Fork Union Military Academy is closely monitoring the weather forecast for next week’s Graduation Ceremony.
In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved indoors to Wicker Chapel and will still begin at 10:00 AM.
Senior families should look for an email on Monday with additional details and important updates regarding the ceremony.
Thank you for your flexibility and support as we celebrate the Class of 2026.
To assist families during our upcoming ceremonies and events, we have designated parking zones across campus for specific end-of-year activities. Please review the parking map prior to arriving on campus.
IMPORTANT END-OF-YEAR EVENTS:
Monday, May 18 — Normal Class Day & Senior Day Parade
Uniform of the Day: Class B (Bring Class A Winter for Parade)
3:00 PM | Senior Day Parade | Stadium Field | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 5 | Mandatory for all Day Students
Tuesday, May 19 — Normal Class Day for 8th & Up
Uniform of the Day: Class B for 8th & Up | Class A Winter for 7th Graders
10:30 AM | 7th Grade Promotion Ceremony/Departure | Chapel | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 2
Wednesday, May 20 — Normal Class Day
Uniform of the Day: Class B (All Day)
4:00 PM | Underclassmen Awards | Chapel | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 2 | Mandatory for all Day Students in grades 8 and up.
Dinner will be served in the Estes Dining Hall at 5:00 PM. Parents attending the awards ceremony are welcome to stay for dinner.
Thursday, May 21 — Final Exam Day | Underclassmen Depart
Uniform of the Day: Class B (All Day)
Grades 8 through 11 are dismissed from campus at 12:30 PM. Band members will remain on campus.
4:00 PM | Senior Awards | Chapel | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 2 | Senior Day Students must attend.
Dinner will be served in the Estes Dining Hall at 5:00 PM. Parents attending the awards ceremony are welcome to stay for dinner.
Friday, May 22 — Graduation
Uniform of the Day: Class B (All Day)
9:00 AM | Baccalaureate | Wicker Chapel | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 5 (Handicap Parking Zone 3 & Zone 4) | Senior Day Students must attend.
10:00 AM | Graduation | Stadium Field | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 5 (Handicap Parking Zone 3 & Zone 4) | Senior Day Students must attend.
Seniors and band members are dismissed from campus after graduation at approximately 11:00 AM.
Families of rising 9th–12th grade cadets will receive Academic Course Request information for the 2026–2027 school year via email no later than June 5.
Please note that all course requests are tentative at this time, as the Academy’s master schedule will not be finalized until the end of July. Families will receive finalized schedules, including term placement for each course, at the beginning of August.
Please note that summer storage will be limited this year. Priority storage consideration will be given to returning cadets who require flights to and from campus.
Parents who plan to pick up their cadet from campus at the end of the year should plan to take all belongings home with them.
As we approach the end of the school year, we kindly ask families and cadets to ensure that all packages are scheduled to arrive on or before Wednesday, May 20, and are picked up by Thursday, May 21.
If you anticipate that an order will not arrive by this date, please consider having it shipped directly to your home address instead of campus. Any packages remaining unclaimed after departure will be forwarded to the cadet’s home of record at the family’s expense.
This is also a good time to update shipping addresses on Amazon and other online accounts to ensure future deliveries are sent home rather than to Fork Union Military Academy.
Fork Union Military Academy is pleased to share updated information regarding the Plitt Student Loan Program for the 2026–2027 academic year.
This program offers eligible families an affordable option to help manage tuition costs through extended repayment terms made possible by the generosity of The Clarence Manger and Audrey Cordero Plitt Trust.
Program Highlights:
Applications for the 2026–2027 academic year opened on May 1, 2026, and the deadline to apply is July 31, 2026.
To request access to the application and receive additional information, please contact Tracy Pride at pridet@fuma.org.
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
Dear Parents,
As we approach the end of the 2025–2026 academic year, we would like to share several important reminders regarding end-of-year events, academic course requests, and package pickup procedures.
To assist families during our upcoming ceremonies and events, we have designated parking zones across campus for specific end-of-year activities. Please review the parking map prior to arriving on campus.
3:00 PM | Senior Day Parade | Stadium Field | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 5 | Mandatory for all Day Students
10:30 AM | 7th Grade Promotion Ceremony/Departure | Chapel | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 2
4:00 PM | Underclassmen Awards | Chapel | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 2 | Mandatory for all Day Students in grades 8 and up.
Dinner will be served in the Estes Dining Hall at 5:00 PM. Parents attending the awards ceremony are welcome to stay for dinner.
Grades 8 through 11 are dismissed from campus at 12:30 PM. Band members will remain on campus.
4:00 PM | Senior Awards | Chapel | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 2 | Senior Day Students must attend.
Dinner will be served in the Estes Dining Hall at 5:00 PM. Parents attending the awards ceremony are welcome to stay for dinner.
9:00 AM | Baccalaureate | Wicker Chapel | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 5 (Handicap Parking Zone 3 & Zone 4) | Senior Day Students must attend.
10:00 AM | Graduation | Stadium Field | Parking: Zone 1 & Zone 5 (Handicap Parking Zone 3 & Zone 4) | Senior Day Students must attend.
Seniors and band members are dismissed from campus after graduation at approximately 11:00 AM.
Families of rising 9th–12th grade cadets will receive Academic Course Request information for the 2026–2027 school year via email no later than June 5.
Please note that all course requests are tentative at this time, as the Academy’s master schedule will not be finalized until the end of July. Families will receive finalized schedules, including term placement for each course, at the beginning of August.
Please note that summer storage will be limited this year. Priority storage consideration will be given to returning cadets who require flights to and from campus.
Parents who plan to pick up their cadet from campus at the end of the year should plan to take all belongings home with them.
As we approach the end of the school year, we kindly ask families and cadets to ensure that all packages are scheduled to arrive on or before Wednesday, May 20, and are picked up by Thursday, May 21.
If you anticipate that an order will not arrive by this date, please consider having it shipped directly to your home address instead of campus. Any packages remaining unclaimed after departure will be forwarded to the cadet’s home of record at the family’s expense.
This is also a good time to update shipping addresses on Amazon and other online accounts to ensure future deliveries are sent home rather than to Fork Union Military Academy.
Thank you for your continued support as we prepare to celebrate the accomplishments of our cadets and close another successful school year.
Best regards,
Kelly Barnette
Director of Communications
Fork Union Military Academy
Email: barnettek@fuma.org
DAY STUDENT REMINDERS:
END-OF-YEAR DEPARTURE LEAVE REQUEST DEADLINE APPROACHING
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 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.
RE-ENROLLMENT REMINDER FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Did you miss the re-enrollment deadline? There is still time to secure your son’s place for the 2026–2027 school year.
We encourage families to complete the re-enrollment process as soon as possible. Please notify our Admissions Office of your intent to return so we can assist you with next steps and ensure a smooth transition into the new school year.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to admissions@fuma.org.
INTRODUCING STUDENT DEVELOPMENT OFFICERS (SDOs)
We are excited to introduce a new enhancement for the 2026–2027 academic year: Student Development Officers (SDOs) within each company. SDOs are dedicated members of our professional staff who will serve as mentors and leaders, focused on knowing, guiding, and advocating for every cadet under their care. Through this model, your son will receive consistent, individualized support across all areas of his development. These staff members will build meaningful relationships with cadets, closely monitor their progress, and ensure that any needed support, whether academic instruction, discipline, or counseling, is delivered in a timely and effective manner. In addition, each cadet’s SDO will serve as the family’s primary point of contact, providing a clear and direct line of communication with someone who understands your son’s journey and can speak to his growth and progress.
FINAL CHANCE: END-OF-YEAR EVENTS RSVP
As we look ahead to celebrating the accomplishments of our cadets, Fork Union Military Academy is excited to announce that RSVPs are now open for our 2025–2026 End-of-Year Events. We kindly ask all families to let us know their plans by completing the RSVP for each event they plan to attend. This helps us ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone as we prepare for these special celebrations. Please note that the Senior Dinner includes four complimentary tickets per family, with additional guests welcome at $10 per person.
We look forward to celebrating this meaningful time with you and your family!
Click here to RSVP / Get Tickets
IMPORTANT EVENTS FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE ACADEMIC YEAR
As we move into the final month of the academic year, the schedule at Fork Union Military Academy becomes very full of important events and traditions. From parades and special ceremonies to end-of-year celebrations and departures, the coming weeks will be an exciting and busy time for our cadets and families.
Parents are encouraged to carefully review the official PDF Calendar for all confirmed event dates and details. A snapshot of April and May can be found below as well.
You can access the revised calendar here: 2025–2026 PDF Calendar
To help maintain the safety, security, and structure of campus life, we want to remind families that independent delivery services are not permitted to deliver directly to cadets on campus. This includes services such as Instacart, DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and similar vendors. We have recently seen an increase in unauthorized delivery attempts, and unscheduled drop-offs create safety and logistical concerns that cannot be accommodated.
Approved Process: All outside deliveries must follow Academy procedures and be coordinated through the Quartermaster.
Shipping Guidance: If your cadet needs items, please send them through approved commercial carriers such as UPS or FedEx, which are able to deliver securely and efficiently. We appreciate your partnership and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe, orderly, and distraction-free 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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