Mrs. Sidwell with Jostens will be back on campus one last time for juniors and seniors to be fitted for class rings and make their custom selections. Please make it a priority to visit her during lunch on Monday, December 15th. This will be the final opportunity for in-person fittings and selections for this calendar and academic year. A deposit is required to begin the custom ring creation process, which Mrs. Sidwell will coordinate directly with parents. Final payment is due by March 1, 2026. Students will receive their rings at our annual Ring Ceremony in the spring, held prior to Spring Break Departure on March 5. Parents, friends, and families are welcome and encouraged to attend this special event.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Elizabeth Patrick at patricke@fuma.org.
We invite all parents, along with our faculty and staff, to join us for a special Parent Meet & Greet on Friday, December 19, in the Social Center. This event will begin at 11:00 AM, timed to coincide with cadet pick-up for Christmas Break.
Arrive early, enjoy coffee and holiday treats, and take a moment to connect with other families and members of our Fork Union community before the start of the break.
We look forward to seeing you there!
We are still missing several Christmas Break Leave Requests, and the submission deadline has now passed. Please note that any transportation requests submitted at this time will incur a late fee.
All Christmas Break Leave Requests, including any FUMA transportation needs, must be submitted by the posted deadlines so we can confirm travel plans, schedule transportation, and properly prepare for cadet departures. If you have not yet completed your cadet’s Leave Request, please log in to your Orah Parent Account as soon as possible. If you need assistance, our team is here to help.
Fork Union Military Academy has transitioned to Clarity for Financial Aid, Enrollment Agreements, and Billing beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. Returning families seeking financial aid must submit their Clarity application by January 5, 2026, to receive an award decision in February. Please note that the financial aid deadlines associated with January re-enrollment have already passed.
Please note: The 2025–2026 school year will remain in FACTS; all future years will be managed in Clarity.
Begin or complete your application at: https://app.clarityapp.com/sign-up
For assistance, please contact Bob Williams at williamsr@fuma.org or (434) 842-4243.
Graduation will be here before we know it, and we want to ensure your cadet’s diploma is perfect. The Class of 2026 families will soon receive a form to confirm how their senior’s name should appear on the diploma. Please take time to review and complete this form carefully using the exact name and spelling as you would like it to appear. It’s important that both you and your cadet agree on the name submitted, as changes cannot be made after the stated deadline.
All submissions are due by January 23 to meet our diploma ordering deadline.
Don’t miss your chance to secure a lasting keepsake of this school year! Pre-order your cadet’s yearbook today for $100. Yearbooks will be delivered in May and will feature all the unforgettable memories, moments, and milestones that made this year special. Families can also purchase yearbook recognition ads, starting at $60, to honor their cadet’s achievements and celebrate their journey.
For the safety and security of our cadets and campus community, independent delivery services such as Instacart, DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and similar vendors are not authorized to deliver on campus. All outside deliveries must follow the Academy’s approved procedures and be coordinated through the Quartermaster. Unscheduled or unauthorized drop-offs create safety and logistical concerns and will not be permitted.
Please ensure that any items your cadet needs are sent through commercial parcel carriers such as UPS and FedEx.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a secure and orderly environment for all cadets.
We are pleased to recommend Kristin Firewicz Studios to our cadet families for senior and cadet portraits. Kristin is a professional photographer contracted by the Academy to capture campus photos throughout the year and has been specializing in high school senior photography for over 10 years. Based right here in Fork Union, Kristin also has a studio conveniently located on campus.
For more information or to book your cadet’s private session, please visit Kristin’s website for special FUMA rates: Kristin Firewicz Studios
Do you want to do something special to surprise your cadet while being away from home? Treat him to a birthday surprise, a pick me-up, or a just because treat from the list below:
Ms. Rhonda White, Assistant to the Commandant, provides parents with the opportunity to treat their cadet with something special. Choose from the following:
For more information, please contact Ms. Rhonda White at whiter@fuma.org or 434-842-4203.
Please always check the Academic Calendar for updates on events. Below are a few coming up in the next couple months:
Best regards,
Kelly Barnette
Director of Communications
Fork Union Military Academy
Email: barnettek@fuma.org
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