Da Vinci RISE High
Preparing students to lead, innovate, and thrive in the modern world.
Da Vinci RISE High is designed to support the unique needs of youth navigating foster care, housing instability, the juvenile justice system and/or other circumstances that have caused disruptions in their academic journeys.
Students are at the center of the RISE model; all aspects of the school experience adapt and respond to individuals’ needs and goals as they evolve, making it possible for students to succeed academically while caring for their mental, physical, and social-emotional needs. To that end, the student experience involves instructional, behavioral, and holistic components.
A Place Called Home welcomes all RISE students as members who have access to after school arts, education, and wellness programming, as well as wraparound counseling and case management support.
As APCH members, RISE students experience the enriching content and hands-on learning opportunities that we offer, empowering them to grow academically, socially, and emotionally while working toward high school graduation. APCH’s Mentoring, Higher Education, and Workforce Readiness programs proudly support RISE by delivering dynamic, engaging workshops during their school day, rooted in our Positive Youth Development model.
Graduation Pathways
RISE schools have three graduation pathways available that align to California regulations. Each pathway has slightly different credit requirements and end goals to align with students’ postsecondary plans.
Flexible Schedules
School counselors collaborate with students and their parents/guardians to design a schedule that meets both their academic and personal needs.
Blended Learning
The flexible schedule at RISE schools is made possible through the use of blended learning. Students digitally access coursework through Google Classroom and Canvas to prepare for in-person instruction and project work time.
Project-based Learning
Teachers use interdisciplinary projects to connect students’ learning to their interests, passions, and strengths. These projects allow students to demonstrate their progress toward mastering universal competencies that focus on process over product.
Mastery and Competency-based Instruction
Students are evaluated based on the knowledge and skills they demonstrate rather than time in class or work completion. They are given multiple opportunities to revise and strengthen their work after receiving feedback from their teacher.
Career Readiness
Students engage in a variety of activities to expose them to postsecondary options and prepare them for life after graduation, including a mandatory World of Work course to learn how to create a resume, apply for a job, and interview; field experiences at local workplaces; and project-based learning aligned to actual careers.