Communities In Schools

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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.