As we close out the school year, we want to extend our deepest gratitude to you, our parents and families, for trusting Fork Union Military Academy with the growth, education, and formation of your sons.
Your partnership, encouragement, and unwavering support have been vital in helping us fulfill our mission. It is an honor to walk alongside you in shaping young men of character, faith, and courage.
Thank you for being a part of the Fork Union family. We look forward to continuing this journey together in the year ahead.
Best regards,
Kelly Barnette
Director of Communications
Fork Union Military Academy
Email: barnettek@fuma.org
Cadet Fun Day is scheduled for Sunday, May 18. If your Day Student would like to attend, the event starts at 12 PM and lasts to 4 PM. Please sign in at the Commandant's Department when you arrive on campus.
Additionally, if your Day Student will be absent due to illness, please email absent@fuma.org to notify the school.
The next Major Leave will be End-of-Year Departure. Below are the scheduled departure dates for specific groups of cadets.
Important: All boarding cadets must submit a Leave Request in Orah for their End-of-Year departure. To ensure proper accountability, please submit requests by Friday, April 18. Please select a random return date in Orah to be able to submit a request.
Departure Schedule:
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Please be advised that Fork Union Military Academy cannot offer shuttle service to area airports on Thursday, May 22, or Friday, May 23.
If your cadet requires transportation off campus for departures on either of these dates, please submit a Private Hire request through Orah. These requests will be first come, first served.
As we approach end-of-year departures, please be aware of TSA identification requirements for cadets 18 years of age or older who plan to fly home.
Per federal regulations, individuals 18 and older must present valid, compliant identification at airport security. This includes:
If your cadet is flying home and will be 18 or older at the time of travel, please ensure they have proper identification. For more information about Virginia’s Real ID program, visit dmv.virginia.gov/realid.
Thank you for helping ensure smooth and timely departures for all cadets!
The April 25, 2025 deadline for re-enrollment has now passed. If you still need to re-enroll your cadet for the upcoming academic year, please contact the Admissions Office as soon as possible at admissions@fuma.org.
We’re here to help guide you through the next steps!
We are excited to share that Fork Union Military Academy has been named one of the Virginia Living's Top Schools & Universities 2025! This annual guide recognizes outstanding educational institutions across the Commonwealth, highlighting those that excel in academics, leadership development, and student success. We are honored to be included in this prestigious list, reaffirming our commitment to providing a structured, character-driven education for our cadets.
Read more here: Virginia Living Top Schools & Universities 2025.
Looking for a meaningful and enriching summer experience for your cadet? Check out the 2025 Best Summer Programs, identified by College Transitions! These programs offer incredible opportunities for learning, leadership, service, and career exploration, helping cadets stay engaged, build skills, and strengthen their college applications.
Encourage your cadet to take advantage of the summer by:
Browse the full list of top summer programs by clicking here.
NEW -- Also, please check out the top 25 Summer Leadership Programs for High School Students by clicking here.
West Point is hosting its annual Summer STEM Workshops for students in 6th through 9th grade, offering an immersive, hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering, and math! This is an incredible opportunity for cadets to explore the West Point Academy grounds, experience cadet life, and engage in exciting STEM activities.
Workshop topics include: Human Physiology, Fuel Cell Cars, Propellants, Robotics, Cantilevers, Soldering Circuits, Fish Biodiversity, Water Chemistry, Meteorology, Egg Drop Engineering, and Data Analytics and more!
Workshop Dates:
Applications are open now through February 28, 2025!
For more details and to apply, click here. You can also visit the Center for Leader Development in STEM.
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 bookmark the link to our Academic Calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. This calendar highlights all the major events on campus for the academic year, including dates of when each term begins and ends, leave weekends, SAT and ACT tests and all holiday breaks.
The easy way to find it on forkunion.com is under Academics - Academic Calendar.
Please always check the Academic Calendar for updates on events. Below are a few coming up in the next couple months:
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Best regards,
Kelly Barnette
Director of Communications
Fork Union Military Academy
Email: barnettek@fuma.org
All parades going forward will have the Uniform of the Day as Class A Uniform with white belts and round hats. Please bring raincoats in preparation for inclement weather.
Additionally, if your Day Student will be absent due to illness, please email absent@fuma.org to notify the school.
Please be advised that Fork Union Military Academy cannot offer shuttle service to area airports on Thursday, May 22, or Friday, May 23.
If your cadet requires transportation off campus for departures on either of these dates, please submit a Private Hire request through Orah. These requests will be first come, first served.
As we approach end-of-year departures, please be aware of TSA identification requirements for cadets 18 years of age or older who plan to fly home.
Per federal regulations, individuals 18 and older must present valid, compliant identification at airport security. This includes:
If your cadet is flying home and will be 18 or older at the time of travel, please ensure they have proper identification. For more information about Virginia’s Real ID program, visit dmv.virginia.gov/realid.
Thank you for helping ensure smooth and timely departures for all cadets!
The Commandant's Department has been hard at work conducting interviews for next year’s cadet leadership positions.
In the coming week, returning cadets will begin receiving special invitations to participate in Cadet Leadership Training, a significant recognition of their potential and commitment.
All returning cadets are eligible for consideration, and receiving an invitation is a noteworthy honor. Stay tuned!
As we approach the end of the academic year, we invite families to join us in celebrating their cadets’ accomplishments. If you plan to attend any End-of-Year Events, including awards ceremonies, or Graduation, please let us know by submitting your RSVP using the link below.
Your response helps us ensure a smooth and meaningful experience for all guests. We look forward to seeing you on campus!
The weekend of Friday, May 9 through Sunday, May 11 will be the last leave weekend of the academic year.
Please note: All boarding cadets are required to remain on campus the following weekend (May 16–18) as we prepare for End-of-Year Departures and Graduation activities.
Thank you for your support as we close out the school year strong!
The next Major Leave will be End-of-Year Departure. Below are the scheduled departure dates for specific groups of cadets.
Important: All boarding cadets must submit a Leave Request in Orah for their End-of-Year departure. To ensure proper accountability, please submit requests by Friday, April 18. Please select a random return date in Orah to be able to submit a request.
Departure Schedule:
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Fork Union Military Academy has finalized its events for the remainder of the year. The PDF Calendar on the website has been adjusted to include those events. Please print and bookmark the revised calendar for your interest for the months of April and May. Events like Parades, Special Ceremonies, and End of the Year Departures have been added. You can access the revised calendar below.
Please note, all Day Students must attend all parades.
2024-2025 PDF Calendar with Events
The April 25, 2025 deadline for re-enrollment has now passed. If you still need to re-enroll your cadet for the upcoming academic year, please contact the Admissions Office as soon as possible at admissions@fuma.org.
We’re here to help guide you through the next steps!
We are excited to share that Fork Union Military Academy has been named one of the Virginia Living's Top Schools & Universities 2025! This annual guide recognizes outstanding educational institutions across the Commonwealth, highlighting those that excel in academics, leadership development, and student success. We are honored to be included in this prestigious list, reaffirming our commitment to providing a structured, character-driven education for our cadets.
Read more here: Virginia Living Top Schools & Universities 2025.
Looking for a meaningful and enriching summer experience for your cadet? Check out the 2025 Best Summer Programs, identified by College Transitions! These programs offer incredible opportunities for learning, leadership, service, and career exploration, helping cadets stay engaged, build skills, and strengthen their college applications.
Encourage your cadet to take advantage of the summer by:
Browse the full list of top summer programs by clicking here.
NEW -- Also, please check out the top 25 Summer Leadership Programs for High School Students by clicking here.
West Point is hosting its annual Summer STEM Workshops for students in 6th through 9th grade, offering an immersive, hands-on experience in science, technology, engineering, and math! This is an incredible opportunity for cadets to explore the West Point Academy grounds, experience cadet life, and engage in exciting STEM activities.
Workshop topics include: Human Physiology, Fuel Cell Cars, Propellants, Robotics, Cantilevers, Soldering Circuits, Fish Biodiversity, Water Chemistry, Meteorology, Egg Drop Engineering, and Data Analytics and more!
Workshop Dates:
Applications are open now through February 28, 2025!
For more details and to apply, click here. You can also visit the Center for Leader Development in STEM.
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 bookmark the link to our Academic Calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. This calendar highlights all the major events on campus for the academic year, including dates of when each term begins and ends, leave weekends, SAT and ACT tests and all holiday breaks.
The easy way to find it on forkunion.com is under Academics - Academic Calendar.
Please always check the Academic Calendar for updates on events. Below are a few coming up in the next couple months:
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Best regards,
Kelly Barnette
Director of Communications
Fork Union Military Academy
Email: barnettek@fuma.org
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