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- EIN 74-2393714
- 210-520-8440
- 1616 E Commerce Bldg 1 San Antonio TX 78205 USA
- www.cissa.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Children & Youth, Education, Educational Services, Human Service Organizations, Human Services, Youth Centers & Clubs, Youth Development Programs
Mission:
The mission of Communities in Schools of San Antonio (CIS-SA) is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. National CIS founder Bill Milliken’s vision of bringing vital services to where children already spend their days – in school – is realized in Bexar County through the provision of comprehensive, on-site programs and services by our professional casemanagers.
Geographic areas served: San Antonio, Bexar County
Programs: Communities In Schools stay-in-school programs provide services in six different components to help students stay in school. The components include: counseling and supportive guidance, health and human services, parental and family involvement, career awareness, enrichment, and educational enhancement. CIS also offers Talent Search and Upward Bound programs in 9 San Antonio schools. These programs help first generation college candidates prepare for college. CIS also has over 500 volunteers, mentors, and tutors creating positive one-on-one relationships with kids.