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About the Program

The Drop Out Prevention Services program was designed to provide comprehensive support to students facing barriers to academic success. Through a combination of tutoring, mentoring, case management, enrichment activities, college scholarships, and school-to-career transition services, we help students stay in school and achieve their full potential.

Services are delivered through our dedicated Student Success Coordinators, using a comprehensive case management model with a focused approach on Attendance, Behavior, Coursework, College & Career, and Parent Engagement.

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Tutoring

One-on-one and small group academic support tailored to each student's needs

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Mentoring

Caring adult mentors providing guidance and encouragement

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Case Management

Individualized support addressing academic, social, and emotional barriers

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Enrichment

Cultural experiences and leadership development opportunities

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Scholarships

Financial assistance and guidance for college-bound students

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Career Transition

Job readiness training and pathways to employment

Our Approach

CISGG Student Success Coordinators are full-time, trained professionals who work inside schools every day—building relationships with students, school staff, volunteers, and community partners; and connecting students to resources and relationships designed to help them succeed. Our coordinators are trained in critical areas including Parent Engagement, Developmental Relationships, Social Capital Exchange, Trauma-Informed Care, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Access, and Social-Emotional Learning.

Core Service Areas

Attendance Support

Monitoring and intervention strategies to improve school attendance and reduce chronic absenteeism.

Academic Achievement

Tutoring, homework help, and academic enrichment to support coursework completion and grade improvement.

Personal Development

Social-emotional learning, life skills training, and behavioral interventions to support student growth.

Family Engagement

Parent communication, family resources, and engagement strategies to strengthen home-school connections.

College & Career Readiness

Career exploration, college preparation, scholarship assistance, and transition planning for life after graduation.

Basic Needs & Crisis Response

Connections to community resources for food, clothing, shelter, and emergency support services.

Additional Support Services

  • Individual Case Management: Personalized support plans addressing each student's unique needs and barriers
  • Counseling and Agency Referrals: Connections to mental health services and community support organizations
  • Basic Needs Support: Assistance with clothing, food, school supplies, and uniforms
  • Behavioral Interventions: Positive behavior support and conflict resolution strategies
  • Social-Emotional Learning: Programs that build self-awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making
  • Cultural and Work-Life Experiences: Field trips, job shadowing, and exposure to diverse career pathways
  • Social Capital Exposure: Networking opportunities and connections to caring adult mentors
  • Leadership Development: Activities that build confidence, communication skills, and leadership capacity
  • Health Screenings and Services: Coordination with school nurses and community health providers

"Increased attendance, improved behavior and satisfactory coursework, in addition to parent and family engagement, are the cornerstones of our work. Our evidence-based approach, adapted to meet each school's unique needs, is the basis for our success."

— Communities In Schools of Greater Greensboro

Who Can Participate?

Drop Out Prevention Services are available to students facing barriers to academic success across all grade levels. Our services are delivered in partner schools throughout Guilford County, with a focus on students who would benefit from additional support to stay in school and graduate.

Program criteria includes:

  • Students in grades K-12 at participating CISGG schools
  • Students facing academic, social, or economic barriers to success
  • Students at risk of dropping out or falling behind academically
  • Students who would benefit from mentoring, tutoring, or case management support
  • Parental consent and willingness to engage with CISGG services

Making an Impact

Many children face challenges both inside and outside the classroom. Through a school-based site coordinator, Communities In Schools strategically aligns and delivers needed resources so that students can focus on learning. By providing the right support at the right time, we help students overcome barriers and achieve their dreams of graduation and beyond.

Get Involved

Whether you're interested in becoming a mentor, volunteering your time, or supporting our programs financially, there are many ways to help CISGG empower students to succeed. Your involvement can make a lasting difference in a young person's life.

Ways to get involved:

  • Become a mentor and provide one-on-one support to a student
  • Volunteer as a tutor to help students with homework and academic skills
  • Share your career expertise through job shadowing and career exploration opportunities
  • Donate to support scholarships, enrichment activities, and basic needs assistance
  • Partner with CISGG to bring additional resources and services to students
  • Advocate for student success in your community