2022-23 Annual Report

ANNUAL

REPORT 2022-23

Surrounding students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

2023-24 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Porter Johnson, Chair Mark Fell, Vice Chair Terry Schmoyer, Treasurer Amanda Taylor, Secretary

Amir Adbullah Lindsay Ball, CPA David Burt Archie Franchini

Jen Holly Kenton Kelley Derek Lewis, CFRE Julie Linton, MD

Sedrick McCallum Merriweather Mulé, CFP, CDFA Cynthia Walters, EdD Katherine E. Watts, LMSW, ACM-SW

LEADERSHIP TEAM Amy Albert Director of Development, Upstate

Robin Haggard Senior Vice President of Programs & Operations

Claudia Aldamuy Senior Director of Programming

Rachelle Hall Director of Training & Professional Development

Michelle Bornfleth Chief of Staff Susan Carlson Director of Data Analytics Christy Clarey Director of Human Resources & Administration Jamie Cooper President & CEO Kristin Garner Senior Vice President of External Affairs Melissa Getz Director of Development & Government Affairs, Midlands

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Jennifer Harris Director of Development, Lowcountry Aimee Lassor Director of Programming, Lowcountry Janna Lusk External Affairs Operations Manager Kizzie Mabry-Thomas Director of Programming, Midlands

Carlissa Meggett Director of Accounting Erin Nunley Director of Programming, Upstate Jennifer Raschella Director of Financial Compliance Leondra Stoney Director of Programming, Lowcountry Latasha Taste Senior Director of Statewide Partnerships Kelbie Winther Director of Programming, Upstate

Lee McLeod AmeriCorps Planning Grant Manager

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SITE COORDINATORS Upstate

Midlands

Lowcountry

Alexander Elementary School Josie Moore, Lead

Airport High School Susan Key

Burke High School Clinton McPherson

Berea Elementary School Tiffany Herndon

Birchwood School, DJJ Beverly Jackson, Lead

Deer Park Middle School Mikal Hathaway

Berea High School José Morales-Martinez, Lead

Columbia High School Janine Mitchell

Dunston Elementary School Annie Regan

Berea Middle School Kimberly Andrews Matt Nelson

Fairfield Elementary School Reginald Smiley II

Early College High School Donta' Brown, Lead

Fairfield Middle School Mikhyah Grant

Estill Elementary & Middle Schools Meyoka Griffin

Fairfield High School Shadarius Hopkins

Haut Gap Middle School Miracle Mozzee

Herbert A. Wood Elementary Cameron Watson, Lead

Jerry Zucker Middle School Nathenia J. Cole

Horrell Hill Elementary Keahja Grant

Ladson Elementary School Kirsten Akins

Lower Richland High Dr. Patrick Bryant

Morningside Middle School Ivey Croker

Pine Ridge Middle School Elizabeth Strickland, Lead

Mount Holly Elementary School Anna Nealon, Lead

Southeast Middle School

Mt. Zion Elementary School Katie Rush, Lead

Carolina High School Miranda Burton, Lead Destin Guillen Greenville Early College Grove Elementary School Alexandria Byrd, Lead Lakeview Middle School Hannah Aycock Alonia Lever Tanglewood Middle School Carmen Medero Stephanie Orr Welcome Elementary School Maria Clark

St. Andrews Middle School W.S. Sandel Elementary School Janine White

North Charleston Elementary School Makiya Johnson North Charleston High School Ty Coleman North District Middle School Janell Smart, Lead Northwoods Middle School Devann Manning Pepperhill Elementary School Anna Mansfield R.B. Stall High School Keneshia L. Williams St. John's High School Steven Jeffcoat Wade Hampton High School Tonnya Grant

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WELCOME It is with great honor that I address you as the newly appointed Board Chair of Communities In Schools of South Carolina. For more than three decades, we have surrounded students across the state with nurturing communities of support. Every day, we work to provide them with the tools they need to become the champions of their own potential.

In this report, we celebrate the resounding successes of the past year. Our dedicated team and community partners ensure students have the essential resources they need to thrive – from nourishing meals to technological tools, emotional guidance, and beyond.

By bridging the gap between community resources and schools, we are advancing equitable education, dismantling barriers, and propelling student achievement. The impact we make reaches far beyond school walls – resonating within our communities and painting a brighter future for the tens of thousands of students we serve across South Carolina.

Our Evidence-Based Model: Site Coordinators Students & Families Collaborative Partners

Evaluation Monitoring & Adjustments

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Proven Success

Needs Assessment

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Scan the QR code below to watch our program model come to life.

Alongside students, families, and partners, we continue to champion lasting change, affirming that every child deserves the chance to thrive and define their own future. Thank you for being a part of our mission.

Porter Johnson Board Chair

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2022-23 IMPACT In the 2022-23 school year, we reached more than 24,500 students, and continued to address inequities head-on – improving our partner schools’ capacities to meet the diverse needs of all students.

The data speaks for itself, but it is the human element of our work that sets us apart. The relationships our team builds foster improved social skills, boost attendance, and enrich educational experiences. In addition to the one-onone support we provide to case managed students, site coordinators also delivered 4,698 hours of whole-school services.

Our comprehensive approach underscores the power of the CIS model, demonstrating that when we work together, we can surmount obstacles, uplift communities, and create lasting change for the students and families we serve.

96%

of K-11 students enrolled in the CISSC program were promoted to the next grade level

31,927 hours of one-on-one

support and small group programming provided to case managed students

23,989 Basic Needs Supports

9,420 volunteer hours spent

14,524 caregivers engaged and

81%

provided to CISSC students in the 2022-23 school year

6,923 caregivers connected to direct services

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serving students, families, and partner schools

of CISSC students had 10 or fewer unexcused absences in the 2022-23 school year

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CELEBRATING THE

CLASS OF ‘23

99%

of CISSC case managed seniors graduated

POST-GRADUATION PLANS:

60% 2 or 4-year degree 27% join the workforce 9% join the military 4% certification program

Our graduation rate of 99% is a testament to the power of one-on-one relationships and the principles that guide CIS. While the state's graduation rate stands at a commendable 83.8%, our data proves that success in education is deeply rooted in personalized support.

These relationships, rooted in trust and care, play a pivotal role in helping students navigate the challenges they encounter along the way. As our graduates stand at the finish line of their high school careers, it's clear that these nurturing connections have made all the difference in their ability to overcome obstacles and achieve their educational goals.

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POWER OF ONE

TEAM AWARDS

At the heart of the CIS model is a dedicated and passionate team that works tirelessly to uplift students and communities. Our team drives our mission – embodying the spirit of collaboration and excellence in everything they do.

As we celebrate our collective achievements, we are proud to shine a spotlight on the individuals who went above and beyond in the 202223 school year and received the well-deserved recognition from their peers at our Annual All-Staff Conference. These award winners exemplify the values of our organization and the dedication that makes our work truly transformative.

Claudia Aldamuy Power of One Award

Lee McLeod Site Coordinator of the Year

Donta' Brown Team Player Award

Shadarius Hopkins Rookie of the Year

Kelbie Winther Golden Spreadsheet Award

Miranda Burton Operations Overachiever Award

Jennifer Harris Social Network Award

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COMMUNITY

CONNECTIONS True impact is achieved through collaboration. In addition to our student-centered programming, we engage the broader community through a series of events and opportunities to join in our mission. Events like Illuminate, which raised $112,491, our partner appreciation nights, and the seven school program tours we led throughout the school year, embody our deep-rooted belief that real transformation is only possible when an entire community comes together.

We proudly engaged 368 partners and volunteers in the 2022-23 school year. By building bridges that connect students and families to the wider community, we forge connections that reinforce our mission and spotlight the profound role each person and organization can play in igniting positive change.

In the pages that follow, you will find the individuals and organizations that provided the vital support that enables us to carry out our work. Together, we are shaping a future teeming with potential, where collective impact fuels lasting change. If you are interested in joining us, please reach out to our Senior Director of Statewide Partnerships, Latasha Taste, at ltaste@cisofsc.org.

YOU ARE INVITED!

Mark your calendars for our 3rd Annual Illuminate event on Sunday, November 12th, 2023 from 6-7pm.

We'll be lighting the way at Graham Plaza in Greenville, the State House steps in Columbia, and Brittlebank Park in Charleston. Join us for an evening of student performances and inspirational programming.

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OUR FUNDING

PARTNERS

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Statewide Funding Partners AT&T Foundation Colonial Life F.W. Symmes Foundation Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina Truist Foundation Panda Cares

Regional Funding Partners A James Global Services, Inc. Bakker Family Fund of CCF Bank of America Charitable Foundation Bank of Travelers Rest Blackbaud Fund of CCF Beacon Pointe Advisors Carolina Gas Transmission – BHE GT&S Central Carolina Community Foundation Charleston County Charleston County Parks & Recreation Clarke & Company Benefits LLC Community Foundation of Greenville Dabo's All in Teams Foundation David Aylor Law Offices Delta Dental of Missouri Department of Homeland Security Enterprise Holdings Foundation First Citizens Bank Foundation Fluor Enterprises, Inc. Food Lion Charitable Foundation Global Location Strategies Greenville County Redevelopment Authority Hudson Group Ingevity JE Dunn Junior League of Columbia Kuznik Charitable Foundation Lexington Medical Center Foundation LS3P Marc Brown Law Firm Michael J. Mungo Foundation Open Grants of CCF Pathfinder Foundation Patrick Family Foundation Saul Alexander Foundation Fund of CCF Schmoyer & Company LLC Select Health of South Carolina South Carolina Ports Authority South Carolina Research Authority Southern First Bank

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SouthState Bank Spinks Family Foundation Stronge Family Foundation Synovus Bank The Exchange Club of Charleston The Exchange Club of Kiawah-Seabrook The Henry & Sylvia Yaschik Foundation The Lipscomb Family Foundation The Peper Law Firm, PA The Riley Institute at Furman University The Robert B. and Ruth K. Lee Foundation United HealthCare Services, Inc. US Chess Foundation Volvo Car US Operations Community Fund of CCF Wells Fargo Winthrop Family Fund of CCF World Acceptance Corporation

Individual Funding Partners Ann Marie & Steve Halleck Archie Franchini & Sean Atkinson Bart Strong Blaine Wise Cynthia & Warren Koontz David Cashdollar Harriet Ripinsky James & Liane Kerr James & Elizabeth Stehlik Janet & Mark Walker Jessica & Todd Aaron Julian Raney, Jr. Julie A. Flaming Ken & Sue Bartee Ken & Jeannie Harrell Mary Ann Straka Mary Beth Branham Michael Keels Michael & Janet Gonzalez Mr. & Mrs. James Hazel, Jr. Otis & Cynthia Walters Robert K. & Coleen Griffin Roger & Kristin Garner Sam & Michelle Bornfleth Sue Ugenti Susan Key Terry & Wendy Schmoyer Tica Hiott Timothy Reitano The Estate of Clifford Donley

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LOOKING AHEAD As we reflect on the past year's achievements and the impact we have made, we are motivated by the possibilities that lie ahead. Our path forward is illuminated by our recently unveiled Five-Year Strategic Roadmap – a blueprint that underscores our commitment to amplifying impact and championing equitable education across South Carolina.

With a clear vision for the next five years, we will continue to break down barriers and cultivate opportunities.

Over the course of the 2023-24 school year, our programming will reach more than 25,500 students at 41 schools across the state. Through our four focus areas – Organizational Health; Programmatic Advancement & Growth; Organizational Sustainability; and Sector Leadership & Impact – we will solidify ourselves as the foremost leader of wraparound student supports while enhancing our organizational culture and expanding external partnerships.

Most importantly, we will remain student-driven, datainformed, and evidence-based. Our dedication to continuous improvement means that we will always strive to do better, reach farther, and transform more lives.

As we conclude this year's annual report, I am filled with gratitude for the unwavering dedication of our team and support of our partners. The path ahead is promising, and together, we will create a future where every student's potential is not just recognized, but fully realized. Thank you for joining us on this mission. The best is yet to come.

Scan the QR code to read our

StrategicRoadmap

Jamie Cooper President & CEO

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