Communities In Schools of North Texas

Happy work anniversary to these amazing staff members! 🥳 #AllInForKids

Did you know? According to the Department of Health and Human Services, one-third of high school students report ongoing feelings of hopelessness. Additionally, about 122 million Americans reside in regions where there is a critical shortage of mental health professionals, with a deficit exceeding 6,000 practitioners. To address the growing youth mental health crisis in America, Texas is collaborating with ten other states, the Schultz Family Foundation, Pinterest, and AmeriCorps to introduce the nation’s first Youth Mental Health Corp. This initiative aims to recruit, train, and deploy dedicated members to help teenagers access essential mental health resources. CISNT Youth Mental Health Corps is a great opportunity to invest in the mental wellbeing of North Texas Students. CISNT Youth Mental Health Corps members will acquire practical experience, receive financial stipends, and earn career-advancing credentials. Additionally, they will qualify for education awards that can be used for further studies or to pay off student loans. Applications for the Spring Semester are now open! For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gRpH43_z. #youthmentalhealth #americorps

🌟 You're invited! 🌟 We’re excited to continue our campus showcases this school year! If you’ve been curious about getting involved with CISNT or want to learn more about our mission, don’t miss this chance. Join us Wednesday, November 6, at Rivera Elementary in Denton ISD to see how CISNT programs are transforming lives, creating solid foundations, and building strong futures for students and their communities. 💙✨ Bring a friend, RSVP, and check out more dates and locations near you: https://lnkd.in/gecNbUtp

Congratulations to our Associate Volunteer Coordinator, Amber Shattuck, on 15 years with CISNT! Amber started her time with CISNT as an intern while earning her Social Work Degree at UNT. She has worked with every grade level and multiple school districts during her time with Communities In Schools of North Texas. Amber worked in our afterschool programs at Peters Colony and Hedrick Elementary, and at our daytime programs at Calhoun Middle School, Denton High School and Lewisville High School. During her time at LHS, Amber was instrumental in providing resources and developing partnerships to aid students who had experienced homelessness. In 2014, Amber was promoted to Director of Volunteers and developed the amazing volunteer program that we have today. During her time as Director, she established key partnerships with UNT, TWU, and many local churches and organizations that helped to provide caring adults for our CISNT students. In 2020, Amber changed to part time to focus on her family, but stayed on to help transition the department after COVID. Her supervisor, Jennifer Hughes, shared, "Amber is such a valuable member of our team. She works hard every day to support our students, Site Coordinators, and volunteers. We are so lucky to have her!"

This morning, we were honored to host a Campus Showcase at Gainesville Intermediate School, and just a few weeks ago, we held another impactful showcase at Gene Pike Middle School. It’s always a privilege to shine a light on our students, staff, and the lasting difference CISNT programs make within the schools and the community. A big thank you to the Gainesville Independent School District and Northwest ISD staff and board members, local business leaders, and community members for attending and supporting our mission! Interested in joining us for our next showcase? Check out upcoming dates and RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gecNbUtp #AllInForKids #solidfoundationsstrongfutures

Julie Redus, Site Coordinator at LHS C. Douglas Killough Campus in Lewisville ISD, shared the following shoutout for this exceptional group of sophomore girls! "I’ve watched them grow tremendously since last year, and I’m continuously impressed by their progress. They are not only kind and intelligent, but also incredibly hardworking and determined to uncover their potential. Each of them has evolved into a young woman who embraces the idea that they can achieve great things—and seeing them take these steps toward self-discovery is deeply rewarding. When we had visitors from the Communities In Schools National Office come to Killough for a tour last month, I immediately knew I could rely on these five remarkable students. I trusted them to lead the tour and showcase everything that makes our campus special. Without hesitation, they stepped up to the challenge, guiding our visitors with confidence and pride, highlighting the programs, culture, and resources that make our school a standout. Watching them in action was such a proud moment for me! Way to go girls!"

What an incredible evening we had at this year's All In Fore Kids Tournament at Topgolf! 🎉 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out and showed their support - your presence made the night truly unforgettable! ⛳️🥳 We are immensely grateful to our sponsors who helped make this event possible: Presenting Sponsor: VLK Architects Support Sponsors: Stantec, Jostens Student Center of North Texas, Lewisville ISD Hole-in-One Sponsor: Connections Wellness Group Your generosity and commitment to our mission are truly inspiring! 🥳 To our amazing Community of Support - thank you for continuing to support our mission of empowering students to stay in school and acheive in life. 💚 #AllInForKids #solidfoundationsstrongfutures

On the road again! We hope to see you for our next Volunteer Coffee Connection on Friday, October 25! This free event is for current and interested volunteers alike. If you've been wanting to learn more about getting involved with CISNT as a volunteer, this is a perfect opportunity! RSVP and bring a friend: https://lnkd.in/g8Z9tJmM

Each month, our team gets the chance to recognize and celebrate one another’s hard work and dedication. Take a look at the incredible impact our staff are making on campus in October! #AllInForKids #SolidFoundationsStrongFutures

We're getting ready to tee off this Thursday, October 17, at our All In Fore Kids Tournament at Topgolf! 🎉 A huge thank you to VLK Architects for returning this year as our Presenting Sponsor. We’re incredibly thankful for their ongoing support of our mission! 🥳 We also want to extend our gratitude to our Support Sponsors: Stantec, Jostens, and Lewisville ISD, and our many other represented organizations for helping make this event possible. ⛳ Let’s make this an evening of fun, community, and impact! #AllInForKids