Communities In Schools of Caldwell County

Communities In Schools of Caldwell County Communities In Schools of Caldwell County THE OPPORTUNITY:

Communities In Schools of Caldwell County joins hands in need with hands that can help.

The solution to student underachievement and dropout crisis requires a commitment from all community members—parents, social service providers, business and civic organizations, local government, and educators. Communities In Schools of Caldwell County connects community resources with students and their families at the school site. CIS coordinates needed services so young people will stay in school, learn necessary life skills, graduate from high school, and be prepared to enter the world of work or post-secondary education. Caldwell County is dependent on an educated workforce to ensure economic growth and development. THE CHALLENGE:

Too many young people are failing in our public schools and consequently leave school without the skills needed to succeed in life. In the 2007-2008, school year, 22,000 students dropped out of North Carolina schools; 237 of those were in Caldwell County.

85% of juveniles involved with the court system are school dropouts.
82% of prison inmates are school dropouts. Schools alone cannot solve the diverse problems facing today’s youth.

💙 MENTORING IS OFFICIALLY UNDERWAY! 💙This week marks the first week of mentoring across our CISCC schools! 🎉All across o...
09/16/2026

💙 MENTORING IS OFFICIALLY UNDERWAY! 💙

This week marks the first week of mentoring across our CISCC schools! 🎉

All across our community, caring adults are walking through school doors, sitting down with students, starting conversations, building trust, and taking the first steps toward what we hope will become a year-long connection.

And today, we want to say one very important thing:

🫶 THANK YOU, MENTORS. 🫶

Thank you for showing up.

Thank you for making time.

Thank you for your commitment.

Thank you for your compassion.

Thank you for being willing to listen, encourage, laugh, ask questions, celebrate successes, and simply be there.

You may not always know the impact you’re making in a single conversation. You may never fully realize how meaningful it can be for a student to know that there is an adult who intentionally chose to spend time with them.

But that is the power of mentoring.

It starts with something as simple as showing up.
And over time, that simple act can grow into trust, confidence, encouragement, and a relationship that matters. 💙

To every CISCC mentor beginning this journey this week:

We see you. We appreciate you. And we are incredibly grateful for you.

Here’s to the first conversation, the first laugh, the first “how was your week?” and all of the moments still to come. ✨

📣 HELP US CELEBRATE OUR MENTORS! 📣

If you know someone who volunteers as a mentor, tag them below and give them a little ❤️ in the comments!

And we want to hear from you:

💬 Did you have a teacher, coach, family friend, or other adult who made a difference in your life growing up? Tell us about them!

Let’s fill the comments with stories about the people who showed up for us. 👇

Welcoming back our mentors here at HMS. Students were so excited to see their mentors again. They spent their entire cla...
09/16/2026

Welcoming back our mentors here at HMS. Students were so excited to see their mentors again. They spent their entire class period sharing their summer break stories and trips.

HMS has the best mentors! When our mentors said "bye, we'll see you again next week," our 6th graders were so happy they were going to get to see them again.

So if you want to know the feeling of someone's anticipation and excitement upon your appearance, like that of a delicious meal that you just ordered and the waitress is carrying out, become someone's mentor. You get to experience that weekly.

We love our mentors.

💙 **WHAT IF ONE HOUR A WEEK COULD MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A STUDENT’S LIFE?**Sometimes, being a mentor isn’t about having a...
09/15/2026

💙 **WHAT IF ONE HOUR A WEEK COULD MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A STUDENT’S LIFE?**

Sometimes, being a mentor isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about **showing up. Listening. Encouraging. Believing in a student when they need someone in their corner.**

Our CIS mentoring program connects caring adults with students who can benefit from having a positive, supportive adult relationship in their lives—and the impact can be incredible. ✨

For a student, having a mentor can mean having someone to talk to, someone who celebrates their successes, encourages them through challenges, and reminds them that **they matter and someone believes in them.**

But here’s the part we don’t talk about enough…

**Mentoring can change the mentor, too.** ❤️

You may start out thinking you’re going to make a difference in a student’s life, only to discover that the relationship, the conversations, the laughter, and the connection make a difference in *yours* as well.

You don’t have to be a teacher.
You don’t have to be a counselor.
You don’t have to have a perfect life or all the answers.

You just have to be a caring adult who is willing to **show up and be there.**

🙋‍♀️ **WE STILL NEED MENTORS!**

If you’ve ever thought, *“I wish there was something I could do to help kids in my community,”* this could be your opportunity.

👉 **Could you be the person who makes a difference for one student?**

If you’re interested in becoming a mentor—or if you simply want to learn more about what mentoring involves—please contact **CIS Executive Director Mr. Hindman at 828-855-7630.**

And even if mentoring isn’t something you can do right now, **you can still help!** Share this post, tag someone who would make an amazing mentor, or tell us in the comments:

💬 **Who was an adult who made a difference in YOUR life when you were growing up?**

Let’s see how many people we can reach with the message that **every student deserves someone in their corner.** 💙

Mentor Day is officially here at South Caldwell High School! ❤️We were so excited to welcome our mentors into the buildi...
09/15/2026

Mentor Day is officially here at South Caldwell High School! ❤️

We were so excited to welcome our mentors into the building today! It was a wonderful first day filled with smiles, meaningful conversations, and connections that will continue to grow throughout the year.

We’re grateful for the time, encouragement, and positive impact our mentors bring to our students. Today was just the beginning, and we’re looking forward to an amazing year together!

🍔 Free Food, Cool Tech, and Door Prizes! 🛠️Looking for an exciting afternoon out with the whole family? Join us for our ...
09/15/2026

🍔 Free Food, Cool Tech, and Door Prizes! 🛠️

Looking for an exciting afternoon out with the whole family? Join us for our 3rd Annual Family-Friendly Open House during Manufacturing Week! Whether you're curious about hands-on tech, exploring future career options, or just want a free meal—we've got you covered.

Event Details:

📅 Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026

⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

📍 Location: Paul H. Broyhill Center for Advanced Technologies (3040 Hickory Blvd, Hudson, NC)

🌭 Bonus: FREE hot dogs and hamburgers for all attending families!

🎁 Want an Extra Chance to Win?
Pre-register now to earn an extra entry for our door prize drawing!

👉 Sign up today: http://bit.ly/ccmfg2026

Tag a friend or share this post to help us spread the word. We can't wait to see you there! 👇

Today, the Communities In Schools class at Gamewell Middle folded origami paper cranes in remembrance of 9/11.Not every ...
09/11/2026

Today, the Communities In Schools class at Gamewell Middle folded origami paper cranes in remembrance of 9/11.

Not every student was able to complete their crane, but those who did showed patience, perseverance, and care in learning this meaningful tradition. We are especially proud of the students pictured here for sticking with it and successfully completing their cranes!

In Japanese culture, the crane symbolizes peace, hope, healing, and a wish for a long life. Each crane is a reminder to remember those we lost, honor those who showed incredible courage, and continue to choose kindness and peace.

We’re proud of our students for learning, remembering, and creating something meaningful together. ❤️🤍💙

Students in 6th Grade at Gamewell can’t wait to start their Pen Pal Project with some of the residents at Hibriten Mount...
09/08/2026

Students in 6th Grade at Gamewell can’t wait to start their Pen Pal Project with some of the residents at Hibriten Mountain Nursing and Rehabilitation! 💌

Thank you Amanda Corpening for coming out to our classroom today and speaking with our students!

A huge thank you to Ms. Kincaid for coming out and sharing with our students all the wonderful opportunities available t...
09/02/2026

A huge thank you to Ms. Kincaid for coming out and sharing with our students all the wonderful opportunities available to them through the CTE program! We appreciate you taking the time to inspire our students, introduce them to new possibilities, and help them see the many pathways available for their future!

🎉 Happy Birthday, Anthony! 🎂Anthony is smart, funny, and kind, and I’m so thankful to be his teacher for the third year!...
08/28/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Anthony! 🎂

Anthony is smart, funny, and kind, and I’m so thankful to be his teacher for the third year! Hope you have a great birthday, Anthony! 🥳💙

Great start to our 2026-2027 school year! Our CISCC students are looking forward to a successful year!
08/28/2026

Great start to our 2026-2027 school year! Our CISCC students are looking forward to a successful year!

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313 Ridge Street, NW/PO Box 959
Lenoir, NC
28645

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