Inspired By Excellence & Innovation
The mission of Communities In Schools is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
WHY COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOL?
Communities In Schools (CIS) believes that caring, one-on-one relationships between adults and young people make the crucial difference. Programs don’t change kids – relationships do. CIS creates comprehensive, locally controlled and owned support systems around schools. In partnership with the local system, CIS identifies the most critical needs of students and families – needs that are preventing children from succeeding in school, and in life.
CIS fuels personal potential, so every student can take charge of their story and define their success for life.
The Program That's Turning Schools Around
The key to closing the achievement gap may lie outside the classroom. This compelling piece explores how "community school" programs like Communities In Schools (CIS) are driving success by supporting students with the non-academic challenges they face at home—resulting in higher graduation rates and better long-term outcomes.
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WE’RE BUILDING A POWERFUL CHANGE MOVEMENT.
At Communities In Schools® (CIS™), we believe that every student has what they need to realize their full potential in school and beyond.
We walk by their side, in their communities, to challenge the systems and barriers that stand between them and their success in life.
OUR VALUES
#AllInForKids
Bring communities of support to our students, in schools and beyond
Our unique model centers on having a dedicated, full-time social service professional on every campus we serve. We build relationships with businesses, volunteers, and partners to bring community resources to the school campus. These additional supports allow us to ensure that students get the exact services they need.
Latest News and Updates
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☀️🌴 Summer Closure Notice 🌴☀️
Communities In Schools of Cameron County will be out for summer vacation from:
📅 June 29 – July 24.
Our team will return refreshed and ready to continue serving our students and community on July 27th 💙
Thank you for your continued support, and we wish everyone a safe and relaxing summer! 🌞
#SummerBreak #CISCameronCounty #CommunitySupport #SeeYouSoon #SummerVacation
Yesterday, we had the pleasure of taking students from Manzano Middle School, Vela Middle School, Stell Middle School, Stillman Middle School, and Oliveira Middle School to ITECC for an exciting field trip experience!
Students had the opportunity to explore career pathways, learn about educational opportunities, and gain valuable insight into the skills and training needed for future success. #allinforkids #beingpresentmatters
🎉 🎉 Celebrating 7 Years of Excellence! 🎉🎉
Please join us in congratulating Claudia Aguirre on her 7-year anniversary with CIS!
Her dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment have made a meaningful impact on our community.
Thank you, Mrs. Aguirre, for being a vital part of our mission and for always showing up for kids and our CIS Family.
#AllInForKids #YearsOfService #ThankYou
#BeingPresentMatters🥳🎊
🎓✨ Celebrating Excellence at Santa Maria ISD! ✨🎓
At the recent Top 10/Scholarship Ceremony, Santa Maria ISD proudly recognized outstanding student achievements and bright futures ahead.
Mrs. Saldaña, CIS Site Coordinator, had the honor of announcing and awarding our Communities In Schools (CIS) scholarship recipients to the community and school board. We are incredibly proud of these students and their dedication, perseverance, and success!
👏 Congratulations to all honorees—you are truly inspiring! Your hard work is paving the way for amazing opportunities ahead.
#SantaMariaISD #ScholarshipRecipients #StudentSuccess #CIS #FutureLeaders #ProudMoment
🎉 🎉 Celebrating 5 Years of Excellence! 🎉🎉
Please join us in congratulating Jocelyne Mojica on her 5-year anniversary with CIS! Her dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment have made a meaningful impact on our community.
Thank you, Ms. Mojica, for being a vital part of our mission and for always showing up for kids and our CIS Family.
#AllInForKids #YearsOfService #ThankYou
#BeingPresentMatters🥳🎊
On behalf of our entire team, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude for your generous support of the Do The Write Thing Challenge.
Your commitment to this initiative plays a vital role in empowering young voices and encouraging students to express themselves through writing. Because of your support, we are able to provide meaningful opportunities for participants to share their stories, reflect on their experiences, and contribute to positive change within their communities.
We truly appreciate your partnership and belief in the importance of this program. Your generosity helps make a lasting impact, and we are grateful to have you alongside us in this important work.
#DTWT
From showing up…to stepping forward. 🎓💙
This graduation season, we’re celebrating the resilience, growth, and determination of the Class of 2026. Every late night, every challenge, every moment of support—led to this.
At Communities In Schools, we know that success doesn’t happen alone. It happens when students have people in their corner, showing up and believing in them every step of the way.
Join us in celebrating our graduates and the journeys that brought them here. The future is bright.
#CISGrads2026 #BeingPresentMatters #StudentSuccess #CISImpact #GraduationSeason #sanbenitohighschool
🎉 🎉 Celebrating 19 Years of Excellence! 🎉🎉
Please join us in congratulating Jennifer Bossoudaho on her 19-year anniversary with CIS! Her dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment have made a meaningful impact on our community.
Thank you, Mrs. Bossoudaho, for being a vital part of our mission and for always showing up for our CIS Family!
#AllInForKids #YearsOfService #ThankYou #BeingPresentMatters🥳🎊
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Lastly, Communities In Schools is truly a coordinated, cooperative approach to working with kids. As our name reflects, we bring the community into schools – and we need every one of our community partners.
