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Communities In Schools tells Austin public‑health commission it serves 28,245 local students, warns of possible 10% city contract cut
Summary
Communities In Schools of Central Texas told the Austin‑Travis County Public Health Commission it provided Tier‑3 case management to roughly 5,114 students in Austin ISD this year and delivered $433,000 in one‑time family assistance; presenters said a likely 10% reduction in city social‑service contracts could threaten services.
Communities In Schools of Central Texas outlined its campus‑based support model and student outcomes to the Austin‑Travis County Public Health Commission, reporting widespread reach across Austin ISD and partner districts.
Jacob Reach, chief of operations for CIS Central Texas, told commissioners the nonprofit uses a three‑tier model — campus‑wide supports, targeted group programs and individualized Tier‑3 case management — to address barriers such as trauma, chronic stress and food insecurity that impede learning. “When students feel safe and supported, the brain can rewire and it can heal,” Reach said, arguing that constant caring relationships drive the program’s success.
Reach said CIS served 28,245 students…
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