January 13, 2016
Welcome to 2016!
Hargrave Parent eNewsletter
"You've got to be very careful if you don't know where you are going
because you might not get there."
-- Yogi Berra
Dear Parents, Grandparents and Guardians,

The first examinations marking the end of the First Semester began this morning. The Corps of Cadets is upbeat and ready for this key time in their academics. As I talked to Cadets at Mess II today, they were excited about "...I think I knocked today's exam out of the park!" At the same time, they were anxious about, "Sir, I've got a my really tough exam ____ (you fill in the blank here with whatever your son is taking) coming up!"

All labs are also mandatory this week due to exams. Advisory groups didn't meet this week for exam preparation as well.

Hargrave Facebook image
An image from a Facebook post.
Hargrave's Facebook page is filled with images of academic activities from the first semester, too. Hargrave Cadets has been very productive and engaged in their learning this semester. Take the time check it out and see what's there!

The New Year's Reception with the Class of 2016, faculty and staff was great event. Studying and living at Hargrave is meant to give our young men experiences beyond the classroom. These opportunities are about preparing them for college and for life.

Cadets are getting ready for the North Carolina Ethics Bowl on Saturday, January 23rd. A Hargrave team will compete with other high school teams over questions about morals, values and social standards. It is an exceptionally challenging event. Last year the team did very well in their first full year of competition. We have more experience, as well as some exceptional debaters, on the team for the 2016 event. I'm looking forward to outcome.

Have a great week.

Best regards,

Don Broome
BG, USA (Ret.)
President
2016 Military Ball Checkout
For Juniors and Seniors

Hargrave's Military Department has released the checkout procedures for the 2016 Military Ball planned for Saturday, March 5, 2016. The procedures directly affect those juniors and seniors participating in the Military Ball. There are restrictions on evening departures.

Please review the checkout procedures at:

CIS Cadets and postgraduates have an open weekend. If you have questions or concerns, please contact Commandant Michael Payne, Coach William Eberly or your son's TAC officer.
Honesty
Chaplain's Message

Chaplain Joe Moran records his Cadet sermons for parents, family and friends of Hargrave. He is the voice of character and spiritual education on campus. Click to hear this week's recordings.
Honesty Genesis 20:1-13
Sunday, January 10, 2016

Focus Matthew 14:22-23
Tuesday, January 12, 2016

Enjoy all of the 2015-2016 Academic year recordings at the Cadet Chapel Service Recordings page.
Monster Trucks and The Force
Student Activities

The Force Awakens poster
On Saturday, January 9, 2016, CPT George Trickey and CPT Michael Woods took the Cadets to the Greensboro Coliseum for their Monster Truck Jam. The racing and tricks of these giant trucks are insane. It's truly amazing what these trucks and their drivers are capable of doing. The Cadets said it was "loud, fun, fast and furious."

On Sunday, January 10, 2015, MAJ William Wiebking and CPT Carlos Alvelo took the Cadets to see "Star Wars - The Force Awakens" at the Danville theater. Several Cadets had seen the film over Christmas Break, but wanted to see it again. For many others, it was their first time. It is a fun movie, and all Cadets enjoyed a good story, action and a relaxing time off campus prior to exam week.
Basketball
Hargrave Sports

PG Basketball vs. Prominence
On Monday, January 11, 2016, the Postgraduate Basketball team defeated Prominence Academy 131-85.

PG Basketball vs. Combine
On Saturday, January 9, 2016, the Postgraduate Basketball team defeated Combine prep 115-77.

Varsity Basketball vs. Eastern Mennonite
On Saturday, January 9, 2016, the Varsity Basketball team defeated Eastern Mennonite High School 57-41.

JV Basketball vs. Eastern Mennonite
On Saturday, January 9, 2016, the JV Basketball defeated Eastern Mennonite High School 45-30.

Varsity Basketball vs. Lynchburg Homeschool
On Friday, January 8, 2016, the Varsity Basketball vs. Lynchburg Homeschool 76-48.

For information and commentary, check out hargravesports.com.
College Acceptance
Decker, Phillips, Sherman

Three new college acceptances for three great members of Hargrave's Class of 2016. Great job, Cadets!

Decker, Layton; Norwich University
Phillips, Ryan: Longwood University
Sherman, Ryan: Community College of Vermont
Upcoming Sports
Weekly Athletic Schedule

Parents are always welcomed to cheer! Be our guests.

Wednesday, January 13
PG Basketball vs. Washington Academy
Home at 4:00 PM

Varsity Swimming/Diving vs. Roanoke Catholic School
Home at 5:00 PM

Thursday, January 14
JV Basketball vs. North Cross School
Home at 4:00 PM

MS Basketball vs. North Cross School
Home at 4:00 PM

Varsity Basketball vs. North Cross School
Home at 5:30 PM

Varsity Forensics Team vs. SWVaFL @ Liberty High School
Away at TBA

Friday, January 15
JV Basketball vs. Fuqua School
Home at 4:30 PM

MS Basketball vs. Fuqua School
Home at 4:30 PM

Varsity Basketball vs. Fuqua School
Home at 6:00 PM

Saturday, January 16
PG vs. Impact Academy
Away at 6:15 PM in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Varsity Wrestling at Courthouse Classic, Randolph Henry High School
Away at 9:00 AM

Sunday, January 17
PG Basketball vs. Victory Rock Prep
Away at 12:30 PM in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

Tuesday, January 19
JV Basketball vs. Virginia Episcopal School
Home at 4:30 PM

Varsity Wrestling at VIC Duals at Covenant School
Away at 4:30 PM

Varsity Basketball vs. Virginia Episcopal School
Home at 6:00 PM

Wednesday, January 20
PG Basketball vs. St. Ignatius Prep
Away at 7:30 PM in Georgetown, KY
The Weekend Outlook
Cadet Student Activities Schedule

The weekend outlook for adventure and fun.

Saturday, January 16
Movie on Campus (Gym)

Sunday, January 17
Walmart and Dinner Trip

Saturday, January 23
Closed Weekend
Indoor Rock Climbing with Chatham Hall

Chatham Hall Social/Dance

Sunday, January 24
Campus Volleyball Game

Campus Dodgeball Game

Saturday, January 30
Closed Weekend
Habitat for Humanity Service Project
The Danville Habitat for Humanity is moving store locations.
Cadets will assist with the move and clean-up.

Sunday, January 31
Etiquette Dinner at Parizade Restaurant in Durham, NC
Chatham Hall students will participate.

Campus Pool Tournament

Saturday, February 6
Bowling, Skating, and Laser Tag at World of Sports

Sunday, February 7
Campus Super Bowl Party
A wall screen event in the gym!

Madden Football 2K16 Tournament
A wall screen event in the gym!

Saturday, February 13
Closed Weekend
Bongo Ball and Giant Battle Ball in the gym!
Special guests, Chatham Hall students.

Sunday, February 14
Trampoline Park with Chatham Hall

Saturday, February 20
Meritorious Performers Weekend
Wintergreen Ski Trip

Sunday, February 21
Walmart and Hibachi Grill Trip

Friday, February 26
First Piedmont Basketball Tournament

Saturday, February, 27
Closed Weekend
First Piedmont Basketball Tournament

2K15 Tournament on Campus

Sunday, February 28
Off-Campus Paintball trip with Chatham Hall

Saturday, March 5
2016 Military Ball

Sunday, March 6
Mall Trip and Hibachi Grill Trip

Saturday, March 12
Charlotte Hornets vs. Houston Rockets Trip

Sunday, March 13
Campus Paintball

Saturday, March 19
Eye of the Tiger Weekend

Food Lion Plaza Trip

Sunday, March 20
Harlem Globetrotters Trip

Saturday, March 26
SPRING BREAK!

Saturday, April 9
Chatham Hall Formal

Batman vs. Superman movie trip

Sunday, April 10
Archery Training and Campus games

Saturday, April 16
Closed Weekend
Sophomore Retreat

Campus movie selection in Auditorium

Salem Academy Prom
This event is for 11th and 12th grade only.

Sunday, April 17
Go-Karts at VIR

Skeet Shooting on campus

Friday, April 22
Homecoming 2016

Saturday, April 23
Homecoming 2016 Parade

Gods of Egypt movie trip

Sunday, April 24
Campus Paintball with Chatham Hall

Saturday, April 30
Closed Weekend
President's Inspection

Celebration Station trip

Sunday, May 1
Kayak trip with Chatham Hall

Table Tennis Tournament

Saturday, May 7
Sports Awards Assembly at 11:00 a.m.

Sunday, May 8
Mother's Day Parade

Saturday, May 14
Class of 2016 Graduation
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