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Summer Experience 2025

Welcome to the 2025 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.

  • Monday July 7th – Saturday August 2nd, 2025
  • All Boys
  • Rising 7th–12th Graders
  • Boarding or Day
  • Open to current students and students new to Hargrave

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.

The Four Pillar Approach

Our unique Four Pillar Approach ensures a blend of meaningful learning, character building, physical fitness, and spiritual development, culminating in a rich, purposeful summer experience.

  • Project-Based Learning: Explore diverse topics and activities tailored to weekly themes.
  • Supplemental Learning: Learning extends beyond classrooms into enriching off-campus fieldwork and activities designed to enrich knowledge through practical applications.
  • Master Classes: Enhance skills in communication, writing, and math.
  • Leadership Seminars: Learn from workshops focused on leadership and military studies.
  • Military Field Events: Experience Hargrave’s military traditions and practical exercises through various field activities.
  • Etiquette Training: Master social graces with etiquette class and family-style dinners.
  • Physical Activity: Start mornings with invigorating physical training sessions.
  • Sports Camp: Participate in sports from Monday to Thursday.
  • Outdoor Adventures: Explore Virginia’s natural beauty through hiking and visits to popular recreational destinations.
  • Bible Study and Devotionals: Engage in weekly Bible studies and evening devotionals.
  • Chapel Services: Attend Sunday evening chapel and optional community services.

Boarding School Life: A Preview

For many, our summer program is the first taste of boarding school life. It’s an opportunity to experience the hands-on educational programs and camaraderie parents want for their sons.

Sample Daily Schedule

TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
A-TeamB-TeamA-TeamB-TeamA-TeamB-TeamSunday Duty
6:30ReveilleReveilleReveilleReveilleReveille
6:45-6:55Colors/FormColors/FormColors/FormColors/FormColors/Form
6:55-7:15PTPTPTPTPT
7:20-7:45HygieneHygieneHygieneHygieneHygiene
7:45-8:15Mess IMess IMess IMess IMess I
8:25-9:25LeadershipService LearningLeadershipService LearningMilitary TimeReveille (8:00)Reveille (9:00)
9:30-10:30GeologyHunter SafetyGeologyHunter SafetyMilitary TimeMess I (8:30)Brunch (10:00)
10:35-11:35Colonial VirginiaRevolutionary War BattlesColonial VirginiaRevolutionary War BattlesMilitary TimeLoad Bus (9:30)
11:35FormationFormationFormationFormationHygiene TimeTravel On Campus Act.
11:45-12:45Mess IIMess IIMess IIMess IIMess IIPacked LunchOn Campus Act.
12:50-13:50Math Master ClassEnglish Master ClassMath Master ClassEnglish Master ClassField TripField TripOn Campus Act.
13:55-14:55BibleEtiquetteBibleEtiquetteField TripField TripOn Campus Act.
15:00-16:00Projects TimeProjects TimeProjects TimeProjects TimeField TripField TripOn Campus Act.
16:00-17:00BreakBreakBreakBreakField TripTravel On Campus Act.
17:00-17:50Mess IIIMess IIIMess IIIMess IIIDinner EventBreakBreak
18:00-20:00SportsSportsSportsSportsDinner EventMess III (18:00)Chapel (17:00)
20:10Hygiene/SnackHygiene/SnackHygiene/SnackHygiene/SnackDinner EventMess III (18:00)
20:35Residence LifeResidence LifeResidence LifeResidence LifeResidence Life
21:35DevotionalDevotionalDevotionalDevotionalResidence Life
22:00Lights OutLights OutLights OutLights OutLights Out