Hargrave Connected
July 28, 2023
News & Updates from the Hargrave Community
From the Summer Program Coordinator
The Hargrave Military Academy Summer Program was a huge success! We hosted 62 young men in grades 7-12 for four weeks of learning, enrichment, and fun! The How to Study Program was well-received by students and parents alike. Some students solidified Algebra, Geometry, and English basics, while others explored STEM, Aerodynamics, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership. We traveled to ropes courses, zip-lines, whitewater rafting, the Peaks of Otter, movies, and other fun experiences. Throughout our time together, the boys forged friendships with faculty, staff, and other young men from several states and three countries.
Parents were excited to greet their young men at the end of the four-week program. One parent commented, “He has learned so much and grown a lot as a person during his time at Hargrave. We will talk with him about returning as a full-time student this Fall.”
Janice McLaughlin
Summer Program Coordinator
President Eric Peterson’s Message to the Summer Program Students
Enroll for the Fall
We are looking forward to the Fall semester! If you’re considering enrolling, contact an admissions counselor at 434.432.2481 or [email protected]. Space is filling up fast, and new student orientation is on August 12.
Summer Program Awards
Myles Elkins
STEM Award
Chase Owens
STEM Award
Ethan Bill
Math Award
Gray Albach
Intro to Character and Leadership Award
Dominick Becks
Intro to Leadership and Ethics Award
Oleskii Zaiets
Language Arts Award
Leonard Valckx
Advanced Reading and Writing Award
Vladik Kitchin
Intro to Aerodynamics and Drones Award
Apollos Harrison
Intro to Entrepreneurship Award
Oleskii Zaiets
Intro to Entrepreneurship Award
Michael Jacob
Baseball Award
Cannon Washington
Basketball Award
David Dean
Football Award
Zachary Inman
Soccer Award
Zachary Zvarych
Swimming Award
Chase Owens
Tennis Award
Daniel Souza
Fitness/Weight-training Award
Dominick Becks
Oustanding CIS Student Award
Elias Phiri
Outstanding Upper School Student Award
John Bradley
Leadership Challenge Award
Eli Inman
Commandant’s Award
Summer Weekends
Weekends at Hargrave are filled with excitement and adventure. Whether hiking scenic trails, white water rafting, or riding rollercoasters, there is never a dull moment. The students that don’t leave campus gather to play sports, hang out with their friends, or simply relax in their rooms. The weekends at Hargrave are a perfect blend of fun and adventure, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Recent Grads Spotlight
Sebastian Medina ’23 is attending West Point in the Fall. Medina reported to West Point, NY for Reception Day on June 27 to begin his 47-month experience.
Andrew Francis ’23 is attending the Naval Academy in the Fall. Francis reported to Annapolis, MD for Induction Day on June 29 to begin Plebe Summer.
Shark Tank
Coach Blake Bivens’ Entrepreneurship Class had an interesting final exam. The students collaborated in groups to develop innovative products or businesses, which they then presented to a panel of “sharks.” The students’ grades were determined by the originality of their ideas and their ability to secure a deal with the sharks.
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