Communities in Schools of NOVA (CIS NOVA)

Being Present Matters for Alexandria Students

At Communities In Schools of Northern Virginia (CIS NOVA), being present matters. It means showing up with intentionality, actively listening, and taking action to remove barriers so students can succeed. It means staying persistent—adapting to challenges and never giving up on a student, no matter what.

In Alexandria, CIS NOVA currently serves seven schools—William Ramsay ES, John Adams ES, Samuel W. Tucker ES, Francis C. Hammond MS, Jefferson Houston, Alexandria City HS, and the Minnie Howard Campus of ACHS. Last year, we supported over 8,400 students, with 100% of our case-managed seniors graduating.

We show up for students every day with comprehensive student supports including tutoring, mentoring, college and career readiness programs, non-academic support, family engagement initiatives, and access to essential resources—ensuring they have what they need to thrive in school and beyond.

This Spring2ACTion, will you be present for Alexandria students? Your gift today helps us sustain our work in Alexandria and provide the resources and relationships that fuel student success. When you give, you’re not just supporting our work—you’re investing in the relationships that change the trajectory of a child’s life.