Communities In Schools of Marietta/Cobb County, Inc.
Agency Name: Communities In Schools of Marietta/Cobb County, Inc.
Mission Statement: The mission of Communities In Schools of Marietta/Cobb County, Inc. is "to champion the connection of needed community resources with schools to help young people successfully learn, stay in school, and prepare for life."
Street Address: 316 Alexander Street, Suite 5
City: Marietta
State: GA
Zip Code: 30060
Phone Number: 678-503-0901
Web Site: www.cismcc.org
Contact Name/Title: Carol Fey, Executive Director
Contact Phone: 678-503-0901
Contact Fax: 678-503-0902
Contact Email: cfey@cismcc.org
Contact Name/Title: Jolene Virgo, Programs Manager
Contact Phone: 678-503-0901
Contact Fax: 678-503-0902
Contact Email: jvirgo@cismcc.org
Program Title: Parents Assuring Student Success
Program Description: This program recognizes the importance of parental involvement in education and focuses on the academic achievement of children. It helps to open the lines of communication between the school and the home. It draws the parents to the school and enhances a positive attitude toward learning while providing a productive learning environment in the home. Modules include Attitude, a Home Environment conducive to children's success in school, Concentration, Organization, & Listening skills, Managing Homework, Note-taking skills, Test-taking skills, Memory & Thinking skills, & Reading skills.
Is the Submit held at the school?: true
If no, where:
Is transportation provided by the agency?: false
Program is offered: During School Hours
Is there a specified time/length?: 0
If yes, describe: 8 modules - 1-2 hours each. Modules can be combined so program is done in 4 sessions, 2 sessions, or all 8 sessions on a Saturday
Target age: 0
Is there a fee: false
Fee amount: Not for parents
Max number of students per session: 5
Requirements from school: Classroom or auditorium, LCD/Laptop Parent Manuals - $16.75 per manual Facilitator Kits if school personnel are trained as facilitators. CIS provides facilitator training 3-4 times a year.
Are volunteers used: true
Minimum age of volunteer: 21
Are current background checks kept on all staff and voluneers?: true
Does your agency carry Liability Insurance?: true
Program funded by?: Title 1, PTA, Self-pay
Is there a program evaluation process?: true
Description evaluation: Optional Pre & Post Tests
Is the agency a 501(3)c: true