Inside every student is a graduate.
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Year after year, Communities In Schools of Richmond (CIS-R) keeps students in school and on track for graduation.
Different kids have different needs. Some need academic help; some need a stable home and food on the table or someone who will listen and help guide the way. Others just need a pair of eyeglasses to stay on track at school.
CIS-R supports K-12 students in 39 Richmond City and Henrico County high poverty neighborhood schools. Through early interventions and enrichment opportunities, CIS-R works with the community inside schools to help students succeed.
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FACT:
Over 23,000 students are connected to CIS-R services each year.
How We Do It
From kindergarten through high school graduation, we are guided by a set of 5 Basics—essentials that result in healthy development. When these basics are present, kids find success. Working alongside school staff, parents, volunteers, and business partners, Communities In Schools of Richmond extends the 5 Basics to as many students as possible.
- One-on-one relationship with a caring adult.
- Safe place to learn and grow.
- Healthy start and a healthy future.
- Marketable skill to use upon graduation.
- Chance to give back to peers and community.
FACT:
4,361 volunteers and 356 community partners joined CIS-R to deliver the 5 Basics.
Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
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