Communities In Schools is the nation’s largest and most effective dropout prevention network, with 194 affiliates in 27 states.
Each local affiliate, including Communities In Schools of Durham, works to fulfill the same important mission: to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
Established in 1992, Communities In Schools (CIS) of Durham, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, has been a leader in championing the use of “evidence-based” programs to reduce the dropout rate and help kids succeed in life. Evidence-based programs rely on quantifiable data (including academic research, data collection and analysis, and model fidelity) that attests to their effectiveness. In essence, CIS of Durham wants to make sure that our programs truly work – by implementing programs that are backed by respected research studies, CIS of Durham is able to determine the best ways to reduce the dropout rate in Durham.
CIS of Durham does more than implement effective dropout prevention programs – we also work to bridge the gap between the needs of today’s young people and existing resources that can help meet those needs. By forming partnerships with local corporations, human service agencies, faith communities, civic groups, and individual volunteers, CIS of Durham connects children and families with the resources and relationships they need to be successful.
Communities In Schools, National Office: www.communitiesinschools.org
Communities In Schools of NC, State Office: www.cisnc.org
