Agenda Item
b. Renewal of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU): Communities in Schools (Not to exceed $325,000)
Summary: Presented by: Triscilla Weaver, Ph.D., Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity,
Kishia K. Towns, Ph.D., Chief, Wrap Around Services, Division of Wrap Around Services
Request: It is requested that the DeKalb Board of Education approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Communities in Schools of Atlanta, Inc., and the DeKalb County School District (DCSD) one additional year for an amount not to exceed $325,000.
Why: This request supports Strategic Goals 1: Student Success with Equity and Access and Strategic Goals 4: Culture and Climate. This is a contract renewal for Communities in Schools, Inc. (CIS), whereas CIS agrees to provide students with a continuum of support services to strengthen academic achievement, attendance, and promote post-secondary success. Communities in Schools is a research-based partnership to improve outcomes for students and this amount will provide a CIS employee for five (5) identified schools. The five schools include Clarkston HS, Cross Keys HS, Towers HS, Columbia HS and Stone Mountain HS.
Details: Communities in Schools (CIS) will work collaboratively with the DCSD to deliver community-based integrated student services through the implementation of the Community in Schools Model that includes Needs Assessment, Planning, Integrated Student Supports, Monitoring/Adjusting, and Evaluation. CIS will also provide case management services for at-risk students.
Financial impact: The total budget of $325,000 for case management services will be allocated utilizing funds from Purchased Professional and Technical Services under Title IV - Account Code: 462.2100.530000.03221.7020.1779.8010.090.2022.
Contact: Kishia Towns, Ph.D., Chief of Wrap Around Services, Division of Wrap Around Services, 678.676.1200
Triscilla Weaver, Ph.D., Chief of Access & Opportunity, Division of Access & Opportunity, 678-676-1200
Mr. Christopher Key, Executive Director, Student Advancement, Division of Wrap Around Services, 678-676-1200
Effective: Upon Board Approval
Status: Approved by the Office of Legal Affairs
DATE RECEIVED: ______________
MATTER ASSIGNED TO: _________
Request for Legal Assistance
DCSD Office of Legal Affairs
ATTORNEY – CLIENT COMMUNICATION
PLEASE SUBMIT COMPLETED REQUEST FORM TO
DCSD OFFICE OF LEGAL AFFAIRS.
*** This request is a confidential communication and should be treated as such ***
DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST
Title of Item/Topic:
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Communities in Schools
(e.g., contract review, policy matter, etc.)
07/16/2025
Date of request: ___________ ASAP
Due Date: ___________ (Allow 3 to 5 business days)
This renewal is for the Communities in Schools
Background information/Detail: __________________________________________________________
program that is currently operating in 5 selected high schools within the DeKalb County School District.
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PROCUREMENT DETAILS (if applicable)
Include details confirming that all applicable DCSD procurement policies and requirements have been
Renewal.
adhered to: ____________________________________________________________________________
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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Please attach/include any additional supporting documentation that are relevant to your request.
MOU and supporting data.
Description of supporting documentation, if any ____________________________________________
REQUIRED AUTHORIZATION
Beverly Raindrop for Dr. Kishia K. Towns, Chief of Wrap Around Support & Dr. Triscilla Weaver, Chief of Access & Opportunity
Requested by: _____________________________________________________________________
Beverly_Raindrop@dekalbschoolsga.org
Email: __________________________ 678-676-1911
Telephone: ____________________________________
Wrap Around Support
Department: _______________________________________________________________________
Dr. Kishia K. Towns & Dr. Triscilla Weaver
Cabinet Member authorizing the request: _______________________________________________
LEGAL APPROVAL
Approved as to form by the DCSD Office of Legal Affairs? ☐ Yes ☐ No
-OR- (check one only)
Approved as to form by Outside Legal Counsel? ☐ Yes ☐ No
*Referrals to Outside Legal Counsel must be coordinated and approved by the DCSD Legal Dept.
Approving Attorney (and law firm if Outside Counsel ____________________________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________________
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