RISE EDUCATION
Empowering young people through mindset, confidence and real-world experience
Led by Jackie Scott
Speaker | Educator | Founder of RISE
With over 30 years working with young people, Jackie Scott has built a reputation for deeply connecting with students and creating experiences that have a lasting impact.
From classrooms to professional stages, Jackie has mentored thousands of young people including performers now working across Broadway, the West End, film, television and Disney.
Her work is grounded in one belief:
Every young person deserves to feel confident in who they are.
With advanced qualifications in both education and the performing arts, Jackie brings a rare combination of academic expertise and over 30 years of real-world experience working with young people.
Helping young people keep their light on in a world that asks them to dim it.
Building confidence, self-worth and a strong sense of who they are.
Our Programs
The Truth About Girls
A powerful, interactive experience for female students, designed to build confidence, identity, self-worth and emotional wellbeing. Drawing on Jackie Scott’s deep experience working with thousands of young people, this session helps girls understand what they are feeling, realise they are not alone, and reconnect with who they are. Tailored for any age group from Foundation to Year 12, each session is adapted to suit the developmental stage, needs and emotional world of the students in the room.
Confidence Workshops
High-energy, age-appropriate workshops using the performing arts as a powerful tool to build confidence, self-expression and connection. These sessions help students step outside their comfort zone, use their voice, take positive risks and feel proud of who they are. Tailored from Foundation to Year 12, workshops may include movement, storytelling, performance, reflection and group activities designed to help young people feel more confident, connected and seen.
Performing Arts Workshops
Professional training experiences led by current industry performers, created for students in dance, drama, music and musical theatre. These workshops bring real-world insight directly into the classroom, studio or rehearsal room, inspiring students through practical training, performance coaching and industry connection. Tailored for all levels from Foundation to Year 12, including VCE and VET, each workshop is designed in consultation with teachers to support and elevate the work already happening within the school.
Professional Mentorship & Rehearsal Support
A focused professional rehearsal visit designed to support students preparing for school musicals, plays, VCE assessments, VET performances and other live audience events. A RISE industry professional attends a rehearsal, watches student work and provides genuine industry feedback, insight, motivation and encouragement. Tailored to the age and level of the students, this experience supports and champions the work already created by the school while helping students build confidence, performance quality and pride in their work.
Industry Judges and Feedback
Professional adjudication and constructive feedback for school Performing Arts events, showcases, festivals, House competitions, concerts and performance evenings. RISE connects schools with respected industry professionals who provide feedback that is specific, encouraging, age-appropriate and designed to support student learning. Suitable for students from Foundation to Year 12, this offering helps elevate the standard of school events while giving students the powerful experience of being seen and supported by working professionals.
Staff PD and Parent Sessions
Insightful and practical sessions for staff and parents focused on confidence, self-worth, the developing brain and how to support young people through the pressures of growing up. Jackie shares clear, relatable strategies to help adults understand what young people are navigating socially, emotionally and developmentally — and how to respond in ways that build confidence rather than shame. Sessions can be tailored for primary, tween or teen communities, helping schools and families work together to support young people to keep their light on.
Where the professional performing arts world meets a deep understanding of young people.
We don’t just bring performance into schools, we use it as a powerful tool to connect, build confidence and support young people’s development in a way that truly resonates.
RISE Education is a collection of powerful, real-world learning experiences designed to:
• build confidence and self-worth
• strengthen mindset and resilience
• support wellbeing and emotional development
• create meaningful, lasting impact
Every session is:
• engaging and interactive
• grounded in real experience — not theory
• led by professionals working at the highest level
• designed to create a genuine shift in students
Our approach
RISE Education meets students where they are.
Through carefully designed experiences, we help young people:
• understand themselves
• build confidence from within
• develop positive peer relationships
• feel seen, heard and supported
The Impact
Schools consistently report:
• increased student engagement
• stronger peer connection
• improved confidence and participation
• a positive shift in culture
“We have never seen our students so engaged.”
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