Ben Hill School District, an L4GA Community
A partnership between Ben Hill County School District, Community in Schools, Literacy for Learning, Living and Leading in Georgia (L4GA – federal grant used for this initiative), Certified Literate Community Partnership (CLCP) – Adult Education, Fitzgerald-Ben Hill Chamber of Commerce, Dorminy Medical Center, the Monitor Enrichment Program, civic organizations, PTO, and several private businesses and industries in Fitzgerald and Ben Hill County
Partnership Purpose: Community in Schools (CIS) collaborates with the Ben Hill County Schools to address barriers that students face, such as poverty, lack of resources, and academic challenges. CIS places site coordinators within schools to build relationships with students and families and offer mentorship, counseling, and academic support.
Funding Focus: Summer reading program, books, summer reading resources and supplies, and a kick-off event
Website: www.ben-hill.k12.ga.us