SUCCESS THROUGH COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS
Peer Mentoring Programs
Communities In Schools has had great success in matching elementary and middle school students with volunteers and our data shows that they make a difference for the children. Our programs connect students with a mentor who works one-on-one with them over the course of the school year. Together, they focus on academic progress as directed by the mentee's teacher and, along the way, build a relationship.
Our data reports that students involved in mentoring have improved grades by an average of .5 on a 4 point scale, improved attendance by 52% and reduced discipline infractions by 35%. CIS partners with businesses, individuals, faith-based groups, high school students and other groups to provide mentoring opportunities for students.
