Communities in schools champions the connection of needed community resources with schools to help young people successfully learn, stay in school, and prepare for life. --- communities in schools is a network of nonprofit organizations focused on improving student and school success by providing needed support and services to students and schools. Our ultimate goal is to see that ALL students are successful in school and complete their education at least through high school. --- communities in schools believes that programs DON't change kids, relationships do. Our philosophy is embedded in the CIS five basics for kids, which focus on building a supportive environment for children and youth to help them thrive and be successful. The CIS five basics were adopted by america's promise when it started in 1997.