Expand What Works
Licensed Partnerships
While the rigor of our model is consistent, we recognize the needs of schools are unique.
Whether the goal is to monitor student progress or more effectively coordinate community resources, Communities In Schools® (CIS®) provides the training and technical assistance needed to grow capacity and increase impact.
Our licensed partnerships are self-sustaining, allowing for flexibility to expand efforts to the schools and communities that need it most.
Unlocking Public Dollars for Local Impact
In February 2023, CIS announced an unprecedented $165 million philanthropic investment that matches public sector funds to bring CIS’ in-school, integrated student supports services to Title-I schools across the country. This fund will be available to school districts that plan to invest in implementing the CIS model of integrated student supports.
Licensed Partnership
with West Virginia
Communities In Schools and the West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) created a partnership in 2018 to deliver the CIS model of integrated student supports to some of the state’s most at-risk students.
Rather than expand the presence of an affiliated CIS nonprofit organization, the partnership “licensed” the West Virginia Department of Education to train local practitioners to implement an evidence-based model.
WVDE began the project with a pilot in nine schools in school year 2018-2019. Finding success with students and support from local and political stakeholders, WVDE expanded the model to more than 110 schools serving approximately 50,000 students as of March 2021.
Licensed Partner Spotlight
Little Rock Public School District (LRSD)
The district joined the CIS Network as a Licensed Partner in 2023 and has since expanded into 10 schools in the district, serving nearly 5,000 students.
"At Little Rock School District we work to serve the whole student, family, and community. The impact of CIS working in our district will help build power for both our students and families." -Dr. Jermall Wright, Superintendent, Little Rock School District
(Photo: In a unique program called the "Monthly Mabelvale Magic Makeovers," five to ten barbers and hair stylists set up stations in the gym to cut students’ hair free of charge.)
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To learn more about this public, private partnership, we asked that you answer a few questions and fill out the interest form. One of the requirements for to receive this private funding is to match it with a commitment to use school district funds that ensure this work is sustainable.
To learn more about this process, contact your local affiliate and also fill out this form. One of our team members will contact you.
Licensed Partnership Interest Form
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