Press Archives - Fishburne

Apr 22 2024 \ Press,

Mr. Scott Simons of CMA’s Valley Subaru spoke about FMS and VDOE Scholarships with WSVA Harrisonburg Radio Group

Listen to the radio segment with Mr. Scott Simons of CMA’s Valley Subaru, FHEF Board of Trustee, and supporter of FMS through VDOE Tax program! Scott Simons talks about his… Continue reading Mr. Scott Simons of CMA’s Valley Subaru spoke about FMS and VDOE Scholarships with WSVA Harrisonburg Radio Group

Apr 11 2024 \ Battalion Blog, CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, EVENTS, Press,

Fishburne Military School celebrates 173rd birthday of its founder

By Mike Staley Published: Apr. 10, 2024 at 7:08 PM EDT|Updated: 13 hours ago WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) – Cadets marched in celebration of Professor Fishburne’s 173rd birthday on Wednesday. He founded Fishburne Military… Continue reading Fishburne Military School celebrates 173rd birthday of its founder

Apr 3 2024 \ Press,

The City of Waynesboro Declares April 10th as “Professor James Abbott Fishburne Day”

Waynesboro, VA: Fishburne Military School will honor Professor James A. Fishburne’s Legacy on April 10. Founder’s Day is an opportunity for all alumni, parents (past and present), staff, faculty,and friends… Continue reading The City of Waynesboro Declares April 10th as “Professor James Abbott Fishburne Day”

Mar 20 2024 \ Press,

Fishburne Military School Opens an All Boys Middle School in Fall 2024

Fishburne Military School (FMS) will add a 6th grade in the fall and begin transitioning to Fishburne Middle School (grades 6 – 8) over the next two years. The Fishburne… Continue reading Fishburne Military School Opens an All Boys Middle School in Fall 2024

Mar 5 2024 \ Press,

Fishburne Military School’s Wrestling Team Celebrates Another Winning Season

Waynesboro, VA: Another successful Fishburne Military School (FMS) wrestling season came to a close the weekend of February 23, 2024, at the Prep School Nationals Tournament in Pennsylvania. The FMS… Continue reading Fishburne Military School’s Wrestling Team Celebrates Another Winning Season

Feb 28 2024 \ ATHLETICS, Press,

Fishburne’s Wagner overcomes injury to win states; All-Shenandoah

Patrick HiteStaunton News Leader Published 2:34 p.m. ET Feb. 23, 2024 Updated 2:40 p.m. ET Feb. 23, 2024

Nov 13 2023 \ Battalion Blog, CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, EVENTS, Press,

Fishburne Military School holds Veterans Day parade

https://www.whsv.com/2023/11/12/fishburne-military-school-holds-veterans-day-parade/ By Cora Dickey Published: Nov. 12, 2023 at 10:16 AM EST|Updated: 21 hours ago WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) – The Fishburne Military School Corps of Cadets saluted all active duty service members and… Continue reading Fishburne Military School holds Veterans Day parade

Nov 13 2023 \ Battalion Blog, CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, EVENTS, Press,

Fishburne Military School pays homage to vets on Veterans Day

By Bob Stuart, The News Virginian https://newsvirginian.com/news/local/fishburne-military-school-pays-homage-to-vets-on-veterans-day/article_b51aa1ee-80fc-11ee-9826-af29c37fed66.html etired Army Lt. Col. Saul Herrera told Fishburne Military School cadets on Saturday a call to service does not automatically mean military service.… Continue reading Fishburne Military School pays homage to vets on Veterans Day

Sep 15 2023 \ Press,

Fishburne Military School to hold ‘Blessing of the Colors’ ceremony

Fishburne Military School will kick off the new school year with the “Blessing of the Colors’’ ceremony on Friday at 3 p.m. at Hitt-Millar Fieldhouse on the Waynesboro campus. During… Continue reading Fishburne Military School to hold ‘Blessing of the Colors’ ceremony

Jul 10 2023 \ CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, Press,

Fishburne Military School welcomes Mr. Mike Payne to its admissions team

Waynesboro, VA: Fishburne Military School (FMS) founded in 1879 announced its Director of Admissions, Mr. Mike Payne, on July 2, 2023. As a boarding school graduate, Payne brings first-hand insight… Continue reading Fishburne Military School welcomes Mr. Mike Payne to its admissions team

May 31 2023 \ ALUMNI, Press,

Fishburne Military School keeps tradition with Caisson in running for best mascot in the country

By Mandy Bartholomew Published: May. 30, 2023 at 11:51 PM EDT|Updated: 12 hours ago WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) – Fishburne Military School is sticking with traditions. The all-boys military school spent some time over… Continue reading Fishburne Military School keeps tradition with Caisson in running for best mascot in the country

May 15 2023 \ ALUMNI, Battalion Blog, CADET LIFE, Press,

Fishburne graduates receive powerful advice from an alumnus

Bob Stuart, The News Virginian, May 13, 2023 The 25 graduates of the 2023 class at Fishburne Military School could celebrate more than a commencement on Saturday at First Presbyterian… Continue reading Fishburne graduates receive powerful advice from an alumnus

Apr 7 2023 \ Battalion Blog, CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, Press,

Six Senior Cadets of Fishburne Military School Earn Full-Tuition Scholarships

Waynesboro, V.A. – In March 2023, Fishburne Military School (FMS) recognized the following senior Cadets who earned full-tuition Army ROTC scholarship offers beginning Fall 2023-2024 academic year. Cadets Nathan Ryan,… Continue reading Six Senior Cadets of Fishburne Military School Earn Full-Tuition Scholarships

Feb 6 2023 \ ATHLETICS, CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, Press,

Fishburne Military School wrestler ranked 10th in the nation

By Chelsea Church Published: Feb. 6, 2023 at 11:36 AM EST|Updated: 4 hours ago WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) – A wrestler at Fishburne Military School in Waynesboro has made history becoming the first student… Continue reading Fishburne Military School wrestler ranked 10th in the nation

Dec 21 2022 \ Press,

Fishburne Military School Honors the Season’s Festivities

The Corps of Cadets carry out the true meaning of community Waynesboro, VA – The Corps of Cadets from Fishburne Military School (FMS) joined in community events to spread holiday… Continue reading Fishburne Military School Honors the Season’s Festivities

Nov 14 2022 \ Battalion Blog, CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, Press,

Cadets and staff dedicate themselves to honoring Veterans Day

Livick and Legg said on Veterans Day and every day, reach out and thank a veteran for their dedication and sacrifice. By Kayla Brooks Published: Nov. 11, 2022 at 4:50 PM EST… Continue reading Cadets and staff dedicate themselves to honoring Veterans Day

Nov 14 2022 \ CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, Press,

Fishburne Military School Corps of Cadets explore NEXTGEN Dynamic Aviation

Bridgewater, VA – On November 8, 2022, Fishburne Military School (FMS) dispatched 14 cadets on a day of avionic fun with NEXTGEN and Dynamic Aviation (DA) located in Bridgewater, VA.… Continue reading Fishburne Military School Corps of Cadets explore NEXTGEN Dynamic Aviation

Oct 31 2022 \ ALUMNI, ATHLETICS, EVENTS, Press,

Fishburne Military School’s Deputy Superintendent to Participate in MERC Powerlifting Competition for Charity

Deputy Superintendent of Fishburne Military School (FMS), Nicole Overton, is set to compete in the Make Every Rep Count (MERC) fundraising event on November 12, 2022. It is a women’s… Continue reading Fishburne Military School’s Deputy Superintendent to Participate in MERC Powerlifting Competition for Charity

Oct 18 2022 \ Press,

FMS Parent, Cara Ross, Shares Insider Experience at Parents Military Weekend

Written by Cara Ross, Delivered on PMW 2022 at Fishburne Military School Good Morning Faculty, Staff, Visitors, Cadets, and most importantly, Parents. I am honored to be speaking to you… Continue reading FMS Parent, Cara Ross, Shares Insider Experience at Parents Military Weekend

Sep 15 2022 \ ALUMNI, CADET LIFE, EVENTS, Press,

Fishburne Military School hosts the annual Blessing of the Colors ceremony

Fishburne Military School hosts the annual Blessing of the Colors ceremony and honors the life and service of Russell A. Hitt ’53

Sep 2 2022 \ Battalion Blog, CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, Press,

Fishburne Military School inspires next generation amid military personnel shortage

By Noah Harrison Published: Sep. 2, 2022 at 7:31 AM EDT|Updated: 43 minutes ago WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) – As the United States military continues to struggle to get an adequate number of recruits,… Continue reading Fishburne Military School inspires next generation amid military personnel shortage

Aug 29 2022 \ CADET LIFE, Press,

You can afford Fishburne Military School

Whether it’s for a military academy or not, Brown recommends parents open 529s — or any other options — as early as possible to meet the financial demands of education. She believes Parker will be much better prepared for life now that he’s at Fishburne, which could lead to college scholarships down the road.

Aug 26 2022 \ Battalion Blog, CADET LIFE, CADET LIFE SPOTLIGHT, Press,

Fishburne Military School holds First Formation for 2022-23 Corps of Cadets

Fishburne Military School held its first formation for the 2022-23 cadet corps on Wednesday afternoon to encourage the class as they begin the school year.

May 12 2022 \ ATHLETICS, Press,

Spring Athletics Awards Banquet – Featuring Keynote Speaker, Scott Simons

https://www.whsv.com/video/2022/05/12/fishburne-spring-athletes-receive-awards-wednesday/ By Cayley UrenkoPublished: May. 11, 2022 at 10:47 PM EDT|Updated: 11 hours ago WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) – Athletes at Fishburne Military School were honored on Wednesday evening at its spring sports banquet.… Continue reading Spring Athletics Awards Banquet – Featuring Keynote Speaker, Scott Simons

May 12 2022 \ CADET LIFE, Press,

FMS Honors Nurses for National Nurses Week

Waynesboro, VA – Fishburne Military School (FMS) recognizes its team of school nurses for National Nurses Week. May 12th recognizes the birthday of Nurse Florence Nightingale. She is best known… Continue reading FMS Honors Nurses for National Nurses Week

Apr 27 2022 \ Press,

WAYNESBORO, Va. (WHSV) – Fishburne Military School in Waynesboro held its First Formation ceremony Wednesday afternoon to recognize the next class of leaders in the Corps of Cadets . .… Continue reading Shenandoah Valley Teens Appointed to Leadership Roles at Fishburne Military School.

Aug 25 2021 \ Press,

Stephens City Teen Named Distinguished Summer Session Graduate

“I knew he was going to find great success at Fishburne Military School the moment I learned that he and I were from the same hometown,” laughs LTC Robert Hunt,… Continue reading Stephens City Teen Named Distinguished Summer Session Graduate

Mar 18 2021 \ Press,

Fishburne Military School food drive raises enough for 4,000 meals in just two weeks (WHSV story)

WAYNESBORO, Va. — Fishburne Military School kicked off a food drive for the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank at the beginning of the month and has already raised enough to… Continue reading Fishburne Military School food drive raises enough for 4,000 meals in just two weeks (WHSV story)

Aug 29 2020 \ Press,

Fishburne Military School Featured in Washington Post

Great story this weekend in The Washington Post about Fishburne Military School’s success resuming in-person instruction. Outstanding job by the Corps of Cadets keeping themselves and their brothers safe. Way… Continue reading Fishburne Military School Featured in Washington Post

New Students (ROOKS)	$ 4500
Returning Students (Old Men)	$ 4000

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday		Wednesday Only
0610	First Call \ Make Bed	0610	First Call \ Make Bed
0630–0710	Physical Training (W, F)	0630–0710	Physical Training (W, F)
0715–0740	Personal Hygiene \ Barracks Clean Up	0715–0740	Personal Hygiene \ Barracks Clean Up
0745–0825	Breakfast	0745–0825	Breakfast
0825	Accountability Formation	0825	Accountability Formation
0830–1140	1st Class (breaks each hour)	0830–1140	1st Class (breaks each hour)
1145–1240	1st Class (breaks each hour)	1145–1240	Lunch
1245	Accountability Formation	1245	Accountability Formation
1250–1600	2nd Class (breaks each hour)	1250–1600	2nd Class (breaks each hour)
1615	Accountability Formation	1605-1830	JROTC Adventure Training
1620–1720	Athletics	1605-1830	JROTC Adventure Training
1730–1800	Dinner	1835–1905	Dinner
1800–1900	Personal Time \ Retreat	1910–2035	Study Hall
1905–2035	Study Hall	1910–2035	Study Hall
2035–2135	Personal Time \ Room CQ (closed quarters)	2035–2135	Personal Time \ Room CQ
2200	TAPS/ Lights Out	2200	TAPS/ Lights Out

Saturday		Sunday
0900	First Call \ Make Bed	0900	First Call \ Make Bed
0930	Reveille (1st Formation)	0930	Reveille (1st Formation)
0935–1030	Breakfast	1000	Brunch
1035	Weekend Activities	1040	Church Formation
1700–1745	Retreat \ Dinner	1100–1200	Church or Character Development
1745–2300	Personal Time	1200–1300	Personal Time
2300	Room CQ	1300	Accountability Formation
2315	TAPS \ Lights Out	1305–1650	Town Pass \ Personal Time
		1700–1755	Retreat \ Dinner
	Weekend Activities	1800–1955	Personal Time
	Each Saturday, a trip will be offered to the cadets. In the past these have been: Shenandoah Caverns, Skyline Paintball, Kings Dominion, and Massanutten Water Park. These are subject to change. The third weekend (July 17-18) is typically considered an open weekend. Students are able to take leave (go home) on this weekend.	2000–2130	Study Hall
		2200	Room CQ
		2215	TAPS \ Lights Out

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