What makes Kemper a unique experience is the philosophical foundation laid by Professor F.T. Kemper in 1844.  "The object is to develop in harmony the physical, mental and moral powers.  Not to make mere scholars, but to make men and women of high moral and ethical character."  Our lives are not just books and lectures, the true learning experience is a combination of books, morals and values.

The Kemper Standard of Honor was designed to develop, in each cadet, a sense of positive moral and ethical behavior.  It was instituted in 1915.

The teaching of morals and values is an intricate part of Kemper's program.  This type of educational experience provides our students a strong cornerstone for life.  Parents and society demand this type of instruction, which produces students with a life of purpose and honor.

For those parents and students who are considering Kemper Military School for their educational experience, Kemper instills in her students self-discipline, self-reliance and motivation to succeed, regardless of the difficulty of the task.  At Kemper, students thrive as individuals, but succeed as members of a team.

Kemper cultivates a superior-working environment where moral, physical, educational, professional and leadership development of each student is encouraged in a structured military setting.  Kemper will continue to provide this unique type of education for our students into the new millennium.  We educate young men and women to meet the challenges they will encounter in the future.

Kemper proud!

Edward E. Ridgley, Ph.D.
KMS 1960-66
President