Build resilience, foster relationships, and lead confidently with R.I.S.E.

At R.I.S.E, we revolutionize education by ensuring every student, especially underserved ones, access vital social-emotional skills. Our free tools foster self-awareness, resilience, and responsible decision-making, helping students thrive academically and personally. We build environments where everyone belongs, empowering students to succeed on their journey.
SEL also benefits teachers by creating calmer, more connected classrooms. Ultimately, it prepares students not just for school, but for life—helping them navigate challenges, communicate effectively, and grow into capable, balanced individuals.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) matters because it equips students with the skills they need to understand themselves, manage emotions, and build positive relationships. In today’s classrooms, students face increasing stress, distractions, and social challenges that go beyond academics. SEL helps them develop resilience, confidence, and the ability to make responsible decisions. When students feel supported emotionally, they are more engaged, behave better, and perform stronger academically.



Economic Value of SEL






Youth
R.I.S.E's signature youth education program, is a social emotional learning curriculum which gives students the skills to navigate life and prevent bullying and substance abuse.
According to CASEL’s research, students who engaged in SEL interventions academically performed 11 percentile points above those who did not. Additionally, students demonstrated improved classroom behavior, an increased ability to manage stress and depression, and better attitudes about themselves, others, and school.
20% of US students ages 12-18 report being bullied.
1 in 3 students said they had been the victim of cyberbullying, and 1 in 5 reported skipping school due to cyberbullying or violence as expressed in a study of students across 30 countries.
2 in 3 students said they are worried about violence in and around schools in a poll of 1 million young people from 160 countries conducted by UNICEF.
More than 1/3 of students have experienced bullying. More than 1/3 have been involved in physical fights.
Statistics from National Crime Victimization Survey and UNICEF
The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) recently published the results of a survey of top employers outlining the skills desired in new college graduates. Likewise, the World Economic Forum identified the top skills needed for the jobs of the future. The most necessary and desired skills are not related to any STEM field or technical proficiency. Instead, they are competencies directly related to the social and emotional skills built by R.I.S.E.
Statistics from Child Development, American Journal of Public Health, and Opportunity, Responsibility, and Security
RISE is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization • UEI: XC84LTY7ULH8 EIN: 843250531
Based in Rio Rancho, New Mexico • Serving schools nationwide
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