ABOUT CIS

 

Founded in the 1970s on the belief that "programs don't save children, relationships do," Communities In Schools (CIS) has become the nation's most effective and widely respected community-based organization helping kids succeed in school and prepare for life. CIS of Carteret County is part of a National Network. The CIS National Office is located in Alexandria, Virginia (www.cisnet.org) and the CISNC State Office (www.cisnc.org) is located in Raleigh, North Carolina. CISNC serves over 35 counties in North Carolina. CIS takes a comprehensive approach in serving all of Carteret County with an array of services and networking.

Our Mission
To surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

Five Basics

• A healthy start and a healthy future
• A safe place to learn and grow
• A personal, one-on-one relationship with a caring adult
• A marketable skill to use upon graduation
• An opportunity to give back to their peers and community

What is CIS?

CIS is a private, non-profit, community-based organization that connects resources from public and private sectors to students who need them.