Newsletter 10-11-23
Parents Weekend Parents Weekend was an unequivocal success, leaving a trail of smiles and cherished memories in its wake. The campus buzzed with a sense of warmth and connection as families reunited with their sons. From the heartwarming embrace at the arrival to the emotional farewell at the end, the weekend was a testament to ... Read more
The new Rick Cline Baseball Center provides the opportunity for year round training for Hargrave Baseball.
During alumni weekend 2023, Hargrave cut the ribbon on a brand new indoor baseball facility that features a new locker room and state of the art training technology through Rapsodo. The facility now provides the Cadet Athletes’ with the ability to train year round which gives the program a leg up on the completion come ... Read more
Cross Country is taking huge strides forward!
This past Friday, the Tigers placed third at the Invitational hosted by Virginia Episcopal School. The rolling hills, open field, and trail course was challenging. Philip Huddle (20:59) placed first for HMA. Followed by Phoenix Johnson (22:13), Jake Bradley (22:44), Skylar Jordan-Williams (23:42), and Brady Ball (24:48), first time Brady scored for the Tigers this ... Read more
Hargrave Athletics Implements Presidential Youth Fitness Challenge to its Cadet Athletes.
The Presidential Youth Fitness Program (PYFP) is the national fitness education and assessment program that offers presidential recognition to schools and students. The program provides a model to help schools achieve excellence in physical education through quality fitness assessment practices. The Presidential Youth Fitness Program cultivates and promotes a healthy lifestyle through regular exercise and ... Read more
Newsletter 9-27-23
Field Day Field day was an exhilarating showcase of teamwork and camaraderie, where Cadets came together within their companies to compete in a series of events. However, it was Bravo Company that truly exemplified the power of synergy and collaboration, ultimately emerging victorious. Their success was a testament to their dedication to one another and ... Read more
Hargrave Football flexes their muscles on Fishburne.
The Tigers came out in full force this past Friday night with a dominating 41-8 victory over rival Fishburne. The Tigers QB Ashton Hammock threw 4 touchdown passes to lead the offence. Alex Turner collected 2 touchdown receptions and one interception that was ran back for a touchdown. Additionally, David Royster and Manny Guishard each ... Read more
Soccer picks up big a win against FUMA!
Hargrave soccer picked up their first win of the season on the road last Friday at FUMA. The Tigers played the entire second half a man down and still came out with the one goal victory 5-4. Michael Butare went on a tear against the Fork Union defense recording a hat-trick, and Jalen Carter ripped ... Read more
Newsletter 9-13-23
Founders’ Day Wednesday, September 6, marked a special day for Hargrave. Founders’ Day is a cherished tradition that celebrates the school’s rich history and the visionaries who established it. On this special day, Cadets, faculty, and staff come together to honor the founders’ legacy through various activities. As the Cadets form up on Company Street, ... Read more
Hammock Leads Offense with 5 Passing Touchdowns!
This past Saturday the Tigers traveled to St. George, Virginia to take on the Blue Ridge Barons. Ashton Hammock produced a career night by throwing for five touchdowns! He also showed great focus and composure throughout the game as the team battled through injuries. Alex Turner also showed out by making an amazing catch and ... Read more
Freshman Goalie Tallies Breakout Performance!
The Tigers battled hard through the humidity and heat this past Thursday against Blue Ridge. Though the team did not get the result they were hoping for, Freshman goalie Joey Shelton made his presence known registering double digit saves. Coach Raines Wall stated that this was Sheltons first career start at goalie and he inspired ... Read more
Tigers Football kicks off season with a victory behind the support of an electric crowd!
Hargrave football opened the season with a 31-14 win over the Roanoke Spartans at Dick Dyer Field last Friday night! The Tigers we backed by a loud and exciting crowd that helped push them to victory. The Tigers were lead by strong quarterback play by Ashton Hammock who tallied 2 rushing touchdowns. In addition, Alex ... Read more
Newsletter 8-30-23
It’s official! Hargrave is kicking off the school year with our highest opening enrollment since 2017-18. The future is bright for our students and community! Enrobed In Excellence Friday, August 18th, marked a special day for nine Cadets. The Honor Council robing ceremony is a momentous occasion that exudes tradition and integrity. As the Cadets ... Read more
New Life for Hargrave Cross Country
The running Tigers were thrown into a crucible of fire. With only three days of practice the team faced their first challenge last Wednesday at the Southside Jamboree. The new look program now features approximately 20 cadet-athletes which is a 500% increase from last season! Hargrave had nine runners participate in the open 3K Race. ... Read more
Newsletter 8-17-23
Forging Exceptional Leaders Leadership School at Hargrave offers a rigorous and comprehensive foundation for honing essential leadership skills. Cadets are immersed in an environment that emphasizes discipline, teamwork, and effective communication from the start. The benefits of attending are numerous, ranging from the development of strong decision-making abilities to fostering resilience in high-pressure situations. The ... Read more
Elliott Perkins Promoted to Middle School Program Director
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
Newsletter 7-28-23
Summer Program Awards 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 ... Read more
Janice McLaughlin Appointed as Director of the Academic Learning Center
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
1SG Trent Promoted to Deputy Commandant
We are delighted to announce the promotion of 1SG Remus Trent to the position of Deputy Commandant at Hargrave Military Academy. With over two years as a dedicated TAC Officer under his belt, and a military career spanning an impressive 38 years, 1SG Trent is the embodiment of exceptional leadership and commitment. His distinguished service ... Read more
Newsletter 7-14-23
“What is your greatest achievement so far this Summer?” Hometown Heroes Hargrave President, Eric Peterson, delivered opening remarks at the Chatham Rotary annual Field of Honor on Saturday, July 1. The theme of this year’s field is “Hometown Heroes.” In his speech, Peterson stated, “The Fourth of July is a singularly American holiday, and in ... Read more
Boarding School Away from Home
When considering a change of schools, most parents look close to home when they start their search. Having your son attend school outside his “comfort zone” often feels at odds with the natural parental urge to protect them. Even so, there are proven benefits to a boarding school education away from home: 1) He’ll Make ... Read more