CIS fuels personal potential

…So every student can take charge of their story and define their success for life.

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.

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.

  • Unlock Potential – We see potential in every student.

  • Build Relationships – Ÿ We foster relationships that transform how students see and experience the world around them.

  • Break Down Barriers – We acknowledge that structural barriers can be just as hard to overcome as personal challenges and circumstances.

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

OUR MISSION

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.

Accountability | Integrity | Collaboration | Equity | Excellence

First and foremost, it is the students themselves who guarantee CIS’ success. Last year, nearly one million young people demonstrated that hard work, commitment to learning and a desire to give back to peers and community can equal success. Parents give their approval and support to each child’s participation in CIS. They become involved in CIS’ mission, volunteer their time and often benefit themselves from parenting classes and other family-skills initiatives brokered into schools by CIS.

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.

#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

Covering topics from classes to organization events.

ciscameron

1,687 508

Communities In Schools is the nation's largest and most effective organization dedicated to keeping kids in school and helping them succeed in life.

🎉 A Huge Thank You to Majic Valley Riders Harlingen Chapter!
We are incredibly grateful for your time, generosity, and support during our recent Kids Day event. Your dedication made a meaningful impact on our CIS students, and we truly appreciate your commitment to our mission.
Together, we’re making a difference! 💙
#AllInForKids #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #BeingPresentMatters

5 0
Open post by ciscameron with ID 18049845416618076
🎉 A Huge Thank You to Majic Valley Riders Harlingen Chapter! We are incredibly grateful for your time, generosity, and support during our recent Kids Day event. Your dedication made a meaningful impact on our CIS students, and we truly appreciate your commitment to our mission. Together, we’re making a difference! 💙 #AllInForKids #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #BeingPresentMatters

...

5 0

🎉 A Huge Thank You to Southern Justice!
We are incredibly grateful for your time, generosity, and support during our recent Kids Day event. Your dedication made a meaningful impact on our CIS students, and we truly appreciate your commitment to our mission.
Together, we’re making a difference! 💙
#AllInForKids #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #BeingPresentMatters

4 0
Open post by ciscameron with ID 18043026962631530
🎉 A Huge Thank You to Southern Justice! We are incredibly grateful for your time, generosity, and support during our recent Kids Day event. Your dedication made a meaningful impact on our CIS students, and we truly appreciate your commitment to our mission. Together, we’re making a difference! 💙 #AllInForKids #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #BeingPresentMatters

...

4 0

Wrapping up the school year with celebration and success! May Communities In Schools newsletter, we’re proud to highlight how Ms. Mojica went above and beyond supporting students through their journey and rewarding their hard work with well-earned certifications and a fun-filled field trip! 🌟📜🚌 Wishing all our students a safe, joyful, and restful summer! ☀️💛#beingpresentmatters

0 0
Open post by ciscameron with ID 18044580887229758
Wrapping up the school year with celebration and success! May Communities In Schools newsletter, we’re proud to highlight how Ms. Mojica went above and beyond supporting students through their journey and rewarding their hard work with well-earned certifications and a fun-filled field trip! 🌟📜🚌 Wishing all our students a safe, joyful, and restful summer! ☀️💛#beingpresentmatters

...

0 0

Congratulations to Jocelyne Mojica on 4 years of dedicated service to CIS! Your commitment and hard work have made a significant impact on our community. #allinforkids #YearsOfService #thankyou #beingpresentmatters 🥳🎊

2 0
Open post by ciscameron with ID 18044039174406717
Congratulations to Jocelyne Mojica on 4 years of dedicated service to CIS! Your commitment and hard work have made a significant impact on our community. #allinforkids #YearsOfService #thankyou #beingpresentmatters 🥳🎊

...

2 0

The students at Angela G. Leal had an incredible day on the field! The students showed amazing energy and teamwork during the kickball game, making it a fun and memorable event for all. To top it off, they were treated to delicious ice cream sandwiches — a sweet surprise generously provided by Communities In Schools, thanks to Ms. Abby Gonzales for her wonderful support!

A huge THANK YOU to Ms. Gonzales and the CIS team for making moments like this possible. Your kindness truly brightens our school community! #allinforkids

2 0
Open post by ciscameron with ID 18063314330105453
The students at Angela G. Leal had an incredible day on the field! The students showed amazing energy and teamwork during the kickball game, making it a fun and memorable event for all. To top it off, they were treated to delicious ice cream sandwiches — a sweet surprise generously provided by Communities In Schools, thanks to Ms. Abby Gonzales for her wonderful support! A huge THANK YOU to Ms. Gonzales and the CIS team for making moments like this possible. Your kindness truly brightens our school community! #allinforkids

...

2 0

7th Annual CIS Scholarship Night – 2025 Award Ceremony
📅 Held on May 8, 2025

7 1
Open post by ciscameron with ID 18506380873048170
7th Annual CIS Scholarship Night – 2025 Award Ceremony 📅 Held on May 8, 2025

...

7 1

For more information about our CIS National Office visit

https://www.communitiesinschools.org/

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.

CIS National Office

Get Involved and Make A Difference Help support students in schools and beyond.