Movement · Literacy · STEM
Schools, Libraries & Daycares · DC · Maryland · Virginia
ARISE brings five connected programs (movement, reading, mindfulness, and STEM) into schools, libraries, and daycares across the DMV. One partner, every program your kids need.
Led by a Certified Reading Specialist and Science of Reading Certified Educator with 30+ years in DMV classrooms.
Loved by DMV families & schools
Learn.
Breathe.
Rise.
Programs delivered with schools, libraries & partners across the DMV
Testimonials
Real words from the DMV families, schools, and partners who trust ARISE with their kids, in classrooms, libraries, and living rooms across the region.
“Angela’s ARISE program has been transformative for my child, enhancing their academic performance and helping them manage stress. She creates a nurturing environment that fosters mindfulness and emotional balance. I highly recommend ARISE for any parent seeking to support their child’s development.”
Emily Thompson
Parent
“The after-school program has been a game-changer, the perfect balance of fun and mindfulness that helps my child unwind after a busy day. The activities promote focus, emotional regulation, and physical health. My child looks forward to it every week, and I’ve noticed such positive changes in their attitude and energy.”
Grace Nguyen
Parent
“I hosted my child’s birthday party with Angela and it was unforgettable. She crafted a fun, engaging yoga session that captivated all the kids. Her warmth and enthusiasm made the celebration truly special. The children left with big smiles and wonderful memories.”
Olivia Johnson
Parent
Want this for your child—or your school, library, or daycare?
5
core after-school programs
PreK–8
ages served
30+ yrs
classroom expertise
Our core focus
After-school is the heart of what we do. ARISE brings literacy, movement, mindfulness, and STEM into schools and out-of-school-time programs across the DMV. Consistent, certified, whole-child enrichment your school, library, or daycare can count on, week after week.
Our Programs
Five core after-school programs, plus seasonal camps and celebrations, each designed to meet kids where they are and help them grow stronger, calmer, and more confident readers and learners.
LiteracyFlagship program
Science of Reading–aligned tutoring and literacy enrichment
Small-group and one-on-one instruction grounded in the Science of Reading, designed to close gaps and build confident, capable readers.
MovementFlagship program
Movement-based learning that builds strength, coordination, and focus
An active, games-based movement program that gets kids moving with purpose, building gross motor skills, coordination, and the focus they need to learn.
LiteracyIndividualized literacy support for striving readers
Targeted, data-informed tutoring for students who need extra support, built around each child’s specific reading needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
MindfulnessMindfulness and movement for focus, calm, and connection
Playful, accessible yoga and breathwork that helps kids regulate, focus, and build emotional resilience, offered in schools, after-school programs, libraries, and daycares.
Health & STEMHands-on health science that explores the body, anatomy, and medicine
A hands-on health-science program where kids explore anatomy, how the body works, and the basics of medicine, from listening to a heartbeat with a stethoscope to mapping the body’s systems. It builds real curiosity about how we stay healthy.
Looking for a one-time event or summer program? We do those too.
Lookbook · Summer 2026
No stock photos — real kids, real poses, real mornings on the courts. Tap a frame, or open the full lookbook.
See the whole session, warm-up to final rest.
Built for Partnership
ARISE doesn't operate out of a single location. We bring our programs to you, wherever your kids are.
Before- and after-school programming, in-school enrichment blocks, and full-program partnerships with public school districts and charter networks across the DMV, including PGCPS and Two Rivers PCS.
PreK-focused movement and literacy programming for daycares and early learning centers, including our formal partnership with AppleTree Early Learning across DC.
Family-friendly Youth Yoga and literacy programming at libraries, including our ongoing series at the Alexandria Library (James Duncan Branch).
Where We'll Be Next
Family yoga at libraries, wellness pop-ups at neighborhood markets, and more. Come say hello, most sessions are free and family-friendly.
Sunday
Tuesday
For Schools, Districts & Organizations
Share your school or organization’s goals, schedule, and student population.
Program mix, cadence, group sizes, and staffing tailored to your site.
ARISE-certified instructors deliver consistent, high-quality programming your school, library, or daycare can count on.
For Families
Choose a program
Pick the class, camp, or party that fits your child and your schedule.
Book in seconds
Reserve a spot online or book a quick call, and we’ll confirm by email.
Watch them rise
Your child builds focus, calm, and confidence, one mindful breath at a time.
30+ years
in DMV classrooms
Meet the founder
Founder · Certified Reading Specialist · Science of Reading Certified Educator
Angela Gore Curry founded ARISE Educational Services in 2020 after more than three decades in DMV classrooms. A Certified Reading Specialist and Science of Reading Certified Educator, she has earned five consecutive Highly Effective ratings in DC Public Schools and brings deep expertise in literacy instruction, school leadership, and youth wellness to every ARISE program.
“I saw firsthand how crucial it is for children to feel balanced and supported, academically, emotionally, and physically. ARISE exists to bring all three together, wherever kids are.”
Today, Angela leads a team of certified instructors delivering Literacy in Motion, Mighty Movers, Reading Tutoring, Youth Yoga, and The Body Talks across schools, libraries, and daycares throughout the DMV.
FAQ
Everything schools, libraries, and parents ask before getting started.
ARISE offers five core programs: Literacy in Motion, Mighty Movers, Reading Tutoring, Youth Yoga, and The Body Talks, covering literacy, movement, mindfulness, and STEM.
Yes. ARISE partners with public school districts and charter networks across the DMV, including PGCPS, Two Rivers PCS, and AppleTree Early Learning, delivering before- and after-school programming.
Yes. ARISE runs family-friendly Youth Yoga and literacy programming at schools, libraries, and daycares, including an ongoing series at the Alexandria Library (James Duncan Branch).
All ARISE programs are led by certified instructors, including a Certified Reading Specialist and Science of Reading Certified Educator, and certified Youth Yoga & Wellness instructors.
Reach out through “Request a Proposal,” and we’ll learn about your site and build a custom program plan covering schedule, group size, and pricing.
ARISE programs are designed for PreK through Grade 8, with formats tailored to each age group and setting.
Let’s get started
Whether you’re a school, library, or family, ARISE has a program built for you.
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