Our son was failing almost every subject in public school, had no ambition and his character was being molded by negative peer influence. We registered him his 2nd semester as a Junior. In 25 days after the initial Plebe training we returned to see him officially become a cadet. We were astonished, stunned
... Read more and so proud of the young man we now observed. Our son was disciplined, stood proudly, exhibited good character, making passing grades and had GOALS for not Junior College but to attend a major university. The Ex-Marines are dedicated to helping the kids achieve and it is more than a job to them. The Faculty is phenomenal too. My son is in the best shape I have ever seen him in and has made the boxing team. I am very impressed with the Marine Military Academy and it has been worth every precious cent. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/13/08
I attended MMA ( and three other military schools) and I can tell you that it affords you the opportunity to improve yourself and to get a solid education. The staff and instructors there will meet a student more than half way and do their level best to ensure success. If your son wants to be successful,
... Read more send him to MMA and he will thrive. If your son needs positive peer pressure and the opportunity for one-on-one tutoring, give MMA a try. If you have broken your son by always making excuses for him by blaming teachers, schools, or the tooth fairy, don't expect any school to be able to undo the damage you have done. MMA taught me that life wasn't fair but by hard work and applying yourself you can overcome a 'stacked deck'. It is not for the weak-minded. Read less
Posted by a student on 02/01/08
Our son requested to attend M.M.A. after attending M.M.A.'s summer camp so that, 'He could be in an environment to help him develop a academic focus and discipline, develop his physical strength and be in a place removed of the many distractions in public school' (his words). His grades improved from
... Read more a 1.5 to a 3.3 grade level. He received 4 Cadet rank promotions graduating on Company staff. He participated in rock climbing, soccer and wished he had participated in marine science. He had a good positive experience and we felt like the military, academic and administrative staff were extremely focused on student success in every aspect. We strongly recommend M.M.A. as a very unique place to develop a young man's success. It's a great successful program; not your mothers nursery school but developing boys to men for life success. It's worth a look. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/16/07
MMA has not given my son the proper education to succeed not only in college but in life. It seems like MMA is more concerned in making the perfect Marine instead of making the perfect student. MMA has low quality of teachers (30% of the teachers have degrees), as well as a below average SAT scores compared
... Read more to the National average. Instead of proper study time that my child needs MMA is more concerned on how well the floor is swept and if there is trash in the trash can. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/07/06
I love this school. They took my son who was heading down the wrong path..brought focus, respect, self-esteem and improved grades. I have a child I now enjoy being around.
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Posted by a parent on 01/11/06
My brother attended MMA in the 70s and thrived. My son attended a few years ago and he enjoyed two or three marvelous teachers. Although we appreciated the philosophy and structure, we felt that the spirit of the 'adult' military experience dominated the environment to the detriment of the growing adolescent.
... Read more Our own son did not have a chance to thrive in a place where children rule children without sufficient adult compassion and understanding. I think this school has great potential and has been wonderful for boys who are maleable and compliant. Often this is not the sort of boy who goes to military school. MMA boys are a blend of the good and not-so-good. With a bit more empathy and communication among teachers, parents, children and administration, the boys could learn to be role models and supporters for one another. The foundation of our future leadership depends on it. Read less
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Harlingen schools — Marine Military Academy is located at 320 Iwo Jima Blvd, Harlingen TX 78550. 320 Iwo Jima Blvd is in the 78550 ZIP code in Harlingen, TX Marine Military Academy is a Private school that serves grade levels 8 - 12.
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