Culpeper Times • January 26-February 1, 2017 ➤ Parade, from Page 4 either attended or tuned in to see the cadets march in the 58th Inaugural Parade. “I watched on television with a deep sense of pride and joy as the Corps of Cadets, whom I consider brothers from another time, made their way down the parade route and passed the reviewing stand. The tenets of integrity, loyalty, pride, and camaraderie were the main things I took away from my years at the school. These traits seem to be lacking in many of today's institutions,” said Darius Vesuna, a 1985 graduate of FMS and Investment Advisor for BB&T Scott & Stringfellow in Culpeper. “Cadets from FMS come from different countries, religions, and races, yet we all seemed to be able to come together and remain brothers to this day. I believe the institution and it is still quite relevant in today's world. It gave me the ability to interact successfully with a very diverse group as well as the ability to make sense and create order in often chaotic situations.” “No matter which candidate or party one was in favor of, the bottom line is the importance of our peaceful transition of power from one administration to another and the deep respect one should observe for the Office of President of these United States,” added Vesuna. “I carry with me to this day many of the lessons I learned there. My clients depend on me to act with honesty, integrity, and the ability to make sense and execute well laid plans under often chaotic markets.” Andrew Ferlazzo, who attended FMS for four years, is owner of the downtown Culpeper restaurant Grass Rootes. He echoed the same level of pride in seeing his former school marching in the parade. “I watched the cadets with great pride. It brought back many memories for me,” said Ferlazzo. “When I attended FMS I played saxophone in Band Company. I recall how proud I was to march in local parades like the Apple Blossom in Winchester back in the mid 1980s.” In nearby Washington, D.C., Ted Moroney, FMS class of 1973, watched the parade from his home.
NEWS
“The sight of the Corps of Cadets, in step, arms swinging in unison, marching to the familiar beat of the drummers, transported me back 44 years to my days at Fishburne. Those sights, sounds and moments left me awash in emotion and most of all pride for the cadets, the school and its tradition and history.” In Boston, Virginia, Rick Hess, a retired law enforcement officer (FMS class of 1970) tuned in with a large measure pride and gleefully posted his thoughts on social media. “Fishburne Military School’s cadets were given a great honor. The cadets showed up in stellar form. They showed the excellence required of such an honor as they displayed the finest qualities instilled in cadets at FMS. The cadets showed discipline and sharpness under pressure, while rising above and beyond the average young man in grades 7 through 12. As a graduate my feelings of seeing my old high school on a national stage caused my heart to swell and skip many beats as our cadets stepped briskly in front of the President of the United States,” said Hess. “The participation of Fishburne Military School is a great experience for the young men to put in their cache of memories and experiences. This event launched the school onto the national stage. Politics were not a thought in participation but a building block teaching the cadets that anything is possible if you reach for it. These young men showed the result of hard work and the ability to be the best they could have been. Any parent thinking of giving something special to a young man should know that attending FMS is a gift of a lifetime.” Fishburne’s current superintendent Captain Mark E. Black (US Navy Retired) was elated with the school’s historic participation in the parade. “I am of course extremely proud of both the staff and Corps. They both performed like champions,” said Black.
Plan to be in the next issue - Call 540-812-2282
LAST WEEK
AT THIS LOCATION!
205 East Davis St.
l
Culpeper, VA
Switch and get $50 today
when you complete your taxes with us. 743 Dominion Square Shopping Ctr, Culpeper, VA • 540-829-0729 Inside Walmart—801 James Madison Hwy. • 540-825-7116 CODE: 9FMTW VALID: 1/05/2017—12/31/2017
YES... You DO Have Local Internet Options Fixed Wireless with Speeds up to 20mbps*
www.
.com
And... if we can’t reach you from one of our many fixed, local broadcast towers, we also provide premium satellite Internet
540-829-1700
Culpeper Owned & Operated with LIVE support 7 days a week * Speeds vary based on location - Call for details
NORMA GIBBS
Put years of experience to work for you! Founders Club Member 2010-2015 15169 Montanus Drive Culpeper, VA 22701 Office: 540-829-7900 Direct: 540-825-2424 Cell: 540-229-9026 njgreal@aol.com
Marshall Conner is a freelance contributor with the Culpeper Times. He is also a proud graduate of Fishburne Military School. You may reach him at kelpiescot@gmail.com
Cindy Thornhill Associate Broker CCIM, CGB, CMP
Each Office Inependenlly Owned and Operated
601 S. Main St. Culpeper, Virginia 22701 Cell: 540.229.6400 Office: 540.825.1613 Fax: 540.825.3890 Email: cindy.thornhill@c21nm.com www.cindythornhill.com
Make the most of your space!
COURTESY PHOTO
Fishburne Military School Corps of Cadets march during President Donald Trump's inauguration parade Jan. 20.
5
Do you want to reach more customers? Do you want affordable rates? Do you want full color at no additional charge? We can get you in the next issue of the Culpeper Times! Call 540-812-2282 today!
