Jun 16, 2025 | News Articles
Christian Ayala, a first-year student at Elon University, recently shared his powerful story and the role that Communities In Schools of Chatham County (CISCC) has played in his journey. Growing up in Siler City, Christian and his family faced many challenges—from...
May 2, 2025 | News Articles, Uncategorized
April was another full month of being present with Chatham County students and families. From field trips, to community-wide events, to our Annual Breakfast, our impact continues and lives are being transformed in many positive ways. Read our highlights from the month...
Mar 31, 2025 | News Articles
It is hard to believe we are already into the 4th Quarter with our students. Our work continues, and we have had a lot of incredible impact in March. Read below to see some of our highlights and upcoming events. Being present makes a huge impact in the lives of...
Aug 26, 2019 | Mentoring, News Articles, Our Organization, Our Programs, Youth
Shirille Lee, the Student Support Specialist for Youth FIRST for Chatham Communities In Schools, joined the CIS team as a staff member in 1998. But long before that, she was a volunteer mentor and board member. Her full-time service to CIS has included being the...
Jun 15, 2018 | Chatham Middle School, News Articles, Stories, Youth
The mission of Chatham County Schools (CCS) is “to graduate globally competitive and confident students by providing a rigorous and relevant curriculum in a supportive, safe and nurturing learning environment.” This is a lofty mission, and it’s difficult to achieve...
Jun 15, 2018 | News Articles, Stories, Uncategorized, Virginia Cross Elementary School, Youth
In November 2016, with increased support from Chatham County Schools, Communities In Schools Chatham County (CISCC) expanded its services to Virginia Cross Elementary (VCE) in Siler City to reach the younger siblings of Chatham Middle School (CMS) students and...
