Academics
College Counseling Process: Step by Step
October 24, 2025
Hargrave's comprehensive college counseling supports students from junior year through enrollment. From college list creation and SAT prep to essay support, application management, financial aid guidance, and Service Academy appointments—we ensure 100% acceptance through structured, individualized support.
Reimagining Mornings at Hargrave: Moving to the Lab Model
July 23, 2025
This fall, Hargrave is introducing a smarter, more intentional way to start each school day—one rooted in how boys learn best, and designed to equip students with the skills, structure, and confidence they need to thrive. We’re calling it the Lab Model. Labs will initially feature a mix of familiar experiences, including STEM, the arts, ... Read more
Unlocking Potential: How Hargrave Finds the Best in Every Young Man
December 26, 2024
At Hargrave, we believe that every young man has untapped potential just waiting to be unlocked. Through a unique approach to education and personal development, Hargrave helps students not only succeed academically but also grow into confident, capable leaders. Our tailored programs foster an environment where young men can explore their strengths, overcome challenges, and ... Read more
Convocation 2024 Video
August 27, 2024
“There are nearly 200 of you here, the most in some years. I look forward to our work together and the year that lies ahead.” – Eric Peterson, Hargrave President
Summer Experience Recap 2024
August 15, 2024
This year, Hargrave Military Academy took a bold step forward in reshaping how we educate and engage young men during the summer. A Shift from Credit Recovery to Experiential Learning Historically, our summer program focused on credit recovery, helping students catch up with academic credits in a traditional class model. This year, we broke the ... Read more
A Modern College Counseling Program
February 13, 2024
The Hargrave College Counseling program, led by Krista Montesano Peterson, is a critical component in fulfilling our mission to build young men into a leader of character prepared for lifelong success. This year, our program has introduced College Planner Pro (CPP), which streamlines the college selection process. CPP places a major emphasis on the direct ... Read more
Elliott Perkins Promoted to Middle School Program Director
August 3, 2023
We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Elliott Perkins to the position of Middle School Program Director! Elliott is a proud native of Virginia, and a College of William and Mary graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in History. Over his four-year tenure at Hargrave, Elliott has served as an English language teacher, a ... Read more
Janice McLaughlin Appointed as Director of the Academic Learning Center
July 26, 2023
We are thrilled to announce that Janice McLaughlin, a valuable member of our team for six years, has been appointed as the Director of the Academic Learning Center! Janice is a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Special Education from Lynchburg College, has a ... Read more
Hargrave Participates in Averett Aviation Day
April 5, 2023
Hundreds gathered on Friday, March 17, for Averett University’s Department of Aeronautics’ annual Aviation Day. Held in an airplane hangar at Averett’s George J. Falk Flight Center at Danville Regional Airport, alumni, current students, prospective students and their families, aviation partners and University faculty and staff joined to kick off the day. Nearly 30 high school students ... Read more
Hargrave Military Academy, in Partnership With Averett University, Welcomes the Return of Its Flight Program
July 5, 2022
Hargrave Military Academy, in partnership with Averett University and their FAA-approved Part 141 flight school, welcomes the return of its flight program. Students participating in the Hargrave-Averett Aeronautics Partnership will have the opportunity to complete Private Pilot Ground School and Flight 1, earning dual enrollment credits for each course. Students participating in the Hargrave-Averett flight program are required ... Read more
One Week Left to Register for Summer 22!
June 16, 2022
Our Summer Program is open to current students and students new to Hargrave. Students take classes in the morning, followed by sports and activities like Leadership Challenge or High Adventure in the afternoon. Hargrave’s Summer Program is built on the same character-building standards as our academic year. We focus on academic growth and physical development for all students. The Academy’s structure provides the ... Read more
Graduation 2022
May 16, 2022
2nd Marking Period Academic Honors 21/22
November 12, 2021
President’s List Qualifying Cadets must maintain all grades at B+ or above in a grading period, including both the military-grade and the classroom performance grade. Joseph A Assen Andrew Marcel Francis Devin M Gray Kelsten Aaron Hudson Keylen Lee Hudson Quang Le Isaiah Conn Luckie Matthew McConnell Sebastian Enrique Medina Michael Morino Oluteniore Ayodamope Olufore ... Read more
Cadets Begin Their 2021-2022 Academic, Athletic, Spiritual, and Character Journey
August 27, 2021
Thursday morning, August 26, 2021, cadets gathered promptly on Company Street at 7:00 am. With cadets in formation, Hargrave Commandant CWO3 Jason Rader restated his expectations for the upcoming year with these words, “Excellence in the classroom, on the field of competition, and across the campus will not be the exception. Excellence will be the ... Read more
Fall 2020 COVID-19 Preparedness
June 8, 2020
Previous Next Schools across the country are continuously updating and adjusting reopening plans, leaving families little in the way of certainty. We believe that it is in the best interest of our cadets that we remain firm in our commitment to a full reopening for the 2020 school year. Hargrave will reopen as scheduled for our ... Read more
2020 Senior Awards
May 16, 2020
2020 Underclassmen Awards
May 16, 2020
Remote Learning Orientation
March 30, 2020
Dear Hargrave family: I trust that you’re well and keeping safe during these uncertain times. With this week coming to a close, I hope your cadet has made it to a place of safety, and is prepared to engage in our first week of remote learning following spring break. The COVID-19 situation continues to be ... Read more
COVID-19 Update: What’s Next?
March 15, 2020
Dear CADETS & PARENTS: I apologize for the somewhat formal tone of the following letter. But somehow just saying “we’re going to be smart, reasonable, have goals, make achievable plans, work together and remain flexible” doesn’t live up to the expectations of an academic type being long-winded! Background (Who & Why): The Hargrave faculty are ... Read more
College Fair and Military College Night
September 14, 2019
Hargrave’s annual College Fair and Military College Night was a roaring success this year! Our young men had the opportunity to meet with representatives from nearly 60 colleges/universities between both events. Schools in attendance included: Virginia Tech, George Mason University, Old Dominion University, University of Florida, University of Alabama, High Point University, Virginia Military Institute, ... Read more