Rick Mantei recently had the honor of attending the Spring Valley High School Military Ball, hosted by Major Gregory Perry and the school’s AFJROTC program. During the evening, Rick reconnected with several ROTC cadets he had previously flown in his PT-17 Stearman Biplane, taking time to check in on their progress, encourage their educational goals, and hear about their aspirations for the future.

Rick’s ongoing support of Spring Valley High School’s ROTC program reflects his belief in inspiring and educating the next generation. Through flight experiences, mentorship, and community engagement, Rick strives to give cadets real-world opportunities to build confidence, leadership skills, and a strong sense of purpose that will guide them in the years ahead.