Graduation is upon us again. This time our 90 Summer Scholars will ceremoniously conclude their program here in Waynesboro on August, 1. We are very proud of each student’s accomplishments. Some have even received mention in their local newspapers or Web-based publications. FMS is also pleased to report that we had a very successful JCLC [...]
Entries from July 2009
July 24, 2009
Military School Alternative
The biggest hurdle we face at Fishburne is the general perception that military-based educational systems are for bad or troubled kids. We are absolutely not looking for teens with severe behavior issues. More often than not we will deny admission to kids who have continually acted-out in negative ways with their teachers, parents, or law [...]
July 22, 2009
Award Winning Photographer Works with Fishburne
Robb Scharetg has agreed to work with FMS to photograph our beautiful campus and its activities. Mr. Scharetg is on campus today photographing the JROTC activities being held at the school. The new imagery will be used to update our admissions materials as well as our Web site. We are privileged to have Robb’s help [...]
July 21, 2009
Fishburne is on Facebook & Twitter
Without a doubt, an organization is not playing ball if they are not using Facebook or Twitter for marketing/awareness purposes. Both are excellent tools that can help with Search Engine Optimization (SEO), and allow us to post links, videos, and pics from lots of Fishburne Events. Fishburne\’s Facebook Page provides the option for students and [...]
July 21, 2009
VAMS Meeting This Saturday 7/25 in Richmond, VA
Fishburne Military School will head to the Hilton Garden Inn on Saturday for a VAMS Fair. “VAMS” stands for Virginia Association of Military Schools. While Fishburne is ahead of schedule with regards to fall recruitment, we look forward to meeting future Caissons in Richmond this weekend. FMS has worked hard to advertise this particular session [...]
July 21, 2009
2009 College Admissions!
A belated congrats to all the 2009 graduates! Below is a list of all the colleges and universities where they were accepted. Allegheny College, Bowie State University, Central Michigan University, Chowan University, College of Charleston, Davis and Elkins College, Dowling College, Eastern Oregon State University, Emory and Henry College, Ferrum College, Hampden-Sydney College, Hillsdale College, [...]
July 21, 2009
Fishburne’s Fall Soccer Schedule
Tuesday, September 1 vs. Liberty Christian Academy Home 4:00 p.m. Friday, September 4 vs. Covenant School/Charlottesville Away 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 8 vs. Carlisle School/Martinsville Away 4:30 p.m. Thursday, September 10 vs. Roanoke Catholic School Home 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 15 vs. Woodberry Forest School Home 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 22 vs. Eastern Mennonite High [...]
July 21, 2009
Fishburne gets blogging
What makes Fishburne Military School so special? Answer: the people, the tradition, our narrative. The Fishburne Times-Connect will help us tell our story. Each year approximately 140-150 kids descend upon our campus in Waynesboro, Virginia. As Virginia’s oldest and smallest military school, we’ve got over 130 years worth of impact on the lives of young [...]
