The pandemic has been tough on families in the Coastal Bend, and this food pantry is a way the school district and the Coastal Bend Food Bank can provide some relief to families in need.
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Gov. Cooper announces $51.4 million in education grants, new financial aid program Students and educators across our state have faced challenges both inside and outside the classroom over the course of the pandemic, Governor Cooper said. Author: Meilin Tompkins Updated: 6:29 PM EDT May 24, 2021
RALEIGH, N.C. Governor Cooper announced Monday that he has directed $51.4 million in new funding to help students access and complete postsecondary education as the state recovers from the pandemic.
The governor will invest $44 million of the funds to help students access college and earn degrees starting this fall; $5 million to support mental health initiatives across state postsecondary institutions; and $2.4 million into equity-focused initiatives for K-12 and post-secondary students and families.
For over 30 years, the organization has been helping students. Author: Holly Stouffer (KENS5) Updated: 10:36 PM CDT May 14, 2021
SAN ANTONIO When students were stuck at home learning remotely, Communities In Schools went beyond the classroom to make sure they didn’t fall behind.
For over 30 years, the organization has been helping students. Their mission is to surround them with a community of support meant to empower them to stay in school and achieve success in life.
CIS is now in a little over 100 schools. As of 2020, the organization case managed 10,967 students, where 99% stayed in school and 94% graduated.
Anissa Cortez is the site coordinator at Kazen Middle School. She began working with Hollie, an eighth-grader, last year.