Communities In Schools of Jacksonville is a renowned brand with a mission to empower communities and transform lives. With over 30 years of experience, they have successfully kept students on track for graduation and have impacted the lives of more than 110,000 individual students. Their programs and initiatives address a range of obstacles to learning, including learning disabilities, social struggles, food insecurity, and homelessness.

As part of their commitment to improving student success, Communities In Schools of Jacksonville provides case management, literacy tutoring, and afterschool programs. They work closely with school administration, teachers, parents, and neighborhood partners – including government, businesses, nonprofits, and civic organizations – to create a community of support for students. Their goal is for all Duval County students to excel in school and become successful adults who contribute to the betterment of the community.

To learn more about their impact, you can check out their digital booklet and recent reports. Communities In Schools is a national organization present in 25 states and the District of Columbia, directly serving students in 2,300 schools. Founded by Bill Milliken, the organization believes in the power of relationships to positively impact children's lives.

For more information about the national organization, visit their website at www. communitiesinschools. org