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Causes: Education
Mission: The mission of the rise school of houston is to provide the highest quality of education services to children with developmental disabilities and those without disabilities.
Programs: The rise school provides family-centered services designed to meet the individualized needs of all children and families. The school's goal is to provide a blend of educational and therapy services within the context of a developmentally appropriate curriculum and to prepare children for their next educational environment. The school has an enrollment of approximately 97 students. 59% have down syndrome 5% have other disabilities, and 36% are non-disabled. 31% represent minority populations. During 2014 the school provided financial assistance to 76% students. The school has an affiliation agreement with texas childrens hospital to provide a coordinated program to meet the needs of the schools students. Under the affiliation agreement, texas childrens provides, without charge, utilities, maintenance, housekeeping, security, therapists, and consultation related to the operation of the school.