Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County

Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County

Communities In Schools of Hidalgo County, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Communities i

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08/25/2023

Thanks to a collaboration between KRGV News Channel 5, H-E-B, and Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County, fifteen lucky La Joya CIS students were treated to the terrific opportunity of a $200 back to school shopping spree.

08/23/2023
08/09/2023

In this video, we visit Edinburg's HEB Park for the "Supporting our Students" fundraising event hosted by Telemundo in collaboration with Communities in Schools.

05/25/2023

We are deeply saddened to share the passing of our beloved Executive Director, David "Gus" Kennedy. We love you and will miss you tremendously ❤️

Words from his son:

David “Gus” Kennedy – The Man, The Myth, The Absolute Legend
(September 3, 1950 - May 24, 2023)

Husband, Father, Basketball Athlete, Catholic Priest, Karate Teacher, Counselor, Shakespearean actor… all of these were rich chapters in the epic life he lived.

I always joked that he was “The REAL Most Interesting Man in the World”: I wouldn’t be surprised if we find out soon that he was actually a secret government agent all along…

Dad made time for anyone and everyone. He found joy in making people laugh and he had the innate ability to bring a smile to even the most tortured of souls.

The man was generous to fault - He never stopped giving… even on his deathbed, if asked, he would have gladly given the shirt off his back to a nurse if need be.

It’s impossible to encapsulate his life in a post on social media. I’ll just say we can all ONLY hope to lead a life as full of laughter and generosity that he did.

As per his wishes, there will be a future Mass held in his honor – I will post about it when the time comes.

I imagine Dad walking up to the Pearly Gates where the main angelic security guard gets up and out of his chair: “Oh, man! Gus Kennedy?! I gotta shake this guy’s hand…”

Dad will hold out his hand, then instantly slide it behind his ear: “Too slow, buddy!” 🙂 ❤

05/11/2023

CIS of Hidalgo County would like to congratulate our UTRGV Spring 2023 Interns and Data Clerk on their accomplishment. We wish you all the best on your next adventure. 🎓🎉

Thania Morin, BSW
Ashley Mendoza, BSW
Nancy Moreno, BSW
Britney Escamilla, BSW
Zalma Ortiz, B.S. in Psychology

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 05/05/2023

CIS of Hidalgo County along with Share Your Strength No Kid Hungry were able to provide families with an HEB gift card to purchase basic necessities. Pictured are families from DISD Munoz Elementary

Help Gus Kennedy - Brain Cancer, organized by Joshua Kennedy 04/05/2023

Our very own Executive Director, Mr. David “Gus” Kennedy, has been diagnosed with brain cancer. He is currently going under medical treatment. For anyone that knows him, knows he will fight with all of his might. We ask for prayers, happy thoughts, or even a simple comment below with a funny or happy story about him.
We love you Mr. Kennedy ❤️

Help Gus Kennedy - Brain Cancer, organized by Joshua Kennedy A touch of lukewarm news: The one and only Gus Kennedy has been diagnosed with brain c… Joshua Kennedy needs your support for Help Gus Kennedy - Brain Cancer

Help Gus Kennedy - Brain Cancer, organized by Joshua Kennedy 04/02/2023

Our very own Executive Director, Mr. David “Gus” Kennedy, has been diagnosed with brain cancer. He is currently going under medical treatment. For anyone that knows him, knows he will fight with all of his might. We ask for prayers, happy thoughts, or even a simple comment below with a funny or happy story about him.

We love you Mr. Kennedy ❤️

Help Gus Kennedy - Brain Cancer, organized by Joshua Kennedy A touch of lukewarm news: The one and only Gus Kennedy has been diagnosed with brain c… Joshua Kennedy needs your support for Help Gus Kennedy - Brain Cancer

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 03/22/2023

CIS and ChildFund got created and worked together with 2nd grade students on family trees at Sam Fordyce Elementary 🤩

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 01/24/2023

CIS students from Dr. Americo Paredes Elementary kicked off Kindness Week with a "Sprinkle with Kindness" activity. They enjoyed sharing their favorite positive character traits about each other!

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 12/16/2022

CFI Texas Area brought some Christmas Joy to our CIS students at Juan N. Seguin Elementary! Thank you ChildFund 🎄🎅

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 12/08/2022

CIS Students at Sam Fordyce Elementary were having fun and being creative with CIS Site Manager Dina Barrios. Great job kids. 🎨

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 11/18/2022

CIS of Hidalgo County in partnership with H-E-B were able to provide 150 students and families with a Turkey Voucher for the Holidays. We wish you all a Festive Holiday 🦃

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 10/24/2022

On Friday, October 21st, CIS of Hidalgo County and ChildFund AmeriCorps met and discussed the exciting partnership for this school year. We are excited for all the wonderful things to come.

10/17/2022

Happy Boss's Day to the Man, the Myth, the Legend... Our Executive Director, Dr. David "Gus" Kennedy!!! 🤩

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 10/07/2022

CIS students from Sam Fordyce Elementary presented anti-bullying poems during a bullying prevention week presentation. Great job!👏

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 09/28/2022

Rafael Cepeda Jr., Prevention Specialist at Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas, presented to students at Lorenzo De Zavala Middle School about the importance of Mental Health. Shout out to our CIS Site Manager, Laura Cantu LBSW, for bringing in Mr. Cepeda for this presentation for Su***de Prevention Awareness.

Pequeños son beneficiados por la campaña, Apoyando a Nuestras Escuelas 08/29/2022

Thank you Telemundo 40 and to the community for helping our students receive backpacks and shoes. CIS Site Manager Aileen Peña, students, and staff at Corina Peña Elementary are extremally grateful 🎒👟

Pequeños son beneficiados por la campaña, Apoyando a Nuestras Escuelas Pequeños de la escuela primaria Corina Peña en Peñitas recibieron mochilas con útiles escolares y tenis, gracias a sus donaciones en la campana, Apoyando a Nuestras Escuelas. Aquí el reportaje.

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 08/22/2022

On Saturday, August 20th, twelve CIS students were gifted a $200 gift card to shop for anything they needed for back to school. Thank you KRGV and H-E-B for partnering up with us. Our students were very grateful for this wonderful opportunity.

08/18/2022

Our Donna CIS Site Managers are ready to welcome their students back for the 2022-2023 school year! 🤩

Valle de Río Grande se une a campaña “Apoyando a Nuestras Escuelas” 08/11/2022

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Valle de Río Grande se une a campaña “Apoyando a Nuestras Escuelas” El 5 de agosto fue un gran día para Telemundo 40 y nuestra iniciativa “Apoyando a Nuestras Escuelas” a beneficio de Communities in Schools del Condado Hidalgo (CIS por sus siglas en inglés). Desde tempranas horas cientos de personas del Valle de Río Grande estaban listas para colaborar con es...

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 08/06/2022

What an amazing turn out we had yesterday. We received so many backpacks with supplies and shoes for our students. Thank you Telemundo 40 and to everyone who donated 🎒👟

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 07/26/2022
Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 06/13/2022

Congratulations to these CIS students from Dr. Javier Saenz MS. Ms. Viveros is extremely proud of you 👏🥳

06/02/2022

CIS Summer School students at Zapata Elementary worked on an activity led by ChildFund and our CIS Site Managers 🤩

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 05/31/2022

CIS 2022 Graduate, Kayla De Leon, of Jimmy Carter Early College High School gives thanks to her parents for their sacrifices and support. Ms. Luna and Ms. Barrios are extremely proud of your accomplishes and wish you the best of luck on your next adventure.👩‍🎓👏

Photos from Communities in Schools of Hidalgo County's post 05/31/2022

Shout out to the CIS 2022 Graduates of Thelma R. Salinas STEAM Early College High School. Ms. Luna and Ms. Barrios are extremely proud of your accomplishments. We wish you the best of luck 👩‍🎓🧑‍🎓🥳

05/02/2022

Last week at Dr. Javier Saenz MS, hygiene products were donated by Ms. Sara Lopez through Sharing his Harvest. CIS Site Manager Marie Viveros and campus Social Worker made hygiene bags for students. 🤩

Photos from Thelma R. Salinas STEM Early College High School's post 05/02/2022

Congratulations to two of our CIS Students from Thelma R. Salinas STEM Early College High School. Ms. Barrios and Ms. Luna are extremely proud of you 👩‍🎓👏

04/11/2022

CIS of Hidalgo County is now accepting donations via our website. Simply click on the "Donate" button at www.cishidalgo.com. All donations will go towards our CIS students and families to purchase school supplies and basic needs. Your donation is greatly appreciated ❤️

04/08/2022

CIS students and CIS Site Manager at E. B. Reyna Elementary decorated the CIS office door to spread awareness and promote acceptance in honor of Autism Awareness Month 💙❤️💛💚

03/24/2022

CIS of Hidalgo County is now accepting donations via our website. Simply click on the "Donate" button at www.cishidalgo.com. All donations will go towards our CIS students and families to purchase school supplies and basic needs. There are three donation options: One-time, Monthly, or Round Up. Your donation is greatly appreciated ❤️

03/21/2022

Before spring break, CIS students at Kika De La Garza Elementary learned about St. Patrick's Day and worked on a "Lucky Leprechaun Hat" activity 💚

Timeline photos 03/21/2022

Thank you Donna ISD for recognizing and celebrating our CIS Site Managers. Thank you staff for all that you do 💛🧡

03/21/2022

Travis Middle School celebrated Social Work Month. Thank you Laura Cantu for all that you do ❤️

(Left to right) Mr. Amaya, Principal, Angie Cansino, MSW/LBSW, CIS Site Manager Laura M. Cantu, LBSW, Mrs. Guerrero, AP, Mr. Perez, AP, and Ms. Venencia, AP

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3700 N 10th Street, Ste 270
McAllen, TX
78501

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Monday 8:30am - 12pm
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Tuesday 8:30am - 12pm
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