Hermitage High School (Virginia)
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Hermitage High is a public high school located in Henrico County, Virginia
/Richmond, Virginia
. Hermitage offers a great Social Studies, Languages, and Humanities program and a top tier Psychology program regarded as one of the best in the entire state of Virginia. Hermitage High school prides itself in education boasting a nationally recognized psychology and science department, humanities, languages, chemistry, 20th-Century history class, and an award winning MCJROTC unit. In addition, Hermitage is home to both the Hermitage Tech Center, which offers a number of field specific classes, as well as the Hermitage Humanities Center. Hermitage has a student population of 2,000 students consistently per year. The mascot of Hermitage High School is the Panther. Hermitage High School has top tier athletic facilities boasting one of the best concrete High School Football stadiums and Rubber-turf Field Tracks located in all of Virginia.
and Meadowbrook High School
in the Central Region Playoffs in 2007. An individual may view Hermitage's particular sport titles located in the school's trophy case and also listed on a banner in the Hermitage High School gym.
In 2010-2011 school year, the Hermitage football team stormed past the district and regional titles, going for the state. They defeated Varina High School
for the district title, and knocked out L. C. Bird High School
for the regional title. They beat Bayside High School
in the state semi-finals, but ultimately lost to Battlefield High School
. One of Hermitage's own, Curtis Grant, played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl
, was named defensive player of the year, and after long consideration, signed with Ohio State University
on National Signing Day
, 2011.
In addition to its highly rated football team, Hermitage High School's band is well known in the state of Virginia, and furthermore throughout the Nation. They have received 22 VBODA honor band titles and are now in the Hall of Fame for their numerous accomplishments. The nickname for the band, The Marching Panthers, has been used since the band's inception. The Marching Panthers have performed in the Rose Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, Sugar Bowl, Gator Bowl, Peach Bowl, and many other nationally recognized sporting events. The Marching Panthers performed for British Queen Elizabeth II
on May 3, 2007, during her visit to the Capitol in Richmond
as part of her commemoration of the 400th anniversary of Jamestown's
founding.
Henrico County, Virginia
Henrico is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia, a state of the United States. As of 2010, Henrico was home to 306,935 people. It is located in the Richmond-Petersburg region and is a portion of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area...
/Richmond, Virginia
Richmond, Virginia
Richmond is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in the United States. It is an independent city and not part of any county. Richmond is the center of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area and the Greater Richmond area...
. Hermitage offers a great Social Studies, Languages, and Humanities program and a top tier Psychology program regarded as one of the best in the entire state of Virginia. Hermitage High school prides itself in education boasting a nationally recognized psychology and science department, humanities, languages, chemistry, 20th-Century history class, and an award winning MCJROTC unit. In addition, Hermitage is home to both the Hermitage Tech Center, which offers a number of field specific classes, as well as the Hermitage Humanities Center. Hermitage has a student population of 2,000 students consistently per year. The mascot of Hermitage High School is the Panther. Hermitage High School has top tier athletic facilities boasting one of the best concrete High School Football stadiums and Rubber-turf Field Tracks located in all of Virginia.
Athletics and music
Hermitage is home to many athletic teams/sports including Football, Baseball, Basketball, Wrestling, Cross country, Indoor and Outdoor Track, Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Golf, Tennis, Softball, Competition Cheerleading Squad, Dance Team, and Step team. Hermitage has won numerous State, Regional, and District Titles in each sport and has been a state powerhouse in High School football thorughout the 2000s, with placing numerous student-athletes into outstanding sports scholarships throughout numerous Universities and Colleges throughout the Nation. Along with its other sports, Hermitage often has one of the top football teams in the central region. The Panthers also achieved a regional championship by defeating Highland Springs High SchoolHighland Springs High School
Highland Springs High School is a high school located at 15 South Oak Avenue in Highland Springs, Virginia. First opened in 1907, it is among the oldest schools in Henrico County/Richmond, Virginia...
and Meadowbrook High School
Meadowbrook High School
Meadowbrook High School is a high school in Chesterfield County, Virginia. The school mascot is the Monarch. Meadowbrook High School has the International Baccalaureate Program as their specialty center.-Athletics:...
in the Central Region Playoffs in 2007. An individual may view Hermitage's particular sport titles located in the school's trophy case and also listed on a banner in the Hermitage High School gym.
In 2010-2011 school year, the Hermitage football team stormed past the district and regional titles, going for the state. They defeated Varina High School
Varina High School
Varina High School is located in eastern Henrico County, Virginia, Richmond, Virginia. The current principal of the school is Tracie Omohoundro.-Programs:...
for the district title, and knocked out L. C. Bird High School
L. C. Bird High School
Lloyd C. Bird High School is a public high school in Chesterfield, an unincorporated community in Chesterfield County, Virginia, United States. It is part of Chesterfield County Public Schools and is located at 10301 Courthouse Road.-Accreditation:L.C...
for the regional title. They beat Bayside High School
Bayside High School (Virginia Beach, Virginia)
Bayside High School is a secondary school located in Virginia Beach, Virginia.The school's remarkable feature is the Health Sciences Academy; one of several magnet programs in Virginia Beach. Students throughout the city interested in a health sciences education can apply...
in the state semi-finals, but ultimately lost to Battlefield High School
Battlefield High School
Battlefield High School is a public secondary school within the Gainesville District of unincorporated Prince William County, Virginia, United States, and is part of the Prince William County Public Schools. The school is located north of the town of Haymarket bearing a "Haymarket, Virginia" address...
. One of Hermitage's own, Curtis Grant, played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl
U.S. Army All-American Bowl
The U.S. Army All-American Bowl is a high school football all-star game held in early January in San Antonio, Texas. Currently played in the Alamodome, the game brings 90 of the nation's top high school football players in an East versus West matchup. In addition to the Bowl game, there is the U.S...
, was named defensive player of the year, and after long consideration, signed with Ohio State University
Ohio State University
The Ohio State University, commonly referred to as Ohio State, is a public research university located in Columbus, Ohio. It was originally founded in 1870 as a land-grant university and is currently the third largest university campus in the United States...
on National Signing Day
National Signing Day
National Signing Day most commonly refers to a day in February, usually on the first Wednesday of that month, which is the first day that a high school senior can sign a binding National Letter of Intent for college football with a school that is a member of the NCAA, the main governing body for...
, 2011.
In addition to its highly rated football team, Hermitage High School's band is well known in the state of Virginia, and furthermore throughout the Nation. They have received 22 VBODA honor band titles and are now in the Hall of Fame for their numerous accomplishments. The nickname for the band, The Marching Panthers, has been used since the band's inception. The Marching Panthers have performed in the Rose Bowl, Fiesta Bowl, Sugar Bowl, Gator Bowl, Peach Bowl, and many other nationally recognized sporting events. The Marching Panthers performed for British Queen Elizabeth II
Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom
Elizabeth II is the constitutional monarch of 16 sovereign states known as the Commonwealth realms: the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Jamaica, Barbados, the Bahamas, Grenada, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Belize,...
on May 3, 2007, during her visit to the Capitol in Richmond
Richmond, Virginia
Richmond is the capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in the United States. It is an independent city and not part of any county. Richmond is the center of the Richmond Metropolitan Statistical Area and the Greater Richmond area...
as part of her commemoration of the 400th anniversary of Jamestown's
Jamestown, Virginia
Jamestown was a settlement in the Colony of Virginia. Established by the Virginia Company of London as "James Fort" on May 14, 1607 , it was the first permanent English settlement in what is now the United States, following several earlier failed attempts, including the Lost Colony of Roanoke...
founding.
Humanities Center
The Humanities Center is one of the Specialty Centers of Henrico County, focusing on the connection between literature, history, philosophy, and the arts. Students in the Humanities Center also get to practice their humanitarian skills because they perform volunteer work every year that they participate in the center. The program provides students with an opportunity to pursue a rigorous interdisciplinary academic experience in the humanities while fulfilling graduation requirements for an advanced diploma with a Specialty Center seal. It is claimed that the students in this center thrive in the discussion based classes with academically focused peers, and because the center is located at Hermitage High School, students can also take advantage of all the sports, clubs, and resources of a large high school.MCJROTC
The MCJROTC program has won many awards in many activities, such as, but not limited to, physical training. The program emphasizes teamwork, and knowledge, as well as physical fitness. Students are taught about the history of the Marine Corps, and are required to learn the eleven general orders, and specific leadership traits, as well as the three core values of the Marine Corps. At some point during the school year, marksmanship training is started, although students aren't required to take part in this activity. The rifles used shoot lead pellets, and are not real firearms. The program is known for its physical fitness team, shooting team, drill team, and color guards.Notable alumni
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, Current NFL player for the New Orleans Saints. - Jamie SharperJamie SharperHarry James Sharper, Jr. is a former American football player who played in the NFL from 1997 through 2005. He played college football at the University of Virginia. He is the older brother of safety Darren Sharper.-Professional career:The Baltimore Ravens selected Sharper with the 34th overall...
, Former NFL player. - Queen HarrisonQueen HarrisonQueen Harrison is an American hurdler and sprinter who competed in the 400 meter hurdles at the 2008 Summer Olympics....
, U.S. Olympic Team 2008 Track and field. - Shawn BarberShawn BarberSteven William "Shawn" Barber is a former American football linebacker in the National Football League. He was drafted by the Washington Redskins in the fourth round of the 1998 NFL Draft. He played college football at Richmond. He also played for the Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs and...
, Former NFL player. - Fontel MinesFontel MinesFontel Mines is an American Football tight end who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the Chicago Bears as an undrafted free agent in 2007. He played college football at Virginia.-Early years:...
, Former NFL player. - Duane BrownDuane BrownDuane Anthony Brown is an American football offensive tackle for the Houston Texans of the National Football League. He played college football for the Virginia Tech Hokies. He was drafted in the first round by the Texans in the 2008 NFL Draft...
, Current NFL Player and first round pick for The Houston Texans.
External links
- Official site
- Hermitage H.S., High School Sports
- Hermitage H.S., High School Library
- Hermitage H.S., Humanities Center
- Hermitage, Technical Center
- Marching Panthers, Band Website
- MCJROTC