Muskegon native Dr. Byron Varnado, who has more than 20 years of experience meeting the needs of children and families as a family doctor, has been appointed as a “senior advisor” to Muskegon Maritime Academy’s National Advisory Team, school officials announced recently. Varnado’s expertise and insight will make an outstanding addition to Maritime Academy’s leadership ..read more

Chicago– Franklin A. Fudail, the founder of the Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) announced today that he has secured over $700,000 in private funding for repairs at the 571 E. Apple Avenue facility. Fudail worked with a mission-focused funding source based in Chicago to secure funding to complete the renovations at the former Angell School Building. “This ..read more

Muskegon – David A. Allison, Army veteran, and retired United States Secret Service agent will be working with the Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) on school safety issues and is a member of the school’s National Advisory Team. Franklin A. Fudail, founder of Muskegon Maritime Academy recruited retired Agent Allison to be a part of the school’s National ..read more

The Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) K-5 naval academy promises to be the most outstanding and unique educational experience in Muskegon County. The school has worked with brilliant educators from around the country ranging from the University of Michigan to West Point. The curriculum consists of a robust reading and math program. A creative and hands-on STEM ..read more

Muskegon – For decades the U.S. Department of Education has cited sound research data that a well-designed tutoring program can be effective in improving children’s reading and academic skills. Students show significant gains when compared with similar students who do not receive tutoring from a high-quality tutoring program. The Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) is rooted in ..read more

Muskegon – The Muskegon Maritime Academy(MMA) will officially become an  “Adidas School” when the school opens its doors in the fall”. The students will officially be geared with Adidas attire and shoes for physical education class and non-uniform days at the new school. Franklin A. Fudail, the school founder who negotiated the deal with Adidas ..read more

By Darlene A. White Arlington, Virginia – Muskegon Maritime Academy (MMA), the first naval academy school in Muskegon will open its doors this fall. The school will serve grades K-5. The school will be partnering with the United States Naval Sea Cadets Corps(USNSCC) for a youth leadership development program that will be incorporated into the curriculum ..read more

Local News – Public Health – Muskegon County (PHMC) in partnership with the public libraries of Muskegon County has free adult KN95 masks available for the public (while supplies last). Masks are available at Hackley Public Library, White Lake Community Library, Fruitport District Library, and Muskegon Area District Library branches. Pick up times are during regular business hours. Masks are packaged in ..read more

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