(An extension service of the Humber Community YMCA)
We are Communities In Schools (CIS)
Newfoundland and Labrador, Inc.
Our
To mobilize a
caring community within schools throughout Western Newfoundland to ensure the
well being of every child and youth through peer support and effective community
partnerships and alliances.
Our Beliefs:
That every
child and youth deserves:
·
A
personal, one- on- one relationship with a caring adult
·
A
safe place to learn and grow
·
A
marketable skill to use upon graduation
·
A
chance to give back to peers and community
·
A
healthy start in life
What we do:
We work with
schools to coordinate the delivery of services to young people by recruiting
community volunteers to help support school initiatives.
We do exactly what our name implies - we bring “Communities In Schools.”
CIS is a partnership. Our
name reflects our fundamental belief that the whole community - businesses,
health/social service agencies, schools, families and communities - must work
together to help young people stay in school and realize their potential.
Our Partners:
Volunteers,
Justice,
Social Services
“Where kids are our
number one priority.”
CIS Objectives:
·
To
increase community involvement in schools.
·
To
increase parental involvement in schools.
·
To
provide students with opportunities to experience success.
·
To
encourage all students to stay in school.
·
To
enhance the educational, personal and social development of students.
·
To
improve the self- esteem and self- confidence of students.
·
To
coordinate delivery of services to students and their families at the school
site.
·
To
provide opportunities for skill development.
How to contact CIS:
Communities In
Schools Team Leader for Corner Brook and Deer Lake
A2H 6H6
Telephone:
(709) 639- 9676
Fax:
(709) 634- 9622
Email:
cisamyyoung@hotmail.com
Ada Hounsell
Communities In
Schools Site Coordinator for
26 Wight’s
Road
A8A 2H6
Telephone:
(709) 635- 2196
Fax: (709)
635- 3372
Email:
cisadahounsell@hotmail.com