Rise Up Academy

FINAL RISE UP STUDENT SPOTLIGHT OF THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR:
When Damari arrived at Rise Up Academy in April, he wasted no time getting to work. Since then, he has completed an incredible nine Edmentum courses, moving so quickly that we've had to keep finding new courses for him to take!

With the support and encouragement of Ms. Lee, Damari has demonstrated an outstanding level of dedication and commitment to his education. We are incredibly proud of the hard work he puts in each day and the progress he continues to make.

Keep up the amazing work, Damari!

Join us as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2026 from Rise Up Academy and South Bend Virtual School. We are incredibly proud of the hard work that our graduates have shown throughout their educational journeys, and we look forward to honoring this important milestone with them.

When? Saturday, June 6
Where? The Century Center South Bend
What time? Ceremony begins at 10:00 AM

GRADUATES:
Please arrive by 9:00 AM for lineup and check-in. Students who arrive late may not be guaranteed entry into the ceremony.

Congratulations, Class of 2026! We can't wait to celebrate with you and your families. 🐦‍🔥🩵

END OF THE YEAR SPOTLIGHT:

Last week, Rise Up Academy celebrated the second year of the School Improvement Grant (SIG) alongside students, staff, and community members. The event gave us the chance to reflect on how far we have come over the past two years and recognize the impact the grant has had on our school. Students and staff shared their experiences, showcased different projects and events that they have worked on, and highlighted some of the opportunities and improvements that have been made possible through the grant. It was a great opportunity to celebrate the hard work of our school community and the progress we continue to make together. 🐦‍🔥🩵

RISE UP SPOTLIGHT:

This year, Adrien, Myomie, and Diana took on the African American History Challenge, spending months studying from a college-level textbook to prepare for the competition. While the competition itself took place on March 18, the real accomplishment was the dedication they showed throughout the entire school year.

These students put in the work, stayed committed, and represented Rise Up Academy with pride. We wanted to take a moment to recognize their effort, perseverance, and willingness to challenge themselves.

A special thank you goes to Mrs. Wells, whose support and encouragement made this opportunity possible. We are proud of these students for stepping up, sticking with it, and representing Rise Up so well. 🐦‍🔥🩵

RISE UP SPOTLIGHT:
We love recognizing students who go above and beyond, and Shamarion is a wonderful example of that sort of dedication. His positive attitude, strong work ethic, and genuine desire to learn make him stand out in the classroom each and every day. In Mr. Sweeney's class, Shamarion is never satisfied with simply getting the right answer. He wants to understand the “why” behind it all. His curiosity, respectfulness, and commitment to doing his best are qualities that truly deserve to be celebrated.
We are proud to have Shamarion as part of the Rise Up community! 🐦‍🔥🩵

More community service projects took place this past Monday as Rise Up Academy students continued finding ways to give back to the community!

These photos capture Mrs. Wells's students volunteering at a local retirement home, where they spent time helping residents and spreading kindness through conversation and service. We are proud of our students for representing Rise Up with compassion, positivity, and a willingness to make a difference in the lives of others. 🐦‍🔥🩵

RISE UP SPOTLIGHT:
When Raveonna arrived at Rise Up Academy in late March, she was tasked with completing a full Edmentum schedule in a very short amount of time. Through consistency and hard work, she not only met expectations, but exceeded them by completing all 8 courses ahead of schedule. With the support and encouragement of Ms. Lee, Raveonna stayed focused and committed every step of the way.

We are incredibly proud of Raveonna and the dedication she continues to show toward her education and future. 🐦‍🔥🩵

Wednesday evening, Rise Up Academy's very own Myomie, along with other students across the district, participated in a youth-led town hall focusing on mental health. Events like these help create important conversations about emotional well being, support, and the importance of making sure students within the community feel heard both inside and outside of the classroom. We are proud of Myomie and the other members of the Youth Advisory Council for using their voices to advocate for themselves and others while helping break the stigma surrounding mental health.
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