Category: Press Release
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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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Curiosity Leads the Way: Rise High’s Biggest Fall Term Yet Showcases the Power of Mentorship and Belief in Schenectady’s Youth
Rise High, a free STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) program for students across Schenectady is celebrating the close of its most successful fall term to date with 105 students, 45 volunteers and staff, and an expanded slate of hands-on, experiential learning opportunities rooted in science, engineering, and technology. Founded in 2017 by Mark and…
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Rise High Welcomes Students for Start of 2025/2026 Year
Rise High is excited to announce the start of their 2025/2026 academic year. Rise High is a free, weekly STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) program for 6th through 12th grade students from Schenectady City School District and other neighboring districts. Classes started on Saturday, September 20, 2025 with 110 students and 45 volunteers and…
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