Thriving in Independent School, A DISCUSSION WITH KENDRA JAMES | ADMISSIONS: A MEMOIR OF SURVIVING BOARDING SCHOOL
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Join us for a lively discussion with Kendra James, author of Admissions: A Memoir of Surviving Boarding School, about finding your fit in independent schools. Moderated by Gina Parker Collins (founder/CEO of RIISE), we will talk about how students can find the dream school for their authentic selves. This is an in-person event hosted on the Harvey campus.
Admissions is a sharp-witted and deeply insightful look into the storied world of elite prep schools from the first African-American legacy student to graduate from The Taft School.
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10th RIISE Martha's Vineyard Event
Join us on April 11, 2022, from 7-8PM ET for a conversation with Mark Robinson and Raymond Smaltz, III, who will talk about their book, “Place of Privilege.” Mark and Ray are among the very first young Black men to attend The Dalton School. Their book tells the story about what happened to the Black boys placed into this strange new world, without any support system or rules of engagement.
10th RIISE Parent Power Conference - In Person!
Join us on April 11, 2022, from 7-8PM ET for a conversation with Mark Robinson and Raymond Smaltz, III, who will talk about their book, “Place of Privilege.” Mark and Ray are among the very first young Black men to attend The Dalton School. Their book tells the story about what happened to the Black boys placed into this strange new world, without any support system or rules of engagement.
Caregiver Wellness Moment -A Fairchester Independent School Community Event
Join us on April 11, 2022, from 7-8PM ET for a conversation with Mark Robinson and Raymond Smaltz, III, who will talk about their book, “Place of Privilege.” Mark and Ray are among the very first young Black men to attend The Dalton School. Their book tells the story about what happened to the Black boys placed into this strange new world, without any support system or rules of engagement.