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Ever imagine a school where you’d have the courage to push your boundaries while finding balance?

Face challenges headon while experiencing joy in the triumph?

This is not a by-the-book education. This is an inspiring, tough-but-rewarding, building-your-own-skateboard, stay-up-allnight-studying, friends-with-your-teachers, eating-avocado-toast, so-much-morethan-high-school experience. It’s not just in class. It’s not just during lunch. It’s 24/7.

Why spend another year, day, minute doing something typical when you can do something transformative? It’s about your future, but it’s also about your present. How do you want to spend it?

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Just swinging by to tell you how ridiculously cool WRA is.

RESERVE

& PRIDE

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We know you’ve done your research. So, it’s no surprise to you that Western Reserve Academy is ranked one of the top Boarding Schools and Private High Schools in Ohio and is considered among the nation’s best (top 3% to be exact), year-after-year (their words, not ours).

Our innovative approach to education, our passionate faculty (aka the "Reserve Family") is what sets us apart and why our students go on

to leading universities and achieve some pretty incredible things. We thrive in the fundamental belief that there is joy in this journey. And that is unGoogleable.

Because it’s not a statistic you’ll find. It’s a feeling from the moment you take a seat during

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BOARDING SCHOOL INDEPENDENT SCHOOL COED SCHOOL M E LT I N G P O T F A M I LY

We’re a place where students find their: INDEPENDENCE CONFIDENCE C R E AT I V I T Y

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Just waaaaay bigger.

With a lot more to do.

From the moment you step into your dorm on move-in day, Reserve is a place where you’re never at a loss for something to do. It’s a place where roommates become best friends. A place where you’ll have late-night study sessions cramming more than pizza and jokes. It’s where your ideas about the world will be formed and challenged. Where your friends don’t go home for dinner. It’s a place that’s filled with fresh perspective and laughter– not curfews and rules. And all to the soundtrack of your playlist. Because you’re not moving away from family, you’re moving in with them.

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And, sometimes your advisors even join you for a meal.

Our chefs are all about variety and know your favorite meals (and any allergies). Whatever you’re hungry for, we’ve got you covered with locally sourced and globally inspired menus at seven unique food stations.

Just bring your appetite.

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Pad Thai to PB&J

We’re family and families eat together. Our meals are

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MITCHELL'S ICE CREAM IS A MUST

This is 24/7 life.

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Outside?

Staying on Campus?

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Are you Cooking?

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STRATEGIZE OVER YOUR NEXT MOVE ON THE BOARD

START A PICKUP GAME

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Productive?

Are you hungry?

REDECORATE YOUR DORM

DO A WRA INSTAGRAM TAKEOVER

GO FOR A BIKE RIDE DOWN BRICK ROW

Social?

READ ON THE BENCH SWING

EXPLORE CAMPUS

Going off Campus?

RAMEN, ANYONE?

GRABBIN' A SNACK?

MUNCH ON AN APPLE

REACH FOR SOME ENERGY BARS

FIND A BAG OF COMBOS

POUR YOURSELF A BOWL OF CEREAL

Fancy?

GET SOME GAZPACHO FROM THE DINING HALL

BBQ ON THE PATIO

VENTURE OVER TO THE CHEF’S WHIM EXHIBITION STATION

GET IN A GOOD RUN

STARGAZE AT LOOMIS

WATCH A MOVIE IN THE GREEN KEY

Fast?

BUTTER UP SOME JELLY AND MAKE A PB&J

FIND THE PERFECT SPOT TO STUDY

checkin' out ellsworth?

TUNE IN TO SOME NEW MUSIC

MADE-WHILEYOU-WATCH OMELETS

LOCALLYSOURCED SALAD BAR

DELIVERY FROM GIONINO’S

DOORDASH PANERA RIGHT TO YOUR DORM

CHOOSE THE BEST TOPPINGS FOR STIR FRY

JERSEY BOYS

EXTRA SPICY PLZ

BARRIO TACOS

MEAN GIRLS

DEFINITELY GET "THE GALLEY BOY"

SWENSONS DRIVE-IN

ROCK N' ROLL HALL OF FAME

CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART

HAMILTON

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CATCH A FLY BALL AT A RUBBERDUCKS GAME

broadway?

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COLUMBUS ZOO AND AQUARIUM

TRAVEL SPOTS?

CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

DRAMA? DANCE?

FIND NEW EQUIPMENT FROM DICK'S SPORTING GOODS

APPLE STORE RUN

FRANKLIN PARK CONSERVATORY AND BOTANICAL GARDENS

MEET YOU AT THE DRAGSTER!

SEE THE ORCHESTRA PLAY

WHICH GENRE?

GO TO THE MALL

CATCH A SHOW IN PLAYHOUSE SQUARE Spring?

BILLIE EILISH KAYAK DOWN THE CUYAHOGA

SWING ROPE INTO THE WATER

ROME

SPRING BREAK TRIP!

What Season is it?

CATCH AN OUTDOOR CONCERT

CEDAR POINT

GUARDIANS HOME-OPENER GAME

Summer?

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GO CAMPING TAKE A HIKE

NATUre? TAKE A DRIVE TO THE BEACH

HAUNTED HOUSES AT BLOSSOM

VISIT HALE FARM

Fall?

TOBOGGANING AT THE CHALET

Winter?

Staying close

FLY DOWN THE TOWPATH

SNOWBOARD AT BRANDYWINE

ENJOY THE VIEW AT HUDSON SPRINGS PARK

GET TICKETS TO A CAVS GAME

NEED SOME GRUB?

PIZZA AND MEATBALLS AT THREE PALMS

BURGERS AT FLIPSIDE

BURRITO WITH EVERYTHING AT CHIPOTLE

GETTIN' THINGS DONE? ON MAIN STREET?

FRO-YO AT LULU’S

AVOCADO TOAST AT HEARTWOOD SMOOTHIE AT RESTORE

BIG FAT CHEWY QUARTER POUND COOKIES

TIME FOR A TARGET RUN!

WANT SOME FRESH FINDS?

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JOIN IN THE FUN AT HARVEST FESTIVAL

PICK UP SOME SCHOOL SUPPLIES

LIVE MUSIC DOWNTOWN

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RELAX NEXT TO A WATERFALL

CHECK OUT SOME FINE FOLIAGE

SEE A CLEVELAND MONSTERS HOCKEY GAME

MAKE SOME MEAN S'MORES

DISCOVER SOMETHING NEW AT THE FARMER'S MARKET

Shopping?

FIND THAT PERFECT LOOK FOR THE DANCE GOURMET POPSICLES WITH CRAZY FLAVORS

MAKE YOUR SOUL HAPPY WITH SOME YOGA

GROCERY SHOPPING AT HEINEN’S

energetic?

GRAB SOME NEW RUNNING SHOES

SEE A MOVIE AT THE SCREEN ON THE GREEN

FIND NEW THINGS FOR YOUR DORM

DON'T FORGET THE LATE NIGHT SNACKS

MUSIC NIGHT CONCERT SERIES

POPCORN FOR MOVIE NIGHT CHECK OUT FUN AT FIRST AND MAIN

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We reinvented

the rules.

Teaching to the Test

Immersive Curriculum

Advanced Placement Classes

College-Level Courses

Crammed Class Schedule

65-minute Periods

Books-Only Life

Space for Life Beyond the Books

Teachers who live off Campus

Teachers who live right next door

30 Students Per Classroom

AVERAGE 14 Students Per Classroom

At Reserve, you are the focus.

That’s why we’re the first in the region to trade in AP courses for 20+ College Level (CL) courses designed to prepare you for college and an ever-evolving world. Our independent curriculum is richer, more dynamic and forward thinking to bring creativity and critical thinking into the classroom. Our schedule is anything but typical—with fewer classes for deeper exploration and dialogue. From courses such as Storytelling & Sports to Idea to Product: How to Start a Business — these learning experiences are designed to be a doorway to discovery and purpose.

100% college

acceptance

78%

applicants accepted to top

50 colleges/universities

1354 average

SAT score

As you can see, it’s paying off.

1/3

of students earn highest honors

This is a place to dream & do.

& we tend to do a lot. * We serve those in need.

C O M M U N I T Y S E RV I C E

* We prioritize wellbeing.

H E A LT H A N D W E L L N E S S

* We intern on another level.

S E RV I C E & T R AV E L

Lux et Veritas (Light and Truth) is not just our

Nothing could be more important than safety and

Imagine telling your family and friends that you spent a

guiding principle, it’s woven into the fabric of our

wellness. From a fundamental standpoint, we are a

summer participating in service learning in Guatemala or

curriculum. We strive to better understand and know

supportive, secure enclave nestled in Hudson, which has

at a DocPrep program at the Baylor College of Medicine.

the world around us through service, outreach and

been named among the safest towns in Ohio. For our

Whether it’s engaging in polymer sustainability research

global engagement. We make an impact through our

students and community, our aspiration is joy and many

at the University of Akron's Goodyear Polymer Center or

community helping Habitat for Humanity, Greater

pieces must be in place to achieve this, including best-in-

immersing in culture abroad, these experiences are

Cleveland Food Bank, Cuyahoga Valley National Park

class physical and psychological services and unwavering

exclusive to Reserve and are truly transformational.

and other nonprofits.

support from our 24/7 Health Center and expert, caring team of medical professionals.

* We turn passions into reality. * We believe everyone belongs.

We test to destroy.

D I V E R S I T Y, E Q U I T Y, I N C L U S I O N & B E L O N G I N G

CANCER IMMUNOLOGY

The Compass course takes your passions and talents

We work alongside our DEIB Office to make sure

Have a quest to destroy cancer cells? Become a true

beyond the classroom walls, empowering you to create

every student feels seen, heard, valued and, above

clinical researcher in Reserve’s Cancer Immunology

your own project from A to Z. Dream of making a

all, a profound and sincere sense of belonging. We

class by discovering cancer-fighting bacteria and

difference in mental health or teaching choreography?

understand that diversity of thought and experience is

oral cancer inoculations. Study real cancer cells

You can make it happen.

critical to sustaining and strengthening our institutional

from the Cleveland Clinic, work with software and

values, and we are committed to fostering experiences

lab equipment that rivals major institutions. Here,

in all aspects of life at Reserve—programmatic,

students move beyond theory to discovery, in an

academic, residential and more—in support of this.

academic pursuit to eradicate cancer.

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WA N G I N N OVAT I O N C E N T E R ( W I C)

What can you do with 6,000 square feet? Anything. The WIC has creative spaces to plan, prototype and build. With state-of-the-art equipment and software, it would make any architect, engineer or designer jealous. Our curriculum is designed to facilitate hands-on learning that allows you to ideate, prototype and build whatever strikes your fancy. Whether a maker

invent at heart or a novice to tinkering.

to explore.

Flexing Those Muscles A STUDENT built a prosthetic capable of

sensing flexes in the arm of an amputee and translating them into movements in a robotic hand.

'sewing' the seeds of innovation Students repurposed textiles to create bow ties... and launch a company called "Restyled Reserve."

challenging and circuitous A student constructed a circuit board,

passing on a ready-to-use microcontroller board in favor of building IT ON THEIR own.

RIDING WITH CLASS AND STYLE Students Created their very own versions of one of WRA's most popular modes of transportation—longboards.

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leave IT ALL on the mat

LEAP with passion

Honor, sweat and joy.

There’s a winning tradition at Reserve.

You see it in our teams, our coaches, our competitive spirit and the crowds that turn out on game day. Inside our 45,000-square-foot Murdough Athletic Center you’ll find an indoor track, swimming pool, batting cages, fitness center, wrestling and riflery rooms. Outside are eight full-size fields for football, soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, baseball and softball, next to a 10-court tennis complex and 3.1-mile cross country trail. Our Reserve Sports Network offers student-run athletic coverage and commentary, making it easier than ever to stay up-to-date on Reserve athletics.

Whether you want to get competitive, clear your head or just have a little fun— you’re at the right place.

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Here’s the score.

1 in 5 students go on to play in college.

Grow confidence, resilience and team spirit.

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Colgate University

Baseball

Temple University

University of Michigan

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CROSS-COUNTRY TRAIL

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Baseball & Softball Fields

GIRLS Soccer

Boys Basketball Softball GIRLS Basketball Boys Swimming & Diving Boys CrossCountry GIRLS Swimming & Diving GIRLS CrossCountry BOYS Tennis

The U.S. Military Academy

Rochester Institute of Technology

Cornell University

University of Connecticut

Denison University

Elon University

Field Hockey

Bowdoin College

Bucknell University

indoor track

U.S. Naval Academy

Esports

GIRLS Tennis

fencing

Boys Track & Field

Golf Boys Lacrosse

GIRLS Track & Field Girls Volleyball

GIRLS Lacrosse

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So, high-five your nearest Pioneer & . celebrate

Your canvas is blank.

And the stage is yours.

Unleash your creativity in the Arts. Whether it's dance, music, on the stage or in a studio, Reserve lets you explore all the possibilities. It’s a chance to lose yourself and find yourself at the same time. Choose from 20+ unique Fine & Performing Arts courses like Stagecraft, where you learn about set design, to Ceramic Wheel Throwing. Reserve also offers extracurriculars, such as Academy Choir and Pep Band.

Whether the arts are your passion or a pastime, find your muse here.

» 400-seat

» State-of-the-art

» Dozens

» Permanent Stage

fully equipped theater

of vocal & ensemble concerts, creative workshops & guest performances

» 3 annual stage performances

lighting & sound equipment

with Orchestra Pit

» 2 annual dance performances

» Year-round » Fully equipped Moos Art Gallery showcase

Photography Studio

Desktop » Darkrooms » & Digital Publishing Imaging Studios

Production Rooms

» 2 & 3D

» Woodworking

» Sculpture & Ceramic

» Computer Architectural

studios

Kiln Rooms

Area

Drawing Facilities

» Engineering » Architectural Drawing Studio

Design Facilities

Find your place in the Spotlight

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ARABIC CLUB

DESI CLUB

HAMMOCK CLUB

MODEL UN

SKI CLUB

ART CLUB

DESIGN CLUB

HUMANS OF RESERVE

MUSICAL PERFORMANCE CLUB

SMASH

DUB CLUB

KEY CLUB

PING-PONG CLUB

SPANISH CLUB

EARTH INITIATIVE

KOREAN CLUB

POKEMON BATTLE CLUB

STUDENTS WHO CARE

FANDOM CLUB

LATIN CLUB

PUBLIC FORUM DEBATE

TECHNOLOGY CLUB

FCA

LIBERAL SOCIALIST

PUZZLE CLUB

TENNIS CLUB

FILM CLUB

LIVE MUSIC CLUB

R.E.A.C.H.

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FRENCH CLUB

MANDARIN CLUB

REPUBLICAN CLUB

VOLLEYBALL CLUB

FUN CLUB

MATH CLUB

ROBOTICS CLUB

WRA HARDSCRABBLE

ASTRONOMY CLUB

BIKE CLUB

BLACK STUDENT UNION

BOARDGAME CLUB

BRAINSTORM (IQ) CLUB

BUFO

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49 student-led clubs let you find your people. astronomy to Latin. ping-pong to robotics. skiing to film.

GSA

MOCK TRIAL

SCIENCE CLUB

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boundaries Joy beyond the boundaries

four walls? We believe that your learning can take you anywhere— literally. Travel to Guatemala, England, China and Germany, for a global perspective. Gain handson experience at some of the most respected organizations in the country. Chase your dreams through independent study. Be empowered by clinical research.

Learn the satisfaction of giving

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Why cramp your brain inside

back through community service.

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Shower caddy

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Noise-canceling headphones

Laptop (because you don’t stop)

WRA Pioneer.

Backup alarm clock

(makes trips so much easier)

Dishes, cups and utensils A laundry backpack or hamper

(they come in handy even IF YOU'RE eating in the dining hall)

(Do you smell that?)

Snacks on snacks on snacks Key hanger (for a by-the-door catch-all)

Small cutting board

A killer bluetooth speaker (for non-quiet hours, of course)

Under-bed storage bins

Clip-on waterproof bluetooth speaker

Party and board games (no-wifi-required fun)

(shower to tunes)

A desktop fan LED TV with Apple TV or Firestick

A longboard or bike for quick travel

start your wish list

(For binge-watching)

CREATE ONE ON AMAZON.COM OR TARGET.COM

Power strip and extension cords

Waterproof flip-flops and a bathrobe

1 say hello & ask questions

(for all those chargers)

(so you can walk in freshly showered style)

Call 330.650.9717

2 meet & greet

Microwave Musts

Schedule a visit at admission@WRA.net

No directions

less than 5 minutes.

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necessary.

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mug, cube a slice of

plate, drizzle olive

bread, mix 1 egg, 3

oil, season with sea

tbsp of milk, a little

Butter Popcorn (Kettle for the sweet tooth)

salt, cook for about

cinnamon and a

2-3 minutes until

drop of vanilla in a

crispy. Yum.

chips, cheese and

Perfect for a movie

over bread stuffed

taco meat. Add

or a late-night study

into the mug,

jalapeños if you’re

session. Just don't

smoosh and let it

feeling fiery.

burn it.

soak for 1 min. Cook

All you need are

FIND JOY IN HELPING OTHERS

REALLY UNLIKELY

Write a letter to your State Rep on an issue of concern 1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

Create or join a campaign through DoSomething.org REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

Run Social Media for a nonprofit of choice REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

Start an AntiBullying Campaign REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

Make a once-a-month commitment at a daycare center REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

EXTREMELY LIKELY

Find and tutor a middle school student in need REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

Work on the Pine Ridge Reservation REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

Collect gifts for Rainbow Babies Hospital REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

RAISE MONEY FOR CANCER RESEARCH AT THE CLEVELAND CLINIC REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

EXTREMELY LIKELY

SELL candy canes to benefit the U.S. Marine Corps "Toys for Tots" REALLY UNLIKELY

1 2 3 4 5

separate cup. Pour

EXTREMELY LIKELY

I mean, having a cool room isn’t required, but it also can’t hurt.

AND HANGING STRIPS WILL BE YOUR BEST FRIEND. Washi Tape DRESS UP

ANYTHING

Photo Wall

Posters F O R D A A AY S

Curtains

ADD A LITTLE

FOR PICS OF

FLAIR TO YOUR

THE FAM AND

BASIC BLINDS

FRIENDS

Area rug

blanket

THE FEET

IS SO 2018

Flameless Candles

Duvet Cover

SO COMFY ON

BECAUSE FIRE

SET THE MOOD

WITH LIGHTING

Wall Tapestry GO BIG OR GO HOME

S TA N DA R D B E D IS NO FUN

AND DORMS DON’T MIX

String lights

BEING PLAIN

Bed lifts and skirt

H I D E A L L T H AT NEW STORAGE

Pillows

PUFFY WITH PERSONALITY

Ottoman

E X T R A S E AT I N G

Floor Cushions

S E AT I N G F O R T H E WHOLE CREW

IN A PINCH

Task Light

MAKE IT MORE INTERESTING

Floor Mirror WHO'S THE

FAIREST OF THEM ALL?

CHECK OUT ETSY.COM

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1 2 3 4 5

Arrange kale (ribs

the maple syrup.

Volunteer a day at an animal or homeless shelter

EXTREMELY LIKELY

4.

Kale Chips

for 1:30. Don't forget

Donate a bag of items from your closet to the Salvation Army 1 2 3 4 5

You can make this in

French Toast in a Mug

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Mac-n-Cheese

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Will I have a roommate?

Yes! Roommates are determined close to the

start of the new school year. You’ll have a chance to get to know your future Reserve roomie and friend at Orientation.

What if I get sick?

Unlike most schools, we have a fully staffed health center where medical assistance is available 24/7. We’re always here for you.

What is it like to be a day student at a boarding school?

It’s almost impossible to distinguish boarders and day students because no matter what,

we’re still a family. Day students follow the same schedule, have the same access to programs,

facilities and activities. Whether you board or commute, you’ll belong.

This isn’t a place you’re sent

away to. It’s a place you choose.

We have classes on Saturday.

It's a place you go to have it easy and not be challenged.

Reserve is not filled with

curfew and rules, but fresh

life and late night laughter.

Uniforms have to be uniform.

No exceptions.

Morning Meetings in the Chapel are just for upper classmen.

Every incoming Freshman is assigned a student mentor (known as a Green Key)!

You have to wear graduation gowns on graduation day.

#WRApioneers

We have ten beautiful dorms on campus, which

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What are the dorms like?

Fresh Tips

1. Put yourself out there! We want to get to know you.

2. Try something new! Ever flown a drone? Now’s your time!

3. Knock out some homework during your free periods or head to the

Campus Store and have a milkshake with friends!

4. Work hard and play hard—enjoy your weekends!

5. Don’t know the answer? Ask anyone!

We are a community of helpers.

6. Get out of the dorm and walk to

downtown Hudson with friends.

7. If you miss cheering on the Pioneers in person, tune in to Reserve’s very own sports broadcast network.

8. Annotate your reading for Mr. Warner’s class. He’ll know if you haven’t!

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Take advantage of the Grab and Go

lunch at the Lux Truck, WRA's very own food truck!

10. Ring the Victory Bell every time you bring home a win!

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