The impact of Communities in Schools North Texas, with Ann Pape Wilson
Being successful in school can be almost impossible for students who are hungry, wearing ill-fitting clothes, or lacking basic school supplies. Ann Pape Wilson, CEO of Communities in Schools North Texas (CISNT), is working hard to support these students in the Flower Mound area!
In 2012, Ann learned about the non-profit Communities in Schools North Texas and was strongly drawn to their model, which puts the focus on long term support. Currently, they have about 65 full time and 65 part-time case managers in schools across 7 districts. Impacting over 6,000 at-risk students, these case managers are able to form a full picture of a student’s life and understand what their academic and emotional needs are.
The physical support for students in the program is immediate. If a student requires school supplies or other basic assistance, a CISNT site runner can provide it to them that same day.
Volunteers and mentors are a vital part of the program, and a great way to get involved if you are passionate about helping students! One of CISNT core beliefs is that every child needs and deserves a one-to-one relationship with a caring adult. Ann has seen the difference this can make in setting students on a trajectory of success. Spending just 45 minutes a week with a child can encourage them on this path and open their eyes to possibilities for their future.
Ann’s goal through CISNT is for kids to learn to be resilient, to know who they are, and to have the skills they need after graduation. To meet these goals as a non-profit, they need members of the community like you to volunteer, donate, or attend one of their creative fundraisers throughout the year.
Takeaways from this episode:
Communities in Schools North Texas serve at risk students in the Denton County area through long term case management and student services.
CISNT is building a community to come alongside these students.
They focus on closing the gap of basic needs, so students are able to focus on academic success.
Mentors and other volunteers are needed to directly impact the students through weekly interaction. Training and support from case managers is provided, no experience needed.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Communities in Schools North Texas (CISNT)
To purchase your ticket for Communities in Schools North Texas' fundraising event - Boots, Bags & Baubles:
https://cisnt.org/events/event/boots-bags-and-baubles/
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