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The Rise Schools of Texas are private schools providing
the highest quality of early childhood education services to
children with Down Syndrome and other similar developmental delays,
as well as
children without disabilities. The schools adhere to the
philosophy and recommended practices of both early childhood
special education and general early childhood education.
Under the long-term leadership and influence of Martha Cook, Ph.D.,
Rise has developed and implemented an effective early childhood
special education approach. A unique component of the program is
the integration of children having developmental disabilities with
peers not having developmental concerns, which has resulted in
children's achievements beyond previous expectations.
Both Enron and the Dallas Cowboys sponsor the Rise schools
through the First Downs for Down program. By pledging
their support whenever the Cowboys make a first down, America's
Team and America's leading energy company are teaming up
to make a difference.
Started in Alabama and Dallas, the Rise School formula has been duplicated again! The Brenda and John Duncan Rise School of Houston (named after Enron Board member, John Duncan) opened in January 2000. It is affiliated with Texas Children's Hospital, which provided the space for the school Enron planned the opening which included all Rise donors including Ken and Linda Lay and Rick and Elizabeth Causey. Rick is a Rise School Board of Director. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, please contact Deb Gebhardt at 713-853-9606.
To find out more about Rise Schools of Texas and First Downs for Down
Syndrome visit the Rise School web site at www.riseschool.com.
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