May 2005

Cadets Courtney and Arvelo Attend Nationals

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/31/2005 - 10:56am

Last Friday Rob Courtney and David Arvelo travelled to Milwaukee, Wisconsin to compete in the 2005 Grand National Tournament of the National Catholic Forensic League. At 8:00 on Saturday morning 214 high school students from across the nation were divided into eight Student Congress chambers -- and debate began. They set the docket -- chose the order in which 34 bills and resolutions would be presented for debate. For nine hours (3 three hour sessions) they debated. In their respective chambers, both Rob and David were nominated to compete in the Semi-final round.

FUMA Golf Team at Prep League Tournament

Submitted by admin on Tue, 05/24/2005 - 8:06am

Over 50 golfers took part in the Prep League Tournament held at Independence Golf Club in Richmond, VA on May 16 & 17. The tournament represented nine private schools in Virginia. Spencer Percy shot a 76 & 73 for a total of 149 and made the All Prep Tournament Team. Other scores include: Zack Hutchinson shot 77 & 75; Ryan Gies shot 84 & 82; Jan Bachowski shot a 90 and a 77; Chris Reed shot 92 & 79; and Matt Sullivan shot 85 & 88.

Successful Alumni Weekend 2005

Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/16/2005 - 7:54am

On April 30-May 1, close to 250 alumni and friends returned to the Fork Union campus to renew old friendships and capture past memories of their time at the Academy. Representatives from classes as far back as the 1940s were here to participate in many of the activities on campus. The Class of 1955 celebrated their 50th reunion with a gathering at the Omni Hotel in Charlottesville, VA on Friday evening. Other class socials included the classes of 1965, 1975 and 1980. On Saturday morning the Alumni Golf Tournamnent was held at Laurel Ridge Golf Club in Palmyra, VA with 80 players.

Cadets continue to assist Cunningham Students

Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/16/2005 - 7:51am

A group of cadets from Major John Marston's class got to enjoy a day helping Cunningham Elementary students at their school carnival a few weeks ago. Each week FUMA cadets assist the students in the classroom and have been a very positive influence on these elementary students. A Cunningham parent stated, "I have seen first hand how helpful, courteous and willing these young men are to help these kids." Some of the children have even developed a little relationship with the cadets throughout the school year.

Cadets participate in Community Blood Drive

Submitted by admin on Mon, 05/16/2005 - 7:46am

Recently FUMA cadets donated blood to support the Virginia Blood Services and the Fork Union Firehouse. Ellen Melton, FUMA Allowance Officer, coordinated the drive on behalf of the local fire station and requested 10-20 donors/pints. The cadets came through and contributed 55 pints. The representatives stated the cadets were pleasant to work with and very well behaved. Cadet Karl Mulcahy was the cadet officer in charge. We want to thank our cadets for their support of the community and for representing the Academy in such a positive way.

Military Ball 2005 to be held April 23, 2005

Submitted by admin on Sun, 05/08/2005 - 12:59pm

The Upper School will celebrate it's annual Military Ball Weekend the weekend of April 23rd. Cadets in grades 9-PG may attend and must register with members of the Quadrille Club. Full information on registration, costs, pictures, overnight passes, and the full weekend schedule follows: REGISTRATION: Cadets (grade 9 - PG) planning to attend the Military Ball will register with members of the Quadrille Club in the back of the Commandants Department at the Guard Desk. COST: $50 per couple. This fee will be taken out of the cadets' allowance accounts.

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