The 4th annual Prestigious Picnic was a big hit again this year. The 8th graders were paired with the 11th graders to raise money for FIT Homes which is under the direction of Agape Child Services. The girls made wonderful picnic lunches, and the boys bid on them to see with whom they would have lunch. It was a grand affair with lunches from luscious sub sandwiches to steak dinners. Everyone seemed to have a great time, and the students raised a great deal of money for the charity.
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Harding Academy Southwind participated in a Boosterthon Fun Run on April 2. The Parents Club chose the Fun Run as the school's spring fundraiser. Students were encouraged to get financial pledges for each lap they were going to run. Fitness, education and good character traits were promoted in the week preceding the run. On the day of the run, students were given tee-shirts on which their laps were counted. Students ran for 30 minutes to themed music as parents and friends cheered them on. Everyone had fun!
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Harding Academy Theatre Department presents Sammy Carducci's Guide to Women, (due to storm predicitions Thurs. was cancelled) will open Friday April 11 at 7:00 in the O.O. Emmons Auditorium at Harding Academy at Cherry Road. The play will also be presented on Monday, April 14 at 7:00 PM with a different cast. This play, presented by Harding Academy students in grades 7-9, ...more

LIGHTEN UP, our monetary fundraiser for charity culminates this week. Team LeBonheur (7th and 10th), Team AGAPE (8th and 11th), and Team HopeWorks (9th and 12th) are in the final week of “friendly competition” to see who can raise the most money for their charity. The apostle James says true religion is to take care of the needy and to keep yourself unspotted from the world. The world tells us to take, not give. To spend, not donate. To help yourself, not others. Cherry Road students and faculty are daring to say “NO, there is a better way . . . The way of Christ.” You are the light of the world, so let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven. (Matthew 5:14-16)

The Harding family celebrated a wonderful evening and all that is Harding on Friday night at the 2008 Esprit de Corps dinner. Our music program was highlighted through performances by the sixth grade recorder ensemble and the Acappella chorus ensemble. The evening began with the Esprit de Corps Art Show featuring artwork by Harding students from grades EC2 through twelve. ...more   view pictures from Esprit de Corps

Harding Academy Southwind participated in a Boosterthon Fun Run on April 2. The Parents Club chose the Fun Run as the school's spring fundraiser. Students were encouraged to get financial pledges for each lap they were going to run. Fitness, education and good character traits were promoted in the week preceding the run. On the day of the run, students were given tee-shirts on which their laps were counted. Students ran for 30 minutes to themed music as parents and friends cheered them on. Everyone had fun!
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To say the Coach Dee Bonner Relays went off without a hitch would be a stretch, but the annual track meet was definitely a success. We hosted a combined 24 teams on our campus. Due to torrential rainstorms, we had to delay the meet about 2 hours on Saturday, but the athletes learned a valuable lesson about perseverance. The Harding Girls team placed 3rd out of 12 teams, and the boys placed 6th out of 12 teams. Congratulations to Alex Black, a sophomore sprinter and jumper for Harding, who was voted by the coaches as the Female Athlete of the Meet. She recorded the longest long jump, the highest high jump, and anchored the winning 4 x 100 relay team.
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Since the event’s inception in the spring of 1995,Esprit de Corps has existed to celebrate the spirit of Harding Academy and to provide support for the school’s mission of providing a Christ-centered education. This year’s event will be held on Friday, April 4, at the Hilton Hotel in East Memphis. Our speaker will be James (Gene) A. Thomas, a principal participant in the events surrounding the Challenger space shuttle tragedy on January 28, 1986. As a Christian, Mr. Thomas will share how he experienced the grace of God’s abiding love as his own faith was tested by the events of that historic day. Dinner Seating will begin at 7:15pm
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The Harding Academy Cheerleaders received the Sportsmanship Award at this years State Tournament. The award recognizes the cheer squad for their excellent support for the State Champion Lions basketball team.

The sixth grade classes at Harding Academy Cordova presented a youthful version of “The Wizard of Oz”. The students lit up the stage with their choreography and costumes as they flawlessly performed this famous, classic story. The cast was composed of the entire sixth grade with the leading parts being shared by several students. Mrs. Nichols, Mr. Ray and Mrs. Sexton, the sixth grade teachers, worked tirelessly with the students and reaped the rewards of a fantastic final performance. The entire process was a wonderful learning experience for the students. Harding’s annual performance of ‘The Wizard of Oz” has created an exciting tradition that is eagerly anticipated by future sixth grade students.
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"Miss" Bonnie led her students on an exciting treasure hunt exploring "hidden treasures" in Black History as the month long celebration came to a close. She shared stories of some lesser-known, yet significant, personalities and events from colonial times to the present. As the students were taught of the contributions of African Americans, they were introduced to their many achievements which have enriched the lives of all Americans. At the close of her treasure hunt, "Miss" Bonnie's students were treated to a delightful story of Anansi the Spider from Ghanaian folklore. The Anansi stories are thought to have originated with the Ashanti tribe. The students were able to gain a greater appreciation for our country, the diversity of its people, and the outstanding contributions they have made to this great nation.

Southwind’s Career Day, which took place on Thursday, February 21, was a great success. Fourth through sixth graders enjoyed meeting with parents and friends who came to visit and share information about their careers. Seven participants who represented a wide variety of careers including a banker,an attorney, a director of convention services, a firefighter, a pharmacist, an air traffic controller, and a business manager shared their knowledge and experiences with students. Parents, as well as children, enjoy the event, and students are exposed to a wide variety of career choices by their sixth grade year.
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Harding Academy announces the Honor Graduates in the class of 2008. Honor graduates are those students with a 10.5 or higher grade point average on the 12-point scale and who have consistently exhibited good conduct. The valedictorian and salutatorian are the students with the highest and second highest grade point averages, respectively.pictured:Front: Charli Shelby, Carter Nelms (salutatorian), Drew Alexander (valedictorian), Mallory Sharp. Second row: April Littleton, Andrea Perdue, Angela Neal, Miriam Harding, Dema Assaf, Rachel Whitlock, Bethany Wilson. Back row: Richard Yee, Jonathan Terrell, Carrigan Martin, Hugh Archibald, Logan Nickleson.

Senior Hugh Archibald is one of 800 students in the nation who have qualified as Finalists in the National Achievement Scholarship Program. All 800 Finalists will be considered for National Achievement Scholarships to be offered to outstanding Black American students this month. In addition, Hugh has been placed in the national competition for a National Honor Society scholarship sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. The program will award over $200,000 in college scholarships this year, based on student leadership skills, participation in service organizations and clubs, achievements in the arts and sciences, employment experience, and academic record.

On Thursday, February 7, Harding Southwind held its annual science fair with the theme Real Life....Real Science. Students in grades 1-3 worked together on class projects. Fourth through sixth grade students entered individual projects. Judging was done by Tracy Hendrix, lab instructor at Harding's Cherry Road campus. The science fair is a great learning experience. Students learn not only from doing their own projects but from listening as Mrs. Hendrix interviews each student about their individual projects. First, second, and third place winners were awarded for grades 4 - 6. Winners from the Harding Southwind Science Fair are now eligible to enter the Memphis/Shelby County Elementary Science Fair to be held later this month. check out all the projects

February 14,15,16

7:00pm

Emmons Auditorium

Admission $5.00

The 2008 King and Queen of Hearts, JD Peery and Anna Albonetti, were crowned by last year's King and Queen, Trey Clemens and Kamille Betts. The rest of the 2008 King and Queen of Hearts Court members are: Senior class representatives-Louis Nelms and Amy Adams, Adam Wallace and Becky Leath; 11th grade representatives-Connor Ragin and Cassie Jurgensen; 10th grade representatives-Kevin "Kelso" Kelly and Karley Harris; 9th grade representatives-Marlon Townsend and Brittney Woods; 8th grade representatives-Luke Morris and Garrett Peery; 7th grade representatives-Colin Escue and Amy Crawford.
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Senior Hugh Archibald is one of 800 students in the nation who have qualified as Finalists in the National Achievement Scholarship Program. All 800 Finalists will be considered for National Achievement Scholarships to be offered to outstanding Black American students this month. In addition, Hugh has been placed in the national competition for a National Honor Society scholarship sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. The program will award over $200,000 in college scholarships this year, based on student leadership skills, participation in service organizations and clubs, achievements in the arts and sciences, employment experience, and academic record.

Chelsea Brandon, a four year starter for the Lady Lions Soccer Team, signed with Harding University. Surrounded by her family, coach Battles, Coach Starks, Mrs. Semore and Mrs. Womack, Chelsea signed her letter of intent. As a senior, Chelsea scored 22 goals and handed out 15 assists.

Ty Black (#5),  a 5'11" 190 lb. safety and three year starter at Harding signed a scholarship letter to attend and play at Carson Newman.   Ty was injured during the 7th football game this season (torn ACL). Prior to his injury, Ty led the team in tackles w/71.
   Hugh Archibald (#4), a 6'0" 185 lb. safety and team captain had 87 tackles, 2 sacks, 1 interception, 5 pass break-ups, and caused 2 fumbles on defense. As a receiver on offense Hugh had 23 catches for 411 yards and 3 TD's. Hugh also is an Honor Graduate and signed to play football and study economics at Harvard University.

Accelerated Reader® Store is quite an experience at Harding Cordova Elementary. A committee of parents, under the direction of Sandi Stoll, work throughout the year to provide a reward for reading. Students look forward to spending their AR “Bucks” on a variety of items including sports equipment, jewelry, crafts, toys, and even more books. Parent donations of time and items make this an exceptional way to encourage students to read for pleasure and develop a lifelong love for reading.
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One hundred 9-12 Cherry Road students attended "DECISION 08," the senior high retreat at ForTheKingdom camp in the Raleigh area of Memphis. Mr. Jonathan Murphy kept everyone spellbound with history anecdotes that seamlessly led into real biblical applications for everyday living. In between Mr. Murphy's four teaching sessions that began with student-led praise worship, students participated in games of all types-board games, pool, air hockey, touch football, pingpong, talking and walking, and just sitting by the fireplace. Saturday night ended with fellowship around the "Mr. Knight bonfire of all bonfires." Sunday morning worship session ended with communion led by Mr. Campbell and as each student and adult remembered Christ's sacrifice, reflections over decisions to make in order to follow Christ's teachings were carefully pondered.
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A total of twelve Scholastic Art awards have been presented to Harding this year, an especially remarkable feat considering Harding only entered 39 pieces. These are regional awards, and the gold winners will go on to compete nationally in New York. Harding Academy has won more first place awards this year than any other private school in the mid-south . pictured to the left is the award winning photograph by Brandon Dahlberg list of all the winners

Since the event’s inception in the spring of 1995,Esprit de Corps has existed to celebrate the spirit of Harding Academy and to provide support for the school’s mission of providing a Christ-centered education. This year’s event will be held on Thursday, April 4, at the Hilton Hotel in East Memphis. Our speaker will be James (Gene) A. Thomas, a principal participant in the events surrounding the Challenger space shuttle tragedy on January 28, 1986. As a Christian, Mr. Thomas will share how he experienced the grace of God’s abiding love as his own faith was tested by the events of that historic day.
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Moving In Faith recently reached a wonderful milestone of receiving gifts and pledges in excess of two million dollars. Reaching this landmark is an exciting achievement. "It is very encouraging to see this level of support coming in from our Harding family. We are appreciative of the sacrificial giving that reflects the shared vision we have for the future of Harding Academy" said Jay Shappley, Board of Directors. Plans to move Harding are in an effort to help secure Harding’s future as a Christian educational presence in the Memphis and Shelby county area. Harding has been blessed with talented faculty who are ensuring that graduates are prepared to enter any future academic setting while learning Christian values that will last a lifetime. full size site drawing
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Harding Academy’s 5th grade boys’ competitive basketball team won the Boys 5/6th Grade Division at the Blue Streak Invitational Tournament held at St. Louis School over the Christmas holidays. Troy West was selected on the All Tournament Team and Nolan Faulk was selected Most Valuable Player for the tournament. Gold medals were awarded to the entire team. Team members pictured are front row: Tyler Mayo, Troy West, Will Jones, Zachary Riedel, and Jack Eheman. Back row: Coach Billy Jones, Graham Linton, Jonathan Menzi, Nolan Faulk, Tyler Hicks, Michael Pilgreen, and Coach Tom Pilgreen. Not pictured: Jesse Adkins

During the holiday break, the 6th grade girls basketball team competed in the Blue Streak Invitational Tournament. They placed first with a record of 4-0 in this event, beating St. Louis 16-13 in the championship game. Earning All-Tournament Team honors were Morgan Murphy and Alex Franklin also the Tournament MVP. The girls record so far is 17 wins and 2 losses [both losses came in the very tough MAM Christmas tournament]. Their coaches are Jerome Franklin and Perrin Rowsey. pictured: front row [kneeling] Rachael Maynard; Jocelyn Leibovich [left to right] second row: Emily Rowsey; Melinda Jennings; Reagan Miller; Janaye Green; Alexis Franklin; Nieka Carpenter not pictured: Haley Haynes

7th Grade Boys Basketball wins MAM Christmas Classic championship with win over ECS

The students at Harding Cordova Elementary contributed $1,820.00 to the Eastern European Mission “Kids 4 Kids” project. For $10 God’s Word will be put in the hands of a boy or girl in countries where the Bible was forbidden for over seventy years. Many of the students earned their contribution by doing chores at home, and some, such as Carson and Molli Arnett, gave money they had received for birthday gifts. Michelle Ford’s first grade class was recognized for having the most participation. The check was presented to Bro. R.L. Brewer and his wife, Anne, who work faithfully with the EEM

The students at Harding Cordova Elementary contributed $1,820.00 to the Eastern European Mission “Kids 4 Kids” project. For $10 God’s Word will be put in the hands of a boy or girl in countries where the Bible was forbidden for over seventy years. Many of the students earned their contribution by doing chores at home, and some, such as Carson and Molli Arnett, gave money they had received for birthday gifts. Michelle Ford’s first grade class was recognized for having the most participation. The check was presented to Bro. R.L. Brewer and his wife, Anne, who work faithfully with the EEM

Cherry Road students, led by the Senior class of 2008, treated the Cherry Road Early Childhood children to a Christmas Sing-a-long. Jingle bells were shaking fast and furious as EC toddlers sang Jingle Bells to "Big Harding." The assembly ended with the traditional finale of "The Twelve Days of Christmas" acted out in royal fashion - a flying teacher, a frenchman imitating a hen, a very loud calling bird... or birds?, and much much more. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the class of 2008! to see more pictures click here

Early Childhood Cordova's service project for this month supported the Memphis Urban Ministry Christmas Store. Toys were donated by Early Childhood families which will go to needy families so that they can provide Christmas for their children.

White Station presented a music program called "In the Spirit of Christmas." Traditional music, as well as some new songs, made the program. Older students showed their skills on recorders and rhythm instruments, and all students joined in singing. The grand finale was a beautiful presentation of "Christmas in Many Languages." Students presented flags from many countries and joined other students wearing native costumes to give the greeting "Merry Christmas" in the native language of the country they were representing. Mrs. Pam Womack was honored in the finale and the program ended with another very special guest from the North Pole, Santa Claus, as the entire school joined in singing "We Wish You a Merry Christmas." to see pictures from the program, click here

The junior high cheer squad had a service project this past Sunday, December 9 at the FIT (AGAPE) home on Jackson Avenue. They decorated sugar cookies and made ornaments with the children there.

The students at Cordova Kindergarten enjoyed their visits with Santa. For several years the kindergarten children have granted the Christmas wishes for many of Agape's foster children. This year as Santa's helpers, they brought over 100 gifts and $300 to help make sure the foster children have a very special Christmas.

Varsity girls basketball went to AGAPE and took board games, crayons, and coloring books and gave the mothers there a much needed break while we all played with the children. The mothers were able to take home and decorate their Christmas trees (which had been donated by the NJHS) while the girls on the team watched the children. The girls, as well as the children, had a blast. They played everything from Connect 4 to Candy Land to Sorry and colored in gigantic coloring books. Santa Claus even showed up with gifts for all the children.

With the girls all dolled up in formal dresses and the boys dressed in suits, the class of 2009 was ready and excited for the Junior Ring Banquet, which was held at Woodland Hills Country Club on December 6th. The evening started off with a nice dinner, then awards were presented by the class officers; including one to Ms. Womack for Most Cheerful. The evening was topped off with the distribution of class rings and the tradition of the turning of the rings. All of the juniors looked stunning, and the evening could be best summarized by Charles Zacheaus when he said, "that was the BEST night ever!" To see more pictures from the Junior Ring Banquet click here

Students at Harding White Station participated in "Game Day for St. Jude" on November 14. "Game Day" came about when 4th grader J.P. Payne wrote a touching letter to Principal Bonnie Jamerson about wanting to do something for the children at St. Jude. J.P. recently watched his Grandfather lose the battle to cancer and felt compelled to bring some cheer to the children who are also fighting this dreadful disease. So during chapel, White Station students filled the stage with games for St. Jude!
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On Thursday, November 29, R.J. Rodriguez was awarded a bicycle and helmet as winner of his age division of the "Draw Your Dream Bike" art contest sponsored by Regions Bank. Making the presentation were Regions Bank representatives Maria Kittrell, Claire Watts, and Kim Moore. R.J. was encouraged to enter the contest by Judy Shockley, his art teacher at Harding Southwind.

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The third grade students at Harding Cordova presented a fabulous patriotic program entitled “Say Something Good About America”. The students performed songs that expressed a love of our country and an appreciation for the liberties we enjoy as citizens of the United States. Our children learned history through song as they recited lyrics about immigrants, pioneers, and even a “hip-hop, rap, song” listing in order all the past presidents of our great country! The celebration closed with the audience joining the students in singing our national anthem and a heartfelt prayer led by one of our young men. At Harding Academy we stress national pride and a respect for what God has done for our country. Psalm 33:12 reads, “Blessed is the nation whose God is Lord, the people he chose for his inheritance.” Our goal is to teach this generation that serving God is a freedom that we enjoy as American citizens and a blessing to us all. for more pictures click here
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Thanksgiving has many meanings for many people. This year 48 Harding people, seniors from the class of 2008, sponsors, parents, and staff, found new meaning to this holiday by serving as volunteers at the Mayor’s Thanksgiving Dinner for the Homeless. The students and adults who went and served have some new memories and new meanings for Thanksgiving. This annual event is a service project sponsored each year by the Harding Senior Class. click here to view pictures

Seun Omotunde spelled every word Mr. Pinkerton challenged him with to win this year's spelling bee. Will Graves was the runner-up. The winning word was “censor”, after spelling words like “vacuum”, “nauseous”, “exuberant”, “quesadilla”; it was quite a “phenomenon” that caused a great deal of “chagrin”. Congratulations to all our participants. It was quite an “exhilarating” experience. Seun will represent Harding at the local Spelling Bee on February 2.

This was the message our seventh graders received Wednesday, November 14 from Mr. Daniel McGraw during the Seventh Grade Bible Ceremony. After being surrounded by the Senior Class singing "Thy Word is A Lamp Unto My Feet," the seventh graders walked across the Auditorium stage to receive their own personalized Harding Bibles made available through the generosity of The Dr. Gaylon and Mrs. Deanna Smith Endowment. It is our great hope that the words of these Bibles will sink deep into their hearts as God guides them in the path of righteousness.
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Marlon Brown was named a finalist for Mr. Football in Division II A. What a season Marlon had for the Lions, rushing for 606 yards and added another 738 receiving yards. Marlon joins 2 other finalists, St. George's running back Grant Jessen and SBEC running back H. R. Greer. A committee of statewide sports writers selected winners based on performance in the 2007 regular season. Academics and character were also taken into consideration. High school head coaches and members of the media nominated the finalists.

The Harding Lady Lions CC Team finished 2nd in The TSSAA State Cross Country Meet. The four "All-State" Runners were Leah Raich 3rd, Kalena Baskin 4th, Chelsea Essary 7th, and Mallory Sharp 14th.
The Harding Harriers ran a courageous race finishing in 3rd place just 1 point behind St. George for 2nd place & 10 points behind University School of Nashville for 1st place. The four "All-State" runners were Max Michael 6th, Ben Jenkins 7th, Andy Hendrix 10th, and Andrew Gandee 14th. pictured from left to right: Coach Dianne Stalcup, Mallory Sharp, Chelsea Essary, Leah Raich, Kalena Baskin, Caycie Fowler, Courtney Ralston, Anna Wade, Coach Debbie Hayes

The Harding Lady Lions Soccer Team finished 2nd in The TSSAA Division II Small Division Girls Soccer Tournament. The Lady Lions lost to St. George's 4-1

The Varsity Girls Soccer Team defeated St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School 6-0 on Saturday. The win sends the Lady Lions to their First Ever State Tournament. Thursday Nov.1, the Lady Lions will play University School of Nashville in one Semi-Final with the winner advancing to the Championship match. Click Here for the State Bracket in PDF

The Lady Lions Cross Country Team won the Region Championship and now will compete for The TSSAA Division II Small Division Championship in Nashville this Saturday Nov. 3. In the Region Meet the girls team had the top four finishers - Leah Raich, Kalena Baskin, and Chelsea Essary were all medalists. Mallory Sharp was fourth overall and won a tshirt for being a top 5 finisher. pictured from left: Courtney Ralston, Leah Raich, Mallory Sharp, Chelsea Essary, Karley Harris

The Lions Cross Country Team (Harriers) won the Division 2-A Region Championship, earning a trip to Nashville for the State Championship Meet Saturday Nov. 3. In a triple-overtime race (in the mud and rain) Harding defeated St. George on the strength of Richard Ashley, the tie-breaker runner.Setting up the tiebreaker with great runs were Ben Jenkins, Andrew Gandee, Andy Hendrix, Chris Stalcup, Ben Ashley, and Michael Perry.

The National Junior Honor Society sponsored a school-wide food drive for the Memphis Food Bank and collected over 2500 cans! Harding students responded to this effort in a big way and we are thankful for the opportunity to join other area high schools in this year's food drive.

"NEVA SCARED" is the 2007 homecoming theme! Homecoming Week is October 29-November 2. The Lions are certainly not scared to play football on November 2, but the SGA is also encouraging everyone to read Psalms 56 and Isaiah 12 to be spiritually "neva scared." The members of the 2007 Homecoming Court are: Rebekah David, 9th grade representative; Morgan Faulk, 10th grade representative; Stacey Williams, 11th grade representative, Kelly Gossett, Miriam Harding, and Leah Raich, are the senior representatives. The Homecoming Queen will be crowned at halftime of the football game on November 2.
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The Lady Lions defeated St. George's 3-0 (25-12, 25-18, 25-6) to capture the TSSAA Division II A Volleyball STATE CHAMPIONSHIP. Making the All Tournament Team from Harding: Amy Adams, Courtney Collins, and Lindsey Allison MVP.
Team Members: Callie West, Lindsey Allison, Megan Crawford, Jordan Creamer, Rachel Chandler, Miriam Harding Back row: Coach Katie Wells, Rebekah David, Amy Adams, Lindsey Copeland, Stephanie Wadlington, Kristen Allison, Courtney Collins, Becky Leath, Coach Hattie Rounder, Coach Andrea Crum click here for more

There's trouble in River City, Iowa and you don't want to miss it! Will Professor Harold Hill succeed in swindling the townspeople out of their money or will he be caught in his web of lies and deception by the librarian? Find out the answers to these questions as Harding Academy sings you the tale of Harold Hill and Marian the librarian in their production of Meredith Willson's The Music Man on stage at the OO Emmons auditorium this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, October 25. 26 & 27 at 7:30. Tickets are $5.00 and can be purchased at the door. pictured: JD Peery as Professor Harold Hill and Claire Haines as Marian Paroo in Harding Academy's production of The Music Man.

While most other students were sleeping in Saturday morning, twenty Harding high school coeds were already at school at 6:15 a.m. ready to work in helping to build a home with Habitat for Humanity . The girls cleared the lot, caulked baseboards and windows, painted inside and outside trim, cleaned windows and swept floors to get readyfor the final sub contractors coming this week to finish the house. They were even able to meet and work with Victoria, the future owner of the home. The girls were driven to and from the site by Coach Al Stevens. The girls who attended were: Amy Adams, Kalena Baskin, Princess Bauldwin, Carson Byrd, Courtney Collins, Christian Dean, Rachel Dickey, Kelly Gossett, Morgan Harris, Whitney Horner, Lela Jones, Jenee Kimball, Becky Leath, Sophia Malani, Jennifer Snyder, Rachel Swearingin, Natasha Tinsley, Morgan Wigley, Bethany Wilson, and Carly Wimbs. The girls were joined by Mrs. Kathy Davis, the YaYa sponsor, Mrs. Karen Baskin, Mrs. Debbie Pelliciotti, and Ms. Pam Womack, President of Harding Academy. The girls seemed to have a wonderful time and plan to return in the spring for a Youth Build for Habitat. see pictures from Saturday

Two Harding seniors have been named Commended Students in the 2008 National Merit Scholarship Program. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the 2008 competition for National Merit Scholarships, Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.4 million students who entered the competition by taking the 2006 PSAT.

Harding's Commended Students are Drew Alexander and Carter Nelms.

Two Harding seniors have received notification that they have been recognized in the National Achievement Scholarship Program. The National Achievement Program, conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporastion, was initiated in 1964 specifically to honor academically promising Black American high school students.

Hugh Archibald has been designated a National Achievement Semifinalist in the 44th annual Achievement Scholarship competition. He is one of more than 1600 students to receive this honor and who will continue in the competition for approximately 800 scholarships worth over $2.5 million to be awarded next spring.

Jonathan Terrell has been named an Outstanding Scholar in the National Achievement Program. Although he will not continue in the competition, he is among those students scored in the top five percent of more than 140,000 Black Americans who requested consideration in the 2008 National Achievement Program when they took the 2006 PSAT.

Congratulations to the Lady Lions Volleyball team on winning their Sub-State match over Catholic 3-0. The Lady Lions will play SBEC 12:00 noon Wednesday October 24 at MTSU. The winner of that match will play the winner of St. George's and IC in the "all Memphis" tournament. pictured above Front row: Callie West, Lindsey Allison, Megan Crawford, Jordan Creamer, Rachel Chandler, Miriam Harding Back row: Coach Katie Wells, Rebekah David, Amy Adams, Lindsey Copeland, Stephanie Wadlington, Kristen Allison, Courtney Collins, Becky Leath, Coach Hattie Rounder, Coach Andrea Crum Click here for the State Bracket

While most other students were sleeping in Saturday morning, twenty Harding high school coeds were already at school at 6:15 a.m. ready to work in helping to build a home with Habitat for Humanity . The girls cleared the lot, caulked baseboards and windows, painted inside and outside trim, cleaned windows and swept floors to get readyfor the final sub contractors coming this week to finish the house. They were even able to meet and work with Victoria, the future owner of the home. The girls were driven to and from the site by Coach Al Stevens. The girls who attended were: Amy Adams, Kalena Baskin, Princess Bauldwin, Carson Byrd, Courtney Collins, Christian Dean, Rachel Dickey, Kelly Gossett, Morgan Harris, Whitney Horner, Lela Jones, Jenee Kimball, Becky Leath, Sophia Malani, Jennifer Snyder, Rachel Swearingin, Natasha Tinsley, Morgan Wigley, Bethany Wilson, and Carly Wimbs. The girls were joined by Mrs. Kathy Davis, the YaYa sponsor, Mrs. Karen Baskin, Mrs. Debbie Pelliciotti, and Ms. Pam Womack, President of Harding Academy. The girls seemed to have a wonderful time and plan to return in the spring for a Youth Build for Habitat. see pictures from Saturday