Greater Savannah Chapter Inducted R.I.S.E. Mentoring Class
Six high school girls joined the inaugural mentorship program on September 2, 2026, in Savannah.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Secondary Education
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The Greater Savannah Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women held an induction ceremony for its first R.I.S.E. Mentoring Program class on September 2, 2026. The program serves local high school girls through mentorship focused on leadership and career development.
Why it matters
This program aims to empower area students as they transition toward young womanhood by providing structured guidance and exposure to new fields. It seeks to foster growth in academic achievement and personal development for its participants.
The inaugural class consists of six mentees selected to participate in the program. This cohort is the first group to undergo the curriculum since the local chapter was chartered on February 1, 2025.
The players
Greater Savannah Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women
This local organization provides professional and personal development resources to the community.
The details
Mentors provide guidance on personal growth, social development, and S.T.E.A.M. subjects, including coding and Artificial Intelligence. The ceremony was held at the historic St. Philip Monumental AME Church to officially launch the initiative for the high school participants.
Timeline
February 1, 2025: The Greater Savannah Chapter was chartered.
September 2, 2026: The first R.I.S.E. mentoring class was inducted.
Culture Shift
This program reflects a broader societal push to bridge the gap in S.T.E.A.M. education for minority youth by providing targeted, community-based mentorship. It follows a model used by national organizations to prepare high school students for future leadership roles.
Local high school girls and their families can look for future enrollment opportunities as the chapter plans to expand the program. The curriculum provides students with exposure to high-growth fields like Artificial Intelligence and coding within their own community.
The takeaway
Mentoring initiatives provide students with crucial access to academic and professional guidance in specialized fields. Consistent participation in such programs can significantly influence the trajectory of students as they prepare for higher education and career paths.
Further reading
Learn more about local learning initiatives in the Secondary Education section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Savannah Tribune.
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