Our Mission
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.
to surround students with a community of support,
empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.
#WeAreInThisTogether
Emily was 15-years old, pregnant and was working and attending school full time. Her family struggles with food insecurity and reliable transportation. Normally, Emily was picked up from work by her mother, but one day Emily finds her mother unresponsive and slumped over the car steering wheel. Her mother was emergently hospitalized, however after several weeks on life support her mother passed away.
Michele Garkusha, Teen Parent Program Coordinator and a Support Specialist assisted Emily one-on-one before, during, and after this traumatic experience. Emily received food, transportation assistance, and additional supports, including referrals to other agencies. CIS team members attended the funeral of Emily’s mother to give support. Today, Emily’s baby has arrived, both are healthy, and CIS continues to provide her support services due to her needs. This is what we are made of.
Remember to GIVE to help children continue to succeed and achieve, even while schools are closed. Consider a gift of $10, $25, $100 or more to support the work of CIS in our schools
and in our community. Show us what You are made of. Help us give our students what they need!
Michele Garkusha, Teen Parent Program Coordinator and a Support Specialist assisted Emily one-on-one before, during, and after this traumatic experience. Emily received food, transportation assistance, and additional supports, including referrals to other agencies. CIS team members attended the funeral of Emily’s mother to give support. Today, Emily’s baby has arrived, both are healthy, and CIS continues to provide her support services due to her needs. This is what we are made of.
Remember to GIVE to help children continue to succeed and achieve, even while schools are closed. Consider a gift of $10, $25, $100 or more to support the work of CIS in our schools
and in our community. Show us what You are made of. Help us give our students what they need!
#WEAREINTHISTOGETHER 2020 T-Shirt Sale
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Due to Covid-19 pandemic the Hunger Run Color 5K has been cancelled. This fundraiser provided much needed financial assistance to feed the children of Thomasville. Design Illusions has partnered with CIS to help fill the need, for every t-shirt sold, $10.00 will be given to the CIS feed the children project. Please click the button below to order a
t-shirt. Be sure to insert – 𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 – in the sales code box. There are 21 colors to choose from. End date is July 31, 2020. Get yours today to help feed a child/children and their families! |
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Meet Liberty Drive Student Support Specialist, Adrian Little. This is Adrian’s first year working with Communities In Schools of Thomasville. He is finishing his Master’s Degree in Social Work with a concentration in Nutrition.
Adrian joined CIS to help students overcome obstacles that weigh down their lives. His motto is, “The Dream is Free but the Gift takes Work!” In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, boxing, and playing basketball. He is dedicated to helping our students and families. This past month he was directed to a parent who had experienced unexpected medical expenses. This little added expense took what little money she had reserved for food purchasing. Mr. Little packed an emergency food box and delivered it to the parent’s home. The parent was so happy for the gift of food and thanked him graciously. Emergencies happen. This is what CIS is Made of! Click here for complete article |
Adrian Little with students
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T E S T I M O N I A L S
Open Food Pantry Night
I felt no judgement; everyone smiled. I was not uncomfortable. It is set up so nice. We really appreciate it.
Anonymous Recipient
Thank you very much. I work, but it still helps.
Anonymous Recipient