Restorative Practices Community Coalition Forum
Please join us for our next RPCC Meeting on Monday, March 30th @ 5:00-6:15 pm PT. We are looking forward […]
When Community Shows Up for Students
CDC research shows that when students feel connected at school, they are more likely to earn higher grades and test […]
A Smarter Path to Better Grades: Train Student Leaders
Research has shown again and again that students do better in school when they feel like they belong. They are […]
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Graduation Inequities Abound at Roosevelt
Several RARE Board members heard students’ concerns at a Black Student Union (BSU) meeting in February 2026. Some things are […]
RARE Documentary Featured at RHS Labor History Series
Save the date! Free community event! Thursday, April 23, 2026 @ 7 pm in RHS Theater The RHS Labor History […]
RARE & Roosevelt Academic Inequity Efforts
The following is an effort to keep RARE and its supporters fully informed regarding the ongoing efforts by RARE and […]
Black History Month 2026: A Century of Celebration
This February marks the 100 year anniversary of the official recognition of Black History in the United States. Accordingly, Commemoration […]
What 362 Student Surveys Reveal About Belonging: Fun Helps, Peer Support Matters More
Over the 2024-2025 school year and into summer 2025, the Connections program collected 362 student exit-ticket surveys after meetups and […]
Thank You for Powering RARE into 2026!
As we begin a new year, we want to pause and say thank you. Because of the generosity of our […]
Building Belonging: From Seeking to Leading
When you meet Dulce Vasquez, a senior at Garfield High School, the first thing you notice is their calm presence. […]
Professor Quintard Taylor, 1948-2025, A Remembrance
The year just concluded saw the untimely passing of Quintard Taylor, professor emeritus of the University of Washington. Professor Taylor, […]
The Connections Crew Takes To Open Discussions – a Recap
On November 19th, RARE’s Open Discussions Committee presented a panel of students who, like many of RARE’s founders over the […]
Oh, What a Night! RARE’s 5th Anniversary Celebration
In a beautifully decorated and purposeful venue filled to capacity, supporters joyously gathered for RARE’s 5th Anniversary Celebration at the […]
MONEY, MONEY, MONEY, MONEY!
Now that we’ve got your attention, let’s talk about higher education. The Roosevelt Alumni for Racial Equity (RARE) Scholarship Committee […]
RARE Open Discussion: The Power of Connections for Students Today
Join RARE for an inspiring Open Discussion exploring how the Connections program helps students build meaningful relationships and foster a […]
