ORMA

Today, we're at the corner of NC Highways 150 and 68. 

Oak Ridge Military Academy, initially known as Oak Ridge Male Institute, opened in 1852, nine years before the Civil War. It became the Oak Ridge Institute two years later when it began admitting females. In the early years, seemingly, ORMA was in the middle of nowhere-- located 20 miles northwest of Greensboro with little in between. No light pollution. No shopping centers. No fast food.  While the Oak Ridge Community has a tremendously rich history, when the early students enlisted in the ranks of ORMA, there were very few surrounding distractions. Cadets were there to learn, develop leadership stills, strengthen their interpersonal relationship skills and to learn self discipline. The mission remains the same today. Regardless of surrounding changes, within its environs, ORMA continues to educate and shape young students from around the world. At present, ORMA has both residential as well as day students; an academic year program and summer camps. (ORMA link here). 

Happy Ruby Tuesday!
 

Comments

[Bill B]

Those skills are desperately needed in many of today's youth.

[hip chick]

What a beautiful old building.

[t. becque]

Neat history. I'm sure the skills of that school becomes useful for many kids... :)

[Halcyon]

I like the building. It has character.

[Manang Kim]

Great shot thanks for sharing!

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[Stephani]

Love this building. Thanks for stopping by today!