CIS of Atlanta Helps 34 Kids Get Into Clayton State University

Communities In Schools of Atlanta (CIS of Atlanta) site coordinator, Quintin Avery, receives recognition for helping 34 Forest Park High School seniors with acceptance to Clayton State University. Avery, a site coordinator at Forest Park High School, is acknowledged for being an active partner of Clayton State University in the education of Clayton County students.

Students were accepted into Clayton State University by attending college fairs and private visits at Forest Park High School during the 2017-2018 enrollment year. Students received one-on-one college counseling and were able to print out high school transcripts and other paperwork needed to apply on the spot. Clayton State University Admissions Recruiter, Alvin Conteh, spoke with students about the admission process and assisted with the application process.

CIS of Atlanta site coordinators, like Mr. Avery, are in schools everyday helping kids succeed. CIS of Atlanta empowers youth in the greater Atlanta area to reach their fullest potential through a wide range of services by placing dedicated staff members called site coordinators in local schools where they build strong relationships with students, parents, educators and community members. Caring about children and providing them with a number of enrichment programs to help shape their identity is the goal.

“It’s important for kids to get exposure to different careers and job opportunities. Getting accepted into college is the first step to these opportunities. The acceptance also uplifts kids’ spirits and helps them believe they can achieve success in life, “said Avery.

Locally, CIS of Atlanta empowered nearly 30,000 students during the 2017-2018 school year. Over 4,000 of those students received intensive, individualized support and that number to increase to 4,700 students during the 2018-2019 school year.

For more information about CIS of Atlanta visit www.cisatlanta.org.