Hargrave Connected
May 10, 2024
News & Updates from the Hargrave Community
Mother’s Day Weekend
We look forward to hosting many of you on campus for Mother’s Day weekend. As a reminder, Mother’s Day weekend activities are required for all Cadets (including Day students). Below are a few important dates and times related to upcoming activities. Details are also available in the events tab of the Hargrave mobile app.
(All Times Are EST)
Saturday, May 11
4:00pm – Meet the Coaches (Dennis R Fuller Track)
5:00pm – Athletics Dinner (Dennis R Fuller Track)
6:00pm – Athletic Awards Ceremony (Walter Davis Gym)
Sunday, May 12
8:15am – Refreshments Provided By Hargrave Parent Association (Chapel Lawn)
8:45am – Camden Rifles Performance (Chapel Lawn)
9:00am – Mother’s Day Service & Underclassmen Awards (Chapel)
10:15am – Refreshments Provided by Hargrave Parent Association (Chapel Lawn)
11:00am – Parade (Simpson Field)
Hargrave Summer Experience
Welcome to the 2024 Hargrave Summer Experience – where education and activities intersect to create an unforgettable adventure. Our newly revamped program is more than just a summer camp; it’s an experience tailored to boys and the ways in which they learn and grow into young men.
- Saturday, July 6 – Saturday, August 3, 2024
- All Boys
- Rising 7th–12th Graders
- Boarding or Day
- Open to current students and students new to Hargrave
Embrace Adventure – Apply Now.
Multidisciplinary Learning and Real-World Applications
Our curriculum is designed to engage and challenge. With thematic units culminating in hands-on fieldwork, students will gain practical experience in STEM and liberal arts. Whether it’s a river survey integrating biology and environmental science or exploring the historical significance of Thomas Jefferson’s legacy, our approach ensures a rich, multidisciplinary learning experience for your son.
Recent News From Athletics
Junior Varsity Baseball Picks Up Win
Varsity Baseball Puts up a Great Effort Against North Cross.
Golf “Putts” Up Its Best Performance of the Season
Tigers Win on a Walk Off in 9 Innings
Cadets Shine Over Alumni Weekend
Camden Rifles
The Camden Rifle Team showcased their skills at the 1st Annual Virginia Military School Drill Competition, securing impressive results with 5 second-place and 2 third-place finishes among 8 events. Despite being outnumbered, with only 18 cadets competing against teams with more than 22 members, our cadets displayed exceptional dedication and poise.
Highlanders
Our Hargrave Pipes & Drums, also known as the Highlanders, achieved significant success at the Loch Norman Games. Competing against 18 other pipe bands, they delivered stellar performances and won their division, earning the title of 2024 EUSPBA Southern Branch Champions.
On-Campus
The boys who remained on campus for Alumni Weekend demonstrated remarkable determination, professionalism, and poise throughout the weekend’s activities. Their commendable efforts during the annual retreat ceremony, meticulous room inspections, and the parade highlighted their discipline and pride in representing our esteemed institution.
In recognition of the Corps of Cadets’ exemplary performances on and off campus during the recent Alumni Weekend, Eric Peterson, President of Hargrave Military Academy, declared Thursday, 25 April 2024, as a President’s Holiday.
End-of-Year Exams & Events
All Times Are EST
Monday, May 13
- 0800 – AP Exam – Calculus
- 0800 – 1000 – Seniors only – Exam Block 5
- 1030 – 1230 – Seniors only – Exam Block 1
Tuesday, May 14
- 0815 – 1015 – Seniors only – Exam Block 4
- 1030 – 1230 – Seniors only – Exam Block 6
- 1430 – Yearbook Dedication
Wednesday, May 15
- 0800 – AP Exam – World History
- 1315 – 1515 – All Cadets – Exam 3
Thursday, May 16
- 0800 – 1000 – All Cadets – Exam Block 2
- 1030 – 1230 – Underclassmen – Exam Block 1
- 1600 – All Cadets – Baccalaureate Service
- 1800 – Senior Dinner
Friday, May 17
- 0800 – AP Exam – Physics I
- 0800 – 1000 – Underclassmen – Exam Block 6
- 0800 – 1100 – Senior Check-out
- 1030 – 1230 – Underclassmen – Exam Block 5
- 1500 – 1600 – Graduation Ceremony
- 1600 – 1700 – Senior Final Farewells
Saturday, May 18
- 0800 – 1000 – Underclassmen – Exam Block 4
- 1015 – Final Formation
- 1130 – Check-out
2024-2025 One Page Calendar
Visit hargrave.edu/parents for the most recent revisions of calendars and other parent documents.
Enroll for the Summer or Fall
If you’re considering enrolling or would like to refer a family, contact an admissions counselor at 434.432.2481 or [email protected].