GUIDINGCARING

EMPOWERING

2016-17ANNUAL REPORT

COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLSOF CHATHAM COUNTY

OUR MISSIONTo surround students with a community of support, empowering

them to stay in school and achieve in life.

WE ACHIEVE OUR MISSION BY:

(1) keeping kids in school, (2) doing whatever it takes to eliminate barriers

and (3) never giving up, on anyone.

OUR VISIONChatham is a county where all children and their families

thrive and contribute to the community.

Dear Friends of Communities In Schools of Chatham County,

In 1989 a small group of dedicated people (court and guidance counselors, teachers, mental health professionals ) sat around a table and pitched in $5 each to get a post office box and start a non- profit called Chatham County Together! that would dedicate its mission to helping Chatham kids at risk for court involvement. Almost thirty years later, now as Communities In Schools Chatham County, having served 1000’s of kids, this organization continues to offer at risk youth opportunities for their personal growth and multiple ways to connect with caring adults and their community. We now “surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.”

While the issues and challenges that the youth in our community face persist, so does your generosity, energy and compassion. Without you, our job would be impossible. Together, we can continue to offer hope for Chatham's most challenged children and their families.

Thank you for all the ways you partner with us to make CIS of Chatham County the success that it is! We truly couldn’t do this work without your support. This next year is sure to be a great one.

In appreciation and service,

Kim Caraganis, Executive Director

FROM THE DIRECTORLETTER

• Expanded CIS Model services to Virginia Cross Elementary in Siler City.

• Introduced Lunch Buddies, a new type of school-based Mentoring, to fit availability of many community and employed volunteers who prefer to offer one-on-one support to students for shorter periods during the day.

• Received the GSK Impact Award in November 2016, highlighting our Mentoring, Family Advocacy and CIS model’s positive impact on community health.

• Selected by CIS NC to participate in a team-based Implementation Science Research training to support organizational and programmatic planning and quality improvement.

2016-17 HIGHLIGHTS:

2017-18 GOALS:• Launch the Learning Institute, a new collaboration with Chatham Literacy Council to promote

learning and civic engagement across families of students at Virginia Cross Elementary and Chatham Middle School.

• Apply Implementation Research methods to strengthen processes and programs.

• Grow the CIS Youth Garden community volunteer network.

• Create the 2018-21 Strategic Plan focusing on building capacity to sustain quality services and expansion.

A United Way of Chatham County agency

Family AdvocacyChildren and their parents referred by Juvenile Court counselors receive support from the staff of CIS of Chatham County as they learn valuable communication skills and accountability to help them have success at a school, at home, and in the community.

MentoringCIS of Chatham County’s mentoring program involves matching a caring, trained adult who spends an average of 1-4 hours a week, one-on-one, with a young person. Staff provide supervision, support, and activities throughout the commitment period.

86%

86%

50%

of youth and families demonstrated enhanced family functioning as aresult of program services

of mentees met or exceeded the average daily attendance rate

YOUTH SERVED YOUTH SERVED

of clients did not have any new adjudication while enrolled in program

of trained mentors were matched one-on-one with a mentee

of matched youth met their behavioral and or academic goals

of youth reduced specific problem behaviors presented at referral and targeted in the individual service plan

95%

90%

90%

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Working alongside school personnel and community partners, CIS model programming is based directly inside Chatham Middle School and Virginia Cross Elementary in Siler City. A Student Support Specialist case manages under-performing students with academic and non-academic supports throughout the school year. Student behavior, grades and absences are tracked and services are adjusted as needed.

CIS weaves five basic essentials every child needs into all programming:

1. A one-on-one relationship with a caring adult.

2. A safe place to learn and grow.

3. A healthy start and a healthy future.

4. A marketable skill to use upon graduation.

5. A chance to give back to peers and community.

2016-17 OUTCOMESYOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

CIS MODEL

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Community Service & RestitutionThe Juvenile Community Service and Restitution Program works with youth who have committed crimes in Chatham County and are assigned community service hours and/or to pay back money to victims. Participants learn valuable life and job skills.

Teen CourtTeen Court gives first-time juvenile offenders, between the ages of 11 and 17, a second chance; yet holds them fully accountable for their actions. Trained youth volunteers serve on jury and as attorneys. Local judges and attorneys volunteer to serve as Teen Court judges.

91%

91%

75% 73%

87%

100%

YOUTH SERVED YOUTH SERVED

of youth demonstrated improvement in developing and/or maintaining social and interpersonal interactions during program participation

of youth did not have any new adjudications for a complaint with an offense while enrolled in program

of youth had no new adjudications for a complaint with an offense after the admission date

of youth demonstrated accountability by actively participating inrestitution/community service activities

of youth successfully or satisfactorily completed services as intendedby the program design/service plan

of youth successfully or satisfactorily completed services as intendedby the program design/service plan

improved/maintained academics

STUDENTS SERVED

promoted to next grade level

improved/maintained school behavior

65%

78%

100%

55improved/maintained academics

STUDENTS SERVED

promoted to next grade level

improved/maintained school behavior

64%

86%

98%

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CHATHAM MIDDLE SCHOOLVIRGINIA CROSS ELEMENTARY

CIS OF CHATHAM COUNTY YOUTH GARDENyielded 640 lbs. of produce and was distributed to over 900 people.

2016-17 OUTCOMESCOMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS

CIS MODEL

ONE STUDENT’S EXPERIENCEBRICELWe first met Bricel through her involvement with Juvenile

Services as a 6th grader. She was having difficulty with

peers at school and family at home. Since her involvement

with the CIS model school program, Bricel has taken

advantage of the opportunities in front of her to learn

and grow. Interventions targeting her specific needs

have helped her continue to progress both in and out of

school. She has shown improvement in her academics,

her behavior, and has even set goals for high school

and beyond. Most importantly, she has displayed great

courage in strengthening relationships with her family,

teachers and, peers.

Bricel looks forward to pursuing her goals and

dreams utilizing her experiences with CIS of

Chatham County’s wrap around supports as a

foundation. We are all excited to watch her soar.

Cooking Matters Graduated

Strengthening Families Program Graduated

Girls Support group at CMS Weekly

Field Trips International Civil Rights Museum UNC Morehead Planetarium Museum of Life and Science

CMS Case Management Ongoing

Accepted to AVID June 2017

BRICEL’S SUPPORT EXPERIENCES AT SCHOOL

By working with CIS programs I was able to learn many new skills. Especially how to be in control of my emotions. I have also learned that by helping others, I help myself. I enjoyed my time so much I will be continuing to work with CIS staff as a volunteer to help others in need. I was able to successfully reach my goals during my time in the program, and even exceed my own expectations.

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FUNDERS PARTNERSHIPS / COLLABORATIONS

5,040Annual Volunteer

Hours

133 Annual Numberof Volunteers

1,234*Annual Number of

Youth/Families Served

*A portion of these youth received multiple services

Grants $323,636 60%

Contributions $197,336 36%

Special Events $19,061 4%

TOTAL REVENUE: $540,033 TOTAL EXPENSES: $474,834

Program Services $392,882 83%

General, $81,952 17% Administrative,& Fundraising

Arthur Carlsen Charitable Fund of Triangle Community Foundation

Carolina Meadows Community Grants ProgramCardinal InnovationsCentral Electric Membership Corporation-Operation

Round-UpChatham County GovernmentChatham County SchoolsChurches, Businesses & Generous IndividualsGoodnight Educational FoundationFamily Violence Rape Crisis ServicesGalloway Ridge FoundationGlaxoSmithKline Impact AwardNC Department of Public Safety/Division of

Juvenile JusticeOak FoundationPage Vernon Memorial FundDr. Lee ParkerPreston Development CompanyRolander Family FoundationRotary Club of Siler CitySAS, Inc.Town of Siler CityTriangle Community FoundationUnited Way of Chatham CountyWomen of Fearrington, Inc.

Boys and Girls Club of Central Carolina

Canine Coaching Services

Chatham Child Well Being Collaborative

Chatham Community Church

Chatham County Department of Soil and Water Conservation

Chatham County 4H

Chatham County Literacy Council

Chatham County’s Manager’s Office - Chatham County’s Wellness Committee

Chatham County Parks and Recreation

Chatham Latino Collaborative

Chatham Middle School

CORA Food Pantry

Chatham READS

Chatham Trades

Communities In Schools NC

Community Child Protection Team

DSS Advisory Board

El Vinculo Hispano

Evergreen Take and Eat Food Pantry

FACES (Families and Communities Extending Services)

The Farm at Penny Lane

First United Methodist Church: Siler City

Habitat for Humanity

Happy Hills Animal Foundation

Inter-Faith Food Shuttle

Jordan Lake State Park

Juvenile Crime Prevention Council

Northwood High School

St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church: Community Lunch

Salvation Army

Siler City Arts Incubator

Siler City: Building Inclusive Communities

Siler City Elementary

SAGE Academy

UNC School of Social Work

Virginia Cross Elementary

West Chatham Food Pantry

Western Wake Crisis Ministry

YMCA of the Triangle

2016-17 IMPACT

Communities In Schools of Chatham CountyPO Box 903 | 208 N. Chatham Ave.Siler City, NC 27344919.663.0116 | ciscc@cischatham.orgwww.cischatham.org

2017-18 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Neil Pedersen, PhD, ChairJoelle Brummitt-Yale, Vice Chair Norma Boone, SecretaryJohn Davis, PE, TreasurerGeorge Greger-HoltJeremy HartKathie RussellLisa SkumpijaLaura BenitezCharles (Chuck) AndersonEx-OfficioTracy Fowler

2017-18 CIS OF CHATHAMCOUNTY STAFFKim CaraganisExecutive Director

Pam JohnsonOperations Manager/Chief Financial Officer

Shirille LeeProgram Manager, Mentoring Services

Maria SotoFamily Advocate, Family Advocacy Program

Gwen OverturfCoordinator, Learning Institute/Instituto de Aprendizaje

Tych CowdinProgram Director/Student Support Specialist, Chatham Middle School

Jazmin Mendoza-SosaStudent Support Specialist, Virginia Cross Elementary School

Bieisy SantiagoProgram Assistant, Family Advocacy, Community Service Restitution, and Teen Court Programs

Jeremiah McCaffityCoordinator, Community Service & Restitution & Teen Court