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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Surprising Beauty of Student-Led Activities
Student-led activities sit at the heart of Connections, where Crew members put new leadership skills into practice. But can teenagers […]
The Impact of Connections: Building Belonging and Transforming School Culture
When students feel seen, heard, and supported, they thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally. The Connections Program was designed to make that […]
What Students Are Saying About Connections
The results are in—and students are clearly finding great value in the Connections experience! Recent survey responses highlight just how […]
Local Spotlight: RARE and the Connections Program Featured in Community Magazine
RARE and its Connections program are featured in an upcoming issue of Stroll Laurelhurst & Windermere, a magazine dedicated to […]
Connections Crew Semester 1 Recap: Building Community, Creativity, and Leadership
The Connections Crew embarked on an exciting and transformative journey this semester, participating in various activities that fostered creativity, community […]
Join Us in Finding Activity Providers to Engage Students
Are you interested in helping empower students to lead activities that bring diverse groups of peers together, building a stronger […]