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More Than Mentoring: How Rise High Impacts Young Professionals
When people think about Rise High, they often think of the incredible opportunities it creates for students – but there’s another side to the story: the impact the program has on the volunteers who show up each week. Many of our young professional mentors work at regional STEM leaders like Regeneron, GlobalFoundries, GE Vernova, and…
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Rise High Honors Graduating Class of 2026
Rise High celebrated the Graduating Class of 2026 during a ceremony held May 9, 2026, at the Schenectady Boys & Girls Club. The event brought together family members, friends, mentors, volunteers, instructors, and community partners to recognize the accomplishments of the graduating seniors. Founded in 2017 by Omayra Padilla De Jesus, Terri Little, and Mark…
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We love our volunteers!
Celebrating Service: Rise High Spotlights Team’s Community Impact This National Volunteer Week Rise High, Inc., a local nonprofit organization serving youth across Schenectady, is proud to celebrate National Volunteer Week, recognizing the vital contributions of its dedicated volunteers. Established in 1974, National Volunteer Week highlights the profound impact of volunteerism in building stronger communities and…
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Rise High Creates A Lasting Impact for Schenectady Youth Through Sustained STEM Engagement
Rise High continues to create meaningful, measurable impact in the lives of local students by building a strong foundation for success in STEM — and in life. Founded in 2017 by Omayra Padilla De Jesus, Terri Little, and Mark Little, Rise High is a free, weekly STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) program serving Schenectady…







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