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Preparing tomorrow’s youth today.
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Our mission is to equip today’s underprivileged youth with the latest media arts and technology tools + information. Preparing them for tomorrow’s highly competitive job and entrepreneurial markets.
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If we don’t prepare our youth, who will?
Our students have direct access to national, regional, and local mentors. Rise + Shine Center for Media Arts & Technology is staffed with a diverse and experienced team of industry professionals, volunteers, and specialized college tutors.