Amaya: Changing the World
This year, Terrell High School senior Amaya set a BIG goal—earning a scholarship to UT Tyler.
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Graduate Spotlight
Get inspired by the stories of Communities In Schools® (CIS®) 2025 graduates as they prepare to embark on their next chapter—be it joining the workforce, serving our country, or pursuing further education—we are filled with pride and optimism for their future.
Roman: On the Importance of Showing Up
I am a graduating senior of 2025, and very proud to be one. Showing up is difficult, but necessary. During my entire high school career, I found it difficult to show up. Going to school for 8 hours a day was emotionally exhausting. However, it doesn't have to be.
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Tony: Pushing Forward No Matter What
“Keep pushing forward no matter what life throws at you. Don’t let your past define your future.” That’s the advice Tony offers to the next class of graduates at his soon-to-be alma mater, Eldorado High School in Las Vegas.
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Naomi: Support That Makes a Difference
Naomi, a high school senior, found the support she needed through her Communities In Schools of Northwest Michigan Site Coordinator Monica Rau. From organizing her schedule and helping her manage stress, to preparing for her driver’s permit with mock tests and paperwork, Monica was by Naomi’s side every step of the way.
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Neorah: Aspiring to Help Others Achieve Their Dreams
My journey with Communities In Schools has been nothing short of transformative, exceeding all initial expectations. At the heart of this experience is my site coordinator, Carlea Atkinson. Her office became a safe haven, a place where I could seek advice and guidance. Ms. Atkinson's commitment to my growth was evident in the numerous college and university visits she facilitated, exposing me to a world beyond my immediate surroundings.
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Sierra: Turning Her Senior Year Into a Success Story
Senior Sierra set out to make her last year her best – and she more than delivered. Referred to Communities In Schools of Tennessee by her principal (and herself), Sierra connected with Hope Childs, her program manager, to tackle two big goals: improving her attendance and getting career-ready.
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As a proud Communities In Schools of San Antonio alum, our President and CEO Rey Saldaña knows firsthand the impact of having a CIS site coordinator in your corner! Here's his message for the Class of 2025🎓
Celebrating the Class of '25
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Our graduating seniors have worked hard to make it to this point. Your message will remind them that they have a network of support that extends beyond what they could ever imagine.
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Alumni Spotlight
Mariyah: Thriving in College and Beyond
"Seeing a change in myself is great, but I can also see a change in my friends that worked with CIS as well. I like seeing my friends taken care of. CIS did something good for me and those around me, and that's a good feeling."
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