New Orleans Military And Maritime Academy Inc

New Orleans Military and Maritime Academy (NOMMA) was founded in 2011 as a response to the need for high-quality, values-based education in the New Orleans area. The academy began its operations with only 105 ninth-grade cadets, driven3 by the vision to combine rigorous academics with the leadership and discipline principles of the Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (MCJROTC). The goal was to provide cadets with a unique educational experience that would prepare them for both college and career success, while instilling core values such as responsibility, self-discipline, and service.

Over time, NOMMA has grown significantly, now serving 947 cadets in grades 8-12. The academy has consistently expanded its programs to include Jumpstart TOPS Tech Career Diploma pathways, which provide cadets with industry-based certifications in areas such as maritime training, AV technology, business management, and public safety. This focus on career readiness, coupled with the leadership training embedded in the MCJROTC program, has helped NOMMA maintain a graduation rate of 95%, one of the highest in Orleans Parish.

As NOMMA evolved, it became known for its success in advancing the academic achievement of cadets from diverse and economically disadvantaged backgrounds. Recognized by the Louisiana Department of Education as a Top Gains Honoree and an Equity Honoree, NOMMA’s collaborative model of education has been instrumental in supporting cadets with disabilities, English language learners, and those facing economic challenges.

Throughout its history, NOMMA has remained committed to its founding mission of developing cadets into responsible leaders and productive citizens, with a strong emphasis on academic excellence, technical training, and character development.