Communities In Schools of Tacoma

Congratulations Jah from Mr. G (Your Site Coordinator at Mt. Tahoma) and all of the staff at CIS of Tacoma. We are so proud of you; your hard work and dedication has truly paid off.

Athlete of the week!! 🏆Congratulations to Mount Tahoma senior Jahaziel Brown, he was named The News Tribune athlete of the week for May 30. The T-Bird claimed two state titles at the WIAA track and field championships, including a state meet record in the 3A boys 400-dash ambulatory (57.14) at Mount Tahoma. Finished first in the 200-meter dash ambulatory (25.33).

This month we celebrate all of those who have overcome so many obstacles on their way to receiving their high school diplomas. Congratulations to each of you.

"If I must give any of you advice it would be say yes. Say yes, and create your own destiny." —Maya Rudolph

Pride Month is an annual celebration of the many contributions made by the LGBTQ+ community to history, society and cultures worldwide. In most places, Pride is celebrated throughout the month of June each year in commemoration of its roots in the Stonewall Riots of June 1969.

Start your journey to better mental health today and find your support system on FindSupport.gov

Want to make a difference in the lives of Tacoma students and be a part of a team that shows up for each other in the same way they show up for students? Then this is the team and career for you! Head on over to https://tacoma.ciswa.org/jobs/ to learn more about our 5 critical open positions.

Feel Good Friday!
Site Coordinator, Joshua joined the Arlington students for a trip to Point Defiance Zoo. The students and Joshua had a fantastic trip. Field trips are great opportunities for our Site Coordinators to build relationships beyond the school walls.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to recognize and support our Tribal youths. We see you; we hear you, and we support you on your journey to mental health and wellness. There’s help if you need it. Call, text, or chat 988. You are not alone.

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY.

It is always a good day at Arlington when the Annie Wright School's Reading Buddies come to visit.

It can be hard to talk about mental health. Get tips on starting the conversation with your friends, loved ones, and your community: https://lnkd.in/ecVcRRPm.

Thank You is not enough for our AMAZING teachers in Tacoma Public Schools. Last week amongst other schools, we were able to say Thank You to the amazing teachers at Oakland High School.

FEEL GOOD FRIDAY!
Shoutout to our Site Coordinator Natia!
Last month, Communities in Schools of Tacoma, the Clean the World Project, and Gray Middle School graciously donated a total of 350 HYGIENE KITS to the following organizations:
ADAMS FAMILY SHELTER (Tacoma Rescue Mission)
GIVE ME A CHANCE (GMAC) FAMILY SHELTER (Altheimer Memorial Church)
NATIVITY HOUSE (Catholic Community Services of Western WA)
R.I.S.E CENTER OF HILLTOP (Restoring and Igniting Self-Empowerment in Community)
SAFE STREETS CAMPAIGN
THE TACOMA RESCUE MISSION
TACOMA URBAN LEAGUE

Today is National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. This is a special day for all of us to recognize that our children’s mental health matters! When a child is experiencing mental health challenges it impacts their family as well. Text or call 988 or chat 988lifeline.org for free, confidential support 24/7. If a young person in your life is going through a tough time, remind them that there’s always help and hope.

Thank you to all of the teachers in Tacoma Public Schools and beyond for doing such a thankless job. We appreciate you!

"A good teacher can inspire hope, ignite the imagination, and instill a love of learning." - Brad Henry

A shout-out to all of the Star Wars fans out there today.

Each May, hundreds of organizations and Americans of all backgrounds join together to discover, explore, and celebrate the vibrant and varied American Jewish experience from the dawn of our nation to the present day.

Being your authentic self is essential for good mental health. Let’s remind our LGBTQIA+ youth that they are never alone, and that help is available when they need it. If you are feeling distressed or overwhelmed, call, text, or chat 988 for judgment-free support 24/7.

This year's theme "Advancing Leaders Through Innovation," pays homage to the visionaries and trailblazers who have shaped our AANHPI history and continue to influence our collective future.

Our heartfelt thanks go out to all who joined us at the All IN for Kids Luncheon last Friday. Your generosity and ongoing support of the CIS mission are deeply appreciated. Together, we raised over $63k to bolster our meaningful work with Tacoma students.

Couldn't make it to the luncheon but still wish to contribute to our cause? You can help us achieve our $100k fundraising target by contributing here: Donation Form (harnessgiving.org)

“Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much” Helen Keller

A huge shout out to all of our Freshman Sponsors. We are thrilled to have some returning Sponsors and several new ones at this level.

Celebrate Earth Day in your own way.
Get a recyclable water bottle.
Start composting.
Plant a garden.
Make your home energy efficient.
Enjoy nature!

We are thankful for our partnership with Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.

VMFH proudly states, "Our providers practice patient-focused care, building long-term, trusted relationships with every patient. We care for each member of your family throughout all stages of life, from infants to the elderly."

The Tacoma Rainiers season is in full swing. Get out and enjoy a game in their amazing stadium this spring.

The staff and team are fantastic partners that not only Sponsor the Luncheon but also supports the Stuff the Bus Campaign.

CIS of Tacoma truly appreciates our long-time supporter, Sound Credit Union.

We value their goal... "to partner with like-minded, purpose-driven organizations to move our community forward."

Building relationships is a shared mission for both Korsmo Construction, Inc. and CIS of Tacoma.

Korsmo Construction, Inc. is an amazing partner whose mission is to... "build lasting relationships with our team, clients, and the community because of our dedication to service, commitment to quality, and deep resources and experience."

Our partners at Harborstone Credit Union values relationships as much as CIS of Tacoma.

Harborstone proudly states "when you choose Harborstone, you choose relationships." Harborstone has been creating relationships for over 67 years.