The Rise School of Austin held their annual Shine with Rise gala at Brazos Hall. Over 200 attendees, including Rise parents, alumni, advocates and local businesses gathered for an entertaining and impactful evening in support of inclusive early education at Rise.
The event kicked off with a cocktail hour on Brazo Hall’s downtown rooftop, featuring live music, a silent auction, a Purse & Clutch pop-up shop, games, and a photo booth. Guests then moved into the ballroom for a dinner and program that included powerful stories from the Rise community and an exciting live auction, followed by an afterparty back on the rooftop.
All proceeds from this event will benefit The Rise School of Austin’s mission to provide high-quality early childhood education to children of all abilities in an inclusive classroom setting. At Rise, 50 percent of students are typically developing, and 50 percent have a delay or disability, such as Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, etc. All learn side-by-side and receive the tools and support they need to have the best possible start. For more information, visit www.riseschoolaustin.org.
