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college all-starsThe HiRisers after-school program, run for youth by youth, trains high school students to work with elementary and middle school students teaching them literacy, life-skills and sports. Through unique, interactive workshops, and by using sports as a "hands-on" learning tool, the high school Youth Staff build literacy skills and teach the important life-skills of communication, teamwork and leadership. During the summer, HiRisers acts as a day camp with Youth Staff working full time as counselors.

tyquan"When the kids I work with in the HiRisers Program run up to me in my neighborhood, it feels good to know that they are excited to see me. You get to bond with these kids and help change their lives as much as they are changing yours."
Kevin, 17

The HiRisers after-school program focuses on...

energizing

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  • HiRisers prioritizes having fun and participation over competition

educating

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  • HiRisers teaches reading, writing, listening, and the life skills - communication, teamwork, and leadership

empowering

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  • HiRisers increases the self-esteem of the Youth Staff by giving them an opportunity to be a positive influence on younger children