Our Mission

Our mission is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.

To forestall potential enduring negative impacts on students’ social determinants of health and ensure an equitable educational experience for children and youth across diverse socio-economic backgrounds and family situations, it is imperative that we deliver comprehensive wraparound support and services tailored to their varied needs. Communities In Schools of Whatcom-Skagit employs trusted, caring adults adept at facilitating the vital connection between struggling students and the necessary resources for success in both academics and life. When students are empowered to address their fundamental needs at school and receive support from a caring adult mentor guiding them toward their goals, they become ready to learn. Readiness to learn shows up as improved academics, increased attendance, and enhanced classroom behavior—proven indicators of a positive trajectory toward high school graduation.

Investing in preventative support for at-risk youth cultivates resilience, safeguarding the world's most precious resource—its youth.

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The Problem

Thousands of kids across the state carry adult-sized burdens to school every day: unmet basic needs, homelessness, bullying, systemic racism, the emotional effects of trauma, untreated medical conditions, language barriers, learning disabilities.

Local communities may have ample resources to address these challenges, but students and families may have a hard time accessing and navigating the maze of public and private services.

How We Help Students

Communities In Schools of Whatcom-Skagit is dedicated to empowering students to stay in school and on a path to a brighter future. Working directly inside 15 schools in Whatcom and Skagit Counties, we connect kids to caring adults and community resources designed to help them succeed.

In partnership with local communities, we do whatever it takes to ensure that all kids—regardless of the challenges they may face—have what they need to realize and meet their full potential.

Making a Difference

At Communities In Schools of Whatcom-Skagit, our 214 students receiving individualized support show outstanding progress towards their personal goals.

  • 100%
    Stayed in School
  • 84%
    Improved Attendance
  • 82%
    Improved Behavior
  • 68%
    Improved Coursework

* Outcomes reflect data from last school year

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