Category: General

Guest Speaker : Al Wood

Al Wood, evangelist, is an accomplished athlete, minister, and private consultant. Al graduated from the University of North Carolina where he set records in the ACC and NCAA. He was also part of the 1980’s mens Olympic basketball team. Al is an ordained minister with MorningStar Ministries and enjoys sharing his experiences and the importance… Read more »

Read Across America

A group of our cadets visited a local Elementary School today to read to students for “Read Across America” week. This week is dedicated to encouraging and motivating students to devote time to and celebrate reading! Reading is essential for students’ academic success and personal development. It enhances vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking skills! Beyond… Read more »

Acts 2:38

Last Wednesday night, our Chaplain, baptized six of our cadets at his home Church of International Praise. These students are pictured below: Jonathan Eilbeck, Sean Lanza, Lance Lipscomb, Davis Hamilton, Gavin Hoffman, and Dominic Nimmer. Encouraging Faith at Camden fosters a sense of unity, self-discipline, and personal growth among cadets. Through chapel services, prayer groups,… Read more »

Into the Wilderness

My name is Jayden Williams and I’m a cadet Lieutenant at CMA and a member of Troop 38 at Camden Military Academy. Over this past weekend, our troop went on a camping/hiking trip to Poinsett State Park in Sumter, South Carolina. We left school around lunchtime on Friday and arrived at the park that afternoon…. Read more »

Florida Scuba Diving Trip

his past weekend, the Camden Military Academy Scuba Diving Club headed down to Florida for an unforgettable dive trip. We loaded up the cars on Friday and made the long drive south, buzzing with excitement for the dives ahead. On Saturday, we dove into the Blue Grotto, a stunning underwater spring with crystal-clear water and… Read more »

Shape your future, apply today!

Oftentimes we get the question, “What does the admissions process look like?” or “How do I apply?” The admissions process is designed to assess whether Camden is the right fit for prospective students and their families. It begins with an online application, which requires basic student information, previous academic records, and some pertinent information about… Read more »

Reflection on Lessons Learned

As a senior at Camden Military Academy, I find myself approaching the finish line of my high school journey. Being a senior at Camden is a unique experience, far different from what most students experience at traditional schools. I first arrived at Camden as a sophomore, and while it hasn’t always been easy, this school… Read more »

Cultivating Leadership & Attention to Character

Camden is a structured, college-preparatory boarding school designed to help young men develop academic excellence in a supportive environment. Unlike a “boot camp,” we provide an atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow. We emphasize mentorship, personal responsibility, and character development rather than punishment, allowing cadets to build confidence and leadership skills that prepare them… Read more »

A Standout Essay

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Congratulations to Cadet Jeet Pichika of Alpha Company for winning The Hobkirk Hill Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution annual essay contest. Cadet Pichika’s essay titled, “Thomas Paine’s Influence on the American Revolution,” demonstrated Paine’s unique viewpoint on American independence. According to Cadet Pichika, “his [Paine’s] writings and ideas were actively… Read more »

Appreciating the Art

Throughout my art history class, my students have recently been studying Byzantine art, some of them even electing to write research papers on it. Art is best studied by experience rather than mere fact memorization, so I wanted to take them to a place where they could do just that. Seeing as Eastern Orthodox Christians… Read more »