Upcoming CIS Events!

We hope that you can attend some or ALL of these spectacular events! If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please contact Matt Garcia-Prats at 713-654-1515 or email him at mgarcia-prats@cis-houston.org

We are also happy to arrange an event that will meet your needs. If you would like to visit a specific CIS campus, or meet with a specific staff member, just let us know.

We thank you for your support and for taking the time to learn more about Communities In Schools of Houston!


CIS Corporate Breakfast
Thursday September 25, 2025 | 8am - 9:30am
Junior League of Houston - 1811 Briar Oaks Ln, Houston, TX 77027

Join us for an ever-popular Junior League breakfast where CIS invites our Houston corporate friends and supporters to hear about how we make a difference for students on Greater Houston Area campuses, and how Houston businesses can partner with CIS.

RSVP to: mgarcia-prats@cis-houston.org


CIS Campus Outreach Luncheon
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | 11:30am - 1pm
Heflin ES in Alief - 3303 Synott Rd, Houston, TX 77082

Join us for an informal box lunch at Alief ISD’s Heflin Elementary School where you will hear from CIS Student Support Specialists, CIS Students, and HES administration about the meaningful work of CIS on a campus.

RSVP to: mgarcia-prats@cis-houston.org


BBQ at the Pit Room
Saturday, November 8, 2025 | 6pm
Pit Room

Join us for a fun event at the Pit Room to learn more about CIS. There will be delicious BBQ, music, drinks, dancing, and a silent auction. Fun for all!

RSVP to: mgarcia-prats@cis-houston.org


Give Kids a Smile
Friday, February 6, 2026 | 8am
UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry - 7500 Cambridge St, Houston, TX 7705

For over 20 years, CIS of Houston has partnered with UTHealth’s Houston School of Dentistry Program to create a day long ‘preventative and restorative dental healthcare’ program. CIS identifies and coordinates the travel for over 200 students from across 6 ISD’s of Greater Houston, bringing them to the UTHealth site for much needed dental care. Come meet the care givers, CIS staff, and see the grateful smiles of Houston students!

RSVP to: mgarcia-prats@cis-houston.org


CIS Campus Outreach Luncheon
Wednesday, February 18, 2026 | 11:30am - 1pm
Springwood MS in Spring Branch ISD - 9810 Neuens Rd, Houston, TX 77080

Join us for an informal box lunch at Spring Branch ISD’s Springwoods High School where you will hear from CIS Student Support Specialists, CIS Students, and administration about the meaningful work of CIS on a campus.

RSVP to: mgarcia-prats@cis-houston.org


CIS Job Readiness Fair at the Alief Center for Technical Development
Friday, February 20, 2026 | 9am - 2pm
For over 10 years, CIS of Houston has partnered with Houston area school districts to provide a day long program to promote career opportunities, resume building, interview skills, and conversations with potential employers for full-time and internship positions. CIS identifies and coordinates the travel for over 500 High School students and coordinates a robust range of activities at the readiness fair site. Students interact with Houston area employers, professionals, volunteers, and mentors. Come attend the workshops, participate in the interview sessions, or provide a talk about your elected office!

RSVP to: mgarcia-prats@cis-houston.org


CIS Stay In School Gala
Wednesday, April 9, 2026
The Post Oak Hotel - 1600 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77027

Join us as our guest at our annual Stay In School Gala at The Post Oak Hotel in Uptown Houston. Mingle with CIS patrons, trustees, and staff. Hear from school teachers and administrators about the importance of CIS on their campuses. Learn from CIS students and campus specialists about how the program helps students succeed in life.

RSVP to: mgarcia-prats@cis-houston.org