Organization Details

In 1981 RICH started out as a community-based organization and incorporated in 1991, exemption granted pursuant to section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

RICH believes that by introducing students to "constructive language skills" by caring adults, public school students discover the importance how to take ownership for their school success from role models. All students are guided in the RICH 4 Guiding Principles; (1) students learn that they matter, (2) students learn to be responsible for their behavior, (3) students learn to be concerned for others, and (4) students learn to become self-directed learners using thinking strategies for school success.

RICH provides program services to students in grades 4 through 9 and students are encouraged to remain as peer leaders from 10th grade through college.

Program design offers the following strategies: peer leadership training, writing across the curriculum reinforcing the exploration of critical thinking, active learning, and informative writing.

RICH also offers web-based learning and support. RICH actively engages collaborative partners to prepare urban youth for school success and the new world of work.

Address

90-04 161st Street, Suite 201
Jamaica, Queens, NY 11432
(718) 523-4099

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