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MISSION Statement
MISSION Statement
Embracing diversity , promoting culturally responsive pedagogy and shaping the future of education .
Background Founded in 2019 by Dr . Christine W . Alves , a former educator , RISPE focuses on recruiting and training teachers of color while providing pathways to English to Speakers of Other Languages ( ESOL ) certification for practicing teachers .
Brag Lines Since our founding in 2019 , RISPE has trained 41 % of the 111 educators prepared for ESOL certification statewide , meaning RISPE is responsible for almost half of the new ESOL-certified teachers in the entire state .
Pay it Forward Empower the next generation by investing in inclusive education ! At RISPE , we certify teachers in cultural competency and recruit BIPOC educators to create equitable classrooms across Rhode Island . Your support helps us provide training and resources to educators dedicated to making a difference . Join us in paying it forward by scanning the QR code or visiting rhodeislandspe . org today ! Let ’ s transform education and change lives — one teacher , one classroom , one student at a time .
To promote and encourage the empowerment of people with significant challenges so that each may pursue their highest possible degree of personal well-being and independence .
Background Seven Hills Rhode Island is a comprehensive health and human services organization supporting over 1,000 Rhode Islanders with a wide range of services for infants through seniors with disabilities and other life challenges .
Brag Lines Leader in providing person-centered supports promoting self-determination , independence and choice .
• Child & Family Services , Respite
• Early Intervention
• Adult Day Health
• Day Habilitation
• Adult Residential Options
• Shared Living
• Supported Employment
• Community Supports
Pay it Forward Your support directly funds programs for people with disabilities and life challenges to SEE the possibilities , BELIEVE in their abilities and ACHIEVE their dreams .
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Donate today and help us create lasting change in our public schools .
Enroll in our culturally responsive teacher certification programs and become a leader for change in Rhode Island ’ s public schools !
Help shape the future of education by volunteering with RISPE to support culturally competent teaching !
Scan the QR code to learn how to help with our program efforts .
Upcoming Events Accelerated Teacher Certification ( ATC ) Application Deadline Feb . 1 , 2025
ESOL Certification Application Deadline May 13 , 2025
Rhode Island School for Progressive Education
225 Dyer St ., 2nd Floor Providence , RI 02903 401-617-1262 info @ rhodeislandspe . com
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Donate online at sevenhills . org / donate
Donate items : Technology and education supplies for clinicians , children & families ; toys , books , therapy equipment / supplies for Early Intervention ; arts / music supplies for adults with disabilities ; supplies for Horticulture Therapy .
Volunteer : Share your time and talents with our participants and staff . Our Integrated Arts Program welcomes volunteers to prepare for its two annual productions .
Upcoming Events Integrated Arts Program Trinity Rep Theater January and June 2025
Seven Hills Rhode Island
1 Albion Road , Suite 201 Lincoln , RI 02865 401-597-6700
www . sevenhills . org / affiliates / seven-hills-rhode-island
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