COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF INDIANA
Organization name: MSD of Decatur Township
Program Type
Mentoring and career navigation programs
Leadership skills & college/career prep programs
Ages Served:
5-11 Years
12-18 Years
19-25 Years
Overview
Brief Program Summary: Communities In Schools (CIS) is the nation’s largest and most
effective organization dedicated to keeping kids in school and helping them succeed in life. The
Communities in Schools model positions site coordinators inside schools to assess students’
needs and provide resources to help them succeed in the classroom and in life. CIS partners with
local businesses, social service agencies, health care providers and volunteers. Whether it’s food,
school supplies, health care, counseling, soft skills, academic assistance, life skills, or a positive
role model, Communities In Schools is there to help.
Success Metrics: 95% of students met or made progress toward at least one of their Academic
goals.
89% of students met or made progress towards at least one of their Behavior or Social and
Emotional Learning goals.
100% of students in grades K-11 were promoted to the next grade level.
100% of students in grade 12 graduated with post-secondary plans
Demographics
Number Served & Racial Distribution:
Total Number of Individuals Annually Served
547
Black or African Americans Annually Served
26%
Hispanic or Latinos Annually Served
7%
Geographic Scope:
− Central Indiana Counties: Marion
− Additional/Other Areas of Focus: MSD Decatur Township
Resources
Annual Operating Cost: $75,000
Initial Start-Up Cost: $75,000
Contact Information
Organization Name: MSD of Decatur Township
Website: www.cisindiana.org
Respondents Name: Hadley Moore
Email: hadleym@cisindiana.org