Communities In Schools of Greater Greensboro (CISGG) recently hosted its Benefit of Love Fundraiser, bringing together community members and supporters to celebrate student success and raise critical funds for school-based support services. The event highlighted powerful student stories and the impact of CISGG’s mission to surround students with caring adults, academic support, and essential resources, ensuring more young people in Greater Greensboro have the opportunity to stay in school, overcome barriers, and achieve long-term success.
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Elon Law contributed funding to bolster Communities In Schools of Greater Greensboro, enhancing student success programs and supporting the local education nonprofit’s mission.
Piper Maureen Allen’s inspiring journey, featured by Communities In Schools of Greater Greensboro, shows how CISGG support helped her overcome homelessness, graduate in 2025, and pursue a pediatric medicine career—demonstrating the power of care, guidance, and resilience.
D. Hayes Clement, visionary founder of Communities In Schools of Greater Greensboro, is honored for his lifelong commitment to students and community organizations. A Duke alumnus and servant leader, his enduring legacy continues inspiring donors, volunteers, educators across Greensboro beyond.
Taleia Frederick’s success story on Communities In Schools of Greater Greensboro’s blog highlights how CISGG support and TRIO Upward Bound helped her pursue engineering, leading to her acceptance into North Carolina A&T State University’s Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering program—a testament to resilience and ambition.
Local barbers partner to offer free haircuts and mentorship to boys, building confidence and positive connections while supporting student well‑being and community engagement—a collaboration recently highlighted in local news and celebrated for its impact on youth empowerment and self‑esteem.
Marli Bennett was recently spotlighted celebrating her dedication as a CIS mentor who creates safe, supportive spaces for mentees, expands their experiences and confidence, and builds meaningful, lasting relationships that help students grow and thrive.
Communities In Schools of Greater Greensboro recently highlighted its CIS Model of Integrated Student Supports, a holistic approach that places dedicated Site Coordinators inside schools to identify student needs, embed tiered supports like mentoring and tutoring, and connect families with essential resources so students can stay in school, thrive academically, and overcome barriers both in and out of the classroom.
Roger Arnell was recently highlighted for his generous support and dedication as a donor, celebrating his commitment to CISGG’s mission and the positive impact his contributions have on students’ lives and community success.
Communities In Schools of Greater Greensboro - tracing the organization’s founding, growth, and enduring commitment to surround students with support through school‑based services, community partnerships, and dedicated staff who help youth thrive academically and personally.
Rowan‑Salisbury Schools recently welcomed incoming superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington, celebrated for his decades in education as a teacher, principal, and district administrator; his leadership experience and commitment to community partnerships and student relationships have drawn praise from educators and local leaders alike
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