Communities In Schools of North Carolina

Communities in NC are reimagining how to support struggling parents and ensure child well-being through innovative partnerships, building stronger safety nets for all. Learn how western NC is reversing a shortage of early childhood educators, how Mecklenburg County is tackling school absences and how Gaston County is converting clergy housing into foster homes. Watch this episode of #ncIMPACT: https://lnkd.in/eKvYzvGn PBS North Carolina ncIMPACT Initiative

“The Jobs for North Carolina’s Graduates program is preparing students across North Carolina for college, certification, and to fill jobs that help keep our economy moving,” said Robert Doreauk, Executive Director of Legislative & External Affairs for AT&T. “To be joined by so many business and community leaders from across North Carolina that support this program is incredible,” said Doreauk, who is a CISNC Board Member and Chair of the JNCG Committee. Corporate supporters of the Jobs for North Carolina’s Graduates program include: AT&T, Honeywell, Bank of America, and Toyota North America. The competition also brought out representatives from Edward Jones, myFutureNC, Randolph County, NC Board of Commissioners, Greensboro Economic Development Office, Machine Specialist, Inc., Cone Health, Leon Chisolm III, and Merrill Lynch who all served as judges for the competition. In the 2023-24 school year JNCG served 447 students, of those, 100% of seniors graduated and 84% are now employed, in school, or enlisted in the armed forces. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eNPJCnU9

“I got involved in JNCG because of my teacher, Mrs. Stewart. She introduced me to the program and encouraged me to join. I'm really glad I did because it has helped me learn a lot about careers. It's been a great experience, and I've gained skills that will definitely help me in the future.” The winners of the JNCG Career Development Competition will travel to Indianapolis next month for the Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) national championship. When asked about how she feels going to the national competition she said “I’m excited and a little nervous, but mostly I'm ready to take the challenge. This is a big opportunity, and I want to represent my school and myself well. I'm going to keep studying and preparing so I can do my best at the national level.” Read the article below to learn about our Jobs for North Carolina's Graduates (JNCG) program, and how CISNC prepares students for the workforce. https://lnkd.in/eNPJCnU9

Today, LS had the privilege of participating in the annual Communities In Schools of North Carolina College and Career Fair held at Nash Community College. This career fair brought around 250 students from 9 schools across Edgecombe and Nash Counties. We had a great time connecting with students getting started in their careers. It was a very engaging career fair, with many questions asked about next steps with LS! A huge thank you to Communities In Schools and Nash Community College for organizing this event, and to all the students, educators, and community partners who made today special. ????

CIS students at North Edgecombe High School, CIS staff, and other community leaders participate in the school's Black History Month program, celebrating the contributions and achievements of Black Americans throughout history.

Shoutout to CIS Alum and CIS of Cumberland County’s advisory board member, Trent Holmes. He is featured in an article on Communities In Schools National Office website highlighting the impact of Communities In Schools. “As CEO and president of Vision 26, a social media marketing and events production company, Trent L. Holmes is committed to empowering underrepresented communities. A Fayetteville, N.C. native, Trent is a leader, certified mental health specialist, and community builder. In addition to his work with Vision 26, Trent works with the United States Army, providing essential mental health support to soldiers. He also is a staunch youth advocate and supporter of CIS of Cumberland County/Fayetteville, where he has served as both the longest-standing and youngest board member. “ Click the link below to read about other CIS alums making an impact in their communities. #allInforkids

Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for CIS of the Rocky Mount Regions' first Have a Heart Breakfast at Nash Community College! CIS is committed to breaking down barriers that prevent students from reaching their full potential. Our team of dedicated professionals walks alongside teachers, school administrators, and families to help students in Nash and Edgecombe counties overcome obstacles and succeed in school and in life.

Last week, Alger B. Wilkins High School and CIS Cumberland received a donation from Fayetteville Technical Community College as a part of their Adopt-A-School Partnership through the Cumberland County Educational Attainment Collaborative. We are grateful for our continued partnership with FTCC, and the support they provide CIS students in Cumberland County!

Today we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His courage, wisdom, and commitment to equity continue to inspire the work we do at Communities In Schools of North Carolina.

"In middle school, my CIS coordinator taught us more than just academics. He gave us life lessons—about overcoming obstacles, making a budget, and planning for our futures. He made success seem achievable to the 20-30, 12- and 13-year-olds he taught. He was always generating thought-provoking exercises that made us genuinely think about what it meant to be successful. " --Ilianamaria, CIS Alum-- This is why #BeingPresentMatters Communities In Schools brings resources and caring people, Student Support Specialists, into schools, so our kids can succeed in the classroom and beyond.