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Hargrave Parent eNewsletter
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"A leader has to be somebody who's getting people to do things which don't seem to make
sense to them or are not in their best interest -- like convincing people that they should work 14 hours a day so that someone else can make more money.
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-- Scott Adams (Dilbert)
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Dear Parents, Grandparents and Guardians,
If you missed Mother's Day this past weekend, you missed a wonderful Chapel service and a great Cadet led parade. They looked sharp, the morale was high with the Highlanders finding time to entertain at almost every turn.
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| Mother's Day Parade presentation of the Colors. |
During the parade, 80 Cadets earned recognition for achievement on the President's List, Dean's List or President's Commendation List during the 5th Six Weeks, and were eligible to receive their Academic Stars during the Mother's Day awards service.
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Hargrave is now a National School of Character. |
If anything could possibly eclipse the excellent Mother's Day with the Corps of Cadets, it would be
Hargrave's designation as a National School of Character by Character.org. Hargrave was the only school--public or private--in Virginia to be named on this year's list. There were only 67 schools PK-12 in the nation who met the standards for designation.
Hargrave has always been known for developing young men of character. Four years ago, we undertook to align our programs with the Character.org Eleven Pillars to better define what we do on a daily basis. Our Character Across the Curriculum Team,
ably led by Sgt Major Hofer, rallied early this Academic Year and began the extensive process documenting what we do and how we do it. The culmination of this effort was two-fold: first, our application to Character.org and second, a full day on-site visit by one of the senior leaders from that organization.
The Hargrave Team has done a great job as is reflected in this designation! Your sons have always been at a school that strives for excellence as much as it demands excellence from its students.
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Martin |
Speaking of excellence, congratulations to Hargrave Mathematics department chairman Patricia Martin. Each year the Danville-Pittsylvania County Chamber of Commerce invites each public and private school in the county to nominate one faculty member. From this stellar group, the Chamber selects three Educators of the Year (lower, middle and upper). It's an incredibly tough field of competition and a great honor for Ms. Martin! We are extremely proud of her and her service to our Cadets! One final note, this is the second time in six years a Hargrave faculty member has been selected for this honor.
Yesterday, Hargrave Basketball Program Director
Coach A.W. Hamilton brought in a candidate to meet me for our position as Varsity Basketball Coach.
Coach Ben Veshi immediately struck me as a man who "gets it." He understands that it's more than "X's and O's" on the chalkboard and basketball. It's about building young men of character via the 'whole person' and ensuring they are ready to be successful in life.
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Veshi |
Doing this by building upon our already successful varsity basketball program and taking it to the next level. With all that as preface,
I want to welcome Coach Ben Veshi as Hargrave new Head Varsity Basketball Coach. Coach Veshi is arriving from Catawba College, which has an NCAA Division II college basketball program. He will coach our basketball summer camp. Welcome aboard!
On Tuesday, Hargrave underclassmen were recognized for academic, military and honors achievement during the 2015-2016 Academic year. Over 60 underclassmen were recognized during an expanded assembly format. Additionally, two Hargrave postgraduates were recognized for their appointment to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point and the U.S. Naval Academy. Four seniors were recognized for their qualification with college level ROTC scholarships. And, two underclassmen earned prestigious cash scholarships for the 2016-2017 Academic year.
Hargrave's exams began yesterday afternoon following the Underclassmen Awards assembly. There are six examinations with countless hours studying and working with Hargrave faculty this week. For the Class of 2016, examination week also means graduation rehearsals, Baccalaureate, the Final Formation, Senior Dinner and Saturday graduation. I'm looking forward the graduation of Hargrave's Class of 2016. They've been a great class.
After graduation, what is next? The Hargrave Parent Council has asked me to mention
Summer School and Camp Tuition Auction. The auction is a key way they fund raise in the Spring for their initiatives. Many Parent Council initiatives directly support the Cadets. Please help them get the word out on this great opportunity for a potentially huge discount on a Hargrave Summer School and Camp tuition. The Summer School and Camp starts June 25, 2016.
Has your son re-enrolled? There are still a few days remaining to 'lock-in' your Tuition for Life (TFL) rate. If you are having trouble with any of the online forms--call the Admissions Team!
The 2015-2016 Academic year is concluding with real momentum going into 2016-2017. The next school year will see many initiatives started years ago becoming more pronounced. This will be very visible in athletics, but spans the academic and military sides of the Academy as well. This is a fantastic time to be a Hargrave Cadet.
Best regards,
Don Broome
BG, USA (Ret.)
President
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Thank You!
Hargrave Parent Council
We couldn't have asked for better day in celebration of Mother's Day last weekend. I hope you enjoyed your time at Hargrave.
The boys are starting final exams with anticipation and excitement for that last day of school. Please encourage them to stay strong and give it their best till the very end! If you haven't had a chance to re-enroll yet for next year, please take the time this week to do so. You truly are building his future.
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Summer School Tuition Online Auction will close on Friday, June 10th. The winning bidder will be contacted by phone.
It has been a great year and thank you for your support of Parent Council. We congratulate our seniors and their parents. You are beginning a new chapter in your lives and I hope that you will look back on your days at Hargrave with fond memories and an appreciation for all that your parents and Hargrave family tried to do for you. Good luck and great success in your future!
Many thanks to
Linda O'Connor,
Robin Taylor and
Amy Heath for their time and efforts in continuing the success of the Parent Council.
Have a wonderful and safe summer. We look forward to seeing our returning and new families at matriculation in August!
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Hargrave designated National School of Character
Character.org
Hargrave Military Academy was named a National School of Character by Character.org. Character.org, a non-profit organization that supports the advancement of character development in schools, communities and workplaces across the U.S. and globally, The organization designated 67 schools and four districts from 15 states as National Schools and Districts of Character for 2016. The designations were announced on Monday, June 10, 2016.
"We are incredibly excited about this recognition. It speaks volumes about the depth and dedication of our faculty and staff--and their commitment to the development of each young man,"
Brigadier General Don Broome (U.S. Army, Retired), Hargrave President, said. "Hargrave has always been known for developing young men of character. Four years ago, we undertook to align our programs with the Character.org Eleven Pillars to better define what we do on a daily basis. The Hargrave Team has done a great job as is reflected in this designation."
Since the inception of Character.org's Schools of Character program's in 1998 only 263 schools and 14 districts have met the standards to be be designated as National Schools or Districts of Character. Hargrave joins this elite group that is impacting more than 600,000 students' lives.
Hargrave was the only Virginia school--public or private-- to earn the National School of Character designation. In 2015, it was the only school to earn the State School of Character designation. Additionally, it was the only military academy to be designated.
Read more at:
Hargrave designated National School of Character by Character.org
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2016 Educator of the Year
Martin
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Martin |
Hargrave Military Academy instructor Patricia F. Martin was named an Educator of the Year at the Danville-Pittsylvania County Chamber 2016 Annual Awards Dinner hosted at the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research on Monday, May 9, 2016. Additionally, Martin was one of only three Educators of the Year to recognized for Excellence in Education.
Thirty-nine teachers from public and private schools in Danville, Pittsylvania County and Caswell County, North Carolina, were recognized as educators of the year for their respective schools. Three of these teachers were chosen for Excellence in Education awards, which include a cash award of $2,500. In addition to Martin's designation, Amanda Craig at South Elementary School in Caswell County, North Carolina and Jason Ince at Chatham High School in Chatham, Virginia were also named.
"Ms. Martin is a role model for all of our faculty and student," Dean Walter Sullivan (LTC USA, Ret.) said. "She is a demanding and caring teacher who works tirelessly to challenge her students to their potential and to develop a passion for lifelong learning in the classroom."
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Cadet passes Boy Scout Board of Review
Duncanson
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Duncanson |
Cadet Mack Duncanson passed his Boy Scout Eagle Board of Review on Monday evening, May 9, 2016. Duncanson is now an Eagle Scout. His Eagle Project included the power-washing, sanding and painting the porticoes on on Hargrave's Cosby Hall. The effort beautified a well traveled area on campus. Duncanson will be recognized in an upcoming Cadet Parade.
Duncanson is Troop 68's 14th Eagle Scout since 2012, and is the 77th Cadet to reach this achievement since 1995. He is the son of
Harold and Kay Duncanson of Normandy Park, Washington.
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Hargrave names new Head Varsity Basketball Coach
Veshi
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Veshi |
Hargrave welcomes the arrival of
Coach Ben Veshi as the Academy's Head Varsity Basketball Coach. His team and new position will contribute to Hargrave's Basketball program.
"Coach Veshi brings an unbelievable skill set to Hargrave's varsity program,"
Coach A.W. Hamilton, Hargrave's Basketball Program Director, said. "He is a relentless worker, a great basketball mind and, above all, a high character person. We're lucky to have someone with as much experience at the scholarship level in this position. There's no doubt that with Coach Veshi's guidance, we will continue to build the varsity program to championship levels."
Veshi arrives at Hargrave from NCAA Division II Catawba College, where he joined the Indians as a coach for the 2014-2015 Academic year. He served as the recruiting coordinator for the Indians in addition to his on-court coaching and operations management duties.
Read more at:
Hargrave names new Head Varsity Basketball Coach
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Baseball
Hargrave Sports
Varsity Baseball vs. North Cross
On Tuesday, May 10, 2016, the varsity baseball team defeated the North Cross School 14-8.
Varsity Baseball vs. Miller School
On Monday, May 9, 2016, the varsity baseball team defeated the Miller School 5-4.
Varsity Baseball vs. Blue Ridge
On Tuesday, May 3, 2016, the varsity baseball team defeated the Blue Ridge School 21-0.
For information and commentary, check out
hargravesports.com.
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College Acceptance
Correia Cabral, Ely, Markiewicz, Stegman, Thurman
The Hargrave Class of 2016 completes its final week with a great collection of new college acceptances. Great job Class of 2016!
Correia Cabral, Gabriel: Carlton College.
Ely, Brooks: Glennville State.
Markiewicz, Bradley: Guilford Technical Community College.
Stegaman, AJ: J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College; Concord University; Longwood University.
Thurman, Stone: Radford University.
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The Weekend Outlook
Cadet Student Activities Schedule
The weekend outlook for adventure and fun.
Saturday, May 14
Class of 2016 Graduation
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Upcoming Sports
Weekly Athletic Schedule
Parents are always welcomed to cheer! Be our guest.
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Varsity Baseball vs. Covenant School
Away at 4:00 PM in Charlottesville, Virginia
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You CAN make a difference!
When it come to deciding on your gift to Hargrave, please know that those $10, $25, $50 and $100 gifts do add up and do help a tremendous amount!
Why Give?
The boarding school landscape has changed a lot over the past 10 plus years.There are more and more smaller academies that have been started which means it's a much more competitive market.
With that being said, IGTH allows Hargrave to hire and keep the best faculty, staff and coaches. Your support is needed more than ever!
Our goal is to raise participation in all constituencies within the Hargrave family, ultimately reaching 1,000 donors for the Academy's fiscal year ending May 31. That will be a 100% increase from the year before but less than our all time high of 1,600 donors. To make a gift you can go to the link below.
Thank you for your support of Hargrave!
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Hargrave Links
This handy one sheet offers simple convenience.
A very active, generalist platform. Hargrave has been successful on Facebook for years.
Many candid images of Hargrave Cadets are placed on Instagram.
Remain professionally involved with Hargrave via Linkedin.
Explore Hargrave through Pinterest.
Gain up to the moment insight through Hargrave's Twitter account.
Watch Hargrave videos. Our favorite subject? Cadets!
The daily menu of food options for your son.
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