When we reflect on the 2023-24 school year and the challenges our young people and our city navigated, it’s easy to think the problems are insurmountable. But we believe that as the challenges have gotten more complex, the need for CIS of Chicago has grown — because access to education creates opportunity for each and every one of the students we serve. 74,300 students supported. 2,655 programs and services connected at 238 schools. 1,517 students provided with intensive supports. Learn more about our impact in the 2023-24 school year in our Annual Report, available now on our website! https://lnkd.in/geg4--gE
Communities In Schools (CIS) of Chicago
Non-profit Organization Management
Chicago, IL 2,069 followers
Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
About us
Founded in 1988, Communities In Schools (CIS) of Chicago is a non-profit organization and affiliate of Communities In Schools, Inc., one of the nation's largest and most impactful youth-serving organizations. The mission of our organization is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. Through our two core programs - The Intensive Program and Partnership Program - we help schools and students access the support services and resources they need to overcome obstacles to learning, unlock their potential, and stay on the path to graduation. These supports are provided directly by CIS' highly trained staff as well as through our deep network of community partners. Multiple studies have shown that CIS' work, in collaboration with schools, has a positive impact on student success. During the 2023-24 academic year, CIS of Chicago will partner with 238 Chicago public schools across the city.
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http://www.cisofchicago.org/
External link for Communities In Schools (CIS) of Chicago
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1988
- Specialties
- Community partnerships, Social-emotional learning, Mentoring, Arts, Behavioral and Mental Health, College Readiness, Collaboration, Community Engagement, Empowerment, Student Support, School Partnerships, Essential Needs, Academic Enrichment, High school graduation , and Improving student attendance, conduct and grades
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815 W Van Buren St
Ste 300
Chicago, IL 60607, US
Employees at Communities In Schools (CIS) of Chicago
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Happy New Year! 2025 is here, and we can’t wait to see all the good things the new year will bring for our young people – and for you and yours! Cheers to another year of being present for our Chicago students, families, and communities. #BeingPresentMatters #AllinforKids
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Our team is thrilled to welcome five new members to our Leadership Council: Robert Coulton, CFP®, Russell Monco, Stephen Smith, CFP®, CIMA®, Maurice Swinney, EdD, and Georgia Vlamis. Each of these individuals brings a unique set of skills and experiences to our Council, and we look forward to partnering with them and leveraging their expertise as we build our presence in the city, all in service of helping students stay in school. #allinforkids #beingpresentmatters
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A year ago, CIS of Chicago, in partnership with Together Chicago, launched the Violence Prevention Catalyst Team. The team brings together representatives from schools and community organizations and explores ways to strengthen school-based strategies that provide students with a sense of belonging and safety. Our own Robin Koelsch helps facilitate the team, and this month, they met at the Meridian Charter School Headquarters and discussed data related to students’ experiences in their schools related to safety and belonging. The team also talked about change ideas that support their violence prevention efforts. Thanks to Together Chicago, Meridian Charter Schools, Let Go-Be Great, LLC, Prismatic, Helix Education , INSTITUTE FOR COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT, Illinois Network of Charter Schools, and BUILD Chicago for your support and active participation on our Violence Prevention Catalyst Team!
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We're #hiring a new Field Supervisor in Chicago, Illinois. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Gift Officer in Chicago, Illinois. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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One of the ways that our Partnership Team builds community among the schools in our network is by hosting meetups. This fall, the team added a new meetup to its offerings – a High School Meetup – to better meet the needs of our high schools. When the team asked attendees what was most beneficial from participating, counselors and school leaders shared: -- “The intentional exchange and communication of resources.” -- “Hearing how other schools implement CIS.” -- “Learning from past successful programming.” -- “Networking!” Learn more about new event here:
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Our Chief Partnership Engagement Officer Robin Koelsch visited Addams Elementary last week and shared with seventh and eighth graders how they can become catalysts for change through Do The Write Thing. Co-sponsored by CIS of Chicago, Do the Write Thing asks young people what they think can be done to reduce youth violence. During the workshop, Robin asked the young people to identify risk factors and protective factors related to violence prevention and encouraged them to reflect on the Do the Write Thing prompts. We're seeking students from across the city to participate in the challenge this year and are looking forward to amplifying their voices!
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Our CEO, Jane Mentzinger, was featured on NBC 5 Chicago's Making a Difference segment this past weekend, where she shared more about our mission and impact, as well as ways Chicagoans can engage with CIS and support students. Thanks for featuring our work, NBC 5! Watch the full interview here:
WEB MAD COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOL 12.07.24
https://vimeo.com/
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We are delighted to share that Craig Bondy has been featured in Crain's Chicago Business list of Notable Nonprofit Board Leaders! As our longest-serving board member, Craig has provided 18 years of leadership to our organization and has been instrumental in helping CIS of Chicago to deepen our impact and serve more of the city's young people. Congrats, Craig! https://lnkd.in/gqy3YCEV
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