Skagit Valley Herald features CIS Hygiene Supply Drive
View the article here In partnership with the Mount Vernon School District, we are collecting hygiene supplies to support students and families. We will be at Centennial Elementary School from 10-a.m. to 1p.m. Monday-Thursday of this week collecting supplies in person, and we are excited to partner with any local businesses who want to help […]
Collection bin for hygiene supplies to support Mount Vernon families in need
We are hosting a Hygiene Supply Drive at Centennial Elementary School in Mount Vernon from 10a.m.-1p.m. Monday-Thursday June 1-4th, 2020. Please bring unused, unopened items which will be sanitized and distributed to families in need. THANK YOU! Items needed: diapers (all sizes), hand soap, laundry soap, dish soap, body wash, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, feminine hygiene […]
CIS of Whatcom-Skagit Executive Director recognized as MVSD Community Champion
Our very own Executive Director, Ario Salazar, was recognized by MVSD leadership for his “relentless commitment to serving students in the Mount Vernon School District community.”
Support us in serving youth and families – #GiveBigWA 2020
For the first time, we are participating in #GiveBigWA, a regional online fundraiser. Visit givebigwa.cisofwhatcomskagit to donate on May 5th and 6th. Help spread the word about this opportunity to make a difference for youth and families from Blaine to Mount Vernon!
CIS of Whatcom-Skagit advocates for equity and access in school-based mental health care at April NSYFC meeting
We had the opportunity to present to the North Sound Youth and Family Coalition this month about the need for school-based mental health care for youth.
Our work is evolving now that schools are closed, but our mission remains the same. We are here to help surround students and families with a community of support.
During this challenging time, we are committed to staying connected, providing support, and brokering resources for youth and families.