Since the R.I.S.E. Arkansas initiative was launched in 2017, many Arkansas communities have made great strides in their reading campaigns. We are boosting that level of commitment with the R.I.S.E. Community Award. The award acknowledges communities that are demonstrating that stronger readers make better citizens, and that literacy skills are vital for success in school and in life.

The Goal:

To support the R.I.S.E. Goals of creating community collaboration and building a culture of reading by capitalizing on available resources.

The Award:

The R.I.S.E. Community Award is designed to acknowledge communities that have established strong partnerships with local schools and/or districts to support literacy for all members of the community.

The Details:

To learn more about how to participate, visit:

• R.I.S.E. Community Award Overview and Guidance
• R.I.S.E. Community Award Video - Introduction and Details
• R.I.S.E. Community Award Promo Video
• R.I.S.E. Community Award Promotional Flyer and Rubric
• Letter of Commitment

For more information, please contact:

Brandon Waddell, SOAR/CLSD PR Advisor

Arkansas Department of Education

Division of Elementary and Secondary Education

Division of Learning Services, Curriculum Support Literacy Unit

Little Rock, AR 72201

Phone: 501-683-0401

Unit Phone: 501-683-0914

Email: Brandon.Waddell@ade.arkansas.gov