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RISE Academy readers program praised as 'joyful' by students and staff; district considers expansion
School District Number 2 of Dorchester County Board of Education · November 11, 2025
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Summary
RISE Academy representatives and Austin Bailey staff described a reading‑mentor partnership in which older students read to elementary pupils and senior citizens. A student participating in the program described the experience as 'great.' District leaders said they plan to expand the program and add a writing‑buddy component.
At a Nov. 10 School District 2 board meeting, RISE Academy staff and Austin Bailey Elementary representatives presented Rise Readers, a literacy partnership that pairs older students with elementary students to build reading skills and mentorship.
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