Are you a young adult thinking about life after high school? Have you considered the R.I.S.E. program?
R.I.S.E. (Reaching, Individual, Success, in Education) is a collaboration between Alfred State and Allegany Arc’s ACHIEVE Career Consultants. The program is for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities who wish to continue their education after high school in a collegiate environment (up to four years).
The R.I.S.E. program focuses on creating a unique and age-appropriate educational experience that nurtures students’ social and academic growth. Students are given access to a myriad of experiential learning opportunities through service learning, work study, mentoring, and internships.
Students audit Alfred State classes each semester and are given privileges similar to those of Alfred State College students. Alfred State College students serve as peer mentors for R.I.S.E. students, assisting them to become fully integrated into the college community.
“Staff is very attentive in explaining content to me. They know the content they’re teaching.” – Joe D., Program Participant
If you or someone you know is interested in the R.I.S.E program, please contact: Christina Lyon, Vice President of Vocational Services, at (585) 593-3005 x 227 or christina.lyon@alleganyarc.org.
