We are closely monitoring the winter storm forecasted to impact our area this weekend and early next week. The safety of our cadets, families, faculty, and staff remains our top priority, and we have made several adjustments to next week’s schedule to ensure everyone’s well-being.
Please review the important updates below:
With the canceled instructional day, the Term 3 exam originally scheduled for Friday, January 30 has been moved to Tuesday, February 3.
The scheduled leave weekend will remain open. We ask parents to use their best judgment when deciding whether to pick up and drop off their son, as winter weather is expected to arrive in the area on Saturday.
Due to the extremely cold temperatures expected throughout the week, we ask that all cadets return to campus by Monday, January 26 at 7:00 PM. Please note that FUMA Transportation will not be available.
If at any time road conditions seem too risky to transport your cadet to campus and they will not be in class on Tuesday, please notify us by emailing absent@fuma.org and reach out to your cadet’s teacher regarding any missed assignments.
Please rest assured that if your cadet remains on campus during this winter advisory, Fork Union Military Academy is fully prepared. We have multiple facilities equipped with backup generators, and our staff will ensure that all cadets are warm, well fed, and safe throughout the duration of the weather event.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we navigate these weather-related changes. We will continue to communicate any additional updates as conditions develop.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of Fork Union Military Academy.
Best regards,
Kelly Barnette
Director of Communications
Fork Union Military Academy
Email: barnettek@fuma.org
DAY STUDENT REMINDERS:
IT'S TIME TO RE-ENROLL YOUR CADET FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
Re-enrollment contracts are now available in Clarity. You should have received an email from the Admissions Office detailing what is required to re-enroll your cadet. The deadline for re-enrollment is April 1. For questions about the re-enrollment process, please contact admissions@fuma.org.
FINAL CHANCE TO SIGN UP FOR JUNIOR SEMINAR
Fork Union Military Academy is offering an optional Junior Seminar for cadets in the Class of 2027, focused on SAT preparation and early college application planning. Modeled after the required Senior Seminar, this 0.5 credit, pass/fail course meets twice a week and is designed to help cadets prepare for the May 2 SAT offered on campus, while also using the end of junior year and summer effectively before application season begins.
Topics include SAT test-taking strategies, building a college list, requesting letters of recommendation, creating College Board and Common App accounts, brainstorming the personal statement, and more. The seminar emphasizes active participation and independent practice to maximize results.
Details at a Glance:
Families interested in enrolling their cadet should complete the registration form here.
START SUBMITTING YOUR SPRING BREAK LEAVE REQUESTS IN ORAH
As a reminder, the next Major Leave is Spring Break and is scheduled for Thursday, March 5-Monday, March 16. All cadets must depart campus for Spring Break. Spring Break Leave Requests are due in Orah by Friday, February 6. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about Spring Break.
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR SENIOR FAMILIES
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.
PRE-ORDER YOUR 2025-2026 YEARBOOK!
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.
UNAUTHORIZED DELIVERY SERVICES ON CAMPUS
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.
DO YOU WANT TO SCHEDULE SENIOR/CADET PORTRAITS?
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
CADET CARE PACKAGES FOR BIRTHDAYS AND ANY OTHER OCCASION
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
Re-enrollment contracts are now available in Clarity. You should have received an email from the Admissions Office detailing what is required to re-enroll your cadet. The deadline for re-enrollment is April 1. For questions about the re-enrollment process, please contact admissions@fuma.org.
Fork Union Military Academy is offering an optional Junior Seminar for cadets in the Class of 2027, focused on SAT preparation and early college application planning. Modeled after the required Senior Seminar, this 0.5 credit, pass/fail course meets twice a week and is designed to help cadets prepare for the May 2 SAT offered on campus, while also using the end of junior year and summer effectively before application season begins.
Topics include SAT test-taking strategies, building a college list, requesting letters of recommendation, creating College Board and Common App accounts, brainstorming the personal statement, and more. The seminar emphasizes active participation and independent practice to maximize results.
Details at a Glance:
Families interested in enrolling their cadet should complete the registration form here.
As a reminder, the next Major Leave is Spring Break and is scheduled for Thursday, March 5-Monday, March 16. All cadets must depart campus for Spring Break. Spring Break Leave Requests are due in Orah by Friday, February 6. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about Spring Break.
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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