ACADEMICS<\/h1><\/div>Where Students Thrive & Grow<\/h3><\/div>APPLY TODAY<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"compass\"](\"https:\/\/hra.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/HRA-Logo-Symbols-1023-02.png\" "\\"HRA-Logo")
<\/span><\/div>At HRA, we are dedicated to fostering academic excellence and preparing students for a dynamic and evolving world. Across our Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools, we cultivate an environment that naturally inspires creativity and promotes critical thinking. Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to support each student\u2019s unique journey, ensuring they develop lifelong learning strategies to prepare them for the challenges of college and beyond. Explore our academic offerings to see how we nurture intellectual growth, encourage personal development, and equip our students to become mindful global citizens.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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<\/span><\/div>The goal of Hampton Roads Academy\u2019s Lower School is to nurture a passion for learning. Our challenging and rigorous curriculum includes fundamental skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and science to build a strong academic base and teach critical thinking. Students in Pre-K through Grade 4 flourish in a supportive and creative environment, guided by dedicated and knowledgeable teachers who prioritize their growth and success.<\/p>\n<\/div>
LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span>![\"middle](\"https:\/\/hra.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/HRA-Icons-0224_Middle-School.png\" "\\"HRA-Icons-0224_Middle")
<\/span><\/div>Our Middle School provides a solid foundation in core subjects to prepare students in Grades 5 through 8 for Upper School and beyond. The curriculum at HRA\u2019s Middle School offers a thorough academic and behavioral foundation, gradually expanding students’ sense of independence and equipping them to tackle increasingly challenging material. Beyond academic success, we aim to cultivate a Middle School environment where every student feels supported, encouraged, and valued daily.<\/p>\n<\/div>
LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span>![\"Upper](\"https:\/\/hra.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/HRA-Icons-0224_Upper-School.png\" "\\"HRA-Icons-0224_Upper")
<\/span><\/div>In HRA\u2019s Upper School, our diverse curriculum is crafted to prepare students for both college and life outside the classroom. Our comprehensive educational program emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication, equipping each student for future success. Our REACH Initiative and dedicated college counseling team help students navigate the college admissions process and make informed decisions about their educational and career paths.<\/p>\n<\/div>
LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span>![\"College](\"https:\/\/hra.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/HRA-Icons-0224_College-Counseling.png\" "\\"HRA-Icons-0224_College")
<\/span><\/div>While the college application process can seem overwhelming at first, our aim is to ensure your student is well-informed about their choices, feels supported through every stage of the application journey, and ultimately gains admission to the college or university of their choice. Our college counselors assist students and their families through each step, from researching potential colleges and guiding your student through testing to making the final decision about where to study.<\/p>\n<\/div>
LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>HRA\u2019s REACH Initiative<\/h2><\/div>At HRA, we believe in integrating academic learning with practical, real-world experiences that are not only learned in the classroom, but also further enhanced through career exploration. The HRA Upper School’s Real-world Experience & Academic Choice (REACH) Initiative<\/a> integrates a directed course of study in a student’s area of interest with meaningful professional experiences, enriching their understanding of the connection between academic success and career fulfillment. Through professional settings such as summer internships, mentorships, part-time jobs, and leadership roles, students undergo \u201creal-world\u201d experiences while receiving academic credit. The REACH Initiative helps students gain invaluable insights into the practical applications of their classroom learning, think critically about their future career paths, and practice invaluable workplace skills. Areas of focus include:<\/p>\n<\/div>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Applied Sciences and Technology<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Environmental Studies and Outdoor Leadership<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Global Studies<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Health Sciences<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Liberal Arts (including concentrations in the Humanities, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
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<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Student Support Center<\/h2><\/div>Our goal at HRA is to empower student excellence by pairing rigorous academics with one-on-one support tailored to each learner’s needs. In our Student Support Center<\/a>, Middle and Upper School students receive regular, personalized academic assistance, reinforcement of such crucial skills as goal-setting and organization, and help developing strategies for excellence inside and outside the classroom. Emphasizing accountability and self-advocacy, we aim to equip students with an understanding of how they learn best and guide them as they take ownership of their educational experience. The Student Support Center’s offerings include:<\/p>\n<\/div>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Personalized learner profiles and strategies for success generated by the platform MindPrint Learning<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Peer tutoring<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Guided study halls<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Executive functions skills coaching<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
And much more!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
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<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Apply to Hampton Roads Academy<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
Hampton Roads Academy is dedicated to merging academic excellence with inclusion, service, and compassion. This holistic approach enables us to fulfill our mission of preparing students to excel intellectually, artistically, physically, and morally in higher education and in life. No matter when your student joins our school, we are ready to welcome them to our Navigator family with open arms. Apply now<\/a> and pursue a rigorous, comprehensive, and enriching education for students in Pre-K through Grade 12.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Schedule a Tour<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>At Hampton Roads Academy<\/h3><\/div>
Where Students Thrive & Grow<\/h3><\/div>APPLY TODAY<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div>At HRA, we are dedicated to fostering academic excellence and preparing students for a dynamic and evolving world. Across our Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools, we cultivate an environment that naturally inspires creativity and promotes critical thinking. Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to support each student\u2019s unique journey, ensuring they develop lifelong learning strategies to prepare them for the challenges of college and beyond. Explore our academic offerings to see how we nurture intellectual growth, encourage personal development, and equip our students to become mindful global citizens.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>The goal of Hampton Roads Academy\u2019s Lower School is to nurture a passion for learning. Our challenging and rigorous curriculum includes fundamental skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and science to build a strong academic base and teach critical thinking. Students in Pre-K through Grade 4 flourish in a supportive and creative environment, guided by dedicated and knowledgeable teachers who prioritize their growth and success.<\/p>\n<\/div>
LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>Our Middle School provides a solid foundation in core subjects to prepare students in Grades 5 through 8 for Upper School and beyond. The curriculum at HRA\u2019s Middle School offers a thorough academic and behavioral foundation, gradually expanding students’ sense of independence and equipping them to tackle increasingly challenging material. Beyond academic success, we aim to cultivate a Middle School environment where every student feels supported, encouraged, and valued daily.<\/p>\n<\/div>
LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>In HRA\u2019s Upper School, our diverse curriculum is crafted to prepare students for both college and life outside the classroom. Our comprehensive educational program emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication, equipping each student for future success. Our REACH Initiative and dedicated college counseling team help students navigate the college admissions process and make informed decisions about their educational and career paths.<\/p>\n<\/div>
LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>While the college application process can seem overwhelming at first, our aim is to ensure your student is well-informed about their choices, feels supported through every stage of the application journey, and ultimately gains admission to the college or university of their choice. Our college counselors assist students and their families through each step, from researching potential colleges and guiding your student through testing to making the final decision about where to study.<\/p>\n<\/div>
LEARN MORE<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>HRA\u2019s REACH Initiative<\/h2><\/div>At HRA, we believe in integrating academic learning with practical, real-world experiences that are not only learned in the classroom, but also further enhanced through career exploration. The HRA Upper School’s Real-world Experience & Academic Choice (REACH) Initiative<\/a> integrates a directed course of study in a student’s area of interest with meaningful professional experiences, enriching their understanding of the connection between academic success and career fulfillment. Through professional settings such as summer internships, mentorships, part-time jobs, and leadership roles, students undergo \u201creal-world\u201d experiences while receiving academic credit. The REACH Initiative helps students gain invaluable insights into the practical applications of their classroom learning, think critically about their future career paths, and practice invaluable workplace skills. Areas of focus include:<\/p>\n<\/div>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Applied Sciences and Technology<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Environmental Studies and Outdoor Leadership<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Global Studies<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Health Sciences<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Liberal Arts (including concentrations in the Humanities, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Student Support Center<\/h2><\/div>Our goal at HRA is to empower student excellence by pairing rigorous academics with one-on-one support tailored to each learner’s needs. In our Student Support Center<\/a>, Middle and Upper School students receive regular, personalized academic assistance, reinforcement of such crucial skills as goal-setting and organization, and help developing strategies for excellence inside and outside the classroom. Emphasizing accountability and self-advocacy, we aim to equip students with an understanding of how they learn best and guide them as they take ownership of their educational experience. The Student Support Center’s offerings include:<\/p>\n<\/div>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Personalized learner profiles and strategies for success generated by the platform MindPrint Learning<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Peer tutoring<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Guided study halls<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Executive functions skills coaching<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
And much more!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Apply to Hampton Roads Academy<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
Hampton Roads Academy is dedicated to merging academic excellence with inclusion, service, and compassion. This holistic approach enables us to fulfill our mission of preparing students to excel intellectually, artistically, physically, and morally in higher education and in life. No matter when your student joins our school, we are ready to welcome them to our Navigator family with open arms. Apply now<\/a> and pursue a rigorous, comprehensive, and enriching education for students in Pre-K through Grade 12.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Schedule a Tour<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>At Hampton Roads Academy<\/h3><\/div>
<\/span><\/div>At HRA, we are dedicated to fostering academic excellence and preparing students for a dynamic and evolving world. Across our Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools, we cultivate an environment that naturally inspires creativity and promotes critical thinking. Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to support each student\u2019s unique journey, ensuring they develop lifelong learning strategies to prepare them for the challenges of college and beyond. Explore our academic offerings to see how we nurture intellectual growth, encourage personal development, and equip our students to become mindful global citizens.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/span><\/div>The goal of Hampton Roads Academy\u2019s Lower School is to nurture a passion for learning. Our challenging and rigorous curriculum includes fundamental skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and science to build a strong academic base and teach critical thinking. Students in Pre-K through Grade 4 flourish in a supportive and creative environment, guided by dedicated and knowledgeable teachers who prioritize their growth and success.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div>Our Middle School provides a solid foundation in core subjects to prepare students in Grades 5 through 8 for Upper School and beyond. The curriculum at HRA\u2019s Middle School offers a thorough academic and behavioral foundation, gradually expanding students’ sense of independence and equipping them to tackle increasingly challenging material. Beyond academic success, we aim to cultivate a Middle School environment where every student feels supported, encouraged, and valued daily.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div>In HRA\u2019s Upper School, our diverse curriculum is crafted to prepare students for both college and life outside the classroom. Our comprehensive educational program emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and effective communication, equipping each student for future success. Our REACH Initiative and dedicated college counseling team help students navigate the college admissions process and make informed decisions about their educational and career paths.<\/p>\n<\/div>
<\/span><\/div>While the college application process can seem overwhelming at first, our aim is to ensure your student is well-informed about their choices, feels supported through every stage of the application journey, and ultimately gains admission to the college or university of their choice. Our college counselors assist students and their families through each step, from researching potential colleges and guiding your student through testing to making the final decision about where to study.<\/p>\n<\/div>
HRA\u2019s REACH Initiative<\/h2><\/div>At HRA, we believe in integrating academic learning with practical, real-world experiences that are not only learned in the classroom, but also further enhanced through career exploration. The HRA Upper School’s Real-world Experience & Academic Choice (REACH) Initiative<\/a> integrates a directed course of study in a student’s area of interest with meaningful professional experiences, enriching their understanding of the connection between academic success and career fulfillment. Through professional settings such as summer internships, mentorships, part-time jobs, and leadership roles, students undergo \u201creal-world\u201d experiences while receiving academic credit. The REACH Initiative helps students gain invaluable insights into the practical applications of their classroom learning, think critically about their future career paths, and practice invaluable workplace skills. Areas of focus include:<\/p>\n<\/div>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Applied Sciences and Technology<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Environmental Studies and Outdoor Leadership<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Global Studies<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Health Sciences<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Liberal Arts (including concentrations in the Humanities, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Student Support Center<\/h2><\/div>Our goal at HRA is to empower student excellence by pairing rigorous academics with one-on-one support tailored to each learner’s needs. In our Student Support Center<\/a>, Middle and Upper School students receive regular, personalized academic assistance, reinforcement of such crucial skills as goal-setting and organization, and help developing strategies for excellence inside and outside the classroom. Emphasizing accountability and self-advocacy, we aim to equip students with an understanding of how they learn best and guide them as they take ownership of their educational experience. The Student Support Center’s offerings include:<\/p>\n<\/div>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Personalized learner profiles and strategies for success generated by the platform MindPrint Learning<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>- <\/i><\/span>\n
Peer tutoring<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Guided study halls<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
Executive functions skills coaching<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li>
- <\/i><\/span>\n
And much more!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>
<\/i><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Apply to Hampton Roads Academy<\/p><\/h3><\/div>
Hampton Roads Academy is dedicated to merging academic excellence with inclusion, service, and compassion. This holistic approach enables us to fulfill our mission of preparing students to excel intellectually, artistically, physically, and morally in higher education and in life. No matter when your student joins our school, we are ready to welcome them to our Navigator family with open arms. Apply now<\/a> and pursue a rigorous, comprehensive, and enriching education for students in Pre-K through Grade 12.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span>Schedule a Tour<\/h2><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>At Hampton Roads Academy<\/h3><\/div>
At HRA, we believe in integrating academic learning with practical, real-world experiences that are not only learned in the classroom, but also further enhanced through career exploration. The HRA Upper School’s Real-world Experience & Academic Choice (REACH) Initiative<\/a> integrates a directed course of study in a student’s area of interest with meaningful professional experiences, enriching their understanding of the connection between academic success and career fulfillment. Through professional settings such as summer internships, mentorships, part-time jobs, and leadership roles, students undergo \u201creal-world\u201d experiences while receiving academic credit. The REACH Initiative helps students gain invaluable insights into the practical applications of their classroom learning, think critically about their future career paths, and practice invaluable workplace skills. Areas of focus include:<\/p>\n<\/div> Applied Sciences and Technology<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Environmental Studies and Outdoor Leadership<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Global Studies<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Health Sciences<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Liberal Arts (including concentrations in the Humanities, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div> Our goal at HRA is to empower student excellence by pairing rigorous academics with one-on-one support tailored to each learner’s needs. In our Student Support Center<\/a>, Middle and Upper School students receive regular, personalized academic assistance, reinforcement of such crucial skills as goal-setting and organization, and help developing strategies for excellence inside and outside the classroom. Emphasizing accountability and self-advocacy, we aim to equip students with an understanding of how they learn best and guide them as they take ownership of their educational experience. The Student Support Center’s offerings include:<\/p>\n<\/div> Personalized learner profiles and strategies for success generated by the platform MindPrint Learning<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Peer tutoring<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Guided study halls<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> Executive functions skills coaching<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li> And much more!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div> Apply to Hampton Roads Academy<\/p><\/h3><\/div> Hampton Roads Academy is dedicated to merging academic excellence with inclusion, service, and compassion. This holistic approach enables us to fulfill our mission of preparing students to excel intellectually, artistically, physically, and morally in higher education and in life. No matter when your student joins our school, we are ready to welcome them to our Navigator family with open arms. Apply now<\/a> and pursue a rigorous, comprehensive, and enriching education for students in Pre-K through Grade 12.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Student Support Center<\/h2><\/div>
<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Schedule a Tour<\/h2><\/span>
At Hampton Roads Academy<\/h3><\/div>