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Newsletter - Oct. 2009
SUCCESS STORIES
Thanks to the generosity of donors, CIS has helped thousands of children excel in schools throughout the Charleston region. learn more
ROUNDBALL CLASSIC
December 28, 29, 30, 2009
The Roundball Classic is a nationally-recognized basketball tournament that benefits Communities In Schools of the Charleston Area, Inc. and the Rotary Club of North Charleston. learn more
THE CHOCOLATE AFFAIR
February 6, 2010
The Chocolate Affair is a gala function offering gourmet catering, chocolate desserts from Charleston's finest restaurants and speciality shops, and auction items. learn more
CHARLESTON YACHT AFFAIR
May 16, 2010
The Charleston Yacht Affair features exclusive yacht tours, delicious cuisine from Charleston’s top chefs, entertainment and more. learn more
RESOURCES
Achievement Gap Report (PDF)
Graduation Rate Fact Sheet (PDF)
Sobering Costs of Dropouts in SC (PDF)
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Thank You For Your Support!
2008 -2009 Numbers Show Champion Efforts
Of CIS Supporters And Staff
Few things are more satisfying and uplifting than watching the youth of our community respond to the positive and measurable efforts of Communities In Schools of the Charleston Area. Our success has been rewarding, especially when the "numbers" reflect the countless hours of personal contact and guidance afforded to students by our concerned community. Let us share a few of those accomplishments with you.
During the 2008-09 School Year, CIS provided Student Support Services to children attending twelve schools in the counties of Berkeley and Charleston: St. Stephen Elementary, St. Stephen Middle, Angel Oak Elementary, Edith L. Frierson Elementary, Jennie Moore Elementary, Memminger Elementary, Mitchell Elementary, North Charleston Elementary, Orange Grove Elementary, Haut Gap Middle, St. Johns High School and Septima P. Clark Academy. The results below are based on the 594 students who received ongoing CIS support services at these schools:
- 97% maintained passing grades and were promoted to the next grade level
- 82% improved grades in at least one major subject area
- 91% improved/maintained adequate attendance rates
- 100% of students old enough to drop out chose to remain in school
- 100% eligible seniors graduated from high school
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