Our Why

Communities In Schools of Hampton Roads (CISofHR) proactively works within the school system to prevent students from dropping out of school. Our focus is on creating a strong support system around vulnerable students in underserved school districts, with collaboration from policymakers, school staff, parents, and business partners.

Empowering Students with Comprehensive Support

Communities In Schools Hampton Roads supports Hampton Roads Public School students by providing a network of support through case management, literacy tutoring, and afterschool programs. We collaborate with stakeholders like school administration, teachers, parents, and community partners to tackle challenges including learning disabilities, social struggles, food insecurity, and homelessness. Our aim is to help all students excel academically and in life, contributing to the betterment of the community. Interested individuals can refer to our digital booklet and recent reports for more information.

our story

Empowering Students to Succeed

CISofHR places site coordinators in schools to provide holistic support for academic and non-academic needs of students. They collaborate with community partners to address academic assistance, basic needs, health care, mentoring, and college and career preparation. The organization also implements school-wide initiatives like bully prevention assemblies and after-school programs.

Tiered Support

Communities In Schools of Hampton Roads (CISofHR) employs a tiered approach to foster a positive school climate and address risk factors.

Tier 1 involves school-wide services like motivational speakers and anti-bullying programs.
Tier 2 offers targeted programs such as academic tutoring for students with common needs, with progress tracking by Site Coordinators.
Tier 3 provides individualized support through case management, weekly direct services, and interventions for students facing specific challenges.

While dropout rates in Hampton Roads’ Public Schools have decreased, there remains a focus on increasing on-time graduation. The early warning response system framework is utilized to develop prevention and intervention strategies, ensuring students stay on track to graduate.