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There’s a reason life at Fishburne is organized the way it is—so you can get the most out of every day.
Small classes? So you can get the attention and guidance you need. Fewer distractions? So you can focus on the things that matter. Discipline and structure? Because they actually free you up for other things. Brotherhood? Because, of course. Respect for every cadet? Because we reward character and performance, not seniority. No tryout sports? So everyone can play what they love. The truth is, you wake up every day with purpose, and go to bed at night satisfied (and tired). And what could be better than that?
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Roommates
Building Livelong Friendships
At Fishburne, you don’t choose your roommates. But most cadets will tell they wouldn’t switch their roommate for anything. After all, there’s a good chance you’re meeting a friend you’ll have for life. Roommates are chosen by the Commandant and his staff, who try to find roommates who are good matches based on age, grade, new cadet status and rank. Room changes can be made, but are done at the Commandant’s discretion based on the request of a cadet or his parents, or the recommendation of the staff and administration
Room Furnishings
Cadets Live a Tidy Lifestyle
Your room comes fully furnished by Fishburne, so there’s no need to bring any of your own furniture. You are permitted, however, to bring electronic equipment but it’s limited to items that fit on your desk. Other items allowed (at the Commandant’s discretion) range from a small refrigerator and small poster to video game systems and musical instruments.
Working in clean and orderly environments increases our productivity. So your room is expected to be neat, and ready for daily inspection. Restrictions on electronics and civilian clothing may be made at the discretion of the Commandant.
PDF \ List of Things to Bring
“He longed for cleanliness and tidiness: It was hard to find peace in the middle of disorder.”
— Robin Hobb \ Author of urban fantasy fiction \ Winner World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement
Year-to-Year in the Corps
FRESHMAN
BRINGING YOUR BEST
SOPHOMORE
STEPPING UP
JUNIOR
TAKING CHARGE
SENIOR
LEADING THE WAY
Cadet Logistics Services
Fishburne supports the Corps of Cadets in many ways beyond excellent academic, athletic and JROTC programs. Within the campus are laundering services, a barber shop, an infirmary, a cadet store, media center, transportation fleet and the Sonneborne mess hall.
BARBER SHOP
Every two weeks (or so), you’ll be in the barber shop cleaning up your haircut. (Yes, it’s included in your room and board costs). Just so you know, your hair should be neat and closely trimmed; no longer than one inch on the top and tapered on the side. Sideburns will not extend below the middle of the inner of the ear.
LAUNDRY \ DRY CLEANING
While you have a lot to take care of every day, we’ll take care of laundering and dry-cleaning your military uniforms and clothing. We’ll even wash authorized civilian clothing. We’ll also do alterations (new pockets, zippers, and major repairs), but that will cost a little extra.
INFIRMARY
A nurse is on duty seven days a week. We are in the infirmary from 7am–7pm. We always have a nurse on call when the infirmary is closed. Faculty and staff members living on campus are on-call to take cadets needing medical care to the hospital.
MEDIA CENTER \ LIBRARY
The Media Center is open daily during the academic day and during study hall. It’s managed by an adult during operating hours to assist you with any needs. You may also use the Waynesboro Public Library while on an authorized town pass.
CADET STORE
Fishburne has some pretty cool swag, which you can score at the Cadet Store. The store also sells everyday items like pencils, notebooks, personal hygiene items, and cleaning supplies. As for your uniform and other required clothing, those are sold and issued by The Quartermaster.
SONNEBORN MESS HALL
One of the biggest surprises for every cadet is the quality of the food at Fishburne. Well, you can thank Marquis Services, a small, family-owned company that handles all the food preparation. They’re committed to using locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible and to keeping the menu fresh, fun and, yeah, even healthy.
Clubs & Activities
There is always something to do at Fishburne Military School for boys. Aside from homework and study time, cadets are enrolled in U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) and can participate in a number of school sports, teams and extracurricular activities.
National Honor Society
Boy Scouts of America
Yearbook Club
Key Club International Service
Junior Achievement
X-STEM
Robotics Club
Rocket Club
Winter Running Club
Photography Club
Weekend Recreation
For cadets in satisfactory academic standing and no disciplinary actions, weekends offer town passes and weekend leave. Optional weekend activities range from mixers with other private schools and trips with local church youth groups to outings that include but are not limited to:
PDF \ Weekends @ Fishburne
Skyline Paintball
Zeus Movie Theater
Valley Lanes Bowling
Fear Forest in Harrisonburg
Winter Skiing at Wintergreen
University of Virginia Football GamesUniversity of Virginia Basketball GamesJames Madison University Football GamesJames Madison University Basketball Games
Kings Dominion Amusement & Water Park
Massanutten Water Park
Blackfriars Playhouse and Shakespeare Center
National Air & Space Museum
Shenandoah Caverns
Dismiss
Summer Session Tuition
New Students (ROOKS)
$ 4000
Returning Students (Old Men)
$ 3500
Dismiss
Sample Summer Program Schedule
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
1730–1800
Dinner
1835–1905
Dinner
1800–1900
Personal Time \ Retreat
1910–2035
Study Hall
1905–2035
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.