For parents & students

Find your program.

Rooted brings students together through dance and creative mentorship. Elevate helps young women explore life after high school through mentors and community speakers. Here is what parents and students need to know.

Find the right program

Rooted or Elevate?

Rooted

Creative mentorship at FHS

A free, school-day program combining hip-hop dance, emotional regulation, life skills, and mentorship.

Elevate

Preparing for life after high school

Mentors and guest speakers help young women explore careers, ask questions, and consider their next steps.

Frequently asked questions

A few practical answers.

Who is Rooted for?

Rooted serves Fayetteville High School students, with incoming freshmen and sophomores prioritized.

Does Rooted cost anything?

No. Rooted is free for students to participate.

When does Rooted meet?

Rooted meets weekly during the school day at Fayetteville High School.

How does a student join Rooted?

Fayetteville High School social workers and counselors refer and select students for the program. Start with a school social worker or counselor if you have a question about participation.

Who is Elevate for?

Elevate serves students at ALLPS High School.

Does Elevate cost anything?

No. Elevate is free for students to participate.

When does Elevate meet?

Elevate meets twice a month in a large group. One-on-one mentors meet on a schedule agreed upon by each mentor and mentee.

How does a student join Elevate?

ALLPS High School counselors and social workers identify and refer students through the school approval process. Elevate does not accept public website sign-ups.

Have a question?

Get in touch with Thrive.

For participation, speak with a school social worker or counselor at Fayetteville High School for Rooted or ALLPS High School for Elevate. Email Thrive with other program questions.

Email Thrive Collective