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“ Real leaders know the difference between being loved and being respected and earn the latter first and foremost.”

– Dr. James H. Benson, Col, USMC (Ret)

SOAR to Success at Riverside Military Academy

July 7 - August 2, 2013 Riverside Military Academy’s four-week Summer Opportunity and Academic Review, nicknamed SOAR, is designed to help boys in grades 7-11 prepare for the upcoming school year and strengthen their academic skills. SOAR is open to students who attend Riverside during the regular school year as well as students from other schools.

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Studies First...

And Then the Adventure!

We provide the opportunity for each student to reach his maximum potential in all academic areas by creating a positive learning environment. Young men who are eager to learn will gain valuable skills necessary to excel in college or to improve in a specific subject.

Because Riverside believes that there is a strong connection between physical and mental development, extra-curricular activities, field trips and activities play an important role in SOAR.

Summer cadets may choose from challenging elective courses or repeat courses as needed for credit. Class sizes are small for more individualized teacher attention and allow more active involvement in the learning process.

As a summer cadet, you will be encouraged to expand your learning to reach your full potential. A supervised evening study hall – with access to your teachers – provides a structured study environment. Cadets must attend the full four-week session to earn academic credit.

Our summer recreational program takes full advantage of our campus athletic facilities and our proximity to Lake Lanier and area attractions. Summer cadets have the opportunity to learn basic marksmanship and rappelling and to experience rock climbing, airsoft competitions, swimming and more.

Call the Riverside admissions office to learn more about the 2013 SOAR program.You may also visit our website to apply online.

www.riversidemilitary.com 1.800.462.2338

Grades 7 – 8 These classes are offered to students coming from 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.

They will meet for one half day each for 4 weeks. They are designed to strengthen essential skills for academic success.

• English Fundamentals • Math Fundamentals These elective classes provide a variety of enrichment experiences, and each of them meets for one half day for 2 weeks.

• Art • Creative Writing • Computer Science • U.S Military History Select one: Option A: English and Math Fundamentals Option B: One of the Fundamentals classes and two electives Option C: All four electives Grades 9 – 12 Each of these classes meets for a full day for 4 weeks and earns one full credit toward graduation. Only one of these courses can be taken in SOAR.

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Choose from these challenging courses:

Select one: • Biology • Chemistry • English: Studies in Literature and Composition • English for Speakers of Other Languages • Algebra I • Math II • Math III • Spanish I • U.S. History • World History Each of these classes meets for a full day for 2 weeks and earns one half credit. Two of these courses can be taken in SOAR. Select two: • Art • Computer Science • Economics • Government • SAT Preparation Reveille I WINTER 2013

In this issue: Letter from Riverside’s President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Riverside Library Enjoys the Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 RMA International Recruiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Raider Team Ends Season with Numerous Trophies . . . . . . . . . . 5 ESL Cadets Enjoy Country Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 RMA fosters STEM Initiative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Cadet Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Cadets Doing Great Things . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Employee Recognition Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 RMA Band Kudos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Letter from the Commandant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 RMA Corps Wins 4th President’s Trophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Cross Country Runners Earn 8-AA Region Championship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Military Ball Planned for March . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 German Class Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 U.S. Army Musical Ambassadors to Perform at RMA . . . . . . . 19 Advancement: 2012 Homecoming Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-25 Letter from RMA’s Vice President of Advancement . . . . . . . . . 26 Cadet Scholarships and Endowments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Cadet Leaders: Where are they Now? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 New Names are coming to Riverside Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 New President’s Quarters being built on campus . . . . . . . . 30-31 Letter from Riverside’s Alumni Council Chairman Bud Oakey, ’75 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 RMA Founder’s Day planned for April 26-27, 2013 . . . . . . . . . 33 RMA Alumnus Honored in Washington, D.C. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 River Rats Unite through socials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Georgia GOAL Scholarship Program Continues . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Changes to RMA Board of Trustees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Alumni Class Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40 The cover photo was taken by Lifetouch Photography at the RMA 2012 Homecoming football game when the players wore “throw back” Blue Devil jerseys. The jerseys were purchased especially for the game by alumni, who were the Riverside Blue Devils between 1974 and 2002. Photo features C/1LT Adrian Humphrey as he broke free for a 30 yard gain to help the Eagles secure a Homecoming victory.

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February 1, 2013 Dear Alumni, Parents, and Friends of the Academy, A couple of years ago I wrote to you that, “My implacable intent and purpose is not to merely administer the Academy but to advance it to a position it has never realized before.” That goal has not changed, and I am more convinced than ever that Riverside is on track to be nothing less than the gold standard for military college preparatory school education. As we seek balanced excellence across the spectrum of our operations, I see marked and documented improvement in academics, athletics, residence life, counseling, cadet discipline, and Corps of Cadet leadership. As an indicator, the Corps of Cadets was awarded the President’s Cup for the best overall marching unit at the 2012 Atlanta Veterans Day Parade for the fourth consecutive year. The Fusiliers led the column of eight companies as the Advanced Guard. The Band was placed in the middle of the Companies to provide the drum beat that kept every cadet in step. Yes, they were not just good; they were superior, made us proud, and left observers in awe.

Homecoming and parents weekend was a major success – not just in attendance but in the number and quality of activities.

Arthur “Bubba” Boisfontane ’87, was named the Young Alumnus of the Year, and Abraham “Abe” Mitchell, ’52 was named Distinguished Alumnus of the Year. Many thanks to Bud Oakey, ’75, Chairman, RMA Alumni Council for all he did in making this Homecoming a special event.

In December of 2012, Abe Mitchell generously pledged $500,000 to Riverside Military Academy, which is the largest gift in the history of the Academy. The first deposit of $250,000 will be placed in escrow and released to the Academy when we raise a matching $250,000 above the previously established goal of $1,000,000 in 2012/13, $1,200,000 in 2013/14, or $1,200,000 in 2014/15. Upon achievement of one of the goals, the gift and interest will be released from escrow to the Academy, another $250,000 will be deposited, and the same process will begin once more. Mr. Mitchell’s pledge is a matching gift offered as an incentive to other alumni, parents, and friends of the Academy to give generously. This pledge has created much excitement and subsequent thought as to how we can use it to enhance our fundraising efforts.

To the Alumni who might have doubts, Riverside is back to the traditional military model of preparatory school education.

We are producing disciplined, ethical young leaders who possess the confidence, polish, esprit, and commitment to step up and lead in a free republic such as ours. They will fill your shoes well.

For the Corps,

Dr. James H. Benson Colonel, USMC (Ret) “By themselves, character and integrity do not accomplish anything, but their absence faults everything else.”

Peter Drucker

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Riverside Library Enjoys the Spotlight

By Julie A. Smith, Multimedia Manager

The Riverside Library has been very busy hosting two traveling exhibits, establishing a new Library Forum and being selected as a featured library in the Georgia Library Spotlight during fall semester.

The RMA Library hosted two WWII exhibits on loan from the Kennesaw State University History Museum during the months of September and October. The exhibits consisted of 10 free-standing 7' x 4' fabric panels depicting photos and information on each topic.

The first exhibit, entitled The Tuskegee Airmen:The Segregated Skies of World War II, explores the heroism of the first African American combat pilots who flew during WWII. The second exhibit, Beyond Rosie: Women in World War II, focuses on the contributions of women and the changes that occurred in the everyday social, cultural, and economic realities of life in the U.S. during WWII.Visit www.kennesaw.edu/historymuseum/travelingexhibits.shtml for more information on these exhibits.

“Riverside Library was proud to host two separate traveling exhibits on loan from the Kennesaw State University History Museum,” says Janie Halliley, RMA Librarian.

Halliley has also brought together a group of cadets to form a new club called the Library Forum.

The Forum is a consortium of students who enjoy reading, discussing, and thinking about different types of library media and library management. They provide fun reviews of books, blogs, web sites and virtual tours for the student body of RMA. Forum members use community service hours to assist in the maintenance of the Riverside Library collection, and the cadets also manage the library’s book sale to supply funds for Forum activities.

The Riverside Library has gained recent attention around the State of Georgia with its selection as a featured library in the Georgia Library Spotlight for the months of December 2012 and January 2013.

“It is such a tribute to Riverside Military Academy to have theLibrary represented by the Georgia Library Association,” states Halliley.

The Riverside Library was chosen to be highlighted by the Georgia Library Association (GLA) in its monthly Library Spotlight on both the GLA web site and the GLA Blog (http://glanews. blogspot.com/2012/12/riverside-military-academy-inspotlight.html). The Georgia Library Quarterly Magazine will also include an article featuring the Riverside Library in the next issue, which will be permanently archived on the GLQ web site.

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“ It is such a tribute to Riverside Military Academy to have the Library represented by the Georgia Library Association.”

– J anie Halliley

RMA Librarian

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Riverside Admissions Counselors Travel Abroad for International Recruiting

By Kayla Cox, Assistant Director of Admissions and Financial Aid Coordinator

The Riverside Admissions office has been hard at work!

Dean for Admissions Rich Moore visits with other schools admissions representatives in Panama during his September recruiting trip to South America.

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In September, our new dean of admissions and financial aid, Rich Moore, took a trip that included visits to both Latin America and South America. He visited Mexico, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Equador, and Brazil. The cities he visited in each country were Mexico City, Panama City, Bogota, Caracas, Guayaquill, and Sao Paulo.

Not only did Moore meet with prospective students and families, agents, and international schools, but he also met with many alumni from Riverside. The alumni were proud of RMA and attributed their success later in life to the fundamentals they were taught while attending Riverside!

These wonderful stories spur enthusiasm for our alumni to share their alma mater with prospective families so others may experience similar opportunities. The admissions office enjoys cultivating these relationships because alumni are an integral part of Riverside’s current and future success.

Further, during the month of November, international admissions counselor Kayla Cox traveled to South East Asia to recruit students from Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam. She visited the cities of Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Hanoi, and Ho Chi Minh City.

Eager to share the news about RMA, Cox visited international schools, agents, and perspective students in each city, and she met with families of past students whenever possible. Each of these meetings was imperative to building a brand in these countries for students to not only hear about RMA, but to get excited about the opportunities our Academy can offer them.

Almost everyone Cox met was fascinated by the unique Riverside culture. The structure of our program was vastly embraced and the uniforms were admired. This trip is already showing success through applications received as well as inquiry contacts.

Trips such as these help us enrich the RMA culture and provide the highly important diversity in our Corps of Cadets.

This culture and diversity is not something that students can be a part of at just any school and further sets RMA apart as leading from the front!

Current RMA Parents: Your $1,000 Riverside Tuition Credit Is Waiting…

“My son just isn’t doing well academically… he’s bright, but lazy… he needs a more structured setting… he could use more discipline... the public school system just isn’t working for him… we need another option…”

Heard a friend, relative, neighbor or co-worker make comments like these lately?

When you do, share Riverside with them. Through Riverside’s TREE* program, you’ll earn $1000 tuition credit for every new fall and $500 for every new springenrolling Riverside cadet that you refer.

Chances are, your son was once in the same boat as many of their boys, and you’ve no doubt seen the changes in him. And 4

that makes you the best person to share the experience with those you care about – and you’ll benefit handsomely when you do.

Already Have a Few Names?

If you’ve already had a few “Riverside conversations,” and are comfortable sharing the names, contact the Riverside admissions office at 800.462.2338 or admissions@riversidemilitary.com, and we’ll take it from there.

For more info on the TREE* program, visit www.riversidemilitary.com, log in and then click Parents.

Tuition Reimbursement through Enhanced Enrollment

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Raider Team Ends Season with Numerous Trophies

By Julie A. Smith, Multimedia Manager

The Riverside Raider team, coached by 1SG Andy Williams and Asst. Coach Sgt. Maj. Jorge Sosa, continues to gain popularity each year. Members of this elite group dedicate themselves to performing as a team while each individual strives for optimum physical shape to conquer events such as grueling obstacle courses, 5K runs, and PT tests.

Our Raiders took 1st Place – Conditioning Course (eight obstacles over a ½ mile course) at the RMA Invitational held on campus in September.

In October, our team dominated at the Spaulding County High School Invitational when they brought home five trophies and a gold medal. Riverside earned 1st Overall in the male team division; 1st Place – Cross Country Litter Carry; two 3rd Place trophies – Physical Fitness Test; and 4th Place – Humvee Pull.

Out of 660 male cadets competing in the Physical Fitness Test (two minutes of push-ups, two minutes of sit-ups and a two mile Reveille I WINTER 2013

run), Riverside’s C/SSG Alexei Joya took top honors when he received the 1st Place medal for this event.

Riverside’s Raider team solidified a spot as the #2 seed out of 70 teams going into the State Raider Meet in Winder, GA later that month. At the State Meet, they took 1st Place – Map Reading; 3rd Place – One Rope Bridge; 3rd Place – Cross Country Litter Carry; 4th Place – Push-ups/Sit-ups; and 3rd Overall. This Out of 660 male cadets qualified the team to compete in the competing in the Raiders National Raider Meet in Molena, GA.

During November 3-4, our Raiders Physical Fitness test, Riverside’s C/SSG competed in the National Raider Meet Alexei Joya took top against 71 of the best JROTC schools honors when he received from across the nation. They earned the 1st Place medal.

3rd Place – the Gauntlet (1.5 mile obstacle course wearing 35 lb. rucksacks and finishing with a steep rope climb to the top of a gorge); 6th Place – Cross Country Litter Carry; 11th Place – One Rope Bridge; 13th Place – Physical Team Test; and 13th Place – 5K Run. Riverside’s team finished this national competition as one of the top 10 teams in the U.S. with 7th Place Overall.

Congratulations to our RMA Raider team on a great season!

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ESL Cadets Experience Country Life

By Lara W. Moore, ESL Teacher

While sifting around for chicken eggs, I saw their guards go down.

By the time my ESL (English as a Second Language) students found themselves cupping fuzzy, yellow chicks in their hands, one by one, their grins began to spread. It was our first time visiting Lieutenant Colonel Kevin Jarrard’s 90-acre farm in Hall County. Upon our arrival, a sign emerged at the entrance of his gravel driveway that said “Eggs for sale.”

‘Yes,’ I thought. ‘This is what we came for.’ I was not seeking the eggs, per se, but the entire country experience: dirt under our fingernails, the cold autumn air, a billowing fire, and, if we were lucky, biscuits. I wanted to make sure they tried real biscuits while I was their teacher, lest I fail at my job.

Prior to this field trip, I began a unit with my students titled “City Life or Country Life.” I quickly realized the challenge I would face while attempting to explain a hayride to my curious audience. The international cadets – about 95 strong – come from far and wide, but for the most part, they come from big cities such as Shanghai, Beijing and Hong Kong. In an effort to help me teach such a unit, the commandant graciously agreed to open his farm to us. The purpose of the field trip was two-fold: an instructional and a cultural experience.

With the Commandant as their guide, the ESL students did anything and everything on the farm including roving the fields and woods; tasting their first persimmons; rounding up and feeding the herd of Angus cattle; peering into the beehives; identifying herbs; and even learning to chop wood with an ax. The last part, I thought, was their favorite – until dinner arrived. Mrs. Jarrard, along with the Commandant’s mother, prepared an old-fashioned southern-style breakfast, including eggs that the cadets had previously found. The word ‘cinnamon roll’ was quickly added to the cadets’ vocabulary as they devoured roll after roll.

At dinner, I contemplated how very meticulously the commandant’s family rolled out the evening of events and how very candid they were with their lives, all in an effort to promote culture and goodwill among international cadets. I looked around the table at 13 smiling, stuffed, exhausted cadets and thought, “If they remember one thing this year, I hope it’s this.”

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“ STEM education offers students one of the best opportunities to make sense of the world holistically, rather than in bits and pieces.”

– Janice Morrison 2006 TIES STEM education monogram series

Riverside Military Academy Fosters

STEM Initiative

By LTC James A. Hendricks, U.S. Army (Ret), Mr. Robert D. Hunter, and Mr. Brian Jock

During fall semester 2011, Riverside Military Academy implemented a Junior Engineering Technical Society (JETS) Club due to a growing interest in the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). Since that time, two more related organizations have been added at Riverside: Science National Honor Society (SNHS) and Robotics Club.

According to the Teaching Institute for Excellence (TIES) in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), Judith A. Ramaley, a former director of the National Science Foundation’s education and human resources division was credited by many educators with branding the term “STEM” in the educational curriculum in 2001. It was swiftly adopted by numerous institutions of higher education and the scientific communities as an important focus for education policy and development.

STEM education has often been called a meta-discipline, the “creation of a discipline based on the integration of other disciplinary knowledge into a new ‘whole’.” In the 2006 TIES STEM education monogram series, Janice Morrison wrote, “STEM education offers students one of the best opportunities to make sense of the world holistically, rather than in bits and pieces. STEM education removes the traditional barriers erected between the four disciplines, by integrating them into one cohesive teaching and learning paradigm.”

Rising Above the Gathering Storm: Energizing and Employing America for a Brighter Future (National Academies Press, 2005) alludes to how our nation became more aware and began to address the mounting concern of having enough scientists, engineers, and mathematicians to keep the U.S. in the forefront of research, innovation and technology.

In keeping with the national and local movement to enhance and promote STEM educational learning activities, Riverside’s initiative has three distinct organizations that encourage interest and learning in support of STEM: 1) Junior Engineering Technical Society - Technology Student Association (JETS-TSA) Club; 2) Science National Honor Society (SNHS); and 3) Robotics Club.

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HON National Honor Society Inducts New Members

Membership in the National Honor Society is earned by the effective demonstration of the four qualities held in high esteem by the Society, which are: scholarship, service, leadership, and character.

The candidates pledge themselves to uphold the high purposes of the National Honor Society, to be true to the principles for which it stands and to be loyal to our school.

Scholarship: Students with a cumulative grade point average of 85 percent, B, 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or equivalent standard of excellence, or a higher cumulative average set by the local school’s Faculty Council, meet the scholarship requirement for membership. These students are then eligible for consideration on the basis of service, leadership, and character.

Service: This quality is defined through the voluntary contributions made by a student to the school or community, done without compensation, and with a positive, courteous, and enthusiastic spirit.

Leadership: Student leaders are those who are resourceful, good problem solvers, promoters of school activities, idea-contributors, dependable, and persons who exemplify positive attitudes about life.

Character: The student of good character upholds principles of morality and ethics, is cooperative, demonstrates high standards of honesty and reliability, and shows courtesy, concern, and respect for others.

Honor Council Representatives Selected for 2012-13

“A cadet will not lie, cheat, or steal, nor tolerate those who do.”

– RMA Honor Code All cadets at Riverside Military Academy must adhere to the RMA Honor Code. Riverside has established this Honor Code in order to create an atmosphere of trust. The goal is to have an honorable community of trustworthy people. Cadets assume the responsibility of teaching the Honor Code to each other, living by it and enforcing it.

Honor Council duties include educating the Corps, trying cases and recommending punishment. Cadet Honor Council members include representatives from grades 9-12. The Honor Review Committee consists of the Commandant, the Academic Dean and the Faculty Adviser.

When a cadet is accused of an honor violation the Honor Council may be asked to investigate the allegation by interviewing the accused and any witnesses. Following careful deliberation, if the Council concludes a violation has occurred, a full report must be prepared with the inclusion of their recommendations for corrective discipline.

The Constitution of the Honor System may be viewed on the RMA website under the “Academics” section.

Members of the 2012-13 National Honor Society. Faculty advisors are Col. Robert Cagle, USMCR and Ms. Marleen Springston.

(l-r) C/SGT Patrick Sheffield, C/1SG Harrison Summerour, C/2LT Sebastian Ogando, C/MAJ Alec Navin, C/SSG Benjamin Jobson, C/SFC Tucker Pearson and C/MAJ Eric Chow.

Congratulations to the new inductees selected during the fall semester:

Honor Council Members 2012-13:

10th Grade C/SGT Samuel Manzo C/SGT Toan Vuong C/SSG Alexei Joya

Faculty Advisors: Mr. Britt Daniel, Assistant Academic Dean

11th Grade C/SFC DoYeun Kim C/SSG JinSoo Lee C/SFC Bailey Hitt C/1SG Pearce Sauls C/SSG Michael Ferri 8

C/SGT Benjamin Park 12th Grade C/2SG Zhongkun Jin C/2LT Taylor Calderon C/2LT Sebastian Ogando C/SSG Collin Bishop C/SGT Noah Kennedy C/2LT Dmitry Azarenko C/2LT Da Ha C/SGT Liam Joffee

Mrs. Marleen Springston, English Teacher Chairman: C/MAJ Alec Navin

Representatives: C/MAJ Eric Chow C/SSG Benjamin Jobson C/2LT Sebastian Ogando C/SFC Tucker Pearson C/SGT Patrick Sheffield C/1SG Harrison Summerour

NORS Horton Society Taps New Members Science National Honor Society The Horton Society, one of Riverside’s oldest and most prestigious organizations, was named in honor of Colonel O.R. Horton, who served Riverside from 1919-1939. The Society embraces school spirit and seeks to emulate the highest ideals of integrity and selfless service. Its cadets serve as student ambassadors, both on campus and in the community. Following a minimum of one year at Riverside, cadets can apply for membership. Applications are reviewed by faculty and staff and current society members have the final vote.

Riverside Military Academy would like to congratulate these new inductees on their selection to the Horton Society.

New members (inducted last fall): C/CPT Andre Bastian C/SFC Li Ren C/SGT Zhongkun Jin C/1SG Pearce Sauls C/MSG DeokHyeon Kim C/SGT Patrick Sheffield C/SFC Do Yeun Kim C/CPT Michael Sims C/CPT Nico Pitchon C/SFC Sae Hyun Son

Returning members: C/MAJ Gage Bolden C/MAJ Eric Chow C/SSG Benjamin Jobson C/SSG Alexei Joya C/CPT Tae Woo Kim C/1LT Jun Ho Lee

The Science National Honor Society’s (SNHS) goal is to engender a new group of young thinkers who will be the future of industry, research, and scientific exploration for America. The society encourages and recognizes scientific and intellectual thought, advances student knowledge of classical and modern science, communicates with the scientific community, and aids the civic community with its comprehension of science. SNHS also encourages students to participate in community service, and in turn, encourages a dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge that benefits all humankind.

Congratulations to the founding RMA inductees who received membership into the Science National Honor Society this past fall when we received our charter.

C/MAJ Alec Navin C/CPT Reid Schwartz C/1SG Harrison Summerour C/1LT Jake Weiner C/LTC Max Weiner C/1LT Cameron Wiese President: C/CPT Tae Woo Kim Vice President: C/CPT Reid Schwartz

Members of the 2012-13 Horton Society. Faculty advisor is Mr. Andy Jobson.

Members: C/SGT Michael Gung Jin Bai Park C/SFC Do Yeun Kim C/1LT Cameron Wiese C/PFC Muhan Qiu C/CPL Ben Herman C/SGT Rodrigo Casares C/2LT Conner Schiro C/MSG DeokHyeon Kim

C/SSG Hoon Jeong C/SFC Li Ren C/2LT Da Ha C/SSG Alexei Joya C/2LT Taylor Calderon C/SSG Tao Wang C/SSG Sean Yoon C/CPT Michael Sims C/CPL Eli Prussack C/SSG Jin Soo Lee Faculty Advisors: LTC James Hendricks Mr. Robert Hunter Mr. Brian Jock.

Officers: President: C/1LT Jake Weiner Vice President: C/SSG Benjamin Jobson Secretary: C/CPT Reid Schwartz

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Cadets. . . Doing C/SSG Van Luven Completes Mission Work in Costa Rica C/SSG Ross Van Luven, a resident of Lakeside, Montana, devoted his 2012 summer to living with, learning from, and working with the people of Costa Rica.

He resided with the Zuñiga family in their home in the rural area of Perez Zeledon, specifically the community of Santa Marta, where only 152 people live. Daily life was spent completing community construction projects, short trips around the area and learning Spanish and valuable cultural differences and traditions. Also during his time in Costa Rica, he spent three weeks constructing and rebuilding trails in Costa Rican National parks Rio Macho,Volcán Tenorio, and Carara. Cadet Van Luven was given this privilege through the organization Amigos de las Américas®. Van Luven states, “I am very thankful to my family members that helped make this experience possible, especially my dad.”

Cadet Meets with His Senator C/1LT John Mark MacFarlane had the opportunity to meet with his Massachusetts Senator Mr. Scott Brown this summer to deliver copies of Reveille and tell him more about cadet life at Riverside.

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Eagle Scout Awarded to C/2LT Nettles Congratulations to C/2LT John Nettles who was recently awarded the rank of Eagle Scout. Cadet Nettles started his Scouting career in first grade when he joined Pack 26 in Selma, AL. He enjoyed all the Cub Scout activities including the Father-Son Cake Bakes, Pinewood Derbies, community service days, Cub Scout camping trips to Camp Tukabatchee and the regular weekly pack meetings.

After bridging up to Boy Scouts in 6th grade to Troop 26, he completed 4 summer camps at Camp Tukabatchee. He was inducted into the Order of the Arrow in 10th grade and in the fall of his 11th grade year was elected as OA Cahaba Chapter Chief. In the summer of 2011 he enjoyed two weeks of camping and hiking at the Philmont Scout Reservation in Cimmaron, New Mexico during which he served as the Crew Leader. Cadet Nettles is hoping to attend West Point next fall.

Cooking BBQ for the Troops Over the Christmas break C/PFC Michael Schouest worked with neighbor Mr. Nichols to volunteer with the USO to prepare BBQ pork for troops passing through Atlanta.

C/PFC Ferguson Attends Swearing-in Ceremony C/PFC Derek Ferguson attended the graduation of his cousin, Ryan Craig, from the US Army Warrant Officer Candidate School at Fort Rucker, AL. It’s a timehonored tradition to present a brand new silver dollar to the first enlisted soldier who salutes a newly-appointed officer.

WO1 Craig received his first salute and presented a silver dollar to cadet Ferguson at the ceremony. WO1 Craig will start the flight training program at Fort Rucker to become a US Army helicopter pilot.

C/SGT Manzo Becomes 3rd Generation Pilot Congratulations to C/SGT Sam Manzo who successfully completed a solo flight in a restored Stearman biplane to earn his student pilot certificate. He follows in the footsteps of his father and grandfather who was his instructor and began teaching Sam when he was 13 years old. “The Stearman was used by the (U.S.) Army Air Corps and the Navy during the second World War as a primary trainer. It was built to be difficult to fly,” Manzo said. His grandfather Mr. Tony Manzo said “I trained Sam on the Stearman because if he could master that, he could fly anything.”

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Volunteering in the Community Riverside cadets along with Ms. Amy Booth, Director of Parent Programs & Cadet Activities, assisted with the set-up of a fundraiser benefiting Challenged Child and the Humane Society of Hall County in October. Our cadets unloaded and distributed 2,500 pumpkins for the event!

The following cadets participated: C/PFC Edward Afful, C/SGT Hunter Albertson, C/PVT Gabriel Cohn, C/1SG Jacob Deem, C/CPL Eric Jinhong, C/SGT Joshua Kreitzer, C/PVT Peniel Okonkwo, and C/SGT Joshua Tucker.

C/CPT Schwartz Receives Presidential Volunteer’s Service Award C/CPT Reid Schwartz received the Silver Level Presidential Volunteer’s Service Award this past fall. The President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation (the Council) was established in 2003 to recognize the valuable contributions volunteers are making in our communities and encourage more people to serve.

Cadets must complete 175-249 volunteer hours to receive the award. Reid participated in serving the charities Books for Africa and Metro Atlanta’s United Way’s Shoebox project.

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C/SGT Story Attends Leadership Summitt RMA freshman C/SGT Prince James Story, was selected to attend the “Preventative Care: Healthcare for the Future” session of the 2013 Presidential Inaugural Leadership Summit in Washington, D.C. He was nominated by his honors English teacher, Dr. David Bailey. General Colin Powell, USA (Ret) was the keynote speaker for the conference (see group photo).

C/SGT Story was present for the swearing in of President Barack Obama at the Presidential Inauguration ceremony on the National Mall January 21, 2013.

Cadets to Represent RMA at All-State Orchestra Riverside is proud to have not one but two cadets who have been selected to participate in this year’s Georgia Music Educators Association All-State Orchestra. The All-State C/SFC DoYeun Kim Band and Orchestras consist of the best high school musicians in the state of Georgia.

C/SFC DoYeun Kim was placed as 3rd chair oboe in the 11-12th grade AllState Orchestra. He was the first Riverside band member to make all-state last year and we are excited that he gets to represent Riverside again this year.

C/SSG Benjamin Jobson was placed as the principal second (first chair of the second violins). While lots of people joke about playing “second fiddle,” principal second C/SSG Benjamin is awarded to the 5th Jobson highest score overall for all juniors and seniors statewide. These cadets will perform in concert in Savannah, GA in March.

RMA Players Named to 2012 East-West Senior All-Star Game Held in December each year, the Senior All-Star Bowl is an all-day event that showcases senior high school football talent. The all-star game, and the festivities that accompany it, gives players a chance to make an impression on college coaches and scouts.

C/1LT Adrian Humphrey (below left) and C/1LT Montana Ogbu (below right) were selected to participate in the 2012 East-West Senior All-Star Bowl held at the Georgia Dome on December 22nd.

Humphrey played in the defensive secondary and saw considerable reps at cornerback. Montana saw most of his action on special teams and outside linebacker.

Adrian had 2 tackles and Montana had one tackle and a caused fumble. This game featured some of the top talent from Metro Atlanta and its surrounding counties.

Riverside’s Coach Kelly Davis (below center) was selected to coach the Defensive Line for the All-Star team.

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2012 Employee Appreciation Awards JROTC instructor at Riverside for eight years. Anne has been teaching English at Riverside for one year.

Support Person of the Year The Support Person of the Year, Mrs. Amy E. Booth, was unanimously selected by Riverside’s Executive Staff as the individual who has provided unending support and dedication to the Academy’s mission, staff, faculty and cadets. Amy has continuously shown dependability, initiative, and dedication to Riverside throughout her 11 years of service. She currently serves as the director of the Parent Programs & Cadet Activities office.

The following employees were honored for their extraordinary efforts in the development or support in the development of Riverside cadets. Their genuine concern for Riverside cadets and the dedication shown by each employee on a daily basis warrants this special recognition.

President’s Outstanding Service Award There is a tradition of excellence at RMA, as shown by the numerous accolades and achievements of the faculty, staff and cadets.

Within the administration, two employees have demonstrated long years of dedicated service and genuine caring for the education and well-being of our cadets.

President James H. Benson has selected Mrs. Patricia Hennington and Mrs. Brenda S. Palmer as the recipients of the President’s Outstanding Service Award for their exemplary dedication and service to the Riverside mission. Patricia has worked at Riverside for 18 years, and she is the administrative assistant for the academic department. Brenda has worked at Riverside for 17 years and serves as the administrative assistant to the commandant.

Teachers of the Year The Teachers of the Year were selected by the Riverside cadets and the Academic Council for their exemplary service to our cadets. The Teachers of the Year are JROTC instructor 1SG James A. Williams and English teacher Mrs. Anne Sanders. James has served as a

TAC Officer of the Year The TAC (Teacher/Adviser/Counselor) Officer of the Year award is new to Riverside this year. The cadets cast their votes during Homecoming week, and Captain Lee M. Cleaves, Jr. was chosen to receive this special award. Lee has worked at Riverside for nine years.

Pictured l-r: Ms. Patricia Hennington, Ms. Amy Booth, Col. Jim Benson, Ms. Brenda Palmer, Ms. Anne Sanders, and 1SG JamesWilliams.

Not pictured is CPT Lee Cleaves.

Best Friends Reunite at Riverside!

C/1LT Cameron Weise and C/SGT Noah Kennedy were best friends in 3rd grade when they lived in Pittsburgh, PA. Cameron’s father, Clark Weise, had a job that required his family to move several times in Cameron’s childhood. However, the boys and their families stayed in touch over the years.

In 2007, Noah came to visit Cameron when he lived in Custer, WA and they ventured to Whistler, B.C. for a fun weekend. Over the next four years the boys eventually grew apart because of the distance.

In the fall of 2011 Cameron was in his second year at Riverside when he recognized a familiar face in the group of new cadets. It was cadet Kennedy, the childhood buddy he had spent so much time with. Today, they are poised to graduate in May with a Riverside education.

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Childhood friends Cadets Weise and Kennedy (left) are pictured with RMA alumnus Nick Tsangarides, ’11 during the 2012 homecoming activities (above).

RMA Band Members Receive

Accolades Hall County Honor Band Riverside hosted the 2nd Annual Hall County Honor Band November 12-13, 2012. The Hall County Honor Band consists of student representatives from each high school band program in the county. Students are selected based on accomplishments, ability level and skill. Those students were then selected by a committee of directors, and 11 RMA cadets were chosen to perform in this ensemble! Over 120 high school students rehearsed in the SBC Auditorium for two days before performing a public concert.

The following cadets were selected for the 2012 Hall County Honor Band: C/SFC DoYeun Kim C/SGT Pedro Vega C/SFC SaeHyun Son C/CPL Russ Bolton C/SSG Lexx Joya C/2LT Alec Gallagher C/SGT Prince James Story C/SGT Samuel Harris C/SFC Li Ren C/CPT Nicolas Pitchon C/SSG Patrick Ward Kudos to the Band Cadets!

Several of our cadets were involved in the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) District Nine Honor Band and All-State Band Auditions. The auditions consist of several major scales, a prepared étude, and a sight-reading exercise. This year we had a record number of six cadets selected for the District Nine Honor Band.

One cadet scored high enough to go on to the second round of auditions which will determine his placement in the GMEA All-State Band consisting of the best high school musicians in the State of Georgia. Congratulations to the following band cadets for their hard work and accomplishments: C/SFC DoYeun Kim 1st chair oboe, honor band and will proceed to second round auditions C/SFC SaeHyun Son 17th chair clarinet, honor band C/CPL Jae Kim 18th chair clarinet, honor band C/SSG Lexx Joya 14th chair clarinet, clinic band C/SGT Sam Harris 5th chair clarinet, honor band C/PFC Nicholas Melnikov 9th chair trumpet, middle school honor band Reveille I WINTER 2013

Piedmont Wind Ensemble Partnership The Piedmont College Wind Ensemble Partnership, which provides variable grants to local high school band programs participating during the academic year, selected four of Riverside’s top cadet musicians (C/2LT Alec Gallagher - Euphonium; C/SFC DoYeun Kim - Oboe; C/SFC Li Ren - Alto Saxophone; C/SFC SaeHyun Son - Clarinet) along with RMA Band Director Katy Wilson to perform as part of the ensemble in November 2012.

The Piedmont Department of Music made a grant of $50 per student and director to high schools participating in the fall concert season. This great opportunity allowed our cadets to play more advanced music with an upper level ensemble and to perform under a variety of conductors. We hope to participate again during spring semester this year!

Upcoming Events for the RMA Band The RMA Symphonic Winds will be attending Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE) in March. The performance evaluation program sponsored by the Georgia Music Educators Association is an evaluation procedure of musical performance and sight-reading abilities for individual students, performing groups, and teachers. Our cadets will perform three different musical selections for adjudicators and receive a rating based on their performance.

Last year was Riverside’s first time participating in LGPE, and we are very excited to participate again. In preparation for our performance we will hold an LGPE “Concert Camp.” This Symphonic Camp allows our cadets to rehearse and prepare music with guest clinicians and teachers. The LGPE performance will be held the first week of March at Pickens County Performing Arts Center.

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Letter from

The Commandant

February 1, 2013 A new year has dawned and with it looms all the accompanying challenges and opportunities. The holidays provided the staff and faculty some well-deserved rest, and we faced the return of the Corps with renewed enthusiasm and vigor. It has been many years since the Hotel Company guidon has left the Armory, but it is has been dusted off and prepared for the opening of the final empty corner of Alumni Barracks. With enrollment above 430 and several dozen new cadets arriving this month, the Corps will fill not only the barracks, but also Alumni Hall for meals and Maginnis Field for parades.

“ Soldierly virtue, individual and collective discipline, and personal sacrifice – the hallmarks of a Riverside education across the decades – are timeless.”

With the opening of Hotel Company come additional opportunities for promotions, and the cadets have been vying for the new positions.

I think every senior and many of the juniors have presented me their case explaining why they should be the new company commander. It is good to see their excitement. This allows me an opportunity to provide them an honest assessment of their abilities and offer feedback on how they can improve and prepare themselves for positions of increased responsibilities, not just here at the Academy, but also in their future endeavors.

The unending tasks of planning for formative discipline (training) and implementing corrective discipline (sanctions or punishments) continue whether the cadets are present or not. I am looking forward to leading the incoming ROC’s (Recruits on Campus) on a march through the mountains and introducing them to the idea that shared adversity produces character. While corrective disciplinary actions are decidedly more unpleasant for all parties, they are nonetheless a “severe mercy.” The process is always administered with a sense of hopefulness that boys who are by nature not inclined to listen to what we say will listen to what we do. They pay attention to consequences fairly adjudicated and consistently applied.

During these years of economic woes and bitter partisan political wranglings, it is easy to become discouraged or disillusioned. Working with the Corps of Cadets each day and laboring to instill in them the character traits that have made America great gives me courage to face the future. There are fads in education as in most other topics of discussion – various theories wax and wane with time. Soldierly virtue, individual and collective discipline, and personal sacrifice – the hallmarks of a Riverside education across the decades – are timeless.

We will not just do something for the sake of activity. We will stand here and defend the high ground.

For the Corps,

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RMA Corps Awarded

Fourth Consecutive President’s Trophy

By Julie A. Smith, Multimedia Manager

The Riverside Military Academy Corps of Cadets marched through the streets of downtown Atlanta during the 31st Annual Atlanta Veteran’s Day Parade on November 10, 2012.

The long blue line of the RMA Corps of Cadets appeared to go on forever as 430 cadets proceeded to earn the admiration of thousands of parade attendees. The Atlanta Veteran’s Day Parade judges once again awarded the RMA Corps the coveted President’s Trophy for best marching unit. This is Riverside’s fourth consecutive win of this prestigious award.

The Atlanta parade, produced by the Georgia Veterans Day Parade Association of Atlanta, Inc. (GVDPA), is one of the nation’s largest Veteran’s Day events. The parade begins at 11:11 a.m. in remembrance of the ceasefire agreement signed in 1918 to end WWI, or the Great War, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month.

This year’s parade theme, “Welcome Home Iraqi War Veterans,” paid tribute to the official end of Operation Iraqi Freedom. The parade Grand Marshal was actor/producer Tim Abell. He is the host of Outdoor Channel’s Grateful Nation, a show which takes wounded veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan on outdoor adventures around the world while learning about their military service.

Riverside’s outstanding Corps of Cadets always receives numerous accolades for their performance as an impressive parade marching unit, and this year was no exception. There is no doubt these Brothers in Blue will continue to win awards along with the respect of their audiences wherever they go.

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Of all the military bugle calls, none is so easily recognized or more apt to render emotion than Taps.

Parade volunteers of the Georgia Veterans Day Parade honor our great nation and its fallen heroes by starting its annual event with this 150 year old military bugle call.

Fifteen minutes before the 2012 Atlanta parade was scheduled to begin, officials received notice that the person scheduled to play TAPS was going to be unable to make it on time.

Knowing that Riverside Military Academy always brings their band to perform in front of the reviewing stand, officials quickly called on the services of our very talented 8th grade bugler, C/CPL Russell Bolton, to play the historic musical piece to officially launch the start of the parade. With no time to practice or warm up cadet Bolton quickly moved to the head of the parade and performed the 24 note melody perfectly.

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Cross Country Runners Earn 8-AA Region Championship

By Julie A. Smith, Multimedia Manager

During fall semester, Riverside’s Cross Country Eagles were hard at work beating personal records and heading toward the 8-AA Region Championships.

Coach Myers Chosen as Coach of the Year 8-AA Congratulations to RMA teacher and head cross country coach Mr. Jim Myers who was named the 8-AA GHSA Cross Country Coach of the year. Coach Myers has worked for over 7 years at RMA as an astronomy and chemistry teacher and serves as the Science Department Chairman.

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On November 3, 2012, our cross country runners competed in the 8-AA Region Meet in Oglethorpe County where three of our cadets earned spots on the All Region team: C/2LT Taylor Calderon (6th Place) with a time of 18:14, C/PFC Grant Hoffman (3rd Place) with a time of 17:54, and C/1LT Christopher Oster (5th Place) with a time of 18:10. C/SSG Alexei Joya finished 10th and C/SGT Ricardo Rivera Gonzalez finished 21st to give us the winning team score of 45 points. Only six runners are selected for the All Region team, and Riverside proudly took half of the spots.

Our runners entered the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) State Meet as 8-AA Region Champions!

On November 10, our cross country runners traveled to the State Meet in Carrolton, GA. They finished with 233 points in 6th Place following teams from Westminster, Wesleyan, Bleckley, Lovett and Model.

Hoffman finished 14th with a time of 18:22 and Joya finished in 32nd Place with a time of 19:05. Running their final race at RMA, seniors Calderon and Oster finished less than a second apart in 51st and 52nd Place with a time of 19:28. Rivera finished our scoring at 20:32 in 92nd place. C/SSG Christian Mull placed 118th with a time of 21:00, and senior C/SFC SaeHyun Son finished in 158th Place with a time of 21:56. When our Eagles finished 6th Overall in the State Meet, they placed ahead of all other 8-AA Region schools and the Region Champions from four other regions.

Coach Jim Myers was also named 8-AA GHSA Cross Country Coach of the Year. (see sidebar) We congratulate our cross country team along with Coach Myers on an excellent season!

Military Ball Tradition Continues in March Riverside Military Academy’s annual Military Ball will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2013.

The weekend’s festivities begin at 10:30 a.m. with the Military Ball Parade on Maginnis Field which will conclude by 12:00 p.m.

The Military Ball held later in the evening is a formal JROTC social training event

conducted in accordance with full military etiquette and protocol. Social hour will begin at 5:00 p.m. on the Lanier Hall Quadrangle and will be followed by the ceremonial officer’s presentation and saber arch presentation at 6:00 p.m. The formal dinner and Ball will follow inside Alumni Hall and will conclude at 10:30 p.m.

Cadets in grades 9-12 and their dates may participate in the dance that will be held

following dinner. The deadline to sign up for this event is February 25, 2013. Dress is formal RMA military attire. Once a cadet has registered, his cadet account will be charged the following week after the Ball. All cancellations must be done prior to March 1, 2013 to avoid a $25.00 cancellation fee.

Corsages are not required, but if cadets are interested in ordering one at an additional

price, please contact Ms. Amy Booth at 770.532.6251, ext 2209. Professional photos will also be offered for cadets and their dates.

Cadets must RSVP to their Military Science Instructor or Senior Army Instructor

Jeff Chandler at jchandler@riversidemilitary.com or by calling 770.532.6251 ext. 2127.

The “Goomba” Grill will be available for parents that wish to remain on campus until

the completion of the Ball. Cadets wishing to leave after the Ball must go through the proper protocol for sign-out with the Commandant and his staff.

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Deutsche Nachrichten…

(German News…)

By Bill Morgan, German Instructor

Fall semester was an exciting one for cadets taking German classes at Riverside!

Enrollment in German courses has increased, and for the first time ever, eighth grade cadets have been able to begin their foreign language studies with German 1 as an option. Cadets in all classes spend time each day focusing on the language and culture of the German-speaking world and may be found on any given day engaged in communicative activities, dancing, and ultimately working hard at learning a very useful language.

Why German?

While learning any foreign language is a huge asset in today’s global economy, German can be especially helpful. Germany has one of the strongest economies in the world, and currently more than 1,100 German companies do business in the US! German is the second most widely used language on the Internet, and many colleges and universities strongly recommend German study for students interested in a variety of fields of study.

Why German at Riverside?

In addition to the standard activities expected in any foreign language classroom, several events are organized specifically for Riverside cadets choosing to take German! In October, a large group headed

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to Helen, Georgia for the annual celebration of Oktoberfest. Though only a short bus ride away from Riverside’s campus, the Bavarianthemed town offers a decent taste of German culture during the celebration. Cadets arrived in town and were immediately divided up into groups and given a challenge – to complete a scavenger hunt in the city, locating landmarks and taking photos in unique poses.

All of the directions and tasks were, of course, given in the German language, and all of the participating cadets rose to the challenge!

After the scavenger hunt, the group re-convened at the Festhalle for an evening of good German food, live music, and… dancing! Indeed, cadets showed their finest Polka skills (several even taking the time to dance with a visiting group of senior citizens from the Midwest) and had a great time with the Vogeltanz (Chicken Dance).

In early February, a group of 15 cadets will be participating in the State German Convention. The convention, hosted by the American Association of Teachers of German, Georgia Chapter, is an overnight trip which seeks to motivate students at all levels in their study of German. Cadets will participate in several competitive events, showcasing their language ability, and will also enjoy some leisure time in a context that emphasizes German culture.

For the fifth year in a row, there has been significant interest in a trip to Germany over Spring Break, so cadets (and their teacher) are greatly looking forward to another fantastic week in Europe!

Something Wicked Comes This Way…

By Mike Smith, Drama Instructor

On October 5th over 80 cadets traveled into Atlanta to attend a performance of Georgia Shakespeare’s production of Macbeth.

The production, directed by Ms. Raelle Myrick-Hodge, was a unique combination of the traditional version of the play and a variation on Orson Wells’ 1940s production. Wells directed this show and set the entire story in the Caribbean. Often called Voodoo Macbeth, the production focused on the mythical elements of witch-doctors and voodoo.

The Georgia Shakespeare production, produced in partnership with the National Black Arts Festival, took aspects of Wells’ production, but with a number of changes. First off, the setting was not defined as specifically as an island in the Caribbean, nor was it a specific time period. It was an original and fresh take on the play that provoked a number of questions from the cadets.

A few weeks following the event, Mr. Allen O’Reilly, cast member and Educational Director for Georgia Shakespeare, was able to come out and speak with some of the cadets that attended the production and to do an acting workshop based around the play.

The response from the cadets seemed universally positive and many claimed that though at first they had difficulty understanding the words, once their ears got accustomed to the actors onstage, they understood and really enjoyed the performance.

U.S. Army Musical Ambassadors, The Volunteers, to Perform at RMA April 27

By Adriane K. Seymour, Director of Communications The Volunteers is the United States Army’s premier touring rock band. This talented and entertaining group of six military musicians is a component of The United States Army Field Band from Washington, DC. Other components of the Army’s Field Band include the Concert Band, the Soldiers’ Chorus, and the Jazz Ambassadors. Known as the Musical Ambassadors of the Army, the internationally acclaimed Field Band travels thousands of miles each year presenting a variety of music to enthusiastic audiences across the United States and abroad.

The Army Field Band’s components tour a combined total of more than 400 days each year, appearing before live audiences of over 2 million people and broadcast to more than 2 billion.

The Volunteers will perform in Riverside’s Sandy Beaver Center Theatre on Saturday, April 27 at 7 p.m. Since its inception in 1981, The Volunteers has been telling the Army story through rock, pop, country, jazz, and patriotic music. This concert will be open to the public. For more information about this concert please call Riverside at 770.532.6251 or visit www.riversidemilitary.com.

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HOMECOMIN

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Homecoming 2012 was a success, according to the over 160 alumni who attended. Alumni along with their guests totaled over 270 visitors to campus.

Highlights of the weekend included: • Awarding of an honorary diploma to Colonel Dick Nichols to honor his 50 years of service to Riverside.

• Recognition of Abe Mitchell, ’52, as the Distinguished Alumnus and Arthur “Bubba” Boisfontaine, ’87, as the Distinguished Young Alumnus.

• First-ever alumni Casino Night and silent auction.

• First-ever alumni color guard and honor guard, which marched in the Homecoming Corps of Cadets parade.

• The Blue Devil “throw back” jerseys donated by the alumni for the football players to wear at the Homecoming game.

2012 Homecoming by the numbers: • 166 alumni; 271 alumni and guests • The 80s classes had the most alumni in attendance: 41 • The class year with the most alumni: 1992 • In 2007, the centennial year, 92 alumni attended

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Dick Nichols Becomes an Alumnus

Dick Nichols, coach, teacher, athletic director, Board of Trustees member, and voice of Riverside athletics, received an honor at the Homecoming football game he probably never imagined.

At the suggestion of the Alumni Association, Nichols was awarded a Riverside Military Academy diploma in recognition of his years of service to what is now his alma mater. The presentation was made on the field prior to kickoff by RMA President Col. Jim Benson, Bud Oakey, ’75, chairman of the Alumni Council; Errol Bisso, director of alumni relations; and Ira Middleberg, ’66, trustee.

Nichols was also honored at an alumni reception where he was given a Blue Devil football jersey from the 80s alumni who purchased the jerseys for the Riverside football team.

HOMECOMING 2012 Know an Alumnus Who Should be Honored?

Mitchell and Boisfontaine Honored

Abe Mitchell, ’52, was honored as this year’s Distinguished Alumnus. The philanthropist and long time south Alabama developer was recognized for his service to his alma mater and his home state. As a Riverside cadet, he was Battalion Commander and valedictorian of his senior class.

Arthur “Bubba” Boisfontaine, ’87, was the Academy’s first Distinguished Young Alumnus honoree. Boisfontaine has been instrumental in rallying alumni back to Riverside.

He is a partner in Crystal Clear Imaging in New Orleans and is a tireless marketer of the company, whose clients include the New Orleans Saints.

Riverside is seeking nominations for Distinguished Alumnus and Distinguished Young Alumnus as well as alumni who have distinguished themselves in either the area of leadership, philanthropy, service, or humanitarian efforts. If you would like to nominate an alumnus, please provide documentation of achievement and the reason why this individual should be honored.

Nominations will be considered by a selection committee; nominees will be kept on file for three years.

Please send nominations to Errol Bisso, Director of Alumni Relations, RMA, 2001 Riverside Dr., Gainesville, GA, 30501, or email alumni@riversidemilitary.com.

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The Blue Devils Return to Maginnis Field The Blue Devils first took to the field as the Riverside mascot in 1974, and the iconic mascot returned for Homecoming 2012.

Alumni, working with Head Football Coach Gary Downs and Athletic Director Marc Paglia, raised money to purchase Blue Devil football jerseys for the team to wear at the Homecoming game. The “throw back” jerseys will also be worn at future Homecoming games.

Alumni who donated to the jersey fund are: Bubba Boisfontaine, ’87 Bill Burt, ’60 Franck Chantayan, ’84 Christopher A. Cotter, ’88 Scott R. Cranford, ’89

Justin B. Creech, ’88 Enrique Herrero, Jr., ’82 Kevin Hoovler, ’81 Anthony Kimball, ’96 J.C. Laucirica, ’82

James Malcolm, ’86 Kirk Morris, ’83 John J. Rhine, ’82 Jonathan Rodriguez, ’86 Christopher H. Terrell, ’88

The first ever alumni color guard and honor guard marched in the Homecoming Corps of Cadets parade.

Steve Van De Kreke ’86 Honor Guard Color Guard Bud Oakey ’75 Bernard Cane ’74 Grant Jones ’93, (Battalion Bugler) Vic Disharoon ’72 Color Guard Commander Howard Pailet, ’67, Charles Hogan ’76 Joe Bivens ’74 Alumni Guard Manager Kim Kanakis ’75 S. Ryan Honey ’96 Gregory Pailet, ’01 Jim Watts ’85

Knock-Out Drill Winner This year’s winner demonstrating precision, form, and skill in the alumni knock-out drill was Farrish Sullivan, ’04.

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a s a w It good bet!

First Casino Night was a Hit Over 180 alumni and guests gathered at Chattahoochee Country Club for the first alumni Casino Night and silent auction.

A southern-themed buffet, including a grits and mashed potatoes station, kept the “gamblers” fueled for the evening while a running game of trivia provided a means of earning more fake money to bet.

A silent auction of over 20 items pulled in $5,000 over and above the expenses for the evening. The proceeds from the auction helped create the first ever Alumni Council challenge coin, provided seed money for new items in the cadet store for alumni, and helped market this year’s Homecoming.

At the evening’s end, a raffle sent winners home with RMA trinkets while the grand prize of a week’s stay in the Grand Cayman Islands was won by Kirk and Shannon Morris, ’83.

Next year’s Casino Night on October 19 has already been booked. Don’t miss the fun!

Alumni, parents, and friends of Riverside supported Homecoming 2012 in tangible ways, including gifts of items for the silent auction and with cash sponsorships to help cover the cost of the first ever Casino Night.

Thank you to the following supporters for your help: Alex Buckles, ’02 (Suretegrity) Andy Zager, ’88 Avocado’s Restaurant Bernard Cane, ’74 (Bernard George Investigations) Bill Glisson, ’78 (Southeastern Turf) The Brees Dream Foundation Bud Oakey, ’75 (Advantus Strategies)

Charles McGarvey, ’90 Christian Eiroa, ’89 The Collegiate Grill Deep South Dogs E.T Lopez, ’84 Gary Downs Herbert Yuttal, ’48 Jeffrey Dombroff, ’62 Jill Glazer Jim Van Arsdale ’79 Justin Creech, ’88 (Children’s Learning Center, Creech Landscape & Construction) Kenneth and Rachel McKelvey Kim Kanakis, ’75 Little Italy Pizzeria The Longstreet Clinic

Luna’s Restaurant Mardi Gras World The Monkey Barrel Re-cess Southern Gastro-Pub/Sidebar120 Rick’s Smokin’ Pig Robert Lindsey, ’80 (Southern Sleep Associates) Ron Fenner, ’66 Sabin Gianelloni, ’55 Scott’s on the Square Restaurant Serenity Massage and Day Spa Seymour West, ’67 Sid Farrer Sweet Magnolias Vic Disharoon, ’72 Wolf Mountain Vineyards

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HOMECOMING 2012

Homecoming 2012 might be over, but the memories remain forever.

Cadets kicked off the festivities by saluting over 270 RMA alumni and parents during Mess II on Friday, October 26. The day was filled with parent/teacher meetings, the Corps knock-out drill, pep rally and tailgating party followed by the Corps March-On to Maginnis Field to cheer on the Eagles in their 22-13 victory over Glascock County. Miss Johnae Aparicio, Battalion Staff Representative was voted the 2012 RMA Homecoming Queen.

Saturday morning dawned bright and beautiful for the cadets to join alumni in the Mess I formation. Breakfast was followed by a musical concert, the Homecoming Corps of Cadets Parade, watching the alumni knock-out drill, along with the senior ring ceremony and dinner. The culmination of the weekend was of course the Homecoming dance for all cadets.

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Dear Alumni, Parents, and Friends of the Academy: The two alumni, both nearing 80 years of age, stood facing each other, their hands clasping the other’s elbows.

One tall, one short, they smiled quizzically into each other’s faces looking for evidence of the boy they had been friends with over 60 years ago. Convinced that each was who he said he was, they hugged and then spent the next two days catching up on life since Riverside.

“ It seems that Riverside is a place where life-long friendships are formed.”

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Watching this reunion last October at Homecoming, it was evident why we encourage, invite, and prod alumni to come back to Riverside.

You don’t return to Riverside for the buildings or the teachers; most of what you see of Riverside today is new to you.You come to see the men, once boys, who were your comrades, your nemesis, your leaders, and your true friends. It seems that Riverside is a place where life-long friendships are formed.

The doors are always open for alumni to drop by, but we are offering you a second opportunity besides Homecoming to visit with your fellow alumni. A spring Founder’s Day weekend is planned for April 26-27. It’s not taking the place of Homecoming; it’s another time for you to reconnect with your Riverside friends. Read more about the weekend on page 33.

Founder’s Day weekend coincides with the anticipated completion of the new President’s quarters under construction on campus. RMA has been without a home and hospitality venue for the Academy’s first family since 2005. Read about the home as well as a remarkable opportunity for Riverside to benefit from this addition to campus outright with no additional indebtedness. It’s a bold plan unlike anything Riverside has ever undertaken. See pages 30-31 for details.

On page 28 in the ongoing series “Cadet Leaders: Where Are They Now?” read the story of former Battalion Commander Dr. Luis Proenza, ‘62. Proenza came to Riverside from Mexico, completed his academic degrees, and began a sterling career in higher education. Today he is president of the University of Akron.

You will find news in this Reveille of alumni honors conferred, alumni honors to be awarded, and new alumni names coming to buildings and spaces on the Riverside campus.

See these stories on pages 22, 29 and 35.

There’s a lot going on at your Riverside. Come back and see for yourself!

Read about an alumnus’ generous matching pledge on page 31.

Amanda K. Griffin, CFRE Vice President for Advancement

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All This is Possible Because of You...

The letter on this page could have been written by a number of different RMA cadets who wouldn’t be attending Riverside if it were not for financial aid to help offset the cost of tuition.

Financial aid comes from three sources – donations, education expense credit (Georgia GOAL scholarship program), and RMA’s operating budget. This school year RMA has awarded $2,273,225 in financial aid.

A number of alumni, parents, and friends of Riverside have made recent donations aimed at helping Cadets and their families afford a Riverside education.

The Kalmenson Family Endowed Scholarship This endowed fund was created by Howard and Holly Kalmenson, ’49 of Los Angeles, CA, and includes the naming of the Kalmenson Barracks. See page 29 for details of the naming dedication.

First Sergeant Lonnie Miller and Master Sergeant Max Bennett Scholarship Fund This endowed scholarship fund was created almost a year ago by Brian Shore, ’92, his wife, Rachel, and his father and step mother, Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Shore.

Dr. and Mrs. Shore are the parents of C/CPL, Adam Shore.

Rachel Shore was particularly interested in seeing their gift help a single mom send her son to RMA. The agreement between the Shores and RMA makes that stipulation.

The Shores keenly desire for others to donate to the Miller/Bennett fund to grow the amount of financial aid available in a given year. Gifts to the fund are tax deductible.

“It is our sincere hope that our fellow alumni will feel as passionate as we do and support our alma mater and honor our past teachers with their contribution,” said Brian Shore.

Brian and Rachel Shore, ’92

Blue Devil Alumni Endowment Alumni Joe Gordon, ’96, and John Gianelloni, ’94, persisted until they raised $10,000 to endow the Blue Devil Alumni Endowment.

Over 15 alumni from a variety of class years rallied to the cause to endow a fund to assist with financial aid or other cadet and Academy needs:

John Bethell, ‘97 Christopher Gates, ‘96 Bubba Boisfontaine, ‘87 John Gianelloni, ‘94 Juan Christiansen, ‘97 Howard Gordon Jeremy Corner, ‘96 Joe Gordon, ‘96

Alex Deitch, ‘98 Dennis Hite, ‘55 Jonathan Dix, ‘98 Christian Marquez, ‘97 Ulysses Eaton, ‘93 Ken Natori, ‘98 Christian Egizio, ‘95 Whitney Owens, ‘79 Nick Friedrich, ‘96 Brad Wymbs, ‘96 Like the Miller/Bennett Fund, the Blue Devil Alumni Endowment will generate more earnings the larger the endowment is. Alumni are invited to continue to make tax deductible gifts to the fund. Call 770-538-2924 for information.

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Cadet leaders:Where Are They Now?

Former RMA BC Now Leads University

By Amanda K. Griffin, CFRE

Luis M. Proenza grew up in Acapulco, Mexico, the only child of his Cubanborn father and his Mexican mother. His parents owned a small department store specializing in jewelry.

When Proenza reached seventh grade, his parents decided he would benefit from attending school in the United States. After sifting through brochures and advertisements, they decided on Riverside. It was not too far north nor too far south, recalls Proenza.

The mature-for-his-age and studious Proenza excelled as commander in the junior school and later in the Corps of Cadets where he achieved the rank of Colonel and Battalion Commander in 1962, his senior year. Riverside proved to be just the first stop on his illustrious career in education where his leadership skills were consistently recognized.

Today, Dr. Luis M. Proenza is beginning his 15th year as president of the University of Akron.

“Riverside provided the structure for my leadership skills to emerge,” says Dr. Proenza. “I credit my experience at Riverside with a great deal of my leadership ability.”

The University of Akron’s accomplishments under Dr. Proenza’s leadership include dramatic increases in research funding, enrollment and fundraising and the $620 million physical transformation of the campus from a commuter school to a vibrant university community. Known as the Akron Model, the University is cited for linking community, industry, government and University to create needed changes in an aging industrial region.

Not only is the University recognized as the preeminent public university in Northeast Ohio, it is also a recognized national model for technology commercialization, economic development and corporate and community partnerships.

“There is much that we have done and our accomplishments are many, but there is much more for us to do,” Dr. Proenza said in his 2012 State of the University address.

Following his six years at Riverside, Dr. Proenza earned a B.A. from Emory University (1965), M.A. from The Ohio State University (1966) and Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota (1971). He joined the faculty of the University of Georgia in 1971. His research in retinal neurophysiology was supported there continuously by grants from the National Eye Institute, including a Research Career Development Award.

Prior to his appointment at Akron, Dr. Proenza was Vice President for Research and Dean of the Graduate School at Purdue University. He also served the University of Alaska first as Vice Chancellor for Research and Dean of the Graduate School, then as Vice President for Academic Affairs and Research.

Dr. Proenza has been involved in national science and technology policy matters since the 1970s when he was study

director of the National Research CouncilNational Academy of Sciences’ Committee on Vision. He also served as the University of Georgia’s Liaison for Science and Technology Policy, a member of the National Biotechnology Policy Board and Advisor for Science and Technology Policy to the Governor of Alaska. In 1992, U.S. President George H. W. Bush appointed Dr. Proenza to the U.S. Arctic Research Commission.

In 2001, President George W. Bush named Dr. Proenza to the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, the nation’s highest-level policy-advisory group for science and technology. In 2004, the Secretary of Energy appointed him chairman of the Science and Mathematics Education Task Force and, later, to the Secretary of Energy Advisory Board.

“ Riverside provided the structure for my leadership skills to emerge.”

– Luis M. Proenza President of Akron University

Recently, Dr. Proenza was appointed to the Council of the Government-UniversityIndustry Research Roundtable of the National Academies and to the Science, Technology and Economic Policy Board (STEP), also at the National Academies. He is a member of the Executive Committee of the Council on Competitiveness.

Dr. Proenza is invited to speak worldwide with presentations appearing in Vital Speeches of the Day and The Executive Speaker. He often is quoted on issues in education, research, economic development and science and technology policy.

Dr. Proenza and his wife, Theresa Butler Proenza, enjoy their careers, friends and numerous community activities.

Together, they built the 44-foot sailing vessel, Apogee, which they sail on Lake Erie.

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Paul Gross, ’56, former Board of Trustee chair, Lucile Beaver and Col Benson

Howard and Holly Kalmenson, ’49

Bernie Freeman, ’58 with Conrad Conti, ’58 and Janice Conti

New Names Are Coming

to Riverside Facilities

By Amanda K. Griffin, CFRE

Dedication ceremonies this spring will bring three new names to Riverside facilities. Two of the naming dedications are the result of donations and the third is an honorary naming of the library.

The Riverside Board of Trustees has approved a recommendation to name the library in honor of Lucile Beaver, long time trustee, former Riverside librarian, and daughter of Sandy Beaver, RMA president for 58 years. Miss Beaver completed her master’s degree in library science from Columbia University. Her career as a librarian includes library work at Riverside, in the Army Special Services, and the Federal Aviation Agency in Washington, D.C. Upon her retirement in 1989 she was director of the Department of Transportation library.

The dedication of the Lucile Beaver Library will be held during commencement weekend May 17-18.

The trustees also approved the naming of The Kalmenson Barracks, which will name the wing that houses A, Band, and F companies. Howard A. Kalmenson, ‘49 was a member of A Company when a cadet. The gift from Howard and Holly Kalmenson includes the naming opportunity as well as provides tuition assistance support for cadets in need from the Kalmenson Family Endowed Scholarship.

The dedication of the Kalmenson Barracks will be held on Founder’s Day weekend, April 26.

The third naming opportunity honors Capt. Edgar A. Ball (pictured right), who served as Riverside’s band director for more than 16 years at two different times beginning in 1934 and ending in 1963.

Making the naming possible are Conrad Conti, ’58 and his wife, Janice. Conti was in the band at RMA and has fond memories of Capt. Ball. The band area in the Sandy Beaver Center will be named The Janice and Conrad Conti Music Room in Honor of Capt. and Mrs. Edgar A. Ball.

The Conti’s gift will be used to further the promotion of Riverside through the visibility of the band. For example, Katie Wilson, band director, plans to purchase a van to carry instruments when the band performs in parades or off campus. The van will be painted with the Riverside logo and information.

Conti encourages other alumni who enjoyed band as a Riverside cadet to become “band boosters” and add their gifts to his.

The dedication will be held during Founder’s Day weekend April 26-27.

For more information on naming opportunities at Riverside, call Amanda Griffin, vice president for advancement at 770-538-2924.

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President’s Quarters Brings Hospitality Venue and Increased Security to Campus

By Amanda K. Griffin, CFRE

The President’s quarters, a home and hospitality venue for the Academy’s first family, is under construction on the Riverside campus. Riverside has been without a president’s home since 2005 when the Sandy Beaver home on Riverside Drive was sold along with 20 surrounding acres to a Gainesville developer.

The new home is slated for completion by late April and is located on a rise overlooking the barrack’s west portal and the Commandant’s physical fitness field.

Designed for Academy entertaining, the 6,200-square-foot home will feature a large and open first floor useful for entertaining alumni, parents, guests, cadets, and members of the Gainesville community at signature Academy events like Homecoming, Commencement, Founder’s Day, and Christmas.

“The President’s quarters is a public house for the Academy,” said Fred Kennedy, ’64, chairman of the RMA Board of Trustees.

“It will be the focal point for commencement receptions, guest and donor dinners, faculty and staff gatherings, award ceremonies, entertainment of alumni, and opening school receptions for cadets.

The benefits of having this home on the Riverside campus extends to everyone associated with the Academy.”

There is a more urgent reason to have the President live on campus. The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) recommends that boarding school presidents live on campus as a matter of security, supervision, and oversight.

“A boarding school presidency is a 24/7 job with ‘in loco parentis’ responsibilities,” said Dr. Jim Benson, Col USMC (Ret). “ Currently the President, Executive Officer, Commandant, and Dean live off campus. I am the closest to campus, yet 15 minutes away. In this situation, there is always room for concern.”

The original Riverside President’s home still stands on Riverside Drive at the entrance to the campus, but it is no longer owned by Riverside. It was built by long-time Riverside President Sandy Beaver for his family and the Academy in 1938 and served as the President’s home until the late 1980s when it was sold. It was bought back by Riverside in 1993, renovated and housed the school’s superintendents until 2005 when soaring maintenance costs caused the second sale along with the surrounding 20 acres.

Like most president’s homes on a campus, the Beaver home was the setting for parties, open houses, and, perhaps most memorably, a reception for new cadets to meet girls from the then operational Brenau Academy, a Gainesville girls school. The cadets lined up down one side of the drive and the girls on the other and paired up at the door to go through a receiving line.A famous Riverside memory is the year the band marched to the Beaver home at 7 a.m. on Sandy Beaver’s October 5 birthday and rendered a loud and enthusiastic version of “Happy Birthday.” The General received the honor in his bath robe from the doorway.

The Beaver home, like the new home under construction, was spacious for entertaining and included a large basement where cadets were invited to play ping pong or hold dances.

Kennedy recalls his first visit to the Beaver home as a cadet. “I remember marching across the street as a new boy on campus, and the aura of visiting the president’s home made quite an impression on me,” said Kennedy.

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The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) recommends that boarding school presidents live on campus as a matter of security, supervision, and oversight.

The first floor of the house features an open and spacious floor plan for entertaining.

Alumnus Challenges Riverside Family to Match His Gift Riverside alumnus Mr. Abe Mitchell, ’52 and his late brother, alumnus Mayer Mitchell, ’49, created Mitchell Brothers in Mobile, Alabama, in the early ‘50s. Their life’s work has been in the world of property development, building plans and design, and construction.

When Mr. Abe Mitchell proposed to the Riverside Board of Trustees a plan to help his alma mater fund a new President’s home at no cost to the Academy, it seemed fitting to the Trustees and in keeping with Mr. Mitchell’s calling.

Mr. Mitchell is challenging Riverside alumni, parents, and friends to match his pledge of $250,000. Once that match is secured, a second $250,000 will be pledged by Mr. Mitchell and given when the second match is secured. Mr. Mitchell’s gifts, plus the matching gifts, means that the $1 million raised will cover construction, landscaping, paving, and professional fees. The President’s home will be owned outright by the Academy. The $1 million does not include furnishings, which will be provided by the President in residence at the time.

“This is a generous and far-sighted plan from Mr. Mitchell, and we are grateful for his leadership and vision,” said Dr. Benson.

“Because of his interest and knowledge in real estate, design, and construction we welcomed his early counsel on various aspects of the home and were delighted when he suggested this ambitious fundraising plan.”

Mr. Mitchell’s initial $250,000 is in an escrow account in a Gainesville bank until the matching dollars come in. Once

matched, the first $250,000 will go to Riverside and a second installment of $250,000 will be placed in escrow.

The greater challenge Mr. Mitchell has put before the Trustees and Administration is that the matching $500,000 must be raised over and above the fundraising goal of $1 million this fiscal year and the $1.2 million goal the next fiscal year. (Riverside’s fiscal year is from June 1-May 31, and the financial goals are dictated by the Academy’s business plan.)

For information on the matching opportunity contact Dr. Jim Benson, president, 770-538-2191 or Ms. Amanda Griffin, Vice President for Advancement, 770-538-2924.

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Dear Brothers and Parents,

The RMA Alumni Chairman’s Challenge Coin is given to alumni for excellence and superior service to the Academy, both in time and money. The hope is that the coin, which reflects Riverside values, will be carried

by Brothers with pride and at all times. Call or email Bud Oakey for details on the new alumni Challenge Coin.

I trust 2013 is beginning well for you. For me it has begun at high-speed and does not look to slow down any time soon. Working in and around politics and government I tend to be caught up in the minutiae of the legislative and budget-making process of Washington and its trickle down impact to the states.

As I talk with my RMA brothers and friends, so many are dissatisfied with what is going on in this country. People in general seem to be more judgmental, intolerant and impatient. This is especially prevalent today within the ranks of our elected leadership.

Leadership tends to deal more with surface issues and not root problems - a Band-Aid where stitches are needed. At all levels of government the ability to solve problems has been lost along with the simple ability to find common ground. We have stopped talking and, unfortunately, we have stopped thinking. Instead of learning from mistakes, we chastise mistakes. The end result is we are pushing society to a standard of mediocrity.

As I look back on the past 40 years, I know my world view is derived from my days at Riverside. These lessons came from our Honor Code, the exercise of patience, listening, and to looking deep for root causes of problems. These lessons we derived from our experiences as cadet leaders where we learned patience. We learned to manage a squad of young cadets that didn’t necessarily want to shine their shoes or polish their brass every day, dress their bunks or hold their chins in at attention. We learned to think creatively.

We learned that life wasn’t easy; it was what we made it. We learned accountability, and our success was a combination of what we would do individually as well as collectively.

We learned to be leaders.

Unless a young person is fortunate enough to attend one of America’s military academies, leadership development is not taught. Our young cadets enjoy the examples provided by Col. Benson and his team, who teach by word and example what it means to be a leader. They are molding the next generation of leaders by teaching that failure can be a solution for success, that the impossible is not necessarily unattainable even though one’s peers tell you it cannot be done; and that leadership is dependability. And, sometimes, leadership is compromise.

Nothing in life is easy. It is what we make it. I am reminded every day that what I was taught at Riverside enables me to stay ahead of the curve.

My message is simple. As we face 2013, it is time to sit back, relax a little, think a bit deeper, exercise a bit more patience, be a bit more tolerant of those with opposing views, participate a bit more in the uncomfortable, let our voices be heard, and let those voices exercise careful thought towards ideas we have yet to think of.

Best to you for the year!

Bud Oakey ’75 Chairman RMA Alumni Council

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Coach Jefferson to Enter RMA Sports Hall of Fame

RMA Plans a Founder’s Day Weekend for Alumni April 26-27, 2013

Founder’s Day celebrations are common at colleges and secondary schools like Riverside. It’s a time to focus on a school’s legacy as well as invite alumni back to campus for a good time.

Riverside’s first Founder’s Day weekend is April 26-27, 2013.

Alumni have suggested a spring reunion to compliment the busier Homecoming weekend in the fall. Founder’s Day is not replacing Homecoming; it’s another opportunity for alumni to get together.

Watch for further details via email, Facebook, and the website under the Alumni tab, “Founders Day.” Registration will be available online beginning February 1.

Email alumni@riversidemilitary.com with your questions and comments, or call Errol Bisso, director of alumni relations, at 770-532-6251, ext. 2132.

Coach George Jefferson will be the 16th person to enter the Riverside Sports Hall of Fame. The induction will take place during Riverside’s first Founder’s Day celebration weekend for alumni April 26 - 27.

Alumni from all classes are invited back to Riverside to honor their former coach, mentor, and friend.

Coach Jefferson came to Riverside in 1958 as an assistant football coach. After one year he moved back to his home state of Mississippi and coached football and track at Anguilla and Belzoni high schools for the next six years. Coach Jefferson then moved to Louisville, Kentucky, where he was a head football coach for the next 14 years.

Coach Jefferson returned to Riverside in 1979 and was an assistant football and head track coach until 1994. As track coach at Riverside, Coach Jefferson’s 10 year dual meet track record was 97 - 10 - 2, and his athletes broke or tied 65% of all the standing Riverside track records. Coach Jefferson was responsible for many Riverside athletes in football and track going on to further their athletic careers. He coached four of the people already in the RMA Sports Hall of Fame – Errol Bisso, ’61; Chris Lancaster, ’85; Chris Bright, ’92; and Rocky Lanz, ’90.

Coach Jefferson was an All State football player in 1952 in Greenville, Mississippi, went on to Mississippi State, and Mississippi Delta Jr. College. He then transferred to the University of Wyoming where he played center and was a member of the 1955 Sun Bowl Champions, as well as a member of Wyoming’s undefeated season in 1956.

CoachJefferson is a member of the Mississippi Delta Jr. College and the University of Wyoming’s Sports Halls of Fame.

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Founder’s Day Agenda & Registration ACT NOW to get the 20% off early bird special! Registrations will be full price after April 15th.

FRIDAY, April 26 Time:

Activity:

Place:

12:00-3:00 p.m.

Alumni Council Meeting w/Luncheon

Bobby W. Bush, Sr. Board Room, Sandy Beaver Center

1:00-3:00 p.m.

Alumni Registration

Heritage Center Conference Room, Lanier Hall

1:00-2:30 p.m.

Cadet-led Campus Tours

Heritage Center Conference Room, Lanier Hall

4:00-4:45 p.m.

Corps of Cadets Alumni Awards Parade

Maginnis Field

5:00-5:30 p.m.

Naming Dedication – Kalmenson Barracks

Barracks Quad

6:00-7:00 p.m.

Reception and Recognition of Alumni Honorees

TBD

7:00-9:00 p.m.

Alumni Class Dinners

Gainesville SATURDAY, April 27

Time:

Activity:

Place:

8:00-8:45 a.m.

Formation and Breakfast w/Corps of Cadets

Alumni Hall

8:45-9:45 a.m.

lumni Association Meeting – State of the Academy A Report from Col. Benson, Cadet Presentations and Q&A

Alumni Hall

10:00-11:00 a.m.

Founder’s Day Program – Who Was Sandy Beaver?

Sandy Beaver Center Theatre

11:15-12:15 p.m.

aming Dedication – Janice and Conrad Conti Music N Room in Honor of Capt. and Mrs. Edgar A. Ball

Sandy Beaver Center Music Room

12:15–1:30 p.m.

Lunch

Goomba Grill

12:15 p.m.

Alumni Golf Outing (Optional)

Chattahoochee Country Club

1:30-4:00 p.m.

lumni/Cadet Activities – PT with the President, A Commandant and Cadets; Rifle Range Competition; Campus Tours

Riverside Campus

1:30-4:00 p.m.

Alumni and/or Spouse/Guest Winery Tour

Winery TBD

7:00-9:00 p.m.

Alumni Pig Roast

American Legion Post #7

Please complete the form below and return to: Alumni Office, Riverside Military Academy. 2001 Riverside Drive, Gainesville, GA 30501 or you may register online at www.riversidemilitary.com Name:

Class Year:

Spouse/Guest Name: E-Mail REGISTRATION Number Attending:

Event:

Cost: (per person) Through 4/15

After 4/15

Alumni Honorees Reception

$25.00

$30.00

Breakfast with Corps of Cadets

$8.00

$10.00

Alumni Lunch

$12.00

$14.00

$45.00

$54.00

Alumni Pig Roast

Total Due:

PAYMENT INFORMATION Enclosed is my check for a total of: $ Please charge my credit card: $

(Please make checks payable to Riverside Military Academy) Visa

MC

Amex

Card Number:

Expiration:

Street Address:

Zip Code:

(Please Circle One) CVV2 Code:

For more information, please call the RMA Alumni Office at 770-532-6251 ext. 2132 or 2212.

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Colonel William Pietsch honored in Washington, D.C.

By Julie A. Smith, Multimedia Manager

Riverside Military Academy and members of the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) Society honored Colonel William “Bill” H. Pietsch, Jr., USA (Ret) at a reception on October 20, 2012 in Washington, D.C.

The OSS was the World War II predecessor of the Central Intelligence Agency and the U.S. Special Operations Command.

The OSS Society educates the American public about the importance of strategic intelligence and special operations to the preservation of freedom.

COL Pietsch, a Class of 1938 graduate, was presented with the Riverside Distinguished Service Award by RMA President, Dr. James H. Benson, Col., USMC (Ret) at The Army and Navy Club at Farragut Square.

While studying James Hilton’s Lost Horizon at Riverside, Pietsch became inspired by British secret service agent Hugh Conway’s adventures. Upon graduation from RMA at 15 years old, Pietsch was already thinking about his future military career.

He graduated from West Point in 1943 following his recruitment for service in the OSS by Coordinator of Information Services Bill Donovan. Pietsch was soon accepted as the third American officer ever to be seconded to the British Secret Service, SOE Executive and was designated OSS-003. He played an important role in several key military operations during WWII.

Pietsch retired after more than 30 years as a career Special Operations Officer. He currently serves the OSS Society as senior vice president, a member of the board of directors and an executive committee member. He also remains active as a Red Cross volunteer, a Homeland Defense Advisor and a consultant on military support for civil authority. He lives in Kensington, Maryland with his wife, Rose Marie.

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2013 Alumni Reunions Mark your calendar and plan to attend one or all of the following alumni reunions. Invitations and registration details will be available online at www.riversidemilitary.com and by email.

MIAMI Saturday, February 2, 2013 Hosted by Domingo and Brenda Moreira, ’63 8600 SW 52nd Avenue, Miami 7:30 p.m.

WEST PALM BEACH Saturday, March 9, 2013 Hosted by Frank Maurno, ‘60 and Walter Smith, ‘58 Trump Plaza Commercial Center 525 S. Flagler Dr., Suite 300 West Palm Beach 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

SAVANNAH, GEORGIA Saturday, May 4, 2013 Hosted by Barry Longwater, ‘65 Time TBD

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Paying Georgia Taxes?

Painful.

Want a Dollar for Dollar Tax Credit?

Simple.

The GOAL Clock is

Ticking!

In 2013, we estimate all tax credits will be consumed

by June. Grab your share before the cap is met!

Helping Riverside Cadets?

Priceless!

Get a Georgia Tax Credit and a Federal Tax Deduction.

Interested? It’s easy.

GOAL Donor Recognition Marc and Darlene Albertson Alene Arenas Robert and Elison Atkinson, ‘73 Dennis Bagwell David and Dawn Bailey David and Rosemary Balos James and Evonne Bartlett James and Mary Benson Mrs. Jerry Blackstock Charles and Ruby Brown Jack and Pat Burd Adam and Lynn Carter Jeff and Belinda Chandler Terry and Chris Clontz Austin Collins Counte and Jackie Cooley Jo Ann Cripps David and Rhonda Crook Britt and Robin Daniel Tom and Michelle Davis Alexander C. Deitch, ‘98 Robert and Stephanie Eidson Antonio and Anita Feliciano, ‘81 Thomas and Angela Finn Raymond and Nila Fordyce, ‘61 Robert and Leslie Fowler Alec and Shelia Fraser Mitch and Nicoleta Freeman

Ron and Renee Gerrell Sabin and Patricia Gianelloni, ‘55 Amanda Griffin Richard and Janie Halliley Kelley Hanes Maureen Haughton Lynne Henderson Tony and Cathy Herdener Samuel and Jamie Hilton Harry and Ramona Hinkle Jeffrey and Bonnie Hinkle David and Linda Hock Drew and Jane Horner, ‘78 Jack Hough Kevin and Kelly Jarrard Todd and Rebecca Jordan Gerard and Charlene Kaiser Steven and Dawn Keig Jason and Chi Kindland Walter and Valeria Krasnansky Jody and Nancy Lail Ted and Afton LaVallee Jim and Lyn LaVallee Michael Levine Dallas and Emily Loewen Dick and Patti Luna Macy’s Foundation Anthony and Patricia Manzo

Christopher and Dena Manzo John and Sheila McCleary Dennis and Trish McCraven Jane Morris John Munroe Jim and Glenda Myers Dick Nichols Allen and Meg Nivens Marty and Sheral Page Marc and Mary Paglia Danny and Brenda Palmer David and JoAnn Phillips Jeffrey and Linda Pine Kimberly M. Pope Brian Ribeiro and Marie Trenga Jack and Laura Roadcap Jim and Louise Robison Barney and Shari Rothgery, ‘55 Hector Salas Ravi and Seshu Sarma David and Karen Schulze Helen Sexton Allen and Adriane Seymour Pegge Marriott Sheffield Stanley and Kelly Smith Jorge and Sabina Sosa Richard and Marleen Springston Oscar J. Starnes, III, ‘73

Elizabeth Sturgis Michael and Corwynn Sylvester Daniel and Melissa Tymchuk Thomas H. Walker Reuben and Ellen Wechsler Chad and Cindy Williamson Samuel Wilson, ‘60 Wayne and Shawn Wunderlich Andy and Rebecca Zager

GOAL Contributions by Year $33,850 in 2009 $77,200 in 2010 $62,550 in 2011 $137,963 in 2012

$175,000 RMA goal for 2013

The Georgia state tax credit program that benefits Riverside and other independent schools with scholarship dollars is proving popular. During 2012, the $51.5 million cap was reached in August, and a number of Riverside supporters were declined. We encourage you to apply early in 2013 and beat the rush!

Contact Karen Schulze, Riverside GOAL Contribution Coordinator, at 770-532-6251, ext. 4506 or kschulze@riversidemilitary.com for step-by-step assistance.

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Changes to the RMA Board of Trustees consulting firms. He also spent a one-year stint with futurist Alvin Toffler in a small, boutique consultancy, Toffler Associated.

Whitlock has served five years in the Central Intelligence Agency as a military analyst. He has served in the United State Navy and as an infantry officer in the Army National Guard. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from Ole Miss, a Master of Arts in National Security from Georgetown University, and an executive MBA from George Mason University.

Whitlock is the father of a RMA graduate, C.G. Whitlock, ’11, and John Whitlock, who attended Riverside for one year. He resides in Atlanta.

Outgoing Trustees Paul Gross, ‘56 and Jon McRae were presented with soaring eagles at the October 2012 trustee dinner. Pictured from left are Col Benson, Gross, former Board Chairman; McRae, former trustee, and Fred Kennedy, ’64, Board Chairman.

The October 2012 meeting of the RMA Board of Trustees marked the following changes in Board leadership and membership.

Paul Gross, ’56, resignation as chairman of the board and as a member was effective in October. Gross cited his desire to spend more time with his family during his retirement. He joined the board in 2009 and served as chair for one year. Fred Kennedy, ’64, assumed the chairmanship from his role as vice chair. He has been a trustee since 2006.

Ira J. Middleberg, Esq. ‘66, previously served the BOT as treasurer and will now take the reins as vice chair. Mr. Arnold B. Evans will assume the role of treasurer, and Mr. S. Terry Clontz will serve as BOT secretary.

Long time trustee, Jon McRae, rolled off the board after serving on the board since 2000. His chairmanship of the governance committee was instrumental in the recruitment of many trustees.

Two new trustees have been added to the board effective at the October meeting.

Chris Whitlock Chris Whitlock was recently appointed Chief Operating Officer of SpeedTracs, a sports and fitness related business with an innovation system helping athletes improve speed, agility, explosiveness and stamina. He was previously a Partner for Growth and Innovation in IBM’s $2 billion public sector business focused chiefly on the defense and intelligence related markets. He orchestrates multiple capabilities from across IBM to be deployed for clients, including hardware, software, and services. He became a Partner upon IBM’s acquisition of NISC where he was one of the top five officers in a 1,300 person, $200 million business.

Whitlock’s experience includes 20 years as a management and technology consultant, including six years with Booz Allen Hamilton, one of the nation’s leading management and technology

Andy Talkington, ‘71 Andy Talkington, RMA graduate and Battalion Commander in the class of 1971, is a Senior Client Partner in Korn/Ferry International’s Houston office. He is a member of the firm’s Global Industrial Market where he specializes in the Board and CEO Services Practice and Energy, Chemicals, Crop Science and Mining Sub-Sectors. Additionally, he is the co-leader of the Global Chemicals and Crop Science Practice.

Talkington has over 16 years of executive recruitment experience, placing mostly Board of Director, CEO and executivelevel management positions within the industrial field. He has conducted over 350 global searches for private equity, venture capital, and small to large private and public companies in the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

Earlier in his career, Talkington accumulated over 20 years of management experience in the agricultural, energy, chemicals, and mining industries. Prior to entering the search business, Talkington was vice president of Occidental Chemical Corporation, a division of Occidental Petroleum Corporation.

Talkington received both his master of engineering and Bachelor of Science degrees in chemical engineering from Cornell University. Talkington and his wife, Nancy, live in Houston with their two children, Hayley and Jack.

New Board of Visitors Member Seymour West, ’67, of Birmingham, AL, is the newest member of the Riverside Board of Visitors. The purpose of the Board of Visitors is to assist the president and the trustees with counsel, analysis, and influence in the achieving of the Academy’s mission and vision. The board is a non-policy making entity which meets twice a year to receive briefs and advise on all operational areas of the Academy.

For more information about the Board of Visitors, contact Amanda Griffin, vice president for advancement, at 770-538-2924.

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Wilbur C. Andrews, ’50 (5/2/2012) Albert J. Ardizzone, ’46 (8/29/2012) Frank T. Basso, 1933-36 (12/31/2012) Frank M. Bologna, ’45 (1/26/2011) Irvin A. Brannen, Jr., ’46 (8/6/2012) Daniel B. Breen, ’40 (6/10/2012) Frederick H. Cross, ’69 (5/16/2012) Victor Derderian, ’45 (7/5/2011) Arthur J. Eason, ’46 (4/20/2012) Ronald D. Ertley, ’49 (1/7/2012) Rex D. Fleenor, ’46 (12/28/2012) Gregory T. France, ’66 (10/6/2012) Lawrence Friedman, ’48 (9/22/2011) Robert B. Gates, ’49 (7/14/2012)

Hal R. Hegenwald, ’44 (9/6/2000) Emory J. Hunter, ’45 (5/18/2011) Ralph E. Koerner, ’62 (2/9/2012) Kenneth C. Kurtzrock, ’46, (8/23/2012) Melvin E. Lanham, ’74 (3/2/2012) Harry H. Lattimore, ’42 (8/17/2012) Thomas H. Laurent, ’42 (1/20/2012) Zachary F. Morgan, ’07 (12/2/2012) James H. Morrow, ’40 (8/29/2012) Preston H. Morrow, 1940-42 (5/4/2012) Mauricio F. Navarrete, ’49 (12/11/2010) Steven M. Otto, ’72 (2/26/2012) Robert E. Parsons, ’40 (1/7/2011) William D. Pawley, Jr., ’36 (7/10/2012)

Edwin P. Rosen, ’46 (5/12/2012) Alvin M. Salton, ’50 (12/31/2012) Melvin R. Schwartz, ’44 (2/8/2012) Alfred Segal, ’46 (6/25/2012) Sheldon J. Segel, ’46 (5/1/2012) Alvin Y. Shapiro, ’50 (10/9/2012) Roy J. Smith, Jr., ’46 (12/2/2012) William H. Smith, Jr., ’44 (12/2/2008) James G. Somerville, ’40 (7/29/2011) Wilson D. Trotter, ’47 (8/19/2012) John I.Vaughan, ’53 (7/24/2012) Francis E. Wallace, III, ’61 (8/13/2012) J.B. Wood, Jr., ’46 (8/20/12)

ALUMNI CLASS NOTES Class Announcements: Class of 1943

James R. Woodland became a Baptist minister and retired in 1980. He has been married for 63 years and has four sons.

Taylor C. Larimore has been awarded the Legion of Honor Medal by the Republic of France for participating in the liberation of France during World War II. He was a paratrooper with the 101st Airborne Division (Band of Brothers). He is a graduate of the University of Miami School of Business Administration and spent his career in finance and investments. He has been dubbed by Money magazine a “Money Hero” in the December 2012 issue because of his thoughtful answers and daily contributions to online discussions about investments. Larimore was one of several Vanguard fund shareholders who began discussing investments on a Morningstar message board known as Vanguard Diehards. When questions were posted, regular contributors, like Larimore, responded with helpful answers. The online community grew and was soon renamed the Bogleheads in honor of Vanguard’s founder, Jack Bogle. The website, bogleheads.org, gets 1 million visits a month.

William A. Zeiher lives in a retirement community in Pompano Beach, Florida.

Edward H. Smith worked in the textile industry. He now lives in the Carriage House Retirement Community in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Gerald M. Spencer works as an electrical engineer. He has been self-employed for 40 years and is the fourth oldest practicing engineer in the state of Georgia. He lives in Lawrenceville, Georgia.

Class of 1944 Russell P. Greer lives in Nicholasville, Kentucky.

Class of 1947 Morris L. Hayes received a degree from Auburn University and had careers as a naval aviator and banker. He and wife, June, moved from Pensacola, Florida, to the Lanier Village Retirement Community in Gainesville, Georgia.

Class of 1956 Samuel H. Gruber was interviewed by the National Geographic Society about his work with lemon sharks in Bimini, Bahamas, as National Geographic’s first “Explorer of the Week.”

Class of 1957 Ian N. Arnof retired to Carmel, California.

Henry C. Roeglin works in the construction/design business. He and his wife live in Rochester Hills, Michigan.

Charles L. Swank retired in Lebanon, Ohio where he lives with his wife.

Class of 1958 William J. Quaile is retired, but busy with rental properties and serves on several local boards. He and his wife live in Callahan, Florida.

Paul L. Rodriguez was a radiologist in Wichita, Kansas. He is now semi-retired and has two sons who also became radiologists.

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Class of 1961 Jacob G. Keltner went into the boat business and owned a number of marinas. He is semi-retired and lives in Fort Myers, Florida.

Class of 1964 David G. McManus retired to Port Charlotte, Florida.

Class of 1965 Joseph R. Spratt ran for Florida State Representative and served two, four-year terms. He is now an aquaculture lobbyist in Florida.

Class of 1967 Joseph B. Hackler was a pro golfer for two years, and then opened a restaurant called “The Ol’ Pros Table” in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He spends winters at his home in Boynton Beach, Florida, and summers at his home in Myrtle Beach.

Class of 1975 Matthew W. Stanley recently had his thriller novel, “Lost World,” published by the Whiskey Creek Press.

Class of 2012 Jordan M. Koevenig graduated from Army Basic Training on September 21st.

His turning blue ceremony was on September 20th. Jordan’s first duty base with the infantry is Ft. Lewis, Washington. He is currently serving in Afghanistan.

Longtime RMA Employees Pass Away Clarence Robinson, Jr., passed away in December at the age of 84. He worked at Riverside from 1942 at the age of 14 until he retired in 2010, at the age of 82.

Clarence worked in the kitchen and maintenance departments during his 68 years at Riverside. He started in the kitchen as a helper and worked his way up to being the cook. He was well known for serving that famous Riverside Sunday fried chicken that many Old Boys remember.

Former faculty officer and World War II Airborne infantryman, Robert E. Leventhal passed away in January 2013. While at Riverside, Mr. Leventhal served as a math teacher and varsity soccer coach. He came to Riverside in 1985, and his teams did very well during Riverside’s initial years as a fulltime member of the Georgia High School Athletic Association.

Class of 1985 Jim Watts and his business, Creative Iron Designs based in Charlotte, North Carolina, were featured in a recent issue of South Park magazine. Watts is well known for his ironwork and custom design.

Class of 2001 Stefan Krupp graduated in 2009 from an online MBA program at Kaplan University after finishing studies in both Richmond and at The American International University in London. Krupp began working in his family’s company as an assistant in 2005. Prior to that, he worked at Maersk Line’s Intermodal Department in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. Today Krupp works as traffic director at a coffee trading company and his years in business have been inspirational. Krupp now plans to open his own business in the coffee industry, a company called Honduras Coffee Ltd., while making future plans to travel the world.

Class of 2008 Christopher G. Dutcher graduated in 2012 with a bachelor’s degree from the University of Miami.

Miles O. Indest graduated from LSU, summa cum laude, and was awarded a full scholarship at Tulane University Law School, where he is also pursuing an MBA. Class of 2009 Colton Keig (left) completed his senior football season at starting Defensive Tackle for the Furman Paladins.

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Editor-in-Chief Adriane Seymour Director Communications and Public Relations aseymour@riversidemilitary.com Editors Amanda Griffin, CFRE Vice President for Advancement agriffin@riversidemilitary.com Julie Smith, Multimedia Manager jsmith@riversidemilitary.com Contributors Dr. James H. Benson, Col, USMC (Ret) Mr. Errol. Bisso, ’61 Ms. Amy Booth SGM Jefferey Chandler, USA (Ret) Ms. Kayla Cox Ms. Amanda Griffin, CFRE Mr. James Hendricks Mr. Robert Hunter LtCol Kevin Jarrard, USMCR Mr. Brian Jock Ms. Lara Moore Mr. Bill Morgan Mr. Bud Oakey, ’75 Ms. Sheryl Protz Ms. Karen Schulze Ms. Adriane Seymour Ms. Julie Smith Mr. Mike Smith

President Dr. James H. Benson, Col, USMC (Ret) Board of Trustees Miss Lucile E. Beaver, Emerita Mr. Frederick J. Kennedy, ’64, Chairman Ira J. Middleberg, Esq., ’66, Vice Chairman Mr. Arnold B. Evans, Treasurer Mr. S. Terry Clontz, Secretary Mrs. Jerry B. Blackstock Mr. Counte L. Cooley Mr. C. Brian Daniel Mr. Thomas M. Finn Mr. P. Alexander Fraser Mr. Bernard M. Freeman, ’58 Mr. Felix A. Gonzalez Canto, ’86 Mr. Charles A. James, ’64 Mr. James D. Kalmenson, ’77 Dr. Daniel J. Kaufman Mr. C. J. Lail, Jr. Mr. Kenneth L. McKelvey Mr. Richard M. Nichols Mr. J. Allen Nivens, Jr. Mr. Daniel G. Oakey, ’75 Mr. Andrew W. Talkington, ’71 Jeffrey S. Weiner, Esq., ’66 Mr. F. Chris Whitlock Alumni Council Mr. Daniel G. Oakey, ’75, Chairman Mr. Errol J. Bisso, ’61, Alumni Relations Director Mr. Kenneth B. Bess, ’87 Mr. Sumner R. Cahoon, Jr., ’49 Mr. Bernard G. Cane, ’74 Capt. Charles H. Cook, ’74 Mr. Justin B. Creech, ’88 Mr.Victor L. Disharoon, ’72 Mr. Bernard M. Freeman, ’58 Mr. Jay A. Glazer, ’64 Mr. William T. Glisson, ’78 Mr. Harold T. Hunt, III, ’98 Mr. Robert D. Jones, ’56 Mr. Kim M. Kanakis, ’75

Mr. Robert L. Lindsey, III, ’80 Mr. Ernest T. Lopez, ’84 Mr. Scott A. Monahan, ’87 Mr. Paul B. Posner, ’56 Judge E.J. Salcines, ’56 Mr. Seth Wagner, ’56 Mr. James C.Young, ’78 Board of Visitors

As of December 6, 2012

Mr. Gregory F. Werd, ’56, Chairman Mr. Alexander C. Deitch, ’98, Vice Chairman Ms. Brenda Bahel Mr. Ruben A. Barahona, ’89 Mr. Arthur M. Boisfontaine, ’87 Mr. Robert F. Eidson, Jr. Mr. Christian Eiroa, ’89 Mr. Sean E. Fennelly Mr. Raymond B. Fordyce, ’61 Mr. Robert L. Fowler, Jr. Mr. Jay A. Glazer, ’64 Mr. Joseph M. Gordon, ’96 Mrs. Susan L. Graybeal Mr. Drew W. Horner, ’78 Judge Steve C. Jones Maj. Karl R. Katterjohn, ’64 Mr. Marc D. Kutter Mr. Richard A. Lang, Jr., ’56 Mr. Richard A. Luna Mr. Fredy E. Marrufo, ’90 Mrs. Kayanne S. Massey Mr. Whitney H. Owens, ’79 Mr.Victor M. Pacheco, ’01 Mr. Thomas H. Paris, III Mrs. Eleanor M. Parkes Mr. Robert G. Pennington Mr. Ross H. Pittman, Jr., ’56 Mrs. Jo Anne Reed Mr. H. Jerome Russell Mr. W. Michael Strickland Mr. James R.Van Arsdale, ’79 Mr. Seymour M. West, III, ’67 Mr. Clark Wiese Mr. W. Keith Wood Mr. Andrew C. Zager, ’88

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ACT testing (open to all)

February 15

ROC Parade and Cresting Ceremony

April 26

RMA Founders Day Parade (4 p.m.)

February 24

RMA Open House (prospective families)

April 26

Athletic Awards Program

March 9

SAT testing

May 4

SAT (Juniors mandatory)

March 16

Military Ball Parade

May 14-16

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March 16

Military Ball (5:00-10:30 p.m)

May 17-18

Commencement Weekend

March 24-28

Band/Chorus Spring Concert

May 17

Silver Taps at 8:30 p.m

March 29

Spring Parents Day

May 18

Graduation Parade at 9:00 a.m.

March 29

Spring Parents Day Parade (10:30 a.m.)

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ACT (Juniors mandatory)

April 19

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May 22-24 Semester exams and last day for underclassmen May 28-31

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