Reconnecting
During the pandemic, Jake, a student at Lakota Middle School disappeared from school when classes went virtual.Jake and his family have endured many hardships throughout his school career and the […]
Blossoming Confidence
Rosie, a 7th grader at Sequoyah Middle School was referred to our School Outreach Coordinator, Alicia Vasey-Neilson, by both teachers and peers. Although Rosie is an excellent student when it […]
Achieving Success and Renewed Aspirations
Introducing a new life into the world is an amazing part of the human experience. Although, having a baby can place added challenges and obstacles to success at any stage […]
Finding Motivation while Overcoming Family Loss
Navigating through intense grief can be a barrier in every aspect of a person’s life. Alexis, a senior at Decatur High School, was faced with such a challenge while also […]
From Behind in Credits to Pursuing College in Fall
Duncan, a senior at Thomas Jefferson High School, was referred to our School Outreach Coordinator, Tre Howard, because of missing credits and lack of effort in classes. Duncan is an […]
Perseverance After Tragedy
Isaiah, a senior at Federal Way High School, was referred to Communities In Schools by his counselor at the start of his high school journey in 9th grade. When Isaiah […]
Self-evident Determination
Katherine, a senior at Highline High School, was faced with circumstances in her home life that required her to travel a few times during her school year. Katherine became acquainted […]
Fill the Bus – 9th Annual School Supply Collection
Join us in collecting school supplies for students in the Kent School District. Details of items most needed and alternate drop off sites (before and after this event) available below. […]
College Bound
Genesis, a senior at Todd Beamer High School is celebrating her achievement, overcoming barriers to reach graduation with her class. When our School Outreach Coordinator, Cierra Gamble, started working with […]
Congratulations, Class of 2021!
100% of CIS seniors graduated! Congratulations to all 37 of our graduates from Communities In Schools of Federal Way – Highline. In spite of the crisis in public health, racial […]