Our work is best shared through the stories and images of our students, and testimonials from others touched by the work we do. We invite you to click on a story below… and be inspired.
Success Stories to Read
Middle School Mentoring
During the third week of school, I was given a student to mentor, David. I was thoroughly excited realizing that this would mean one on one time to build a […]
Bullying at School
The bell rang Tuesday morning for first period and I was on my way to a Spanish class to help out a few students read. Monica, a 6th grader, and […]
Reaching Kids Through Improv
Improv builds student confidence and much more.
Peer Mentee Grade Check-In
At Sehome High School we have started extensive check-ins with our mentees in our Peer Mentor Program. So, far I have received positive feedback about our program from the participants […]
Meeting Basic Needs
Jennifer Smith is a student who does not have the luxury of buying new clothes often and does not always have a lunch. As a resource coordinator for the school, […]
Mentors Using Edmodo
Starting this year, we are encouraging all of the Graduation Coaches and their mentees to create Edmodo accounts as a way for them to communicate directly that we can still […]
News from Nooksack
What a busy time of year it is! Communities in Schools in the Nooksack Valley is very excited about several programs that will be taking place in the next several […]
Sehome High School Learning Center Challenge a Big Success
Evan continues to go to the Learning Center because he knows it is the best place to get his homework completed!
Kevin and Doug
“Growing up I had very few black male mentors or teachers. I wanted to give Kevin the opportunity to see that there are black males doing positive things in the community.”
Gayle’s Story
Gayle struggled with failing grades, low self-esteem, learning disabilities, and little belief that she could succeed. Until she met Marlene.