Communities In Schools Chatham County (CIS CC, and formerly Chatham County Together!) has been serving at-risk youth in Chatham County since 1989. Over the years, programs have evolved, new programs have been added, programs’ names have been changed, and some programs have even been moved to other local agencies to oversee. What has stayed … Continue Reading
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Restorative Justice: An Opportunity Rather Than a Punishmet
It’s not a person’s mistakes which define them—it’s the way they make amends. ~Freya North Teenagers often make mistakes, and sometimes those mistakes get them in trouble with the law. When someone breaks the law, they have to face the consequences. What if the consequences for delinquent youth focused less on punishing them and more … Continue Reading
CIS CC Awarded Collaborative Project Grant
Triangle Community Foundation, United Way of Chatham County and Chatham County Government announce the winner of their second grant focused on a collaborative approach to a major challenge in Chatham County. This year the grant focused on collaborative approaches to family stability. The winning project, Learning Institute/Instituto de Aprendizaje, involves two nonprofits, Communities in Schools … Continue Reading
April 23-29 is National Volunteer Appreciation Week!
“Volunteers Are Love In Motion” – Anonymous Volunteers give freely of themselves to serve the needs of others. In 2015-16, over 100 CIS CC volunteers gave over 7,070 hours of service! Please consider becoming a volunteer! CIS CC has a variety of opportunities for those willing to share their time and talents. YOU can make the … Continue Reading
Thank You, CIS CC Mentors!
Communities In Schools of Chatham County is very appreciative of those who give a few hours each month to make a difference in the lives of Chatham County youth! We couldn’t do it without you! You really can make a difference in the life of a child! Paula Applegate Elizabeth Anton Mark Barroso Laura Benitez … Continue Reading
A Busy Summer
*Please note: Personal names in this story have been changed to protect identity. The chances of Wayne committing a juvenile offense were high that spring. The weather was warm and the teens were just “hanging out” killing time. It was a simple act, just something to do for fun. The fun was short lived and … Continue Reading
A Match Made in Heaven: Carlos’ Story
When Enrique and Amanda Rojas met with CIS of Chatham County’s Mentoring Program Manager Shirille Lee more than 2 years ago, they said mentoring would be a family commitment. The mentee would be participating in family gatherings, and interacting with their own children. So before they made the commitment, their children would have to also agree … Continue Reading
