Communities In Schools is a national dropout prevention program, the only one in the nation proven to both decrease dropout and increase graduation rates. In 1992, the program was brought to Tarrant County by a United Way-led task force. Since then, CIS social workers have been providing case management services inside local schools, to assess each student’s unique needs and ensure they are connected with community resources they need to address a wide range of obstacles. Needs range from counseling services, health and dental care, food, utility or rent assistance, clothing, gang intervention and prevention, pregnancy services, and much more. The vast majority of children served by CIS are from low-income households, with 90% qualifying for free or reduced lunch. Most students enrolled in the program come from households where no one has previously graduated from high school.

Our social workers are provided office space directly inside local schools to work intensely with students, and over 80 partner agencies, to provide the critical support the students and their families need, with a 97% success rate at keeping kids in schools. Our program operates in 46 schools in 10 Tarrant County school districts, serving more than 24,000 students.

We receive support from the Texas Education Agency, as well the the United Way and a variety of local foundations and corporations. CIS depends on the support of the community to continue serving at-risk students.

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Social Impact

Communities In Schools of Greater Tarrant County

Lindsey Garner

Kinley Springs Lmsw

Stephanie Gallegos Lmsw

Chantal Howard

Anna Bonomi Lmsw

Natasha Stechman Lmsw

Amanda Sawyer Lcsw

Raul Ozuna

Nicole Burnett Lmsw

Daija S.

Tricia Rose Lmsw

The Mental Health Team at Communities In Schools of Greater Tarrant County provides specialized mental health support to students at risk of dropping out. This team of Mental Health Counselors and Interns conducts assessments, offers individual and group counseling, and coordinates with community resources to address mental health challenges. By providing these essential services directly within schools, the team helps students overcome emotional and psychological barriers, promoting well-being and academic success.

Mental Health Team

Mental Health Team

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