“More than anything in the world, Emily wants her mentee to be successful and independent. Emily can definitely take credit for some of her student’s confidence today, and thanks in part to Emily’s consistent, supportive presence, her mentee is flourishing.” -Paola Loera, BA, CISNT Site Coordinator, Bridgeport High School Emily Pivoda began mentoring with Communities […]
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Atmos Energy Donates $20,000 to Communities In Schools of North Texas
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE ATMOS ENERGY DONATES $20,000 TO COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF NORTH TEXAS TO HELP AT-RISK STUDENTS STAY IN SCHOOL AND ACHIEVE IN LIFE Part of a $125,000 donation Atmos Energy has made to CIS Affiliates in Texas to positively impact the lives of Texas students. LEWISVILLE, Texas (April 3, 2024) – Communities In […]
Read moreFree Afterschool Programs Open in Denton County
Local nonprofit to provide free afterschool programs to more than 800 Denton ISD and Lewisville ISD students In its 30th year of service in North Texas, Communities In Schools of North Texas (CISNT) has been preliminarily awarded by the Texas Education Agency to receive nearly $10 million in federal funding to operate 10 school-based afterschool […]
Read morePNM Resources Foundation’s 40th Anniversary Celebration Supports CISNT
Communities In Schools of North Texas is thrilled to be a PNM Resources Foundation 40th Anniversary Grant recipient! In celebration of the PNM Resources Foundation’s 40th anniversary and commitment to giving back to the communities it serves, CISNT was one of ten organizations selected to receive a $40,000 grant award. The Foundation awarded $700,000 in […]
Read moreNew Clothes Closet for Central Elementary
Sometimes, it’s the smallest things that make all the difference. Communities In Schools of North Texas believes that every child needs and deserves five basic things, one of which is a safe place to learn and grow. We may not think of clothing as being an integral part of creating this safe place, but not […]
Read moreCongratulations, Kora Shores, 2023 CISNT Secondary Student of the Year!
Congratulations to Kora, the 2023 Communities In Schools of North Texas Secondary Student of the Year! Kora is an 8th grade student at Bridgeport Middle School who was referred to CIS at the beginning of 7th grade by the school nurse. Kora was new to Bridgeport and was frequenting the nurse’s office due to her […]
Read moreCongratulations, Elijah Scheideman, 2023 Elementary Student of the Year!
Congratulations to Elijah, the 2023 Communities In Schools of North Texas Elementary Student of the Year! Eli is a 5th grade student at Clara Love Elementary this year, who has been with CISNT since the 2nd grade. Eli’s teacher referred him for behavioral and emotional concerns, as he had difficulty making and maintaining friendships with […]
Read moreCongratulations, Paul Voorheis, 2023 CISNT Volunteer of the Year!
CISNT believes that ALL children need and deserve a one-to-one relationship with a caring adult. Based on this belief, CISNT engages over 800 volunteers in our programs every school year to pour into the lives of our students as positive role models and advocates. Mr. Voorheis provided a one-on-one relationship with a caring adult, where […]
Read moreCongratulations, Ms. Rachel Flanders, 2023 CISNT Educator of the Year!
Congratulations to Ms. Rachel Flanders, the 2023 Communities In Schools of North Texas Educator of the Year! Ms. Flanders is in her first year as principal of Harmon High School in Lewisville ISD. Previously, she served as a beloved Assistant Principal for three years and has worked in education for the past 19 years. Ms. […]
Read moreTasha Moore Begins New Role as CEO of CISNT
Tasha Moore begins new role as Chief Executive Officer of Communities In Schools of North Texas Tasha Moore officially stepped into the role of Chief Executive Officer of Communities In Schools of North Texas (CISNT) on Tuesday, October 18 after being named lone finalist on September 30. “I am honored to serve our as the […]
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