What’s the Difference Between Middle School and High School?

The world of a middle school student is very different from the world of a high school student. Middle school, 6th through 8th grade, is a time of high energy, exploring independence, and navigating changing friendships, while high school, 9th through 12th grade, involves higher level coursework, more intense extracurriculars, and preparation for life post secondary. Each division has unique …

Virginia Academy Girls Basketball claims 6th State Championship Title

ASHBURN, VA – The legacy continues! The Virginia Academy girls varsity basketball team fought to earn a 68-57 victory over the Steward School Spartans to win the Virginia Independent Schools Athletic Association (VISAA) Division II championship. VA Academy has won this title every year since advancing to Division II four years ago. This is their sixth consecutive state championship win, and they ended the season 22-7 …

Students in the Spotlight: Theater at Virginia Academy

From their first time stepping on stage as a preschool student to leading the way in 12th grade, Virginia Academy creates opportunities at every level for student performers to shine. In the 2025-2026 school year, students have completed 4 full stage musicals. Shrek the Musical – Feb 19 & 20, 2026 Our Virginia Academy performing arts department filled the auditorium …

Nine Virginia Academy Student Athletes to Play in College

ASHBURN, VA – Virginia Academy recently celebrated the class of 2024 graduation, and are sending nine student athletes to play at the collegiate level. This group includes our first football player, Matthew Harper; three volleyball players, Sydney Douglas, Hailey Piccirillo, and Jessica Choe; one soccer player, Valentina Nardone; and four basketball players, Riley White, Kristina Rakotobe, Sajol Thornhill, and Elyse …