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About Communities in Schools

Proven, Evidence-based Strategy

Communities In Schools: the only dropout prevention program in the nation proven to increase graduation rates.

Recent third-party findings confirm: “Of the many organizations working to improve student outcomes, Communities In Schools, through coordination of services, is proven to be more effective, and results in higher graduation rates, and higher percentages of students reaching proficiency in math and reading.”

Since its conception in 2006, Communities in Schools Greater Wichita Falls Area has placed Site Coordinators on all secondary campuses within Wichita Falls Independent School District.

Getting kids what they need – when they need it…

Children are individuals with very individualized needs. Our school-site coordinators respond quickly, on a case-by-case basis to get kids what they need – when they need it. Help can be as simple as providing eyeglasses to a child in need or as intensive as after-school tutoring; it all depends on the child.

In over 200 communities across 27 states, we work closely with schools, social services, businesses, and thousands of volunteers to get young people the things they need to learn and grow: mentors and tutors, after-school help, and family services to stabilize the home. Without these basic supports, kids in need or at-risk are far less likely to succeed and grow into productive adults.

To learn more about our programs, see what we do…

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Give Light Award

Communities In Schools was awarded the Give Light award for the month of April on behalf of the Junior League of Wichita Falls. We are honored to have been recognized for this award and strive every day to uphold the merits necessary to be worthy of such recognition. To learn more watch the video above and check out our City Guide.

Ensuring Student Success is Everyone’s Job: Schools, Parents, Communities

99%

OF CISGWFA STUDENTS STAYED IN SCHOOL

99%

OF CISGWFA STUDENTS IMPROVED IN ACADEMICS, BEHAVIOR, OR ATTENDANCE

95%

OF CISGWFA STUDENTS K-11 WERE PROMOTED TO THE NEXT GRADE

95%

OF CISGWFA ELIGIBLE SENIORS GRADUATED

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ADDRESS

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Wichita Falls, Texas 76301

OFFICE HOURS

Mon – Fri: 8:30 AM – 5 PM
Sat – Sun: Closed

CONTACT

Phone: (940) 264-6743
Fax: (940) 264-6744
Email: cis@cisgwf.org

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