Rising Leaders Academy operates on a year-round schedule. We have gotten fantastic feedback from our community, including people who have chosen our school in part BECAUSE of our calendar!

RLA Families - Just a reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 16th in recognition of Presidents' Day

Getting SO Excited for our Valentine's Sock Hop this Friday! We can't wait to see our Wolfpack's festive Valentine's attire and socks!

Q3 Progress Reports will go home next Friday, February 13th!

What is RLA trying to accomplish?
The philosophy of Rising Leaders Academy is to embrace all students, regardless of their background and ability level. We provide a strong academic setting that is supportive, innovative, creative, and effective.
Our name: Rising Leaders Academy speaks of our commitment to working closely with each student and investing fully to help them achieve their potential in whatever path life takes them.
Learn more about our philosophy here: https://www.rla-nc.org/page/rla-philosophy
The philosophy of Rising Leaders Academy is to embrace all students, regardless of their background and ability level. We provide a strong academic setting that is supportive, innovative, creative, and effective.
Our name: Rising Leaders Academy speaks of our commitment to working closely with each student and investing fully to help them achieve their potential in whatever path life takes them.
Learn more about our philosophy here: https://www.rla-nc.org/page/rla-philosophy

Enrollment for grades K-5 is now open at Rising Leaders Academy for the 2026-2027 school year! RLA is Sanford's ONLY K-5 Tuition-Free Public Charter School. We operate on a year-round calendar, providing flexibility for our families. Our nurturing small-school environment allows us to focus on the development of the whole child for each and every one of our students!
Apply Today: https://app.lotterease.com/cgi-bin/sl_V2_1.pl?session_id=&user_id=&account_id=366&nav=Parents_Registration/
Apply Today: https://app.lotterease.com/cgi-bin/sl_V2_1.pl?session_id=&user_id=&account_id=366&nav=Parents_Registration/

📌 Board Meeting Cancellation Notice
The regularly scheduled Rising Leaders Academy Board of Directors meeting planned for tonight at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled.
Updates regarding a future meeting date will be shared once available.
The regularly scheduled Rising Leaders Academy Board of Directors meeting planned for tonight at 6:00 p.m. has been cancelled.
Updates regarding a future meeting date will be shared once available.

📣 Exciting News from Rising Leaders Academy! 🎉
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Mrs. Demetrice Green, our new Principal!
Mrs. Green brings over 20 years of experience in education, most recently serving as Assistant Principal at Beaverdam Elementary in Raleigh. She is a passionate and dedicated leader committed to academic excellence, student development, and building an inclusive and supportive school culture.
We are thrilled to have her join the RLA family and lead us into an exciting new chapter. 💙🐺
Help us welcome Mrs. Green in the comments below!
#RisingLeadersAcademy #WelcomePrincipalGreen #RLAPride #EducationalLeadership #StrongerTogether #CommunityMatters

Happy Last Day of School! Congratulations to all of our scholars for all of their hard work this year. We are so proud of you all.
Have an amazing summer. We will see you on July 21st 💙🐺

We have a busy day planned tomorrow. Come celebrate our scholars and their amazing accomplishments! 💙🐺

Happy Mother's Day!!!
We love our Mommas here at RLA 🐺💙 Send a shoutout below to your favorite!

Tomorrow is the last day of Teacher Appreciation Week. It is not too late to show your appreciation to the people who impact your scholar's education daily!!
Show them all the love they deserve- they are truly amazing!!

Happy Teacher's Appreciation Week!
We are so thankful for the amazing teachers and staff that we have here at RLA. Their dedication does not go unnoticed.
Drop a note below to thank them and share the love!

The 25-26 Lottery is OPEN and ready for you! Come see RLA during one of our tours and see why you belong here.
Apply now: www.RLA-NC.org

Don't forget RLA will be CLOSED Friday, April 18th. Enjoy your 3 day weekend! 🐰

Spring is the time for all things new! Now is the time to consider RLA.
Now enrolling for the 25-26 School Year for K-5th grade.
Come grow with us! www.RLA-NC.org

It's not too late to order a yearbook! Don't miss out on your chance to purchase!!!
Order online https://strawbridge.fotomerchanthv.com/

It's not to late to sign up to be a vendor at our Makers Market!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSduaiPIAWp9OgYLUPgZmM5xXD6s7HIQPcvo10GhyaTlDq66_A/viewform?usp=sharing

All RLA scholars have completed their i-Ready end-of-year diagnostic! Many students showed incredible growth, some advancing multiple grade levels. Way to go, RLA scholars! We are so proud!! 💙🐺

Amazing opportunity available now! Come join our fantastic team.

