Fork Union Military Academy continues its proud tradition of recognizing excellence and leadership among its cadets, recently unveiling the standout honorees for Term 4. GySgt Charlie Coulter, Commandant of Cadets, announced the recipients of the Cadet Leader and Cadet of the Term awards, celebrating their dedication, exemplary conduct, and outstanding leadership.

The Cadet Leader of the Term honor was awarded to Ethan Wells of Charlie Company, an eighth-grade day student from Keswick, Virginia. He is the son of Casey and Greg Wells and is in his second year at the Academy.

The Cadet of the Term was awarded to Jonah Brown, also of Charlie Company. He is a freshman day student from Palmyra, Virginia, and the son of Winston and Beth Brown. This is his first year at the Academy.

Additionally, Bravo Company and Charlie Company tied for Winning Company for Term 4, marking the first time this year that Bravo has faced stiff competition for the top spot.

The selection process for these prestigious titles is both rigorous and comprehensive. Each company conducts an internal review, nominating one cadet for each category: Category 1 includes cadets from Privates to Corporals, while Category 2 is reserved for Cadet Sergeants through Captains.

A board composed of Command Sergeant Major Glenn Sidwell and four senior cadets from the Battalion Staff conducted the interviews. Cadets, dressed in Class A uniforms adorned with their awards and decorations, were evaluated on their knowledge of the Academy’s history, core values, the Cadet Regulations (Blue Book), leadership traits, and the Honor Code. Candidates were assessed across seven key areas, each with a maximum point value:

• Personal Appearance, Bearing, and Self-Confidence (20 points)
• Oral Expression and Communication Skills (15 points)
• Knowledge of Current Events (15 points)
• Academy Standing, Awards, and Demerits (20 points)
• Awareness of Military Subjects (15 points)
• Room and Bed/Wall-locker Displays (10 points)

For their exceptional performance, Cadet Wells and Cadet Brown will each receive a $25 gift card and will be eligible to participate in the Cadet/Leader of the Year board later in the academic year. Their achievements exemplify the high standards of Fork Union Military Academy and reflect their strong commitment to leadership and excellence.

Cadet Wells and Cadet Brown will join Bravo Company and Charlie Company with an option to depart campus on April 11-13 for an additional leave weekend. Congratulations, gentlemen!