When discussing the training and disciplining of youth, perhaps military academies are the first thing that comes to mind. While generally focused on high-school-aged students, some incorporate the eighth grade as well. Generally, the structure of the school mirrors the structure of military life, which, according to the Randolph-Macon Academy in Front Royal, Va., builds "leadership and character."If you don't necessarily want to send your child to boarding school for a full school year, some military academies offer summer programs, such as Camp LEAD at Wentworth Military Academy and College, in Lexington, Mo.
Religious schools provide an answer for training girls; according to Jeanne Curran and Susan R. Tatka in their article "Religious Schools," many people believe that religious schools provide a more disciplined education. Religious all-girl's boarding schools don't just provide a disciplined education, they make it more likely that your girl student will graduate from college, obtain advanced degrees and play an active role in non-profit community-based organizations, according to information from the St. Margaret's School in British Columbia.
Secular boarding schools (or those without a strong religious background) offer your child the structure and discipline of boarding schools without the ritual and spirituality of religious boarding schools. This might provide a quality alternative for atheists, agnostics or those with a "non-traditional" religious leaning. Additionally, these schools may provide for a higher level of diversity among students. Whatever boarding school you choose, the constant supervision plays a role in training your child in discipline.
Choosing the right school for your family might seem overwhelming, but you can narrow it down using steps from Great Schools, an organization dedicated to helping parents choose schools for children. First, write down all of the qualities you want in a school. For example, in addition to discipline and training, you might also include a great music program and quality bilingual education. List schools in your area, then narrow down your list using your requirements. You might need to stretch your search area to a county, state or even nation-wide search. Once you narrow down your list to several schools, plan to visit each of the schools. Once you choose the school you like, apply.