Academic Up-rise Inc. is a provider of tutoring service in core high school subjects and case management assistance for at-risk and homeless students attending public schools in Long Beach and vicinity.

The purpose of this program is to develop, implement and evaluate new methods by which to tutor and prepare "at-risk" students and athletes for standardized testing, and to help them to pass high school core subjects. This program is based on a seven-stage collaborative that links the local school district, social workers assisting homeless shelters, PTO/PTA's, local Food Banks, Community organizations, faith based organizations, and local government agencies providing assistance to "at-risk" students.

The purpose of this partnership is to develop and implement innovative curricular activities to help students matriculate into high school and enable them to take advantage of future life improvement opportunities. We also aim to get parents involved in the process.

Board Members

Board of Directors

Ms. Creasie Adams, Chairperson
Dr. Chandra Salaam-Gibson, Board Secretary
Mr. Victor Oliniano, Board Treasurer
Mr. Everett L. Glenn, Parliamentarian

Mr. Al Austin
Mr. Eric Brown
Mr. Stephon Carridine
Mr. Gabriel Garciamendez
Dr. Garon Harden
Mr. John Howard
Mr. Wilbert James
Mr. Carl Kemp
Honorable Val Lerch
Mr. Mike Murray
Mrs.Constance Turner

Missions Statement

To provide basic academic needs and enrichments for underserved "At-Risk" youth and student athletes. We address the achievement gap of economically challenged youth and empower them to effectively compete in the classroom and in life.

Advisory Council Members

Dr. F. King Alexander
Attorney Gary Anderson
Mr. Steven Chesser
Mr. John Edmond
Mr. Randy Gordon
Mr. Jesse Johnson
Dr. Gina M. Koency
Mr. Eric Moore
Mr. Ron Petke
Honorable Laura Richardson
Mr. Christopher J. Steinhauser
Mr. Craig Watson
Dr. Felton Williams