Rise Academy
Financial Literacy
Health & Wellness
Employment
Education
Insurance
Self Advocacy
Self Defense
Building Healthy Relationships
Time Management
Transportation
Cooking & Nutrition
Housing Education
Building Confidence
Goal Planning
Internet Safety
The RISE Academy, is an Independent Living Program designed to assist and prepare foster youth in making the transition from foster care to adulthood by providing opportunities to obtain life skills for self-sufficiency and independence. Some young people who leave the foster care system may need continuing services to help them on their way to adulthood. The RISE Academy can provide this by offering many learning and training opportunities along with continued supportive services.
Target Impact: Foster Youth Ages 14 to 25
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Engagement Activities:
24 Interactive Modules
Experienced Trainers
Daily group discussions
Guest Speakers
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Current 2022 Courses