Last week, Chapel Hunter had the joy of taking some students to Narroway Productions to experience The Gospel According to Tennessee. Set in 1926 and inspired by a true family story, this fast-paced musical transported us to the rolling hills of east Tennessee, where gospel truths are shared through the imagination of a young boy… Read more »
Category: General
The Responsibility of being a Cadet Leader
As a cadet leader and Public Affairs Officer at Camden Military Academy, I take pride in helping new students transition into our structured environment and feel confident about their place on campus. Starting at a military academy can feel overwhelming at first, new cadets are not only adjusting to a new school but also to… Read more »
Rediscovering Confidence: How Camden Military Academy Helps Young Men Thrive
Public school isn’t the right fit for every student, especially for young men who need more structure, focused attention, or a different kind of motivation. At Camden Military Academy, many cadets arrive feeling discouraged or disconnected from their potential. Our mission is to help them rebuild confidence both in the classroom and in themselves! Structure… Read more »
Meet the New Commandant
Scott Shields is originally from Meriden, CT and is a 1990 graduate of H. C. Wilcox Regional Vocational Technical High School. Upon graduation from high school he joined the US Navy and served for 25 years. During Operations Desert Shield/Storm he served onboard the amphibious assault ship, USS Nassau, from 1991-1992. In 1992 he served… Read more »
US Naval Academy Summer Seminar Reflection
This summer, I had the opportunity to attend the first session of the U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar, where I experienced the daily life of a midshipman. During my time there, I learned about the challenges students face during Plebe Summer—a seven-week period focused on intense physical and mental training for incoming students. One of… Read more »
The Pillars of Success: How a Military Boarding School Shapes Young Men for Life
At Camden Military Academy, we don’t just educate boys, we transform them into confident young men ready to lead. What makes that transformation possible? It starts with our unwavering foundation: Faith, Tradition, Boarding, and Brotherhood. These four pillars define the Camden experience and create an environment unlike any other, one that nurtures growth, builds resilience,… Read more »
Now Is the Time: Set Your Son on the Path to Success!
As a parent, you want the best for your son—you want to see him succeed, grow in confidence, and find his direction. If you’re feeling like something needs to change, don’t wait. Choosing to enroll your son at Camden Military Academy could be the turning point he needs—not just for better grades, but for a… Read more »
Leadership in Action!
At Camden Military Academy we encourage students to get involved with clubs and activities, this allows them to gain experience and build self-confidence by stepping out of their comfort zone! Some of these clubs focus heavily on leadership, including our Civil Air Patrol program. This program is a popular club for students and recently some… Read more »
Senior Reflection
If you had told me in 7th grade that I’d one day be leading over 250 cadets at a military academy over a thousand miles from home, I probably would’ve laughed in disbelief. But life has a way of preparing us for challenges we never see coming. When COVID-19 shut down schools in 2020, I… Read more »
CMA Speciality Scuba Diver
Did you know at Camden you can get a PADI speciality dive course that is only offered to cadets at Camden Military? This course was developed by Jeremy Butler, a PADI IDC Staff Instructor (Instructor Development Course Staff Instructor) and retired Army Ranger. The course combines scuba diving with the military aspect of the school…. Read more »
