Eligibility

Each building has a Rising Scholars review team that is responsible for identifying students who have the potential to be successful in the program. This is a collaboration between the middle schools and the high schools. Candidates are evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Math, science and English grades of 'B' or higher
• Lexile score of 1000 or higher
• PSAT/ACT/ scores
• Proficiency on the M-Step in English Language Arts and Math
• Satisfactory attendance history
• Positive discipline history

Program Expectations

• 9th grade leadership course - year-long (2 trimesters at Skyline) + 10 volunteer hours
• 10th grade - peer and mentor support  + 10 volunteer hours + one 1-1 meeting with building coordinator per semester Please note: There is no leadership course offered in the 10th grade.
• 11th grade - 1 semester leadership course + 10 volunteer hours + One 1-1 meeting with building coordinator per semester
• 12th grade - 1 semester leadership course  + 10 volunteer hours + One 1-1 meeting with building coordinator per semester

Program Outcomes

• Prepared to take AP/AC courses
• Increased study skills through participation in study groups and tutoring
• Increased enrollment and completion of AP/AC courses
• Successful completion of a financial literacy course
• Increased enrichment in Summer Learning Academy in English and math courses
• Gained awareness of the process of attending college
• Enhanced soft skills as identified by the College Board
• Self-efficacy related to college awareness
• Improved high school graduation, college matriculation, and college completion rates
• Help close achievement gap with under-represented subgroups
• Strong leadership skills