Communities In Schools of Richmond
Lorayah Lenore, M.Ed., is an experienced educational professional currently serving as a Site Coordinator for Communities In Schools of Richmond since August 2021 and co-founding Lenore Coaching LLC in December 2019, which aids individuals in navigating their career search processes. Previously, Lorayah held various roles at Virginia Commonwealth University, including Assistant Director for Programming and Partnerships and Academic Advisor, where responsibilities encompassed student advising, curriculum development, and program oversight. Additional experience includes academic advising and instruction at James Madison University, as well as counseling positions aimed at supporting youth in educational settings. Lorayah holds a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from James Madison University and a Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from the same institution.
Communities In Schools of Richmond
Communities In Schools of Richmond surrounds students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. CIS of Richmond works in 40 schools throughout the City of Richmond and Henrico County. We help kids stay in school by identifying and addressing unmet needs of children and families -- needs that when left unanswered, contribute to the dropout rate. Whether it's eyeglasses, tutoring, or a safe place to be after school, when basic needs are met, students can concentrate on what's really important -- learning. Rather than duplicating services or competing with other youth-serving organizations, CIS of Richmond identifies and mobilizes existing community resources and fosters cooperative partnerships to deliver Five Basics for students and families: CIS of Richmond Five Basics 1) a safe place to learn and grow 2) one-to-one relationship with a caring adult 3) a healthy start and a healthy future 4) a marketable skill upon graduation 5) a chance to give back to peers and community CIS of Richmond targets Richmond's high poverty neighborhoods to make a difference in the lives of our most fragile residents.