To surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

CIS In Action

Communities In Schools of Southern Nevada works within the public school system, determining student needs and establishing relationships with local businesses, social service agencies, health care providers, and parent and volunteer organizations to provide needed resources.

We measure our success by the results we are able to achieve for the young people we serve. We carefully evaluate all aspects of our programs, and use that information to constantly improve.

For every one of our success stories, there are dozens of young people who need the help that Communities In Schools provides. You can make a difference - donate, advocate, or volunteer. Today!

Las Vegas Review Journal

Youths Capture Spirit of Giving

By Trevon Milliard

Cole Canteenwalla and Zephyr Simus both turned 7 in September and asked friends to bring donations to their parties instead of gifts. They contributed about $1,000 to Communities in Schools of Nevada.

 

Haute Living

Inaugural Scarecrow Festival Raises $200,000 to Support Students

By Susan Stapleton

More than 500 children and adults joined Communities In Schools of Nevada (CISN) at its inaugural Scarecrow Festival, raising more than $200,000 at the first-time family fare. The Sports Center of Las Vegas was transformed into a seasonal wonderland decorated with hand-crafted pumpkins, specialty scarecrows and spooky All Hallow’s Eve adornment. Festive activities and roaming entertainment kept little ones occupied, and The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas’ world class chefs prepared one-of-a-kind tastings.

 

VEGAS Magazine

Elaine Wynn and Susie Lee Lead Communities in Schools of Nevada

By Lisa Arcella

Susie Lee’s family has a running joke: If you aren’t crawling onto the plane after visiting her house, then it just wasn’t a successful trip. The 44-year-old mother of two young children is a Girl Scout leader, the president of Nevada Women’s Philanthropy, has been committed to numerous nonprofits and is an avid bicyclist and sports enthusiast.

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