We know student success doesn’t happen by accident. It happens when courageous leaders create environments where every child is seen, supported, and believed in. That’s why Communities In Schools of Central Texas created the Champion Award — to honor principals who go beyond leading a campus and instead champion partnership, collaboration, and whole-child support.

Your PATHS to College Success Starts Here

PATHS (Providing Access to Holistic Support) is a Communities In Schools of Central Texas program that helps ACC students stay on track, stay supported, and succeed.

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Be the Mentor Who Changes a Life

January is National Mentoring Month. One caring adult can make all the difference. Students thrive when they know someone believes in them. As a CIS mentor, you help build confidence, belonging, and hope for the future. You do not need to have all the answers. You just need to show up.

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Volunteer with CIS!

Help support students across nine school districts and more than 120 schools in Central Texas by becoming a CIS volunteer. We’ll help find the right program and campus for you.

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Support That Changes Futures

Watch how the support of caring adults can change the trajectory of a student’s life.

Communities In Schools of Central Texas places trained Program Managers inside schools to help students overcome challenges that can stand in the way of success. Through mentorship, resources and consistent support, CIS ensures students have someone in their corner so they can stay in school and achieve in life.

Stories like these show the lasting impact of being present for students when it matters most.

When CIS is present, 99% of our students show up prepared and ready to learn.

stayed in school

graduated or were promoted to next grade level

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*Results are from the 2023-2024 school year.

improved in one or more of their individual academic, attendance and behavior need areas

Volunteers and community mentors

Campuses

Students receiving group and school-wide supports

Community Partnerships

Receiving individual case management

THE POWER OF COMMUNITY

Our unique model centers on having a dedicated, full-time social service professional on every campus we serve. We build relationships with businesses, volunteers, and partners to bring community resources to the school campus. These additional supports allow us to ensure that students get the exact services they need. We serve the following Central Texas school districts: Austin ISD, Del Valle ISD, Elgin ISD, Harmony Public Schools, Hays CISD, Lockhart ISD, Manor ISD, San Marcos CISD and Taylor ISD.

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