Our Mission

Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

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Why We Exist

At Communities In Schools of Benton-Franklin, we believe every student regardless of race, gender, zip code, or socio-economic background deserves the opportunity to write their own success story. 

What We Do

Working directly inside 28 schools throughout Richland, Pasco, Kennewick, Finley and Prosser School Districts; we learn first-hand about the personal challenges and structural barriers standing between our students and their goals. 

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How We Do It

Our school-based staff work IN schools every day to ensure students have access to basic needs such as food, stable housing, and technology; while also facilitating social-emotional learning, increasing access to mental and physical healthcare, and supporting college and career readiness. By bringing communities of support to our students, we’re fostering equitable learning conditions for all.

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Making a Difference

At Communities In Schools of Benton-Franklin, our 1841 students receiving individualized support show outstanding progress towards their personal goals.

  • 97%
    Stayed in School
  • 73%
    Improved Attendance
  • 75%
    Improved Behavior
  • 89%
    Improved Coursework

* Outcomes reflect data from last school year

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