Program areas at Communities in Schools of the South Plains
Cis provided case-management services to 6,026 area students to help them stay in school and prepare for life with 96% of students improving in academics, 76% in attendance, 96% in behavior, 99% promoted to the next grade, 100% graduating high school and 100% staying in school.
Communities in Schools provides mental and behaviorl health services/counseling and emergency assistance to at risk children by networking with proper referral agencies that specialize in these services.
After school and extended hours programs like the cis partnership with area school districts which transform the school into a safe place for children and families to spend time after school and on weekends, with offerings such as computer classes, music and dance activities, and tutoring to help with homework and mentoring. Leadership curriculum and programs are implemented to teach conflict resolution, peer mediation, anger management skills, and leadership skills.
Career counseling and employment skills are taught by workforce specialists and by business volunteers who provide career mentoring, job shadowing, part time summer jobs, and a hands-on introduction to the world of work. Cis partners include at&t, Texas tech university, united way 23 partner agencies and many others.college preparation and scholarship opportunities through initiatives like think college and partnerships with state university systems, helping graduates advance to higher education and successful careers.