Dear VFMA&C Community,

Every year, both Alumni and Parents Weekends are highlights of the spring semester and this year was no exception. As always, it was wonderful to see so many family members and friends of the Forge come back to campus. A big thank you goes out to Ginny Frantz and the Alumni Board of Directors as well as Lini Stevens and the Parents Association for all of their hard work in making these two memorable weekend traditions a success.

Yesterday we held both the SROTC Commissioning Ceremony as well as College graduation. It was a gorgeous, yet very busy day as families gathered to congratulate their cadets on these outstanding accomplishments.

I want to express how saddened the VF community is by the recent events at Virginia Tech and I extend our deepest sympathies to everyone directly affected by this tragedy. On the evening of April 26, our cadets coordinated a memorial service to honor those killed at Virginia Tech. Cadets and faculty shared poems, scripture readings and personal reflections. VFMA&C has in place a detailed emergency plan that goes into effect in the event of natural disasters, fires or any other threat to the safety of those on our campus. In light of the events on April 16, we have reexamined and revised the plan where necessary in order to ensure that VFMA&C is the safest environment possible for our cadets, staff, faculty and visitors to our campus. As always, if you have any questions or concerns regarding the safety of our campus, please don’t hesitate to call me.

On a lighter note, next up we have our Academy Middle School and Upper School graduation ceremonies on Saturday, June 2. Let it be a time of happiness and excitement as we celebrate the achievements of our many talented young men.

I would like to wish our departing cadets from both the Academy and the College a safe and relaxing summer and I look forward to seeing many of you back here in the fall.

Sincerely,

Charles A. McGeorge
President, VFMA&C

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CADET ACHIEVEMENTS

Cadet and Staff/Faculty Order of Anthony Wayne Awardees

To be a Knight in the Order of Anthony Wayne:
Staff and Faculty
Mr. Michael Brock

To be Fellows in the Order of Anthony Wayne:
Cadet First Captain Jourdan B. Frain, Cadet Regimental Commander; Cadet Third Captain Charles G. Schappert, Infantry Battalion Commander; Cadet Fourth Captain Kevin J. Fulmer, Mounted Battalion Commander; Cadet Captain Keith R. Baker, Company Commander, Band; Cadet Captain Ryan W. Fogarty, Regimental Training Officer; Cadet Captain Colin M. Marino, Company Commander, G Company; Cadet Captain Jeffrey C. Rowland, Regimental Quartermaster; Cadet Regimental Sergeant Major Joshua M. Luedtke.

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Cadets to Receive Good Citizenship Award

Cadets Barrow and Dooley have been selected for the Good Citizenship Award which was awarded to them on Thursday, 10 May. They had a full day of special activities beginning at 8:30 a.m. at The Union League in Philadelphia. They were nominated for this honor by our Cradle of Liberty Council, BSA.

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College Cadet Awards:

"Who’s Who among Students in American Junior Colleges",

Adam Kemp	Adam Pachnieski
Ahmed Ghuman	Michael Chavez
Andrew Wilson	Chase Kochkodin
David Anderson	Hedrick Cintron
Jared French	Joseph Cichonski
Joshua Luedtke	Jourdan Frain
Erik Greenwood	Michael Delgado
Michael Reid	Nathan Soliday
Ryan Seiple

COL (VFMC) Infortuna Outstanding College Athlete: John Stoltenberg
National Guard Association of PA: Ryan Seiple
Penn’s Grant Chapter of the Colonial Dames of the 17th Century Award: David Anderson
Follett Scholastic Achievement Award: Michael McCurdy
National Society of the Daughters of the American Colonists: Andrew Wilson
Association of the United States Army Book Award: Ryan Seiple
Military Order of Foreign Wars of the United States Medal: Ryan Seiple
Scottish American Military Society: Colin McNulty
General Society of the War of 1812: Andrew Wilson
National Society Daughters of Founders and Patriots of America Award: John A. Wilson
National Sojourners Award: Kevin Joyce
Sorley Medals: Math - Michael Reid, Jr., Foreign Language - Vincente Lacayo, Business - Vincente Lacayo, English - Michael Reid, Jr., Science - Michael Delgado, Criminal Justice - Ryan Seiple, Social Sciences - Andrew Wilson
Silver Star Award for Salutatorian: Jourdan Frain
Gold Star Award for Valedictorian: Michael Reid

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Academy Cadet Awards

The Harvey Medal:

Matthew Snyder - English 2nd	Spencer D. Rome - English 3rd
Robert Callahan - English 4th	Daniel J. Arday - English 5th
Henry Schappert - English 6th	Alex K. Yuan - Science 2nd
David Drobish - Science 3rd	Robert Sniezek - Science 4th
Daniel J. Arday - Science 5th	Troy H. Ennis - Science 6th
Ryan Christy - Math 2nd	Jeong Park - Math 3rd
Alexander Reeves - Math 4th	Matthew Salinger - Math 5th
Henry Schappert - Math 6th	Daniel Arday - MS Advanced Math
Matthew C. Snyder - Social Studies 2nd	Woo Jin Park - Social Studies 3rd
Alexander P. Reeves - Social Studies 4th	Daniel Arday - Social Studies 5th
Henry Schappert - Social Studies 6th	Joseph Roque - FL (French)
Joon Lee - FL (Spanish)	David Drobish - FL (German)
Michael Barrow - FL (Latin)	Matthew Salinger - Language Arts 5th
Henry Schappert - Language Arts 6th

The Blase Zucaro Memorial Medal for Achievement: Riyan Christy
The Emigh Medal: Guiliano Apadula
The Arnovitz Medal: Steven J. Antonello
The Blessing Medal: Matthew Snyder
The Franklin D. Roth Book Award: Robert Callahan
The Bausch and Lomb Award: Tai An
The Phi Beta Kappa Book Award: James Post
The United States Army Reserve National Scholar Athlete Award: Keith Baker
The National Sojourners Medal: Jonathan Fernandez
The Daedalian Foundation JROTC Award: David Drobish
The John A. Murphy Award: Anthony Aurilia
The Lewis S. Sorley Book Award: Matthew C. Snyder
The Clarence H. Richardson Award: Charles Schappert
The Lambert Cadwalder Award: Alexander P. Reeves
The Edwin H. Vare Award: Robert Callahan
The Business Merit Certificate: Vic Bertrand and Joseph Roque
The American Chemical Society Award: Seung Min Ha
The Parents’ Association Environmental Science Book Award: Jossy C. Martinez
The Parents’ Association Chemistry Book Award: Nicolas McLellan
The Parents’ Association Physics Book Award: Sean P. Graham
The Parents’ Association Honors Chemistry Award: James M. Post
The Parents’ Association Biology Book Award: Joon Lee
The Parents’ Association Introduction to Computer Science Award: David Golub
The Parents’ Association Introductory Physics Award: Steven J. Antonello
The Colonel Joseph J. Esrey Humanities Award: Charles G. Schappert
The British Officers Club of Philadelphia Essay Award: 1st Place - Austin Caroe, 2nd Place - Benjamin Groveman
The Admiral Becton Award: 1st Place - Robert J. Isakson, 2nd Place - Anthony Aurilia, 3rd Place - Alexander S. Dooley
Main Line Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Award: Steven Antonello
The VFMA Sketchbook Literary Medal: 1st Class - Christopher M. Corigliano, 2nd Class - John T. Brauman, 3rd Class - Spencer Rome, 4th Class - Robert Callahan, 5th Class - Daniel Arday
The Fontain Award: Prose - Patrick Wong, Communications - Brendan Tuthill, Audio Visual - Daniel Sudomoin
The Legionnaire Award: 1st Place - Patrick G. Hastings, 2nd Place - Brendan Tuthill
American Legion Award: James M. Post
The Annual Art Award: Taylor Rowand, Robert Gray
The Presidential Physical Fitness Awards: Middle School - Michael Barrow, Upper School - Parker Holmes
Superior Cadet Tutors: Ramsey Haddad
Meritorious Cadet Tutors: Ryan Grozinski
The Stone Medal: 1st - Nicholas Calvanese, 2nd - Benjamin Groveman, 3rd - Anthony Baldi, 4th - Robert B. Sniezek

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Valley Forge Military Academy & College Athletic Awards

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Cadet of the Month

Photographed left to right are Steven Babici, George Statzell and Diego Ruesga.

Squad Leader of the Month for April 2007 - Having appeared before the Selection Board, Steven Babici of Drum & Bugle Corps was selected as the Squad Leader of the Month for April 2007.

The following cadets are designated Valley Forge Military Academy & College Best Cadets of the Month.
Best Old Cadet - Paul Heins
Best New Cadet - George Statzell
Best Middle School Cadet - Diego Ruesga

The following units are awarded the Commandant’s Award for Best Units for April 2007.

First Place - Band	Second Place - Drum & Bugle Corps
Third Place - D Troop	Best Drill Company - E Battery

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Day School Announcement

Starting in September 2007, Valley Forge Military Academy will expand its tradition of global academic and leadership excellence to the local area by offering the Valley Forge Military Academy Day School Program in both the Middle School and Upper School.

Designed for young men in grades 7-12, the VFMA Day School Program will provide the same unique blend of academic, personal, and leadership education. Now local young men will have the same opportunities to transform themselves and unleash their full potential like the Valley Forge cadets enrolled in the boarding program.

To the fullest extent possible, the experiences of the Day School cadets will mirror that of Valley Forge Military Academy’s Boarding Cadets focusing on developing the Whole Person and Valley Forge’s Five Cornerstones of Academic Excellence, Character Development, Personal Motivation, Physical Development and Leadership.

All Day Cadets will be expected to complete the six week plebe system. Plebes will be fully integrated in their unit and will not be singled out or identified in any way.

VFMA Day Cadets will be assigned to units throughout the Corps. First year cadets are not eligible for leadership billets, but may be selected for leadership detail in their second year. Each cadet will be assigned a barracks room containing a desk for studying and a locker/wardrobe to assist cadets in stowing clothing or equipment. Day Cadets will be responsible for keeping their rooms to cadet standards, and the room will be considered their home away from home.

Successful after-school experiences of the Day Cadets are essential to the success of the Day Program. As such, they will be expected to participate in all activities their Boarding counterparts participate in, to include: interscholastic sports, intramural sports, clubs, drill, tours, physical training, vespers, choir and the like.

Details of the VFMA Day School Program are still being coordinated. We will continue to update our constituents with our progress as we move forward with the plans.

If you know a local young man who would benefit from a Valley Forge Military Academy education, please contact the VFMA Office of Admission at 1-800-234-VFMA or 610-989-1300. Or visit the online inquiry and application page of our website. http://www.vfmac.edu/admissions_applications.html

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Annual VFMA&C Golf Outing Recap

The 14th Annual VFMA&C Golf Outing was held on May 7, 2007 at the St. David’s Golf Club. Valley Forge was very excited to bring the outing back to St. David’s and to see the brand new clubhouse and banquet facility. The great weather and beautiful grounds combined to provide golfers a great experience.

Congratulations to Tony McIntyre, Luanne Vester, Tom Lane and Brian Hall for toppling the competition and finishing in first place. In the skill prizes, Dave Knapp won long drive. Closest-to-the-Pin honors went to John Anderson, husband of Dr. Kathleen Anderson, VFMA&C’S Vice President of Academic Affairs.

We are very grateful and thank our Event Sponsors: The McIntyre Group and Riley, Riper, Hollin & Colagreco. Their leadership and generosity is much appreciated.

In addition, we would like to thank the following: Eagle Sponsor:
Penn Capital Management - Rich Hocker ’64

Birdie Sponsor:
The Graham Company - Ken Ewell

Beverage Station Sponsors:
Sodexho
Pancoast & Clifford

Scoreboard Sponsors:
Commerce Bank
Pancoast & Clifford

Closest To The Pin Sponsor:
Fulton Bank

Longest Drive Sponsor:
John Sergovic, ‘55C

A Callaway X460 Driver was awarded to the winner of the Longest Drive courtesy of Buzz Quillen.

Invitations were donated by The Chambers Group.

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Hocker Hall Dedication and Presentation of the Order of Marquis de Lafayette Award

The formal dedication of Hocker Hall was held on Sunday, May 6, 2007. The dedication ceremony began at 10 AM in front of Hocker Hall with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and tour of the newly renovated, state of the art barracks. At the 11 AM Chapel Service, the Order of Marquis de Lafayette was presented to Richard (’64) and Marcia Hocker thanking them for their generosity and their support of Valley Forge Military Academy & College.

Generations of cadets who will live in Hocker Hall will owe an immense debt of gratitude to Richard and Marcia Hocker for leading the cause, and to Dix Jarden ’42C, Kent McNew ’61C and Michael Nolen ’66 for their overwhelming generosity. The names of the many other donors who helped make this renovation become a reality can be found on the sign displayed inside the entrance to Hocker Hall. We are truly grateful to you all for your generosity to VFMA&C.

The Order of Marquis de Lafayette (OMDL) was established to honor those donors rendering the highest levels of philanthropy, commitment and support to both the institution and its cadets. This award will be considered the highest award for philanthropy at Valley Forge Military Academy & College.

The OMDL will be presented to individuals who have rendered distinguished service through philanthropy which is above and beyond the call of duty to Valley Forge Military Academy & College and its student body. The award will be given to recognize their financial contribution in a single academic year which dramatically impacts the quality of student life and achievement. The minimum threshold for consideration will be $1 million in a single academic year.

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Homecoming Recap

They say a picture is worth a thousand words; so please visit our website to look at our photo scrapbook from Homecoming Weekend at: http://www.vfmac.edu/photoscrapbook.html for the whole story!

I offer a hearty ‘thank you’ to all who came back to campus and enjoyed your reunion weekend. I offer another ‘thank you’ to all who supported the Alumni Association through the purchase of raffle tickets.

Alumni who are interested in becoming their class reunion chairmen, and those who graduated in a year ending with a "3" or an "8", please contact me in the alumni office at: gfrantz@vfmac.edu. Now is the ultimate time to start planning your reunion!

- Mrs. Ginny Frantz, Director of Alumni Relations

The Alumni Association raffle winners are:

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Strategic Plan Presentation to Alumni

Dear Alumni,

On Thursday, June 28, 2007 Valley Forge Military Academy & College will hold a briefing on the three-year strategic plan from 2:30 to 3:30 PM in Eisenhower Hall, first floor. We will show a power point presentation and then hold a question and answer session with Dr. Kathleen Anderson, Vice President for Academic Affairs; COL Thad Gaebelein, Commandant of Cadets; Mr. Charles A. McGeorge, President; and Col. James J. Doyle, Superintendent.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Tony McGeorge
President
Valley Forge Military Academy & College
610-989-1204
tmcgeorge@vfmac.edu

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Generous Alumni Help Improve Cadet Life

Brand new covers for the pool tables in the Boodle Shop were made possible by two alumni, Peter Gioe ’88 and Darryl Murphy ’81. Thanks for making a difference for our cadets!

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2007 Printed Alumni Directory

Harris Connect, Inc. has sent questionnaires to all alumni to request their inclusion in the directory. If you haven’t received a questionnaire, please click on the following link https://www.alumniconnections.com/alumni_members/mylisting/. Harris Connect has begun their phoning phase of retrieving alumni information as well.

Would you like to stay connected with your classmates or find an old friend from the same cadet company? Please register in our online directory, update your information, and find your fellow alumni by visiting http://www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/VMA/oldintro//oldintro.cgi.

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Online Directory Has New Features

Coming soon within the alumni online directory is a global search tool that will allow you to search within the online community for your classmate or class notes, events, etc. Also coming, a resume upload feature for those looking for the perfect job candidate, or for those looking to be part of a company with another alumnus. Keep checking the Forge website for the installation of this valuable tool.

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"Past in Review" Available on Disc

On the eve of the 80th Corps of Cadets, the Alumni Association wishes to release again, and now on DVD, "THE PAST IN REVIEW". Through the generosity of two alumni, this will be at absolutely no cost and will be post-paid to you. First produced in 1987, this is a narrated compilation of all films acquired from the first 40 years of VFMA&C.

This 107 min. documentary begins with a stroll through the fire ruins at Devon, PA, and continues through most of the Baker years at the present site in Wayne through 1968, conditionally the mid-point of our history. Narration is by LTG Milton H. Medenbach, ’41H, and BG Alfred A. Sanelli, ’39, both then active but now recently deceased. The stereo musical underscore is completely from the recorded works of the Valley Forge Band under the direction of the late COL D. Keith Feltham, ’90H.

To place your order, please email Co.Clerk@mac.com.

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VFMA&C Hosts Outdoor Tattoo 2007

On April 21, 2007, the long-awaited rescheduled Tattoo Performance took place on the Parade Field at Valley Forge Military Academy & College. The weather was glorious, and the community, staff, faculty, cadets, parents, alumni and friends enjoyed the afternoon of music and drills.

Musical performances by the VFMA&C Regimental Band, the Drum & Bugle Corps, and the Washington Memorial Pipe Band showed the patriotic flair of the afternoon. D Troop showcased their talents with a brief polo match, and E Battery proudly performed the Four Gun Drill, choreographed by PDM Nigel Jackson, RM (Ret) and CPO Paul Green, RN (Ret).

We acknowledge Drum Major Nigel S. Jackson, R. M. (Ret), Principal Director of Music and Tattoo Director; WO2 Phil Evans, R. M. (Ret), Bandmaster; Mr. Colin Drummond, Pipe Major, The Washington Memorial Pipe Band; CPT Nicholas P. Caputo, III, Director of Horsemanship; CPO Paul Green, R.N. (Ret), Advisor to E Battery; Command Sergeant Major WO2 Rik Thornton R.M. (Ret), Advisor to VFMA&C Color Guard for their hard work to bring this wonderful performance together. The outdoor venue was quite a treat on the first true spring-like weekend of April 2007!

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Upper School Graduation Guest Speaker

Pennsylvania Attorney General Tom Corbett will speak at the Upper School Graduation on Saturday, June 2.

Tom Corbett took the oath of office on January 18, 2005 as Pennsylvania's 25th modern Attorney General, dedicating the resources of the Office of Attorney General to make the Commonwealth a safer and better place for families to live, work and grow. Born and raised in Pennsylvania, Tom Corbett served his country as a member of the Pennsylvania Army National Guard 28th Infantry Division from 1971 until 1984, rising from private to captain.

Corbett received his undergraduate degree from Lebanon Valley College in Annville, Pennsylvania, and taught civics and history in Pine Grove Area High School in Schuylkill County, Pennsylvania. In 1975, he received his law degree from St. Mary's University Law School in San Antonio, Texas.

Tom Corbett and his wife, Susan Manbeck Corbett, are the proud parents of two children: Tom, an architect; and Katherine, a lawyer.

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Dr. Philip Townsend ’68 to Retire from VFMA&C

Dr. Philip Townsend ’68 has announced that he will be retiring from Valley Forge effective July 1, 2007. For over 30 years Phil Townsend has been a loyal and dedicated member of the Forge Family: Tactical Officer, Librarian, Teacher, and Dean. Literally thousands of cadets have benefited from his service at Valley Forge.

Dr. Townsend is a 1968 VFMA&C graduate and joined VFMA&C as a faculty member on August 26, 1975. His educational credentials are impressive: BA in History, from the University of Utah 1973; MSLA, in Library Science, from Villanova University in 1989; and in 2000, Dr Townsend earned an Ed D. in Curriculum Development, from Nova Southeastern University.

After several academic and internal military promotions at VFMA&C, in September 1996 he was appointed to Professor and holds the VFMA&C rank of Colonel. In July 2005 Dr. Townsend assumed the role of Dean of the Academy, and served in this capacity for the last two academic years. We thank him for his commitment and energy that he displayed in this important assignment.

Please join us in wishing Dr. Townsend and his wife Molly, the very best in their future endeavors; he will be greatly missed by cadets and colleagues alike.

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Lt. Col. John Church Receives Order of Anthony Wayne for Distinguished Service

On Sunday, April 22, the VFMA&C Corps of Cadets, staff, faculty and friends honored Lt. Col. John Church, former VFMC Dean, and other Marines who served with Lt. Col. Church, upon their return from Iraq. Lt. Col. Church was recognized for his outstanding service to Valley Forge Military Academy & College, and the United States of America. Pictured left to right are: Mary Kay Church, holding son Travis Joseph, Lt. Col. John Church, USMCR; and John’s parents Rachel Church and Col. John Church, Sr. USMC (Ret) holding Mary Kay and John’s oldest son JC Church.

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VFMA Professor Featured in Wall Street Journal Article

Click on the following link to read an article featuring John Granger, VFMA English professor and author of several Harry Potter-related books. http://online.wsj.com/article/SB117876383431898056.html?mod=hpp_free_today

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Coach Lorusso Honored

In March, Coach Lorusso was honored by the National Wrestling Coaches Association prior to the NCAA Division 1 Wrestling Championship Tournament in Auburn Hills, MI. The inscription on the award reads as follows: "Presented to Dominick P. Lorusso in recognition of your capable and inspiring work of 25 years with amateur wrestlers and associates. May your splendid leadership and record of accomplishments create a challenge to all coaches."

Col. Lorusso began coaching the varsity wrestling team at VF in 1980, and currently has won over 250 dual meets. In addition, the wrestling team at VF under Coach Lorusso’s tutelage has won over 30 tournaments, including a state championship in 1988, and a second-place finish in 1989. He has coached 14 PA Private School State Champions to date, and his 1988-89 team finished their dual meet season with a perfect 17-0 record. During a three-year span (1987-1989) the wrestling team compiled a dual meet record of 48-2.

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6abc Chooses Cadet Schappert for Best of the Class 2007

VFMA senior Charles Schappert has been chosen by 6abc as one of the best and brightest high school seniors in the Delaware Valley and will be featured in a televised special titled Best of the Class 2007.

According to the 6abc website, "The event is considered a rite of passage for select graduating seniors, and a 25-year tradition for 6abc. It’s a time when the spotlight is place on teenagers who are academic and civic leaders."

Matt O’Donnell and Tamela Edwards host the hour-long special, which will air on Monday, May 19 at 7 p.m. on 6abc.

Schappert will graduate from VFMA on June 2 and has plans to attend the United States Naval Academy. We wish him the best of luck.

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Cadet DiBiasie to Attend the USNA

Congratulations to VFMC Cadet Alaina DiBiasie who has recently been approved for her United States Naval Academy appointment. We are very proud of Alaina as she is our first female cadet in the program.

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New VFMA&C March Named "Centurion"

VFMA&C held an employee contest to name a new march that was composed by Bandmaster WO2 Phil Evans, RM (Ret). The winner of the "Name the Valley Forge March" contest is CPT Chris Vaughn ’99! The new Valley Forge march will be named "Centurion". The title honors a focal point of our community life; The Alumni Memorial Chapel of St. Cornelius the Centurion.

The march was composed for the school over Easter break by WO2 Evans. WO2 Evans knew the school didn’t have a march so he put pen to paper and came up with a few ideas. His piece honors both the American and English VFMA&C heritage in the three main tunes and two different time feels. Centurion is approximately 3 minutes 30 seconds in duration.

WO2 Evans says, "I feel the title is very fitting to the march and I am very proud to have it as the Regimental March of Valley Forge."

Centurion had its debut at the Spring Concert on Friday, May 11.

Please congratulate WO2 Phil Evans on his hard work for VF and Chris Vaughn ’99 for his naming of the march!

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Road Closure Announcement

Eagle Road, between King of Prussia Road and Radnor Street Road, has been under construction since March 19 in order to install a new water main and will remain so until July 2007. Work hours will be from 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Most of the construction is complete however, from King of Prussia Road to Radnor Street Road, there is still some construction.

To avoid that just go through the town of Wayne following Route 30 west and turn right on North Wayne Avenue. Go through 2 traffic lights. At the 3rd traffic light make a right on Eagle Road. Radnor Street Road is at the first traffic light. Turn left for the General Parking Lot, or continue straight on Eagle Road to Gates E2, E3, E4 and E5 to Kuncl Lot for Cadet Drop Off and Pick Up.

You may still access the VFMA&C campus from Upper Gulph Road to Radnor Street Road; construction will not affect this area.

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Re-Enroll Now

It is not too late to re-enroll your cadet. Just click on http://www.vfmac.edu/pdf/Pre_resgistration_application_07-08.pdf to download the PDF version of our re-enrollment form or call 610-989-1300.

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS

The American Cancer Society's 7th Annual Relay For Life®

Valley Forge Military Academy & College will be the venue for RELAY FOR LIFE of MAIN LINE on May 18-19 from 12 PM - 12 PM (a 24-hour event). Admission is free. We invite you to join in the fight against cancer. Relay For Life® is a fun-filled overnight event designed to bring together those who have been touched by cancer in your community. At the event, we celebrate survivorship and raise money to help the American Cancer Society in its mission to save lives, help those who have been touched by cancer, and empower individuals to fight back. For more information visit www.acsevents.org/relay/pa/mainline.

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Graduation Dates

Middle School Commencement Ceremony - Saturday, June 2 at 9 AM
Upper School Graduation - Saturday, June 2 at 11 AM

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1st Annual Major Jeffrey P. Toczylowski Memorial Scholarship Fund Golf Outing

A golf outing to raise money for the Major Jeffrey P. Toczlowski Scholarship Fund will take place on Saturday, June 16 at 10 a.m. All funds raised will go directly to the scholarship fund to support a cadet who will attend Valley Forge Military College. The cost per person is $60 and the outing will take place at the Five Ponds Golf Course at 1225 West Street Road, Warminster, PA. The event will be followed by a Beef and Beer from 5 to 9 p.m. at the home of one of Major Toczylowski’s friends. The cost per person for the Beef and Beer is $25 and it is at 212 Hampton Drive, Hatboro, PA 19040.

They are in search of hole sponsorships or anyone who would be interested in donating giveaway prizes. For more details please contact Jim Meakim at 215-869-1066. Please RSVP to Tom Schneider at 610-633-2351 no later than June 3.

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Career Day

Are you interested in sharing your career expertise with our cadets? Each year the Alumni Association sponsors Career Day on the Forge campus where alumni are invited to speak to the cadets about their field of work. This year it will be held on November 13, 2007. Please contact Mrs. Ginny Frantz in the Alumni Office at 610-989-1577 or gfrantz@vfmac.edu to volunteer.

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What Difference Can One Summer Make?

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The Forge Fund

The Forge Fund is vitally important to providing much needed support to our most important assets - our cadets! Your generous support will assure that Valley Forge Military Academy & College remains the finest institution of its kind in the world. To make a gift, go to our secure online site at https://secure.igi.net/OnlineGiving/VFMAC/. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to contact Director of Revenue Enhancement, Mr. Barry Griffiths, at 610-989-1327 or bgriffiths@vfmac.edu.

At VFMA&C - Every Gift Counts!

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Alumni in the Middle East

We would like to recognize the following alumni who have served, or are serving in the Middle East:

Lcpl. Brian Youssef ’03, USMC - is on his second tour in Iraq. He won the Purple Heart on his last tour from injuries sustained in an I.E.D. explosion. He plans to finish his tour and return back to VFMC to complete his education. Lcpl. Youssef’s younger brother Mark will be a VFMA senior.

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Test Your Knowledge

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Spread the Word
To add your name to the electronic mailing list, please contact Lara Cressman at 610-989-1344 or lcressman@vfmac.edu with your full name, class year (if applicable) and e-mail address.

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ADDITIONAL LINKS

• Website
• Photo Scrapbook
• Newsletter Archives
• Calendar of Events
• Questions/Comments email questions@vfmac.edu

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