What is Project RISE?

Project RISE is an academic enrichment program serving highly motivated students in grades 6–12 from traditionally underserved communities in Greater Boston and the South Shore. Through a summer curriculum grounded in academic rigor and social development, Project RISE prepares students for success in higher education and the workforce.

What sets Project RISE apart is its intentional focus on increasing the number of college-ready students from marginalized backgrounds. By offering academic support, financial guidance, and direct exposure to world-class institutions, Project RISE builds a robust pipeline of diverse, high-achieving students equipped to thrive in college and beyond.

Who is a Project RISE student?

A Project RISE Student:

Is motivated to learn and work hard
Responds to assistance in reaching their goals
Loves to learn and is intrinsically motivated
Has an excellent school attendance record
Is positive and respectful attitude toward teachers, peers, and self
Has proven academic potential
Is committed to attaining a college education
Strives to overcome academic challenges
Is willing and able to make a multi-year commitment to RISE Academy

Project RISE is a tuition-free program; students pay with their attendance and hard work!

Name

First Name

Last Name

Address

Address 1

Address 2

City

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Date of Birth

Is the Person of Hispanic or Latinx origin?

Race

Black/African American

White

Asian/Pacific Islander

Native American/indigenous peoples

Present school

Grade

School Address

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Address 2

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State/Province

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The applicant must complete the following section in their own words.

Describe you hobbies, interests, and accomplishments:

Describe your participation in extracurricular activities:

What do you do enjoy the most about your educational experience? What additional opportunities do you wish were available to you regarding your education?

Is there someone you look up to or admire? Why or Why not?

Describe a challenge that you have overcome in the past year? What was it? What steps did you take to persevere through the challenge?

One of the main goals of RISE Academy is to prepare students to take charge of their own future. What goals do you have for your future? What do you dream of accomplishing when you get older?

Applicant Signature

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Parent of Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian Name

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Last Name

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Employer

Employer Address

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Additional Parent or Guardian information

Parent or Guardian #2

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Who is the applicant's primary caregiver?

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Additional information

If there are special circumstances (i.e. health, special evaluations, tutoring, skipping or repeating a grade), which have affected your child's record, please indicate the nature of the circumstances.

Has your child previously applied or attended summer programs, or participated in any tutoring programs in the past three years? If so, please briefly state your child's experience.

Academic Information

In addition to this application, each applicant is required to submit an official school transcript(report cards from the past two years will also suffice), two (2) written recommendation letters - 1 from his/her English or math teacher and another from a trusted adult, and any available standardized testing results not already on file. The application cannot be processed without this information.

REGISTRATION & CANCELLATION INFORMATION

Cancellations must be submitted in writing two weeks prior to the session opening.

SIGNATURE of PARENT OF GUARDIAN

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My signature acknowledges that I have read and understood all of the information included with this application and that all of the information provided is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

Parent or guardian signature

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