MENTORSHIP, ACADEMIC AND BROTHERHOOD, ACHIEVEMENT

Dear Riverside Family,

Any successful institution starts with a solid foundation, and thanks to the vision and legacy of General Sandy Beaver, Riverside has a great foundation and continues to help young men reach their full potential, preparing them for college and beyond.

The key components of Riverside for generations have been mentorship, brotherhood, and academic achievement; faculty and staff who serve students sacrificially; and supportive parents and generous donors who understand the true value of their investment. It is my honor to partner in this process using the military model of education and to witness firsthand how boys are developed into fine young men at Riverside.

One fine young man, Ruben Barahona, ’21, challenged graduates last spring to “be that guy” – the man who shows up early, puts others first, and goes that extra mile. In sharing these ingredients of success with the graduating class, he also exemplified the valuable mentorship experienced at Riverside.

I am delighted to share other examples of mentorship, brotherhood, and academic achievement in this issue of Reveille . Sergeant Major Jorge Sosa and Lieutenant Colonel Adam Carter have selflessly served and mentored cadets at Riverside for many years as the Academy Sergeant Major and Commandant of Cadets, respectively. I hope you will read about their accomplishments as well as learn more about the vision and collaboration new leadership will bring.

Riverside has achieved several successes in and out of the classroom. As of early 2023, seniors have been accepted to top-tiered colleges, universities, and service academies, including University of Massachusetts, Georgia Institute of Technology, The Citadel, and Yale University. Both Raiders teams won the National Championship, and, although the wrestling team consisted primarily of first-time wrestlers, they walked away with four state medalists including one wrestler who placed first in his weight class. More important than the “wins” are the teamwork and camaraderie that take place through these activities – the brotherhood that starts here and continues domestically and internationally for years to come.

I was once again amazed by the demonstration of brotherhood during Alumni Homecoming Weekend last fall where generations of “Brothers in Blue” gathered to share their stories and reflect on their time at the Academy.

With gratitude for your support and excitement for what’s to come -

CONTENTS

2 A Dad's Perspective

4 Message From the President

6 Civil Air Patrol Takes Learning to New Heights

8 Mentorship in Middle School

10 Battalion Commander Colin Tortorelli

12 Honoring Riverside's Leadership

14 Welcoming New Leadership

16 Hands-On Learning Through Travel

18 The Riverside Difference

20 Team Highlights @ Riverside

22 Alumnus Spotlight: Nicholai S. Fisher, ’13

24 Sandy Beaver Entrepreneurial Leadership Award

26 Homecoming 2022

28 Alumni Class Notes

30 Cadets Recognized for Generosity & Service

31 Final Taps