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Congratulations, Project Rise Cohort 3!
Just last month, Project Rise held a Finishing Ceremony for our third cohort of participants. The results of this cohort far exceeded the program’s expected outcomes:
13 participants earned their GED
9 completed internships (a whopping 180 hours, each)
10 earned jobs through Project Rise efforts
3 were accepted at Kingsborough Community College (taking credits with them!)
Apply to Project Rise, Fall 2013, today!
We’re accepting applications for Project Rise, Fall 2013!
Do you know someone between 18-24 who is not enrolled in school, not employed, resides in NYC and is looking for a comprehensive GED® or pre-GED® program? Project Rise can assist them in achieving their academic and employments goals. We are excited to offer this program to young adults and would appreciate your help spreading the word about what we do. Participants are eligible to receive:
Up to 5 college credits
Paid internships
Job placement assistance
Resume building assistance
Counseling services
College enrollment assistance
Full access to KCC facilities
Project Rise is located on Kingsborough Community College’s beautiful beachfront campus. Space is limited and classes begin in October, 2013, so contact us today. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at 718.368.6600 or ProjectRise@kbcc.cuny.edu.
Kingsborough Community College
Project Rise, T7-115
2001 Oriental Blvd
Brooklyn, NY 11235
Happy Project Rise Moments
Hannibul is part of Cohort 3 in Project Rise. He is all smiles with his GED at hand! He is one of three participants who have recently obtained this document. Cohort 3 now has 10 GED recipients. We are so proud!!