What does Communities in Schools East/Deep East Texas attempt to accomplish while working with at-risk students?
We believe that children coming from less advantaged homes (economically or educationally) possess inadequate resources required to succeed in school. These students lack resources that provide eye exams and glasses, shoes, coats, school supplies, appropriate clothing, homework assistance at home, proper nutrition, and healthy role models that value the benefits of a high school education. In meeting these needs, we know that the probability of academic success increases dramatically. From a community perspective, Communities in Schools East/Deep East Texas believes that our programs and services result in students that are far less likely in participating in risky behaviors (drug abuse, gang violence, etc.) and become a more productive member of the workforce once they graduate.
