Integrated Student Supports The Communities In Schools Model

1 out of every 5 students in the U.S. lives in poverty. Who is at risk? 1 out of every 5 students in the U.S. lives in poverty. 88% of U.S. teachers believe that poverty is the #1 barrier to effective learning in the classroom. 20% amount of time U.S. teachers spend helping students with problems outside of the classroom.

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Why dropout prevention? 1 4 to 1 3 of young Americans are not graduating from high school or not graduating on time. Only 42% of high school drop-outs find gainful employment Dropouts are more likely to apply for government assistance, be arrested, and have health problems. Increasing the high school completion rate by 1% would save the U.S. $1.4 billion annually in reduced costs associated with crime. Ultimately, one high school dropout will cost taxpayers $292,000

When a student drops out… Long process of disengagement. May begin before a child even enters school. Not a single event, but a process.

Integrated Student Supports

Integrated Student Supports ISS are a school-based approach to promoting students’ academic success Resources include… Tutoring Mentoring Linkages to physical and mental health care Linkages to parenting classes, basic needs, etc…

ISS Programs Nationwide 75% Black/Hispanic Students 1.5 million students served 3000 Schools

Major Providers Communities In Schools (largest provider, operating in 2,400 schools sites) Beacon Initiative Children’s Aid Society Community Schools City Connects Comer School Development Program Eleve8 Say Yes to Education School of the 21st Century Turnaround for Children University-Assisted Community Schools

Common Characteristics Needs Assessment Integration within the school Community Partnerships Coordinated Supports Data Tracking All providers assume that academic outcomes are a result of both academic and non-academic factors.

Effectiveness of ISS Study by Child Trends shows… ISS can contribute to school success… Decreases in… grade retention dropout Increases in… attendance math achievement overall GPA

Effectiveness of ISS Whole-Child Perspective Educational success is effected by… Child’s health and safety Socio-emotional development Behavior Product of multiple and varied factors Enhanced academic success with comprehensive supports

Communities In Schools $1 spent $4- $15 ALL ISS PROGRAMS $11.60 Communities In Schools Return on Investment

Child Trends Study Conclusions ISS can broaden focus of education to incorporating non-academic factors in support of academic achievement and goals. At-risk students can benefit due to the individualization of services and supports. ISS is complimentary to other school reform efforts.

Communities In Schools

What is Communities In Schools? Nation’s leading community-based organization helping kids stay in school and prepare for life. CIS has championed the connection of needed community resources within schools. The result: Teachers are free to teach.

At a glance… 40 years of providing student services 25 states + District of Columbia 164 affiliates, nationwide 2,400+ school sites

The Five Basics Communities In Schools believes that every child needs and deserves these “Five Basics”: A one-on-one relationship with a caring adult A safe place to learn and grow A healthy start and a healthy future A marketable skill to use upon graduation A chance to give back to peers and community

The CIS Model Our unique model places site coordinators in schools to broker integrated student supports. Partnerships play a key role in bridging the gap between the school and what students need to be successful. Evidenced-based programs support the work of our site coordinators.

Building a Case Management Continuum 3 Tiers of Support Three Tiers of Support Building a Case Management Continuum

ABC’s A = Attendance B= Behavior C = Course Performance Goal oriented at school level and individual student level: A = Attendance B= Behavior C = Course Performance

Implementation Keys to Success Challenges Working relationships with leadership Being the “good” guy Access to student information Full integration into school Articulating what we do Narrowing the focus Who we can help vs. who we can’t Not just another service provider

The Proof Among students receiving intensive services, 78% met attendance goals, 85% met academic goals and 89% met behavior goals for the 2014/2015 school year*. 99% stayed in school 93% of seniors graduated 93% were promoted 96% were promoted to the next grade locally * Data cited from Communities In Schools Spring 2016 National Impact Report found at www.communitiesinschools.org/about/publications/publication/spring-2016-impact-report

Communities In Schools of VA

Communities In Schools of VA 4,060 Case managed by 66 site coordinators 85% qualify for free/reduced lunch. 83% of our schools receive Title I funding.

CIS of VA Results 75% improved attendance 84% improved academics 80% improved behavior 99% stayed in school 89% K-11 promoted 88% seniors graduated

Communities In Schools of SWVA Began: July 2012 Number of schools: 4 Number of at-risk students who were case managed: 134 Our Results: 76% Improved Attendance 77% Improved Behavior 89% Improved Academics 93% K-11 Students Promoted

Partnering with CIS Funding: ESSA Opportunities Local foundations Corporations Individuals Federal/state dollars School districts ESSA Opportunities Contact your local affiliate and/or the CIS of VA office for more information on how to bring CIS to your school and/or school district.

Contact Information Communities In Schools of SWVA 220 Lee Street, Bristol, VA 24201 276-821-5630 Deborah Wagner, Executive Director Alex Littleton Regional Program Director littletona@cisofva.org Communities In Schools of VA 413 Stuart Circle, Richmond, VA 23220 804-237-8909 Quentin Brown, State Director Catherine Estevez, Assistant Director, Training and Compliance estevezc@cisofva.org

Thank you

Resources Communities In Schools, www.communitiesinschools.org. Communities In Schools of VA, Annual Report, 2015-2016. Moore, K. A., & Emig, C. (2014, February). Integrated Student Supports: A Summary of the Evidence Base for Policymakers. Retrieved June 15, 2017, from https://www.childtrends.org/publications/integrated-student-supports-a-summary-of-the-evidence-base-for-policymakers/.