Campus Programs
Whatever it takes, however they need us, CIS is IN SCHOOLS to help students succeed
Many students and their families have a hard time accessing and navigating the maze of public and private services in our community. There may be ample resources available, but rarely is there someone on the ground who is able to connect these resources with the students and schools that need them most. Through a school-based CIS-HOT site coordinator, we provide supportive guidance and counseling and bring community resources into schools to empower success for all students by removing barriers that stand in the way of students from reaching the bright futures they deserve.
Integrated Student Supports
tier 1: school wide services
Each site coordinator works directly on a campus with administrative staff. They work together to identify how CIS can support the school.
At this level, we coordinate campus-wide events for students and families.
Example: Career Day, Health Fairs
tier 2: targeted programs
Creating a community of support among peers, we create small group sessions/clubs on campus that serve a specific purpose, like mentoring or tutoring with site coordinator oversight and leadership.
Example: Lunch Buddies Mentoring, Boys to Men Small Group, Life Skills Training
tier 3: individual support
On every campus, each site coordinator provides one-on-one case management services to an average of 100 students. This is specific to the needs of the student, and where they can best support them.
Example: Counseling services, one-on-one tutoring, assist with post-high school opportunities
Our Six Core Services
1. counseling and supportive guidance
Providing students with individual supportive guidance and counseling and facilitating support groups to help them manage their emotions and interactions with peers; addressing issues such as grief and loss, depression, low self-esteem, anger management, anxiety, and suspected drug/alcohol use.
2. Health and human services
Each of our site coordinators have resources for students including clothing, hygiene products, and other basic needs that are most needed for the school students.
Linking students to local service agencies to meet basic needs like food, clothing, and transportation assistance, as well as referrals for crisis intervention, medical, dental, and mental health issues.
3. parent and family involvement
Open parent communication to identify needs of the student and best avenue of support, as well as check in’s and conferences. Providing parent workshops to engage parents and coordinate volunteer opportunities for parents at the school to involve the family in their child’s education.
4. college and career readiness
Building students’ skills to prepare them for post-secondary education and careers beyond high school by providing workshops on essay-writing, college applications, resume-building, job applications, successful interviewing and hosting college tours & career days.
Refer students to the CISHOT Workforce services as well.
5. enrichment activities
Organizing field trips for students to visit local museums, cultural events, and college campuses, as well as planning large group events such as guest speaker presentations and health fairs.
6. academic support
Providing tutoring sessions for students requiring personalized attention in test-taking, study skills, or specific subject areas and helping ensure that completed assignments are turned in.