Communities In Schools of Putnam County, Inc. (CIS) strives to foster collaborative partnerships with government, education, business, and community resources to promote the importance of staying in school, learning, and becoming productive, contributing adults.   The vision is governed by Communities In Schools basics which believe that every child needs and deserves:

                                                  1.      A one on one relationship with a caring adult 
                                            2.      A safe place to learn and grow 
                                            3.      A healthy start in life 
                                            4.      A marketable skill to use upon graduation 
                                            5.   A chance to give back to peers and community