Local nonprofit, Communities In Schools (CIS) of Western Nevada, is launching its 10th Annual “Fill the Bus” school supply drive, collecting essential school supplies and hygiene products for students and families across Washoe County ahead of the 2026-2027 school year. The month-long drive supports more than 13,000 Washoe County School District students in 24 local high-needs … [Read more...] about Communities in Schools of Western Nevada Kicks Off 10th Annual ‘Fill the Bus’ School Supply Drive
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Communities In Schools of Nevada Announces 97% Graduation Rate for Students Served During the 2024-2025 School Year
LAS VEGAS, NEV. – Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS of Nevada), part of the nation’s leading evidence-based nonprofit dedicated to keeping kids in school, announces a 97 percent graduation rate for its case-managed students in the 2024-2025 school year. More than 800 case-managed students graduated or earned their GED, marking the largest graduating class and underscoring … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools of Nevada Announces 97% Graduation Rate for Students Served During the 2024-2025 School Year
Industry FocusEducation
Education in Nevada is changing. Not only have there been massive changes in funding due to shifting political sands, but the traditional path of pursuing a bachelor’s degree after high school is rapidly losing popularity. Instead, students are pursuing quick degrees and certificates that allow them to enter the workforce sooner with pay scales that historically … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Student Voices Come to Life in New Pickett Park Mural
Students from across Washoe County are leaving their mark on the community, thanks to a powerful new mural unveiled at Pickett Park. The mural is the result of a unique collaboration between Communities In Schools (CIS) of Western Nevada and the Nevada Museum of Art, offering local youth a creative platform to express their stories. The mural was created as part of the CoLab … [Read more...] about Student Voices Come to Life in New Pickett Park Mural
Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada Celebrates 13th Annual Power Within
LAS VEGAS, NEV (April 28, 2025) – Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada (CIS of Southern Nevada), part of the nation’s leading evidence-based stay-in-school organization serving 70,000-plus students in 80+ schools throughout Clark County School District, recently recognized three students at its Power Within event for their remarkable improvement during the 2024-2025 school … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada Celebrates 13th Annual Power Within
Miracle Mile Shops to Partner with Communities in Schools of Nevada for 2025 Caring, Giving, Changing Campaign
LAS VEGAS – Miracle Mile Shops, located next to Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, has teamed up with Communities In Schools of Nevada for the 2025 Caring, Giving, Changing campaign. All coins tossed into the Rain Show throughout the year by Miracle Mile Shops’ customers will be gathered and donated to Communities In Schools of Nevada. The ongoing contributions and … [Read more...] about Miracle Mile Shops to Partner with Communities in Schools of Nevada for 2025 Caring, Giving, Changing Campaign
Communities In Schools of Western Nevada Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary with a Benefit Concert Featuring Yachtley Crew
Communities In Schools (CIS) of Western Nevada is thrilled to celebrate a decade of impact in Washoe County School District with a benefit concert featuring the nationally renowned band Yachtley Crew. Concert doors open at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 18, 2025, at The Grand Theatre at Grand Sierra Resort, 2500 E 2nd St in Reno. This inaugural event will raise funds to support CIS’s … [Read more...] about Communities In Schools of Western Nevada Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary with a Benefit Concert Featuring Yachtley Crew
2023-2024 School Year Results: Communities in Schools of Western Nevada Celebrates Landmark Growth and Student Success
Communities In Schools (CIS) of Western Nevada proudly announces significant achievements for Washoe County students during the 2023-2024 school year. Part of the nation’s leading evidence-based stay-in-school organization, CIS of Western Nevada supported nearly 10,000 students across Washoe County in Title 1 or high needs schools, with growth to the program. Despite the … [Read more...] about 2023-2024 School Year Results: Communities in Schools of Western Nevada Celebrates Landmark Growth and Student Success
CareSource Commits $300,000 to Communities in Schools To Address School Absenteeism and Provide Critical Wraparound Services
HENDERSON, NEV. (Jan. 30, 2025) – CareSource, a nationally recognized nonprofit managed care organization, announced a national partnership with Communities In Schools (CIS), with a portion of the funds being allocated to support essential wraparound services with CIS’s Nevada affiliate, Communities In Schools of Nevada (CIS of Nevada) during an event at Chaparral High School … [Read more...] about CareSource Commits $300,000 to Communities in Schools To Address School Absenteeism and Provide Critical Wraparound Services
Industry FocusEducation
Nevada has never excelled in education. Ranked consistently in the bottom five states for educational achievement, Nevada’s leaders in education are tackling the issues and looking to change education's trajectory. Challenges of undervaluing education, chronic absenteeism amongst students, advancements in technology, overpopulated classrooms and a teacher shortage … [Read more...] about Industry Focus
Southern Hills Hospital Sponsors Project Marilyn’s ‘Pad the Bus’ Drive for Communities in Schools’ Annual School Supply Event
Project Marilyn, a local nonprofit whose mission is to stop period poverty in Southern Nevada, announced today that Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center will be sponsoring Project Marilyn’s efforts to raise funds and collect enough product to “Pad the Bus” at Communities In Schools (CIS)’ annual Fill The Bus school supply drive on July 27. Collection boxes will be … [Read more...] about Southern Hills Hospital Sponsors Project Marilyn’s ‘Pad the Bus’ Drive for Communities in Schools’ Annual School Supply Event
Nevada Needs Learning & Emotional Recovery for Students
Data from the federally mandated standardized student assessments are showing that students in Nevada are greatly suffering from learning loss, likely as a result of school closures and hybrid learning models throughout the pandemic. Each year, Nevada students in grades 3-8 take the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) assessments in English/ Language Arts (ELA) and … [Read more...] about Nevada Needs Learning & Emotional Recovery for Students
Around the State: September 2018
Back-to-School Spending Expected to Exceed $369 Million in Nevada According to the Retail Association of Nevada (RAN), back-to-school shoppers are expected to spend over $369 million on new clothes, backpacks and school supplies to gear up for the new academic year. With the school year starting last month in most Nevada schools, back-to-school shopping is second only to … [Read more...] about Around the State: September 2018
Industry Focus: Non-Profit
Non-profits in Nevada are facing a myriad of challenges from finding qualified staff and volunteers to changes to the federal tax code. Recently, executives for Nevada non-profits met at the Las Vegas offices of City National Bank to discuss these and other issues facing their industry. Connie Brennan, publisher and CEO of Nevada Business Magazine, served as moderator for … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Non-Profit
Industry Focus: Education
Education continues to be a hot topic for many citizens of the Silver State. Concerns over state rankings have been addressed by both public and private sectors in hopes of improving the overall status of students in Nevada. Recently, leaders in education in Nevada met at the Las Vegas office of City National Bank to discuss what can be done for Nevada to reach its full … [Read more...] about Industry Focus: Education