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Danville Public Schools says Communities In Schools now reaches more students after rapid expansion
Summary
District presenters told the board CIS now serves five schools with a 150% increase in students reached (over 3,000 in tier 1 supports and roughly 300 in tier 2/3). District staff said they are recruiting a community‑embedded director and plan more student-centered presentations to show results.
District leaders reported substantial growth in the Communities In Schools (CIS) program at the Feb. 12 school board meeting, saying the program now serves five schools and has expanded both Tier 1 supports and more intensive Tier 2/3 interventions.
Willie Gillis, senior director for emerging programs (introduced by Dr. Latimer), presented data the district described as a 150% increase in students served since 2023–24. The presenter said CIS…
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