This is the time of year when many organizations take a look back at their performance over the previous 12 months. According to the national CIS blog, pictured above, CIS accomplishments this year included "a new branding campaign that featured the stories of our students who, with our help, overcame significant obstacles to stay in school and succeed in life." Some students simply needed a caring adult in their life, while for others it was a practical need such as a trip to the eye doctor or dentist.
Even the White House took note of CIS efforts, not once but twice. CIS students joined President Obama to launch the My Brother's Keeper Initiative, and later in the year other CIS students were invited to an event with Vice President Biden.
"Beyond the individual success stories from CIS students and site coordinators, the media also gave increased attention to our broader policy message this year," according to the national CIS blog. "The New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, US News and World Report, MSNBC, National Journal and NBC News all ran stories making the point that when you surround children with a community of support you can get kids to class, give them the tools they need, help them achieve, protect them from harsh discipline policies, help them after school, ensure they have a safe place to stay and improve their communities." To learn more about the 2014 results CIS experienced all across the country, click here.
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