January 2026 Newsletter

OUR MISSION is to provide sustained exposure to diverse enrichment learning opportunities in STEM to under-resourced youth in our community via comprehensive approaches that address and overcome barriers to academic, personal, and wellness development.

December was a chance for us to make merry with the people who make Rise High so special including our staff, our students and their families. We are excited to welcome new and returning students on January 24th!

Congratulations!

We had a lot to celebrate at our Holiday Party on December 13, 2025 including the students who had perfect attendance during our Fall Term. Award winners included:

7th Grade: Ramnauth, Lillian, Alyssa

8th Grade: Olivia, Lily, Vanti, Varsha, Ini

9th Grade: Ridwaan, Eshawn, Sunita

10th Grade: Geewan, Colleen, Joshua, John, Irving

11th Grade: Eliza, Shivnarine, Jackie

12th Grade: Cole, Will, Jason

Thank you to our generous partners!

We are counting down the days until we can greet all of our students, staff, volunteers, and instructors and begin another exciting term together.

January always brings a sense of renewal—a fresh start to the year and the Spring Term—and this year it also marks a brand-new beginning for our 6th Grade cohort.

We are so excited to welcome our newest students and their families into our community. We hope you feel the warmth, support, and enthusiasm that make this such a special place to learn and grow, and we can’t wait to start this journey with you.

Your Donations Have an Impact

Every donation we receive has a direct impact on the students of Rise High. Your financial contributions go toward ensuring that Rise High remains free to the youth of Schenectady - and your purchase of supplies allows us to continue to provide hands-on fun and learning throughout the year. Please consider donating to Rise High during this season of giving.