Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region

🏌️‍♂️⛳️ Reminder: Swing for a Cause!

Don't miss out on our 13th Annual Golf Tournament, presented by , , and , happening soon! Whether you're a seasoned golfer or trying Pickleball for the first time, join us for a day of fun and giving back.

What's in Store:
🏌️‍♀️ 18-hole golf tournament
🏓 Pickleball games for all skill levels
🏆 Prizes & auction
🍽️ Delicious food & drinks

Register now at https://buff.ly/3XbCGDz and make a difference in students' lives! See you on the green!

This morning, Christman Facility Solutions dropped off two boxes of back-to-school supplies and backpacks for students across the Dallas region! Their partnership and support are making a difference in students' lives and setting them up for a successful school year. 👏🎒🖍️

Several of our ACE Site Coordinators attended a Meet the Teacher night to inform parents about our afterschool programs! Pictured are Natalie at the Young Men's Leadership Academy at Florence Middle School in Dallas ISD, Abril, Marlen, and Devorah who are part of the ACE team in Terrell ISD (Bruce Wood Elementary, Gilbert Willie Elementary, and JW Long Elementary), and Abril at Bruce Wood Elementary.

School is back in session on Monday, but there are students who are returning without new backpacks and necessary school supplies. You can make a difference! Visit our Amazon wish list https://buff.ly/4ek0Jqa to select items. They will be shipped to our office for distribution. Also, you can visit our website, buff.ly/3QgR87g, to make a donation or get involved. Thank you!

During the 2023-24 School Year, Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region saw great success, and we are looking forward to another year of partnerships and celebrtating student achievements. Visit buff.ly/3QgR87g to learn more about how we partner with schools and students to help them succeed in school and achieve in life!

🎉🏌️‍♂️ A Huge Thank You to Our Gold Sponsors! 🏌️‍♀️🎉

We are incredibly grateful to our Platinum Sponsor for their generous support of our 13th Annual Golf Tournament. This event wouldn't be possible without their commitment to making a difference in education! A heartfelt thank you to Sedgwick!
Let's give them a round of applause 👏👏👏

Learn more about becoming a sponsor of our Golf Tournament or registering to play at:
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On Friday, our team of Site Coordinators met with community partners that support us during the school year. We are grateful for this group of partners, which are in our community! 3to1 Foundation After8toEducate CommonGood Medical CitySquare Dallas Afterschool Dallas College Girls on the Run - DFW Metroplex Girls Inc of Metropolitan Dallas Grand Canyon University Hear My Cry Foundation- Su***de Prevention Heart of Courage Grant Halliburton Foundation Hope's Door New Beginning Center My Possibilities Our Friends Place Parkland Health UWorld Visting Nurses Association Youth Revive, Inc. Young Leaders. Strong City. Wellpoint Wilkinson Center Destination Success Dallas

Plano ISD and the City of Plano hosted a resource fair on Aug. 1 at the Plano Event Center. Several community sponsors gathered to ensure students in need had backpacks filled with supplies, food, health care screenings, haircuts, and much more! A huge thanks to Tamika, Ana, Lesca, and Teresa for representing CIS!

This morning we had a pep rally on the lawn of WFAA to cheer on the schools we serve as we prepare for the new school year! We were joined by the drumline from Skyline High School who kept the pep in our step with their beats, and were fueled on to kindness by La La Land Kind Cafe who brought pastries, waved signs, and continued to show up for us and our students. Thanks to our CEO, Adam Powell and our Board Chair, Luisa del Rosal for giving interviews and sharing the good work of CIS!

Dr. Summer Rose sits down with NBC 5's Vince Sims to talk about the role of the Clinical Team at CIS Dallas and prioritizing Mental Health for our students. By offering services in schools, we remove the barrier to care that often prevents students from receiving care, missing classes to attend appointments, and fighting the stigma of getting mental health assistance. To learn more about CIS, Clinical services, or participate in our Back to School Drive, visit buff.ly/3QgR87g.

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The highlight of Project Ops this week was a panel this morning featuring thought leaders in education and mental health, Bob Mong (Former President of UNT), Byron Sanders (President and CEO of Big Thought), and Dr. Jessica Gomez (Executive Director at Momentous Institute), moderated by the incomparable Lady Jade. From start to finish, they shared inspiring personal stories about mentors who impacted their education and life, and gave words of wisdom about moving forward in an ever-changing world. Our staff felt energized and encouraged by their thoughtful words and advice.

Mallory McLaughlin, our 21st Century ACE Program Director, is a featured presenter at the Nita M. Lowey 21st CCLC Summer Symposium in San Francisco! Focusing on continuous improvement in all professions requires building on knowledge from the past. Mallory will lead “Ideas for Cultivating Culture with Site Coordinators” changing how the directors lead their site coordinators throughout the year with consistency, transparency, and accountability.

Day two of staff training has been full of information from our Clinical team, featuring a guest speaker from CPS, to help us learn about handling sensitive situations. But it hasn't been all work; we've had time to take pictures, connect with colleagues, and play a few games. We're and hope you'll join us in supporting our students in the upcoming year. Visit our website to donate or get involved!

Summer is ending, and we're busy collecting school and basic needs supplies for over 10,000 students. Every pencil counts! 📝 Help our students start strong by purchasing items from our Amazon Wish List or making a donation. It's easy, fast, and makes a huge difference in giving students the foundation they need to succeed! 🌟

Get ready to swing for a cause at our 13th Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament on September 23! 🌟 From pros to first-timers, everyone is welcome to join us on the green. By participating, you'll support Communities In Schools and help make a difference in students' lives.
⛳️ Secure your spot today and be part of something special! "

Did you know that self-care routines can significantly reduce anxiety and depression while boosting happiness?🌿

Today is self-care day, but something to prioritize 24/7. Stacia, our Director of Clinical Programming, has written a blog post to help you find ways to learn more about self-care and engage in helpful practices. As summer winds down, join us in creating a refreshed self-care routine.

Read more on our blog: https://buff.ly/3YjZIc2

✨ This summer, students from Bruce Wood Elementary, LW Long Elementary, and Gilbert Willie Elementary joined forces for an incredible ACE summer program hosted at Gilbert Willie Elementary in Terrell ISD! Thanks to a generous grant from Central Market, our students enjoyed healthy, nutritious snacks and even learned how to flip pancakes! 🥞 A huge thank you to our partners for supporting our students and making this program a success!

We are thrilled to welcome two new members to our team, Nia & Suzy, who are joining us as Regional Program Managers! 🌟

We're also celebrating a fantastic transition within our team: Katie & Joyce, who have been dedicated Site Coordinators, are stepping up as our new Regional Program Managers! 🌟

Welcome, Nia, Suzy, Katie, and Joyce, to your new roles at CIS Dallas! Together, we continue to work towards our mission of keeping kids in school and helping them succeed!

We are thrilled to announce that Dallas Children's Charities has generously donated $2,500 to Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region!

This gift will help us continue our mission of empowering students to stay in school and achieve their full potential. Thank you, Dallas Children's Charities, for your incredible support! We appreciate DCC Director Michael Murray for taking the time to drop off the check and learn more about our work to support students and families in North Texas.



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📣🎥 Exciting News! Today, WFAA's Kara Sewell sat down with our Chief Advancement Officer, Kristin Kelley, and Carlos Munguia, President and CEO of Amegy Bank, Dallas-Fort Worth Region, to discuss our Back to School Drive! 🗣️✨

We're thrilled to partner with Amegy Bank to collect essential school supplies for students in need. You can make a difference by donating school supplies at local Amegy Bank branches, through our Amazon wish list, or with a cash donation on our website: www.cisdallas.org/schooldrive.

Let's come together to support our students and ensure they have everything they need for a successful school year! 🙌🎒

🎉 We are excited to introduce two new members of the CIS Dallas leadership team! 🎉

Join us in welcoming Danielle Ross, our new Director of Traditional Programs, and Stacia Barrett, LCSW-S, our new Director of Clinical Programming.

Welcome to the team, Danielle and Stacia! We look forward to the amazing contributions you will bring to our community.✨

Happy Prime Day! We're busy collecting school and basic needs supplies for 10,000+ students, and every pencil counts. Help get our students off to a stellar start by purchasing items off our Amazon Wish List or making a donation. It's easy, fast and makes a huge difference by giving students the foundation they need to succeed! When you shop on Amazon the order directly ships to us for distribution.

Learn more at https://buff.ly/4f6g2mQ

🌟 Do you love Pickleball? 🌟

For the first time, we're including a pickleball tournament at our annual golf tournament! All proceeds will go towards supporting educational programs and providing resources for students in need.

What's in Store:
🏓 Pickleball games for all skill levels
🏆 Exciting prizes
🎟️ Silent auction with amazing items
🍽️ Delicious food and beverages

How to Participate:
👉 Register your team or as an individual at https://buff.ly/3S3xxu7.
👉 Share this post and invite your friends and family.
👉 Bring your A-game and a spirit of generosity!

See you there!

👟 Thank You Academy! 👟

Academy Sports + Outdoors hosted our team for a Brooks Running donation event to support DeSoto ISD programs. This partnership allows us to support student athletics at schools we serve. We are grateful for this gift and for the partnership that we are building!

Thank you to Communities In Schools of Texas & Coach Claude Mathis of the DeSoto Eagles Football.

Need help completing your FAFSA forms?

Communities In Schools of the Dallas Region, in collaboration with Dallas College, is offering free summer workshops to assist you.

Enjoy food and prizes while receiving one-on-one support from qualified staff to complete your paperwork. Be sure to bring your 2022 tax documents, SSN, and banking information.

Spread the word to others who might benefit from this service. We look forward to seeing you there!

Scan the QR code or visit our blog to register: https://buff.ly/3XRLG11

Happy ! 🌟 At Communities In Schools, we recognize that with freedom comes responsibility, and we are committed to making the American Dream accessible for ALL of our students!

Although it's the middle of summer, we're busy collecting school and basic needs supplies for 10,000+ students, and every pencil counts! Help get our students off to a stellar start by purchasing items off our Amazon Wish List or making a donation. It's easy, fast and makes a huge difference by giving students the foundation they need to succeed!

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