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.
What We Do
Communities In Schools of Miami (CIS of Miami) works to empower at-risk students in our District's most challenged schools. We accomplish
this by partnering with the schools and bringing in programs and resources that are proven to keep students in school and motivated to graduate.
Examples include mentoring, tutoring, life skills development, case management, counseling, job readiness, and much more. Services are offered at
no charge to students and their families.
Communities in Schools of Miami's programs are powered by many dedicated individuals and groups including volunteers, mentors, tutors, teachers,
AmeriCorps members, partners, donors, staff, the Board of Directors, students and parents.
Communities In Schools of Miami is part of a national network of affiliates in 26 states and the District of Columbia. The network serves nearly 2
million students in more than 3,000 sites, making it the nation's leading community-based organization that helps kids achieve in school and prepare
for life.
New Data Proves Our Impact
The largest evaluation of dropout prevention programs ever completed validates our work for students across America.
We invite you to join our national grassroots action movement. Please take a moment to become a member of our online networking site which
will provide you with information and updates about Communities In Schools. You can also connect with other supporters in your local
area and help us to spread our cause. We appreciate your support!
It's that time of year when we are all looking to make our end of year donations to worthy organizations. Please consider our organization knowing
that you are donating to an accountable, ethical organization that is making a difference and helping students to stay in school. Please review our
Annual Appeal Letter and consider donating online today. Thank you.
Students Get Into the Holiday Spirit
CIS of Miami students join their mentors in organizing holiday community service projects. They decorated both Thanksgiving and Christmas Donation
boxes to help collect food and toys for children in need. They also created holiday greeting cards.
At the NFL Youth Education Town approximately 100 parents with their children attended a Thanksgiving Family Night Dinner, sponsored by the Gwen
Cherry Foundation. Before dinner parents were entertained by student performances.
BJ's Donates $300 to Help Pregnant Teens and Teen Mothers
The BJ's in Cutler Ridge donated $300 to support activities at our Dorothy Wallace Cope Center, an alternative school for pregnant teens and teen
moms. The store manager shares a great commitment to her local schools and has been a great supporter of CIS of Miami, Inc. The funds were used to
purchase gift items for our Stork's Nest, a behavioral modification program where students earn points for good behavior, attendance, and grades,
and for teacher appreciation day activities. "It's so wonderful to receive support from our local businesses," shared Ms. Linares, Senior Site
Coordinator for the school. "BJ has always been there when I've needed them."
HBI C-CORE Miami – Case Study
CIS Miami Mentor Program Featured At Home Builders National Conference & Awarded Building Better Lives Award
CIS of Miami was awarded the Building Better Lives Award at the annual Home Builders Institute (HBI) Construction Coaching Opportunities to
Reach Employment (C-CORE) Summit in New Orleans. HBI C-CORE is a mentoring program like no other... View Full Story »
CIS of Miami Director Receives Movers & Shakers Award
Each year, Business Leader Media honors the up-and-coming leaders of the South through their Movers & Shakers Awards. Our very own,
Elizabeth Mejia, Executive Director is one of the award recipients for South Florida... View Full Story »
CIS of Miami programs are generously funded by The Children's Trust. The Children's Trust is a dedicated source of revenue established by voter referendum to improve the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade County by making strategic investments in their future. Visit them online at:
www.thechildrenstrust.org
Communities In Schools has twice been named by "Worth Magazine" as a one of the Top 100 Nonprofits in the U.S.
