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. Gabriel Garciamendez, Chairperson
Dr. Chandra Salaam-Gibson, Board Secretary
Mr. Victor Oliniano, Board Treasurer

Mr. John Edmond
Mr. Gabriel Garciamendez
Dr. Garon Harden
Mr. Del Heintz
Mr. John Howard
Honorable Val Lerch
Rev. Welton Pleasant
Mrs.Constance Turner

Missions Statement

Academic UpRise is a non-profit organization committed to providing basic academic 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 through technology.

Advisory Council Members

Dr. F. King Alexander
Attorney Gary Anderson
Dr. Byron D. Clift Breland, PhD
Mr. Eric Brown
Mr. Randy Gordon
Dr. Gina M. Koency
Mr. Ron Petke
Honorable Laura Richardson
Mr. Christopher J. Steinhauser
Mr. Craig Watson
Dr. Felton Williams