About Us Overview

SIATech Superintendent/CEO Linda Dawson had a vision for an organization where like-minded educators could discuss and learn about working with the at-promise student population. With hard work and collaboration from staffers throughout SIATech, the Reaching At-Promise Students Association (RAPSA) was born.


Mission

The mission of RAPSA is to be the leading resource for professionals working with at-promise learners. Following the belief that all students are entitled to develop their potential, RAPSA strives to improve educational practices that empower those learners for whom traditional methods have failed.
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Teacher Stories

Ivory Kennedy’s classroom is filled with drug abusers, runaways, and convicted felons. How does she make learning meaningful and relevant for them?
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The Team

The RAPSA team is made up of dedicated professionals, who are committed to improving the quality of education.
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Photo Gallery

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goView our 2007 RAPS National Conference photo gallery