Monthly Archives: October 2009

Communities In Schools VISTA volunteer awarded “Citizen of the Quarter” in Auburn WA

In December of 2008 Kaylee Henderson moved from Nixa, Missouri to Auburn to work as an AmeriCorp VISTA volunteer with Communities In Schools. VISTA volunteers serve one year terms and receive an educational award upon completion. Kaylee works with Communities … Continue reading

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Database allows easier access to social services in Federal Way schools

Oct 20 2009 – Federal Way Mirror KYRA LOW Thanks to a partnership between Communities In Schools and the City of Federal Way, teachers and counselors will have a new tool to help students going through a rough patch. Together, … Continue reading

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Pierce County Graduation Summit: Friday, 8:00am

The News Tribune, Debbie Cafazzo Elected officials, educators, business leaders and advocates for kids will gather Friday at the Tacoma campus of The Evergreen State College to discuss ways to increase the high school graduation rate in Pierce County. The … Continue reading

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CIS Stage Wows Puyallup Fair-Goers

For 3 years now the Communities In Schools stage at the Puyallup Fair has been showcasing the talents of children and youth in our local schools. This year was no different. Over the course of the Fair, the CIS stage … Continue reading

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