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To honor and recognize Communities In Schools of Central Ohio on the occasion of its 20th anniversary.
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WHEREAS, in the United States, a student drops out of school every 26 seconds; and,
WHEREAS, the lives of more than 1.2 million children are helped through the efforts of Communities In Schools, Inc., a national organization of nearly 200 local affiliates in 27 states and D.C.; and
WHEREAS, the mission of Communities In Schools is to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and excel in life by addressing barriers to achievement such as hunger, poverty, violence and substance abuse; and
WHEREAS, Communities In Schools of Central Ohio is currently providing programming and staff to 26 elementary, middle and high schools to assist students at risk of dropping out of or failing school; and
WHEREAS, the programs of Communities In Schools of Central Ohio include School Resource Coordinators, Learn After School, Stable Families Program, Diplomas Now, Exceptional Leaders Inspired Through Excellence (E.L.I.T.E.), and support for Somali students; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees and staff of Communities In Schools of Central Ohio have worked together to cultivate relationships with local businesses, social service agencies, health care providers, and parent and volunteer organizations to provide the necessary resources; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
That we do hereby honor Communities In Schools of Central Ohio for 20 years of devoted service to the well-being and success of students in Central Ohio and wish them continued success in their noble and earnest mission.