Communities In Schools (CIS) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing chronic absenteeism and providing critical support services to students in public schools. Their model of integrated student supports connects students with essential resources, such as food, clothing, mental health support, and tutoring, to help them succeed academically and socially. With a network spanning 29 states and D.C., CIS reached 2 million students across 3,460 schools in the 2022-23 school year, demonstrating significant traction in improving student attendance and graduation rates. Their approach is evidence-based and focuses on creating a community of caring adults to support students' needs, positioning them as a leader in the educational support sector.

Communities in Schools of Michigan's mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. We are based in Lansing, MI, and we serve students in Battle Creek, Lansing, Waverly, Dearborn, Detroit, Pontiac, and Ypsilanti schools!

Communities In Schools of Central Texas (CIS) empowers students by providing a community of support directly within schools. With over 40 years of experience, CIS collaborates with local school districts to tailor resources that address the unique needs of students, helping them overcome barriers to education. Their model includes on-campus support through dedicated Program Managers who facilitate access to essential services, ensuring students can focus on their academic success and personal growth. By serving multiple school districts in Central Texas, CIS plays a crucial role in fostering educational achievement and community stability.

Communities in Schools of Houston Student Support Specialists are embedded on Houston-area campuses year-round to do whatever it takes to help students in their times of need.

At Communities in Schools, we see potential in every student—and we’re committed to helping them see it too. It’s not always easy. Thousands of kids across the country face overwhelming roadblocks to their academic and personal success: learning disabilities, homelessness, bullying, the emotional effects of trauma, untreated medical or dental conditions, and a lack of school supplies and clothes. We’re in schools to spot and overcome the roadblocks in our students’ way. Our commitment to students brings communities together for them. We start by collaborating with school districts and schools to understand each student’s needs and deliver resources tailored to them. But we don’t stop there. We go beyond the classroom to work with local businesses, social service agencies, healthcare providers, and volunteers to give every student the confidence to overcome life’s future roadblocks and own their success.

Memphis Communities In Schools (CISM) is part of a national network aiming to prevent student dropouts by providing community support.

Communities In Schools of Nevada is a nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing students’ basic, social-emotional, and academic needs. By placing trained site coordinators in 118 high-needs schools, they serve over 100,000 students from adverse circumstances, providing essential resources and opportunities. Their unique model focuses on building transformative relationships to empower students to stay in school and achieve their full potential. With a strong presence across Nevada, they tackle the challenges posed by poverty and aim to create equitable paths to education, making a significant impact in the communities they serve.

Communities In Schools of North Carolina (CISNC) is dedicated to unlocking student potential by providing on-site support and behavioral intervention to address challenges faced by students both inside and outside the classroom. Their model focuses on connecting communities and resources to improve graduation rates and ensure students are prepared for future success. With 18 affiliates across North Carolina, CISNC relies on the support of the private sector, foundations, and individuals to deliver impactful services that foster resilience and academic achievement among students.