Our Mission
Communities In Schools of Charlotte-Mecklenburg, Inc. (CIS-Charlotte) is an affiliate of the national Communities In Schools network, whose mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. Working directly inside schools, CIS connects students to caring adults and community resources to help them succeed inside and outside the classroom to reach their greatest potential.
Our Commitment to Educational Equity
CIS believes that race, socioeconomic status or the neighborhood in which one lives should not predicate student outcomes. Ensuring that all students have equitable school experiences and opportunities is foundational to our mission, and infused in everything we do. CIS-Charlotte is committed to removing systemic inequalities present in our educational system. We help champion solutions so that students can achieve success in school and in life.
CIS Alumni VIDEO: Sativa and Kamiya
We’re happy to share this recent video of two CIS graduates, sisters Sativa and Kamiya. Both graduated from Myers Park High School – Sativa in 2017 and Kamiya in 2024. After graduating from college, Sativa is now living and working in Charlotte. Kamiya just wrapped up her freshman year at UNC-Greensboro. Check out the video to hear how CIS has supported them and just how much their CIS Site Coordinator has meant to them.
Senior Spotlight: Trinity
This CIS graduate is ready to soar with the Eagles at NCCU this fall in the Pre-Nursing Honors Program.
Senior Spotlight: Neorah
2025 Graduate Neorah Wells: Aspiring to help others achieve their dreams.
Dine Out For Kids® on Tuesday, June 17!
Please join us for our annual Dine Out For Kids® event on Tuesday, June 17!
Bright Futures Begin with You!
Holiday Giving 2024 – Make a donation, and if you choose, send tribute cards in honor/memory of family and friends.