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For the first time, Communities In Schools will begin working with college students, forming a partnership with Palo Alto College to help get students who have dropped out to return to school and pursue their education. A nationwide nonprofit, Communities In Schools works in K-12 schools to help kids at…

CIS‑SA CEO Jessica Weaver says the nonprofit embeds full‑time support staff in schools to help students overcome challenges, and a new multimillion‑dollar donation will expand services as students face growing post‑pandemic needs.

MacKenzie Scott donated $133.5 million to Communities In Schools, including $7 million for the San Antonio affiliate, supporting its mission to serve 160 campuses and thousands of local students.

Communities In Schools of San Antonio provides direct, holistic support to San Antonio students, helping them overcome academic and personal challenges—including through remote‑learning barriers—and achieve long‑term success.

KENS 5, H‑E‑B, and Communities In Schools of San Antonio are collecting school supplies to support over 160 San Antonio schools, helping families prepare for back‑to‑school and reducing financial stress.

Communities in Schools of San Antonio CEO Jessica Weaver has served in several roles to support the agency's work and growth in the community over the past 30 years. She is a strong advocate for collaboration and has dedicated most of her career in building community and agency partnerships to…