Education

Educational Advocacy

RHI assists participants with the following:

1. advocating with teachers and guidance counselors for youth who are struggling in school,
2. finding appropriate educational placements if a school transfer is needed,
3. assisting young people who have dropped out of school to re-enroll,
4. helping parents who need assistance advocating for their child,
5. creating study plans or behavior modification tools.

RHI youth explore the city.

College Preparation

RHI has a college readiness program that assists young people with the following:

1. managing a college search from start to finish,
2. registering for the SATs,
3. applying to colleges,
4. identifying and applying for scholarships and financial aid,
5. taking college exploration trips, and
6. providing support and assistance once a student is attending college.

RHI Ambassadors

High school seniors have the opportunity to become an RHI Ambassador. Besides providing individual support to each young person to ensure they are on track to graduate, participants also practice public speaking and exercising their leadership through self-initiated projects that focus on creating positive community change. Throughout the academic year seniors also participate in the college readiness program.

Tutoring

Tutoring is provided daily during after school hours in individual and small group settings.

Middle School After School Program

RHI offers five day per week middle school programming for youth in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. The program serves 40 students and focuses on academic enrichment, homework help, leadership through sports, life skills developed through health and arts activities, and recreation. The program strives to support youth toward academic excellence.

GED Classes

In a partnership with the Fifth Avenue Committee, RHI offers GED classes three mornings per week. Participants must be at least 18 years old. Extra support outside of class is offered through our tutoring component. Classes run during the school year.

ESL Classes

In partnership with the Fifth Avenue Committee, RHI offers ESL classes two mornings per week for English language learners. Students must be 18 or older.