Student Resources
CIS Student Resource Page
We have combined a list of resources to help you find what you need, whether it it is how to apply for college, where to go if you need housing, who to turn to if you are pregnant, or if you need to find a job. Communities In Schools is a great place to start, and we have put together this page so you can find some of the great resources you need.
College Information
Application
Financial
SAT Info and Prep
College Search
Career Guidance
Health & Human Services
Housing
- Covenant House
- Star of Hope
- Salvation Army
- Neighborhood Asst Corp of America (NACA)
- Houston Housing Authority
- Catholic Charities
- Harris County Social Services
- Gulf Coast Community Services
- West Houston Assistance Ministries
- Sheltering Arms Senior Services
Medical Care
- Ibn Sina Foundations
- Hope Clinic
- Legacy Community Health Services
- Chip
- TANF – Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
Food Resources
- SNAP Food Benefits
- TANF – Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
- My Brother’s Keeper
- House of Amos
- Emergency Aid, Coalition
Substance Abuse
General
Clothing
Pregnancy
- WIC Information
- Medicaid/CHIP Perinatal
- Clinic Locations
- NCI – financial aid for child care
Mental Health
- How to Choose an Agency for Help
- Frequently Used Counseling Agencies
- Houston Area Psychiatric Hospitals
Job Readiness
- Basic career information
- Resume writing
- Cover letter
- Top 10 Interview Tips for High School Students
CIS of Houston Program Information
If you cannot find the resource you are looking for, contact us online or call the Communities In Schools of Houston office at 713-654-1515.
Updated 10/10/2016