, the aerospace environment, aerospace vehicles, the heritage of flight, human requirements of flight, and navigation and aircraft flight principles
Cadets also learn about the aerospace industry, the space environment, space programs and technology, propulsion, and rocketry
Field trips to aerospace facilities and industries, museums, and military bases
Participation in drill competitions, parades, community activities, and leadership schools
Opportunities to learn about life skills, team-building, survival skills, first aid, management, effective communication, and more

Why Choose R-MA?

All students in our graduating class accepted into college
Designated mentor for each student
Average ratio of nine students to one teacher
50+ credits available to earn for college
Students also have counselling services available for their college application
More than 15 Advanced Placement courses
10 Dual-Enrolled classes at three Virginia universities (James Madison University, Lord Fairfax Community College, Shenandoah University)
Varsity sports such as basketball, baseball, softball, wrestling, and golf
Students from 13 countries and 23 states