RISE Campaigns

The second phase of the Charleston RISE fellowship program harnesses the education advocates’ passion for excellent schools and their newly expanded knowledge of educational issues to begin as they begin taking meaningful action and strengthening their leadership skills.

Specifically, parent advocates spearhead team projects in the Charleston community designed to make excellent schools a reality and. These projects, which are designed and selected by the fellows, have ranged from building a parent advocacy program to be implemented through churches, to generating local support for high-quality public schools in North Charleston.

School Board Accountability

The campaign project will design, implement and manage a report card where key votes are scored and reported to the public. The purpose of this project is to hold the current school board accountable to help improve student outcomes

Community Outreach

The Community Outreach Committee must engage and form relationships between RISE and other partners such as neighborhood communities, other organizations, businesses, churches and schools within Charleston County..

Elections & Endorsements

Through the Elections & Endorsements Committee, RISE evaluates board member performance; educate alumni and advocate on local and statewide education legislation; as well as partner with local and statewide organizations to promote RISE’s mission and vision.

Alumni Engagement

Through its Alumni Engagement Committee, RISE alumni work to continue to engage alumni upon graduation. The Alumni Engagement Committee is also the sector of alumni who manages the RISE Helpdesk.