2004-2005 News Archives
 Celebrating Successes: Seeking the Goal Communities In Schools of North Texas would like to extend our most sincere appreciation to all who helped make Celebrating Successes: Seek the Goal a wonderful event. Those who attended, donated or sponsored the event helped us to continue to work towards helping our students Seek the Goal. |
 CISNT Board Member Named Denton's Young Professionals Member of the YearScott Hagan, CISNT Board Member was recently named Denton's Young Professionals (DYP) Member of the Year. DYP, a professional organization promoting community and civic involvement recognized Mr. Hagan at a recent luncheon for his service and commitment to the community. Mr. Hagan, Marketing Coordinator at Denton Area Teachers Credit Union, joined the CISNT board of directors in 2004 and has been instrumental in the development of corporate partnerships between CISNT and area businesses committed to assisting the at-risk student community. |
 CIS Day at the CapitalCISNT staff met in Austin on March 9, 2005 in support of vital legislative efforts to increase the level of funding to expand CIS programs across the State of Texas. CISNT Campus Managers, LaQuesia Norman and Veronica Martinez are pictured here with Governor Rick Perry. CIS staff, board members, volunteers and students from CIS organizations across Texas canvassed the capital to increase the awareness of CIS programs and our students' needs. Collectively, 26 CIS programs across the state provide case management services to over 64,000 students that are at risk of dropping out of school. |
 Hibernia
National Bank host Spring Bridal Show, April 23Thank you to all the wedding professionals that attended Hibernia Bank's Spring Bridal Show. The event was free of charge, and proceeds from vendors benefitted Communities In Schools of North Texas. |
 CISNT
Roanoke Elementary Students experience the Fort Worth Stock Show and
RodeoCISNT students of Roanoke Elementary School, through a generous donation from Hillwood Development, recently attended the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. Hillwood, a primary underwriter of the CISNT program at Roanoke Elementary provided tickets and transportation to the event. Students were able to touch and learn about various animals. They experienced how modern technology has enhanced the milking process, they learned the importance of agriculture in our environment, and they were even able to play with younger animals in the petting zoo. The rodeo was the icing on the cake for these students. Most of them had never been to a rodeo. The lights, the sounds, the smells, the excitement of it all made it a day they will never forget. From bucking broncos, to calf roping, to bull riding, to chuckwagon races, and even a motorcycle jump over a recreation vehicle, it was an exciting afternoon for these students. |
 Barnes
and Noble Book Store in Denton sponsors Holiday Book Drive benefiting
Communities In Schools of North TexasIn support of the academic focus of Communities In Schools of North Texas, Barnes and Noble Book Store in Denton is sponsoring a Holiday Book Drive, from December 11 - 30th. Barnes and Noble customers that would like to support the academics of students may purchase and donate books from a special section of the store. Books from this section were selected by our ISD's curriculum department partners, as noteworthy books for various age groups. Donated books will be distributed to students enrolled in our program as part of the CISNT's Holiday Giving Program. |
 Hibernia
Bank sponsors Shoe and Coat Drive benefiting Communities In Schools
of North TexasHibernia Bank participates in CISNT's one-on-one tutor/mentor program weekly at DeLay Middle School. Lori Krouskos, Branch Manager celebrates a Perfect Attendance Award with her student Katelyn. Hibernia Bank at the Vista Ridge location (2801 MacArthur Blvd. Lewisville) cares about the community and invites you to participate in their Shoe and Coat Drive for the month of November. Simply bring your new and gently used donations to the bank. In, addition you can open a Free Checkingsm* account and you'll receive a free gift while Communities In Schools of North Texas receives a $10 donation. |
 Drug
Enforcement Agency Partners with CISNT for Red Ribbon WeekLewisville, Texas - In celebration of Red Ribbon Week, Communities In Schools of North Texas at Hedrick Elementary along with Hedrick Middle School partnered to provide our students with an extraordinary visit. The National Guard of Austin, the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Lewisville High School ROTC joined us to say "NO TO DRUGS." On Monday October 25, 2004, the National Guard Helicopter landed in the field behind both schools. The Kindergartners through third grade students and staff gathered to watch the helicopter fly in and land. The National Guard Officers then met with the students and discussed WHY you need to have a clear mind to be a pilot and a soldier. They pressed on how drugs do not allow this. The kids were given a chance to walk through the helicopter. The fourth through eighth grade students met with the DEA as they exhibited the gear that they use when they are in the field confiscating drugs. They also watched an outstanding rifle drill performance given by the LHS ROTC. Finally, to complete the assembly, the students saw the helicopter take off. The children were left with an impression they will never forget. CISNT would like to thank all that were involved in helping Hedrick Elementary and Middle Schools continue to commit to being a drug free campus. |
 Corporate
Partners Provide School SuppliesMost of us think of school supplies in August as we prepare for student's return to classes for the fall. For many students served by Communities In Schools of North Texas, they lack the resources necessary to purchase supplies such as paper, pens, crayons, and binders throughout the year as needed to do class work. As our name implies, Communities In Schools of North Texas relies on our Corporate Partners such as Sprint and Cadbury Schweppes, through the "giving spirit" of customers and employees that contribute school supply through promotional drives throughout the year. As students need to replenish their supplies, they are able to come to the on-site CISNT office where these supplies are stored. Communities In Schools of North Texas values the commitment of Corporate Partners and extends our heartfelt gratitude to all those that participated in these drives, ensuring that these students will always have these basic supplies. |
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Fellowship Church Supports CISNT With the change in the season, many students are in need of appropriate warmer clothing and shoes. Because of the generous donation from the members of Fellowship Church of 118 new coats, 26 new shoes, and 20 packages of new socks, students served by Communities In Schools of North Texas will be able to dress appropriately, thus allowing their attention to stay focused on their academics. Communities In Schools of North Texas wishes to thank the members of Fellowship Church for their participation in the "Coat, Shoe and Sock" drive in October 2004. CISNT is indeed fortunate to have Fellowship Church as a partner in achieving our mission of helping students achieve academic success! |
 "Building
Healthy Homes" Serves Students and Families in LewisvilleLewisville, Texas - Communities In Schools of North Texas at Hedrick Elementary, Central Elementary, Lakeland Elementary, and Delay Middle School held their second annual Building Healthy Homes Health Fair on September 30, 2004. The health fair provided services such as financial assistance information, healthcare information, and community outreach programs. Click here to see pictures of the health fair.. |
 Denton
County Commissioners Court Approves Juror Pay Donations to Communities
In Schools of North TexasDenton, Texas - Denton County Jurors can now donate their Juror pay to Communities In Schools of North Texas (CISNT). The Denton County Commissioners Court approved CISNT's request to be added to the list of Denton County nonprofit organizations to which Denton County Jurors may elect to donate their pay. Read more ... |
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Communities In Schools of North Texas receives $193,653 in Grant Funding from the Criminal Justice Division Lewisville, Texas - With recommendation for funding from the North Texas Council of Governments, the Texas Criminal Justice Division announced yesterday the award of four Safe and Drug Free School grants totaling $193,653 to Communities In Schools of North Texas (CISNT) to provide dropout prevention services to students at risk of not promoting to the next grade level or dropping out of school. The goal of CISNT is to keep at-risk students in school, to prepare them for a successful life, to partner with school staff, to coordinate fragmented social services, and to remove barriers that prevent access to resources needed to achieve academic success. Read more ... |
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An Opportunity for You to Support CISNT The holidays are just around the corner, and it is time for the annual CANTON IN THE CITY, in-door home, garden, remodeling, and craft show at the Grapevine Convention Center, 1209 North Main Street, Grapevine Texas. Show dates: October 16 and 17, and November 20 - 21. Communities In Schools of North Texas will receive a $1 donation for each adult that presents the coupon attached. Simply fill in your name and date of the show and present when you arrive. Please feel free to share the coupon with your family and friends. Proceeds will benefit our dropout prevention programs at Denton ISD, Lewisville ISD, Little Elm ISD, and Northwest ISD. |
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Communities In Schools of North Texas
is the benefiting charity for Sprint's Back to School Supply Drive.
When you donate at a Sprint store, you'll be entered in a drawing
for two tickets to a "Sprint Monday Night Football Reserve
Party. Click here to read more.
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