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Missouri Military Academy (MMA), in partnership with co-sponsors Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) and Project Lead The Way, will host a day of STEM education and exploration on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, culminating in a free STEM Night for area students and families from 4 to 6 p.m. 

Missouri Military Academy’s JROTC Raider team took first place in the Male Division at the Waynesville JROTC Raider Meet on Oct. 3, finishing first in four of five events. MMA’s B team placed seventh overall.

Missouri Military Academy is proud to announce the official election of class officers for the 2026-2027 academic year. These cadets will serve as key leaders, representing their classmates and supporting class activities and initiatives throughout the year.

Missouri Military Academy (MMA) hosted its annual College Fair on Thursday, October 1, 2026, connecting high school cadets with representatives from more than 40 colleges, universities, technical schools, military branches and higher education organizations.

During the Hall of Fame and Alumni Recognition Banquet on Saturday, Sept. 26, Missouri Military Academy proudly honored James Green, Class of 1964, with induction into the 2026 Alumni Hall of Fame in recognition of his contributions to arts and sciences.

Congratulations to MMA cadets who were promoted, designated and recognized through Special Orders 7–9 on October 7, 2026.

Missouri Military Academy’s National Honor Society (NHS) chapter has earned national recognition as an NHS Chapter of Distinction, honoring the chapter’s exemplary leadership, service and commitment to strengthening the school and community.

Missouri Military Academy will welcome families to campus Oct. 16-18 for Fall Family Weekend, a weekend filled with opportunities to experience cadet life, connect with faculty and staff and celebrate important Academy traditions.

The Missouri Military Academy Raider team earned a third-place overall finish at the Brigade Championships Raider Meet, competing against 17 other teams in the male division at Camp Arrowhead. The meet was hosted by Ozark High School on Sept. 26, 2026.

Missouri Military Academy welcomed alumni, families and friends back to campus Sept. 25-27 for Homecoming 2026, bringing together members of the MMA community for a weekend of events, recognition and fellowship.

MMA's Class of 2027 has qualified for more than $100.5 million in potential scholarship funding through Veterans United Scholarships. VU Scholarships matches cadets’ academic profiles with scholarships available from more than 100 colleges, helping families discover college options and potential financial awards before cadets complete the application process.

Being designated the Official Military Academy of the State of Missouri is a significant distinction for MMA, carrying both opportunity and responsibility. It strengthens the Academy’s reputation within Missouri and beyond. It is something to celebrate — and something to live up to

Take a look back at MMA’s early history through this historic March 1894 issue of FOCUS. More than a century later, this publication offers a glimpse into the Academy’s past and the people, experiences and traditions that helped shape its history.

Thirty Missouri Military Academy cadets competed against roughly 700 teams in the 2026 National Cyber Cup, with three MMA teams earning perfect scores of 2,245 points. The competition challenged cadets to apply their skills across a range of cybersecurity disciplines, including cryptography, networking, programming and digital forensics.

MMA swimming finished second at its Sept. 22 home meet, led by junior Cadet Trey Burle, who broke Academy records in the 100-meter butterfly and 100-meter breaststroke. Freshman Cadet Chase Burle earned a state consideration time in the 400-meter freestyle.

Missouri Military Academy’s Raider teams delivered a strong performance Sept. 19 at the MMA Raider Meet, with MMA 1 earning third place overall in the male division and MMA 2 finishing fifth.

Three Missouri Military Academy cadets took their leadership skills beyond campus this summer, representing MMA at the 2026 session of Missouri Boys State.

Congratulations to four Missouri Military Academy cadets selected for the NEMO District Choir following auditions Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026!

MMA cadets explored possibilities for their future during Service Academy Day on Saturday, September 12, in Hillsboro, Missouri.

The MMA Corps of Cadets build skills and character while improving local resources in the Academy's fall 2026 community service day, volunteering with organizations across central Missouri.

Missouri Military Academy’s Color Guard presented the colors at the University of Missouri for the home opener of the University of Missouri women’s volleyball season on Sept. 11, representing MMA with discipline and precision on a day of national remembrance.

Missouri Military Academy celebrates the Class of 1986 by revisiting highlights from the 1985–86 school year, including national recognition for educational excellence and standout athletic achievements. Alumni are invited to return for Homecoming 2026, September 25–27, to reconnect, honor MMA traditions and celebrate lasting friendships.

Missouri Military Academy celebrates the Class of 1981 by revisiting highlights from the 1980–81 school year, including the dedication of the Natatorium, the Corps’ Honor Rating and memorable moments from cadet life. Alumni are invited to return for Homecoming 2026, September 25–27, to reconnect, celebrate enduring friendships and relive treasured MMA traditions.

Congratulations to our campers who successfully completed Commando Camp! Throughout the week-long program, campers built confidence, leadership and resilience through challenging activities, with outstanding performers honored for excellence in fitness, marksmanship, teamwork and leadership.

Missouri Military Academy has named Chris Burle as head coach of the Colonels swim program. A USA Swimming-certified coach with the Mexico YMCA Mid MO Marlins, Burle takes over a program that continues to build momentum at the state level and looks forward to helping cadets grow both in and out of the pool.

From record-breaking college scholarships and top state rankings to national competitions, military excellence and meaningful service, the 2025–26 school year showcased the many ways Missouri Military Academy cadets excelled in academics, leadership, athletics and character development. The following stories highlight some of the Academy's most significant accomplishments and memorable moments from the year.

As part of Missouri Military Academy’s middle school capstone portfolio program, Cadet Santiago Maes of Overland Park, Kansas, reflected on how his experience at MMA helped him develop discipline, confidence and independence. Through structure, accountability and stepping outside his comfort zone, Cadet Maes shares how the Academy’s environment helped him build better habits, take greater responsibility for himself and gain a new appreciation for education and personal growth.

Missouri Military Academy helped Cadet Raymond McDonald turn his interest in emergency services into a clear path for the future. Through hard work, determination and the Academy’s structured environment, he developed the skills and confidence needed to pursue his goals after graduation.

Missouri Military Academy hosted the 2026 Missouri Junior Cadet Leadership Challenge (JCLC) from May 27-31, welcoming hundreds of Army JROTC cadets from across the state — including 12 MMA cadets — for a week of leadership development, teamwork and adventure-based training.

Discover MMA's 2026 Summer Reading Guide for Teen Boys, featuring book recommendations from faculty and staff. Organized for middle- and high-school boys, the guide encourages lifelong learning, leadership development, and academic growth. 

Cadets Henry Scribner ’27 and Ruben Emilio Reyes ’26 earned a 7th-place finish and state medals at the MSHSAA Class 1 Boys Doubles State Championships on May 15–16, 2026. The duo finished the season with a 19-4 record.

Cadet Clayton Reich ’26 of Phoenix, Arizona, delivered the valedictorian speech at Missouri Military Academy’s 2026 commencement ceremony on May 16. In his remarks, Reich highlighted the resilience, leadership, and brotherhood developed by the Class of 2026 and encouraged graduates to “lead with courage” as they begin their next chapter

Missouri Military Academy alumnus Spc. Christopher Horton, Class of 2003, will be honored during the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway as part of a Memorial Day weekend tribute recognizing fallen service members. Races will stream on Amazon Prime.

Congratulations to our cadets who have earned academic honors, following marking period 4, 2025-26. Well done!

MMA celebrated the graduation of 49 cadets on May 16. The graduates have been offered more than $13.1 million in college scholarships. Keynote speaker Dean Davison ’78 challenged the class to carry forward the values of discipline, integrity, resilience and brotherhood learned at MMA.

MMA honored cadets, faculty and staff during the Final All-Academy Assembly on May 15, 2026, recognizing excellence in academics, athletics, leadership, citizenship and character development. The ceremony also celebrated the promotion of eighth-grade cadets to high school and recognized faculty and staff for outstanding service and dedication.

MMA's Color Guard received national recognition following its presentation of the colors during the 2026 Missouri FBLA State Leadership Conference Opening Ceremony. In a letter of commendation, Army Staff Sgt. Cameron W. Yeager of the White House Medical Unit praised the cadets for their professionalism, discipline and precision.