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
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