Enabling Academic Gains in a Positive & Supportive Environment
Rise & Shine provides an enjoyable afterschool educational program for eligible students and their parents. Regardless of background, every scholar gets personalized support to improve academic achievement, enhance cultural/social experiences, and build self-esteem.
Rise & Shine is the ONLY local K-12 after school program that offers
- One-on-one tutoring
- Early focus on Reading and Comprehension
- STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Mathematics) activities
- Lessons in African American history and culture
- Outdoor enrichment activities
- Proven tools for academic and collegiate success
Our teen scholars also participate in opportunities for: Skill-building, volunteerism, mentoring of our younger scholars.
Rise & Shine operates afterschool programs in two locations. Our data shows that the longer a student remains enrolled in the Rise & Shine program, the more they stand to benefit.
Many students attending for more than 30 days experience measurable improvements:
- Increased grade promotion
- Fewer absences
- Improved grades
- Higher test scores
- Fewer disciplinary incidents
Afterschool
Current afterschool participants are able to transition to Study Hall where volunteers help scholars navigate homework assignments, answer questions, and support a positive learning environment.
Most Study Hall blocks extend for one hour, but we are flexible to meet scholar needs. Before and after the Study Hall block, scholars transition to their Afterschool Track.
We support STEAM curriculum with cross-disciplinary and project-based activities including Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics to guide student inquiry, dialogue, and critical thinking.
Contact Information
Program Director: Mrs. Regina Blount, rblount@riseshine.org, 828-884-2697
Guided Reading Specialist: laura@riseshine.org, (626) 884 – 8122
Enrichment Specialist: bonnie@riseshine.org
