BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Communities In Schools of Tacoma - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Communities In Schools of Tacoma X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Communities In Schools of Tacoma REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20150308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20151101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20160313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20161106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250728T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250815T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20250513T200702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T154615Z UID:3933-1753689600-1755277200@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2025 Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive & Block Party: Because BEING PRESENT MATTERS DESCRIPTION:At Communities In Schools of Tacoma\, we believe that BEING PRESENT MATTERS—especially when students are returning to the classroom. Our annual Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive & Block Party ensures that students across Pierce County start the year equipped\, confident\, and ready to thrive\, supported by trusted Site Coordinators who are present for them every step of the way. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow to BE PRESENT for students this back-to-school season:\n\n\nHost a School Supply DriveThank you for your interest in serving as a Stuff the Bus collection site! \n\n\n\nAt this time\, we are no longer distributing bins or printed posters. However\, we still welcome your support in collecting school supplies. We’re happy to provide a digital poster for you to use in promoting your drive. \n\n\n\nCollected supplies can be dropped off at Oakland on the morning of August 18. \n\n\n\nThank you for helping us support local students! Collection dates: July 28 – August 15.➤ [Sign up to host a collection site] \n\n\n\nSponsor the Campaign & Block PartyYour sponsorship is more than a donation—it’s a commitment to being present for students all year long. Sponsors help provide critical school supplies and support the annual Block Party that celebrates our community.➤ Email Nicole Jackson at njackso1@cisoftacoma.org to sponsor. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate Supplies or FundsCan’t host a drive? You can still be present from wherever you are. Order from our Amazon list\, make a monetary gift\, or drop off brand new supplies at Oakland High School 3702 E. McKinley Ave. Download school supply list here. \n\n\n\n➤ [Sign up to donate funds] \n\n\n\n➤ [Click for Amazon Wish List] \n\n\n\n➤Only new\, unused school supplies will be accepted. Thank you for understanding! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer to Sort & StuffHelp us prepare thousands of backpacks! Volunteers are needed to collect supplies from drive sites and assist with sorting and packing from August 18-20 at Oakland High School.➤ All shifts have been filled \n\n\n\nVolunteer at the Block PartyBe part of the big day! Greet families\, distribute backpacks\, and make the day memorable on Thursday\, August 21 at Oakland High School.➤ [Sign up to volunteer to assist with the Block Party] \n\n\n\nReserve a Table at the Block PartyAre you a youth-serving organization or local business? Be present for families by sharing resources and giveaways at this vibrant community event.➤ [Sign up to reserve a table at the Block Party] \n\n\n\nFor questions or more information\, contact Nicole Jackson at njackso1@cisoftacoma.org or 253-571-5166. \n\n\nLet’s come together to make sure every student feels seen\, supported\, and ready to learn—because BEING PRESENT MATTERS.\n\n\n\n\n\nBEING PRESENT MATTERS Collection Sites\n\n\nSupply collection will happen from July 28- August 15. School Supply pick-up is scheduled for the morning of August 18th. We will arrange your specific pick-up time as we get closer to the date. \n\n\n\nPlease ensure that you plan for a pick-up on August 18th. This year is a tight turnaround\, and we do not have any other options for pick-up. \n\n\n\n\n9th and 10th Horse Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers Museum \n\n\n\nAbsher Construction Co. \n\n\n\nBetter Properties Real Estate\, Inc.- Lakewood\n\n\n\nBetter Properties Real Estate\, Inc.- Tacoma\n\n\n\nConnelly Law Offices \n\n\n\nEPIC GOVERNMENT\n\n\n\nFedex\n\n\n\nFidelity National Title \n\n\n\nFirst Student\, Inc. \n\n\n\nFirst Student Charter Services\n\n\n\nGeoEngineers\, Inc \n\n\n\nGeorgia Pacific Tacoma Gypsum\n\n\n\nGibson Real Estate/Windermere Professional Partners \n\n\n\nHarkness Furniture \n\n\n\nHexcel\n\n\n\nKorsmo Construction \n\n\n\nMilgard Manufacturing \n\n\n\nMultiCare Allenmore Hospital \n\n\n\nMulticare Tacoma General Hospital  \n\n\n\nObee Credit Union\n\n\n\nPacific Lutheran University \n\n\n\nPeoples Community Center \n\n\n\nPexco \n\n\n\nPort of Tacoma \n\n\n\nProAmpac \n\n\n\nSchool of Education- University of Puget Sound \n\n\n\nTacoma Rainiers \n\n\n\nTacoma Urban Performing Arts Center\n\n\n\nTAPCO Credit Union-6th AVE.\n\n\n\nTAPCO Credit Union-19th St. W.\n\n\n\nTote Maritime\n\n\n\nTRA Medical Imaging\n\n\n\nTrue Blue\n\n\n\nU.S. Oil & Refining Co. \n\n\n\nUnico Properties- 1201 Pacific\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n2025 SPONSORS (Thank you!!)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnited Way of Pierce County \n\n\n\nTAPCO Credit Union \n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities\n\n\nClick for download of sponsorship opportunities URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2025-stuff-the-bus-school-supply-drive-block-party-because-being-present-matters/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cdn.ciswa.org/sites/14/2025/05/13131328/Website-Banners-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250509T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250509T210000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20250428T175043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T175044Z UID:3913-1746811800-1746824400@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:HARKNESS FURNITURE presents - A Day at the Ball Park DESCRIPTION:Come join the fun…celebrate all things CIS of Tacoma and our growing partnership with HARKNESS FURNITURE and their incredibly generous family.\n\nGet your ticket(s) here! URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/harkness-furniture-presents-a-day-at-the-ball-park/ LOCATION:Tacoma Rainier Stadium END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250425T123000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20240516T215244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T203921Z UID:3769-1745578800-1745584200@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:All IN for Kids Fundrai$ing Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Don’t Miss Out! Extra Luncheon Tickets Released!\n\nStay excited and keep an eye out for updates! 🚀🙌🎟️\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis year\, our theme is “Being Present Matters\,” highlighting the vital importance of showing up for our students\, community and each other. Together\, we’ll reflect on our shared successes\, hear inspiring stories from students we’ve supported\, and set the stage for even greater impact in the year ahead. \n\n\n\nYour presence will make all the difference as we strive to expand our reach and deepen our mission\, with your generous contributions directly supporting vital programs and services that transform lives in our community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEarly Bird Special\n\n\nSeat tickets & table reservations on sale \n\n\n\n\n$25 per seat \n\n\n\n\n\n$250 reserve full table (10)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLuncheon Sponsorship Opportunities \n\n\n \n \n Watch “SPONSORS final2025” on YouTube\n \n \n \n \n\n\n2025 All IN for Kids Fundrai$ing Luncheon sponsor opportunities \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn lieu of attending you can still make a difference! Please use the link below to support Tacoma students.\n\n\n\nInvest in our mission\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\n\n\nContact Nicole Jackson by phone at 253.571.5166 or njackso1@cisoftacoma.org. URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/save-the-date-all-in-for-kids-luncheon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241202T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20241002T165137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T220912Z UID:3821-1730448000-1733158800@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Winter Wish Coat Drive 2024 DESCRIPTION:This program is focused on providing NEW coats for the students (and their siblings) who work most closely with Site Coordinators at our partner Tacoma schools.  Coats will be distributed at a Winter Wish Event where those specific students and their families will come to pick up their coats\, hats\, and gloves\, and take part in holiday festivities.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere are a few ways you can get involved:\n\n\n\nBe a Collection Site for NEW Coats. We’ll give you gift tags for the coats. Distribute them as you wish and drop off the new coats at our Oakland High School office (3702 McKinley Ave\, Tacoma 98404) by December 3rd. Sign up here to be a collection site.\n\n\n\nDonate to the Winter Wish Coat Drive. Make a monetary donation and let us do the shopping for you.\n\n\n\nSponsor the Event. Your sponsorship helps us provide every student with a brand-new coat\, hat\, gloves\, and a warm blanket for their family. It also supports our Winter Wish event with festive supplies for cookie decorating\, photo areas\, ornament creation\, and more. Your support ensures students have the resources they need to succeed all-year long. Learn about Sponsorship Opportunities.\n\n\n\nOrder online. Shop from on Amazon to order coats\, hats\, and gloves and have the items shipped to us.\n\n\n\nVolunteer Opportunities: 1. Coat Sorting: Help us organize and sort NEW coats by size to ensure a smooth distribution process. 2. Event Setup: Assist with setting up the event space\, tables\, and decorations. 3. Event Support: Greet families\, help students select coats\, and distribute refreshments to create a welcoming atmosphere. Sign up to volunteer.\n\n\n\n\nWant more information about getting involved or volunteering? Email us at cisadmin@cisoftacoma.org or call 253-571-4983. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchools Supported\n\n\nWe are supporting students and their families that our Site Coordinators work most closely with at the following schools: \n\n\n\n\nArlington Elementary School\n\n\n\nFern Hill Elementary School\n\n\n\nGray Middle School\n\n\n\nStewart Middle School \n\n\n\nLincoln High School\n\n\n\nOakland High School\n\n\n\nMt. Tahoma High School\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhere to get a Tag for a New Coat?\n\n\nStop by one of our participating locations from November 1 – December 2\, to pick up a tag or two and return the coat with the tag to the same location. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAllenmore Hospital \n\n\n\nFirst Student Inc. \n\n\n\nO’Bee Credit Union- Fern Hill Branch \n\n\n\nO’Bee Credit Union- Ruston Branch \n\n\n\nTacoma General Hospital \n\n\n\nTAPCO Credit Union- 6th AVE \n\n\n\nTAPCO Credit Union- 19th St W \n\n\n\nPLU Athletic Department \n\n\n\nUnico Properties- Pacific AVE \n\n\n\nUniversity of Puget Sound \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Sponsors\n\n\nUS Oil & Refinery \n\n\n\nTacoma Public Utilities \n\n\n\nHarkness Furniture-The Harkness Family Foundation \n\n\n\nBNB Builders \n\n\n\nStewart Title \n\n\n\nCoordinated Health Plan of Washington \n\n\n\nO’Bee Credit Union URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/3821/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cdn.ciswa.org/sites/14/2024/10/01171132/Facebook-Cover-Page-7.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240613T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240909T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20240608T164537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T202201Z UID:3738-1718280000-1725883200@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2024 Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive DESCRIPTION:Stuff the Bus is a School Supply Drive and Back to School Fundraising Campaign. Stuff the Bus ensures that students in the greater Pierce County area have the tools and support from our Site Coordinators they need to succeed all year long. \n\n\n\nThere are a few ways you can get involved: \n\n\n\n\nHost a School Supply Drive at your business location. We’ll provide the container and graphics\, you set out the box and promote it to your employees and/or customers. Collection dates are from August 1- August 15. Pick Up is Thursday\, August 15. Sign up to be a collection site.\n\n\n\nSponsor the community-wide school supply drive and Block Party. Your sponsorship ensures students in the greater Pierce County area have the tools and support they need to succeed all year long! Sponsor the event. Email inquiries to njackso1@cisoftacoma.org\n\n\n\nDonate to the Stuff the Bus drive. Order supplies online through Amazon and have them shipped directly to us\, make a monetary donation\, or drop off supplies at Oakland High School (3702 E. McKinley Ave.).\n\n\n\nStuff the Bus Volunteers. Volunteers are needed to pick up supplies from our collection sites\, help sort supplies and stuff backpacks. Volunteer dates are August 15 and August 16-19 at Oakland High School. Sign up to volunteer here.\n\n\n\nBlock Party Volunteers. Volunteers are needed to distribute backpacks\, greet families\, and support the overall success of the Block Party on Tuesday\, August 27th at Oakland High School. Sign up to volunteer here.\n\n\n\nReserve a Table at the Block Party. Youth and family serving organizations and businesses are encouraged to register to attend the event to distribute information on community resources and giveaways. Sign to reserve a Table at the Block Party.\n\n\n\n\nWant more information about getting involved or volunteering? Email Nicole at njackso1@cisoftacoma.org or call 253-571-5166. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonate Supplies\n\n\nDownload our flyer with the supply list here. \n\n\nSupply List: \n\n\n\n\n\nComposition Notebooks\n\n\n\n3-Ring Binders\n\n\n\nScientific Calculators\n\n\n\npencil pouches\n\n\n\n#2 pencils\n\n\n\nPens\n\n\n\nHighlighters\n\n\n\nErasers\n\n\n\nFiller paper\n\n\n\nSpiral notebooks\n\n\n\npocket folders\n\n\n\nMarkers\n\n\n\nToothbrush & Paste\n\n\n\nBackpacks (Heavy Duty)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarkers\n\n\n\nColored Pencils\n\n\n\nCrayons\n\n\n\nGlue Sticks & Bottles\n\n\n\nScissors\n\n\n\nKleenex\n\n\n\nHand sanitizer\n\n\n\nprotractors\n\n\n\nRulers\n\n\n\nPost-It notes\n\n\n\nDry erase markers\n\n\n\nDeodorant\n\n\n\nTravel hygiene kits\n\n\n\nMenstrual care products\n\n\n\n\n\n2024 Collection Sites\n\n\n\n\nAbsher Construction Company- Puyallup  \n\n\n\nBrassfields Salon and Spa \n\n\n\nConnelly Law \n\n\n\nColdwell Banker Bain-University Place \n\n\n\nCoordinated Care  \n\n\n\nCurtis & Megan Gibson-Windermere \n\n\n\nEPIC Government \n\n\n\nFidelity National Title \n\n\n\nGeoEngineers\, Inc. \n\n\n\nKaiser Permanente-Tacoma Medical Center  \n\n\n\nKorsmo Construction  \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- Eastside Community Center \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- Headquarters  \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- Center at Norpoint  \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- People’s Community Center  \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- STAR Center  \n\n\n\nMutliCare-Tacoma General Hospital  \n\n\n\nMultiCare-Allenmore Hospital \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Auburn \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Federal Way \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Kent \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nOld Navy- Lakewood \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Olympia  \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Puyallup  \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Silverdale \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Tacoma  \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Tukwila  \n\n\n\nOrion Marine Contractors\, Inc. \n\n\n\nPCC Aerostructures-Auburn \n\n\n\nPort of Tacoma \n\n\n\nProAmpac  \n\n\n\nREI Headquarters- Sumner \n\n\n\nSouth Sound 911 \n\n\n\nTacoma Parks Foundation \n\n\n\nTacoma Rainiers- August 1-4 Homestand \n\n\n\nTAPCO- 6th AVE Location   \n\n\n\nTAPCO- Main Ave Location  \n\n\n\nTRA Medical Imaging \n\n\n\nUS Oil & Refining  \n\n\n\nUnico Properties \n\n\n\nValentine Roofing \n\n\n\nVMFH-St. Josephs \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nVolunteer Opportunities \n\nThursday\, August 15th \n\n\n\nShift #1: SHIFT IS FULL\n\n\n\nShift #2: 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\n\nMonday\, August 21st-Wednesday\, August 23\n\n\n15 volunteers needed per shift. Monday-Wednesday volunteer shifts will include sorting school supplies and packing backpacks with supplies. Volunteers must be able to lift and carry heavy objects and be comfortable being on their feet for the duration of the shift. \n\n\n\n\nMonday\n\n\n\nShift #3: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nShift #4: SHIFT IS FULL\n\n\n\nTuesday\n\n\n\nShift #5: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nShift #6: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM\n\n\n\nWednesday \n\n\n\nShift #7: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nShift #8: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM\n\n\n\n\n\nSign up to Volunteer! URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2024-stuff-the-bus-school-supply-drive-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cdn.ciswa.org/sites/14/2024/06/08095504/Website-Size-Specific-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240426T123000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20231220T193839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T201706Z UID:3692-1714129200-1714134600@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:All IN for Kids Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Working Together for Student Success.\n\nFriday\, April 26\, 2024\n\n\n11:00AM- Doors Open ~ 11:30AM-12:30PM Lunch & Program \n\n\n\nThe STAR Center~ 3873 S. 66th St.\, Tacoma \n\n\n\nWe look forward to showcasing the work that we do every day in our partner schools within Tacoma Public Schools. \n\n\n\nGuests will have the opportunity to hear from a few of our incredible students\, Rey Saldaña\, President/CEO of the CIS National Office\, Emily Slagle\, Executive Director\, Site Coordinators\, and Board Chair.  \n\n\n\nThis is your opportunity to support the students in Tacoma. \n\n\n\n\nSponsor\n\n\n\nAttend\n\n\n\nTable Captain\n\n\n\n\nTickets are required to attend due to limited seating. \n\n\n\nSuggested donation is $75 per ticket. \n\n\n\nUnable to attend the Luncheon? \n\n\n\n\nDonate\n\n\n\n\nFOR MORE INFORMATION \n\n\n\nContact Nicole Jackson by phone at 253.571.5166 or njackso1@cisoftacoma.org. URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2024-all-in-for-kids-celebratory-luncheon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230824T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230824T180000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20230512T230045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T183932Z UID:3542-1692889200-1692900000@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:UN-Stuff the Bus Block Party DESCRIPTION:Join us for Communities In Schools’s UN-Stuff the Bus Block Party on Thursday\, August 24th at Mt. Tahoma High School. The Block Party will include FREE Backpacks filled with school supplies\, student haircuts\, food\, music\, community resources\, and more. \n\n\n\nThere are a few ways you can get involved: \n\n\n\n\nSponsor the event. Sponsorship of this community-wide school supply drive and Block Party ensures students in the greater Pierce County area have the tools and support they need to succeed all year long! Sponsorship opportunities can be found here. \n\n\n\nDonate to the Stuff the Bus School Supply drive. make a monetary donation.\n\n\n\nVolunteer. Volunteers are needed to help with set-up\, tear-down and to work the Block party. Sign up to volunteer here. \n\n\n\nTable with a vendor booth. Youth and Family focused groups/organizations are welcome to table at the Block Party. Once you complete the request to participate form\, you will receive a formal application and additional details via email. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 24th\n\n\n12 volunteers needed per shift at Mt. Tahoma High School. \n\n\n\nSHIFT #1– 12:00PM-2:00PM This shift will include set-up and moving of backpacks to prepare for distribution. Volunteers may need to lift and carry heavy items and should be comfortable being on their feet for the duration of the shift. \n\n\n\nSHIFT #2- 2:30-4:30PM This shift will include distributing backpacks\, directing participants and overall support of the event. Volunteers will need to be able to lift and carry heavy items and should be comfortable being on their feet for the duration of the shift. Limited accommodations can be made for specific tasks. \n\n\n\nSHIFT #3- 4:00-7:00PM This shift will not only include distributing backpacks\, directing participants and overall support of the event\, but also support clean up after the event. Volunteers will need to be able to lift and carry heavy items and should be comfortable being on their feet for the duration of the shift. Limited accommodations can be made for specific tasks. \n\n\n\nVolunteers are welcome to register for one or several shifts. Register here. \n\n\n\nFor more info\, contact Nicole at njackso1@cisoftacoma.org or at 253-571-5166. \n\n\nSenior PRESENTING Sponsors\n\n\n\n\nU.S. Oil & Refinery \n\n\n\nCar Pros \n\n\n\n\nJunior Sponsors\n\n\nBuoy & One Roof Foundation \n\n\n\nKeyBank \n\n\nSophomore Sponsors \n\n\nBECU \n\n\nFreshman Sponsors \n\n\nSound Credit Union \n\n\n\nPuget Sound Energy \n\n\n\nStewart Title \n\n\n\nTAPCO URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/3542/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cdn.ciswa.org/sites/14/2023/05/16111528/MicrosoftTeams-image-1-e1687186208685.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230710T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230817T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20230517T165837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T210313Z UID:3545-1688990400-1692273600@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive DESCRIPTION:Stuff the Bus is a school supply drive and back to school fundraising campaign. Stuff the Bus ensures that students in the greater Pierce County area have the tools and support from our Site Coordinators they need to succeed all year long. \n\n\n\nThere are a few ways you can get involved: \n\n\n\n\nHost a supply drive at your business location. We’ll provide the box and graphics\, you set out the box and promote it to your employees and/or customers. Collection dates are from July 10-August 17. Pick Up is scheduled for Thursday\, August 17. Sign up to be a collection site.\n\n\n\nSponsor the event. Sponsorship of this community-wide school supply drive and Block Party ensures students in the greater Pierce County area have the tools and support they need to succeed all year long! Sponsorship opportunities can be found here. \n\n\n\nDonate to the Stuff the Bus drive. Order supplies online and have them shipped directly to us\, make a monetary donation\, or drop off supplies at any of our collection sites listed below. \n\n\n\nVolunteer. Volunteers are needed to help round up supplies from our collection sites\, help sort supplies into backpacks. Sign up to volunteer here. \n\n\n\n\nWant more information about getting involved or volunteering? Email Nicole at njackso1@cisoftacoma.org or call 253-571-5166. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDownload our flyer with the supply list here. \n\n\nSupply List: \n\n\n\n\n\nBackpacks\n\n\n\nScientific Calculators\n\n\n\npencil pouches\n\n\n\n#2 pencils\n\n\n\nPens\n\n\n\nHighlighters\n\n\n\nErasers\n\n\n\nFiller paper\n\n\n\nSpiral notebooks\n\n\n\npocket folders\n\n\n\nMarkers\n\n\n\nToothbrush & Paste\n\n\n\nMenstrual care products\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarkers\n\n\n\nColored Pencils\n\n\n\nCrayons\n\n\n\nGlue Sticks & Bottles\n\n\n\nScissors\n\n\n\nKleenex\n\n\n\nHand sanitizer\n\n\n\nprotractors\n\n\n\nRulers\n\n\n\nPost-It notes\n\n\n\nDry erase markers\n\n\n\nDeodorant\n\n\n\nTravel hygiene kits \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbsher Construction Company- Puyallup  \n\n\n\nColdwell Banker Bain-Tacoma \n\n\n\nChicago Title- Gig Harbor  \n\n\n\nChicago Title- 112th East  \n\n\n\nChicago Title- 19th St  \n\n\n\nConnelly Law Offices  \n\n\n\nFairway Independent Mortgage Corp  \n\n\n\nKaiser Permanente-Tacoma Medical Center  \n\n\n\nKorso Construction  \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- Eastside Community Center \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- Headquarters  \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- Center at Norpoint  \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- People’s Community Center  \n\n\n\nMetro Parks- STAR Center  \n\n\n\nMutliCare-Tacoma General Hospital  \n\n\n\nMultiCare-Allenmore Hospital \n\n\n\n\n\nOld Navy- Auburn  \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Federal Way  \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Kent  \n\n\n\nOld Navy-Lakewood  \n\n\n\nOld Navy-Olympia  \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Puyallup  \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Tacoma  \n\n\n\nOld Navy- Tukwila  \n\n\n\nPort of Tacoma- Security  \n\n\n\nTacoma Central Presbyterian Church  \n\n\n\nTacoma Rainiers- Games on July 25-30   \n\n\n\nTAPCO- 6th AVE Location   \n\n\n\nTAPCO- Main Ave Location  \n\n\n\nUS Oil & Refining  \n\n\n\nUmpqua Bank- Puyallup  \n\n\n\nVMFH- Educational Support Center  \n\n\n\nVMFH- St. Joseph Medical Center  \n\n\n\nWalmart-Tacoma \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, August 17th \n\n\n\nShift #1 has been filled.\n\n\n\nShift # 2-3 has been filled. \n\n\n\nMonday\, August 21st-Wednesday\, August 23\n\n\n15 volunteers needed per shift. Monday-Wednesday volunteer shifts will include sorting school supplies and packing backpacks with supplies. Volunteers must be able to lift and carry heavy objects and be comfortable being on their feet for the duration of the shift. \n\n\n\n\nMonday\n\n\n\nShift #4: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nShift #5: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\n\nTuesday\n\n\n\nShift #6: has been filled. \n\n\n\nShift #7: has been filled. \n\n\n\nWednesday (IF NEEDED)\n\n\n\nShift #8: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\n\n\n\nShift #9: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM\n\n\n\n\n\nSign up to Volunteer! URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2023-stuff-the-bus-block-party/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cdn.ciswa.org/sites/14/2023/05/12102425/Blank.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230501T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230515T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20230417T194949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T200627Z UID:3486-1682942400-1684152000@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2023 All IN for Kids Luncheon Still time to Give! DESCRIPTION:Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our annual All IN for Kids luncheon last Friday! We enjoyed seeing each of you and thankful that the room so packed and full of energy! We truly hope you left the STAR Center inspired. \n\n\n\nBecause of you CIS of Tacoma raised $62\,450 towards our stretch goal of $90\,000. Please help us close the gap! We have extended our luncheon campaign through May 15\, 2023. We need you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you were unable to attend\, but still want to support or did attend and can give more.\n\n\n \n \n \n Please consider making a recurring monthly or one-time gift. \n \n \n \n Donate \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerformances by: Mt. Tahoma High School Poly Club\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\nTHANK YOU SPONSORS!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nVirginia Mason Franciscan Health \n\n\n\nTacoma Community College \n\n\n\n\n\nConnelly Law Office \n\n\n\nStewart Title \n\n\n\nHomeownership Center Northwest \n\n\n\n\n\nLincoln Construction \n\n\n\nHolland & Loren Cohen URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2023-all-in-for-kids-luncheon/ LOCATION:STAR Center\, 3873 S 66th ST\, Tacoma\, Washington\, 98409 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20221208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20221021T201748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T211031Z UID:3337-1670486400-1670518800@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2022 Winter Wish DESCRIPTION:Thank you to everyone that has supported Winter Wish 2022 thus far. We appreciate you! \n\n\n\nWe are done taking physical clothing donations and will continue taking financial donations to assist shopping for a few more families through Thursday\, December 8. \n\n\n\nPlease follow this link to make a direct donation to Winter Wish. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWinter Wish is a warm clothing drive and end of year fundraising campaign. Winter Wish ensures that food and housing insecure students and families in Tacoma have the warm clothing and support from our Site Coordinators they need to succeed all year long. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere are a few ways you can get involved: \n\n\n\n\nAdopt a family. We’ll send you a shopping list for an entire family and you drop off the clothing to our office at Oakland High School (3319 S. Adams St Portable #6). Sign up to adopt a family here.\n\n\n\nSponsor the event. Sponsorship of this winter clothing drive ensures food and housing insecure students and families in Tacoma have the warm clothing and support they need to succeed all year long! Sponsorship opportunities can be found here.\n\n\n\nDonate to the Winter Wish drive. Order clothing online here and have it shipped directly to us\, make a monetary donation here\, or drop off clothing at our office at Oakland High School (3319 S. Adams St Portable #6).\n\n\n\nVolunteer. Volunteers are needed to help sort and pack clothing items. Sign up to volunteer here.\n\n\n\n\nWant more information about getting involved or volunteering? Email Nicole at njackso1@tacoma.k12.wa.us or call 253-571-5166. \n\n\nSchools Supported\n\n\nWe are supporting families with at least one student at the following schools: \n\n\n\n\nArlington Elementary School\n\n\n\nFern Hill Elementary School\n\n\n\nGray Middle School\n\n\n\nStewart Middle School \n\n\n\nOakland High School\n\n\n\nMt. Tahoma High School\n\n\n\nWillie Stewart Academy\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship opportunities are available. See our sponsorship packages here. \n\n\n\nFor more info\, contact Nicole at njackso1@tacoma.k12.wa.us or at 253-571-5166 URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2022-winter-wish/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cdn.ciswa.org/sites/14/2022/10/07161130/Winter-Wish-website...png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220603T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20220603T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060828 CREATED:20220328T205607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T211626Z UID:3106-1654254000-1654261200@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2022 'We Are One' Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Join us on June 3rd at the STAR Center to learn more about our programs\, hear stories of the work we do to empower all students to succeed\, and join our community of support for young people in Tacoma. \n\n\n\nThe Luncheon is free to attend with a recommended $75+ donation. All donations of $100 or more will be MATCHED (up to $10\,000)! \n\n\n\nRegistration is required to attend. Limited seating capacity is available. Register early to reserve your spot! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerformances by: Mt. Tahoma High School Poly Club\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUNABLE TO ATTEND?\n\n\n \n \n \n Please consider making a recurring monthly or one-time gift. All donations made with this link will be matched (up to $10\,000). \n \n \n \n Donate \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship opportunities are available. See our sponsorship packages here. \n\n\n\nFor more info\, contact Jessica at jcox3@tacoma.k12.wa.us or at 253-571-5166 \n\n\nTHANK YOU SPONSORS!\n\n\n\n\n\nHolland and Loren Cohen URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2022-we-are-one-luncheon/ LOCATION:STAR Center\, 3873 South 66th St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cdn.ciswa.org/sites/14/2022/03/17122243/Featured-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211101T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20211218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20211029T230245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T210847Z UID:3068-1635753600-1639846800@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Winter Wish 2021 DESCRIPTION:Winter Wish is an event to support Tacoma homeless students this holiday season. We are looking for sponsors to provide warm coats\, shoes\, hats\, clothes\, and pajamas for families who are currently experiencing unstable housing situations.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThere are three ways to get involved:  \n\n\n\n\nShop from the online wish list here. The items you purchase will be delivered to CIST and we’ll make sure they get to the students in need. As you shop\, please ensure that items can be delivered by Monday\, December 13.\n\n\n\nRequest a shopping list and do the shopping yourself. Email Nova at nhernan@tacoma.k12.wa.us for a shopping list. Donations can be dropped off at the People’s Community Center (1602 MLK Jr. Way Tacoma\, WA 98405). Please drop off no later than Monday\, December 13.\n\n\n\nGive a monetary donation here or donate gift cards to Target\, Walmart\, Costco\, or Amazon. CIST staff will complete the shopping to make sure all our students needs are covered.  URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/winter-wish-2021/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210701T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210824T235959 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20210701T182616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230828T210931Z UID:2875-1625097600-1629849599@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Stuff the Bus and Back to School Campaign DESCRIPTION:The Stuff the Bus and Back to School Campaign provides students the supplies they need to be successful in school. This past year has highlighted the inequities that exist in our community around access to education. Our Stuff the Bus and Back to School campaign exist to help students get a strong start to school and will provide ongoing support throughout the school year. With local support from businesses\, individuals and organizations\, our goal is to make sure no child begins school unprepared and without resources. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n Donate today to support students as they go back to school! \n \n \n \n Count me in! \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nThere are a few ways you can get involved: \n\n\n\n\nHost a supply drive at your location for your employees and/or customers. We’ll provide the box and graphics\, you set out the box and promote it to your community.\n\n\n\nSponsor the event. Tired of shopping? Choose to be a company sponsor to support school supplies and student re-engagement efforts as we head back to school in the fall.\n\n\n\nParticipate in the Virtual Stuff the Bus drive. Order supplies online here and have them shipped directly to us.\n\n\n\n\nInterested in getting involved or volunteering? Email Abby at abuter@tacoma.k12.wa.us or call 253-571-5166. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop off your school supplies at the following locations: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHosting a school supply drive? Here are the supplies needed: URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/stuff-the-bus-and-back-to-school-campaign/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210602T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210602T124500 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20210428T053232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T220605Z UID:2837-1622635200-1622637900@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2021 Annual Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Please join us in celebrating “20 Years of Community Building” at our virtual Luncheon on June 2nd! \n\n\n\nTwenty years ago Communities In Schools of Tacoma began with the vision to surround students with a community of support to empower them stay in school and achieve in life. Now\, 20 years later\, we are proud to say we have worked with thousands of students and we continue to live out that mission in Tacoma. \n\n\n\nEvery year Communities In Schools of Tacoma (CIST) hosts a luncheon to celebrate our students success and invite attendees to be a part of the CIST story. This year’s virtual event will be held on Wednesday\, June 2nd at 12:00pm. In 2021\, our luncheon is more vital than ever as we work to re-engage students after a year of virtual learning and social distancing.   \n\n\n\nWill you join us this year to be a community builder at our virtual 2021 luncheon? Your support will help us make sure this luncheon is the best one yet during a season that has been beyond difficult. It takes all of us to show up for our students and build the kind of community that transforms relationships\, unlocks student potential\, and breaks down barriers. It takes all of us to re-engage these missing students. It takes all of us to keep imagining a better future for our students and working every day to make it happen.   \n\n\n\nThe event is free\, but please register so we can make sure you get the link to attend. Click here to Register for the Luncheon. \n\n\n\nYou can view the event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_o0sm76J9vY \n\n\n\nWe also have sponsorships available for this event\, which you can learn more about by downloading the Sponsorships Flyer here or contact Abby Buter at abuter@tacoma.k12.wa.us. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n Can't make it to the event? You can still make an impact in a child's life! \n \n \n \n Donate Today URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2021-annual-luncheon/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210209T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210211T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20210119T161637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T220740Z UID:2787-1612861200-1613048400@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Refresh and Renew 2021 DESCRIPTION:It’s been a hard season\, and everyone is doing the best they can. Between social distancing\, remote learning\, racial injustice\, political unrest\, and figuring out what it means to live through a pandemic people are tired. As 2021 begins we invite you to take a pause. Join us as we hear from different speakers about ways to care for ourselves and our community well during this time.   \n\n\n\nOrder tickets here. All ticket sales benefit Communities In Schools of Tacoma. \n\n\n\nTickets: \n\n\n\n$20 per workshop. Live access and the workshop recording. \n\n\n\n$75 All-Access Pass\, receive access and recordings to all 6 workshops. The best deal! \n\n\n\n$250 Organization rate for organizations with less than 50 employees. All employees receive an all-access pass. \n\n\n\n$500 Organization rate for organizations with more than 50 employees. All employees receive an all-access pass. \n\n\n\nCommunities In Schools of Tacoma Families: Ask the Site Coordinators at your student’s school about free tickets! \n\n\n\nWorkshops & Schedule: \n\n\n\nAll event times are in Pacific Standard Time. You do not have to attend live to receive the recording of the workshop. All sessions will be recorded and registrants will receive workshop recordings 24-48 hours after live session. \n\n\n\nTuesday\, February 9th: \n\n\n\n9:00am – Intro to the Enneagram: Understanding Why You Do What You Do with Abby Buter \n\n\n\nThe Enneagram is a wisdom tradition that helps us understand ourselves and others better. Most personality typologies focus on behavior\, but the Enneagram focuses on motivations. Why do you do what you do? During this workshop we’ll discuss the dynamic system of the Enneagram and how we can use it in our own lives. If you’re interested in learning a new tool that helps you understand yourself and others better and increases your compassion this will be a great workshop for you.  Register here. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n12:00pm – Health at Your Desk with Dr. Brent Froberg \n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Brent Froberg with Airrosti for an educational and interactive webinar! You will learn simple\, proven techniques to avoid repetitive strain and postural injuries associated with common workplace environments. During a time where we are likely in front of our computers more and potentially in compromising chairs or work stations\, this topic will help you stay injury/pain free! You will learn simple stretches and exercises to help increase flexibility\, strength\, and range of motion while learning ongoing solutions to relieve tension and stress. Register here. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, February 10th: \n\n\n\n9:00am – You Got This! Leverage the Power of Your Thoughts to Help You Achieve Your Goals with Calvin Osili \n\n\n\nPerhaps we weren’t taught\, or maybe don’t believe\, that we have the power to change our lives\, connect to joy\, and realize our dreams in spite of our challenges and circumstances.  In fact\, our minds (thoughts\, and beliefs) are the engines that drive our emotions\, actions\, and results!  Join me in this workshop to better understand the power of your thoughts and how you can leverage your mind to help you achieve your goals.  Whether you want to experience changes in your health\, relationships\, career\, finances\, or something else\, you will leave this presentation with inspiration and empowered clarity around your next and most important steps toward getting there. Make sure to bring a pen and paper for this workshop. Register here. \n\n\n\n12:00pm – How to Talk to Kids About Hard Things\, Panel Conversation \n\n\n\nIt’s been a hard season. Between social distancing\, remote learning\, racial injustice\, political unrest\, and figuring out what it means to live through a pandemic people are tired. Our children\, whether they’re toddlers or teens\, are undoubtedly feeling the impact of what is happening in the world around them. How do we have age-appropriate conversations with our kids? Whether you’re a parent\, aunt\, uncle\, teacher\, caregiver\, or if you have any child in your life this conversation is for you. A panelist of parents\, therapists\, and experts will discuss how we can talk to kids about hard things. Register here.    \n\n\n\n2:00pm – In-the-Moment Mindfulness Practices with Shayla Collins from The Center for Child and Family Well-Being \n\n\n\nWe all deserve a moment for ourselves and often we can’t “find” the time. In this interactive session\, Shayla Collins will share practices that can be woven into your daily routine as opposed to adding to it. These practices\, drawn from the University of Washington’s Center for Child & Family Well-Being professional training programs\, are intended to support your emotional balance as well as remind you of how fabulous you already are. Register here. \n\n\n\nThursday\, February 11th: \n\n\n\n9:00am – Healthy Cooking with the Asia Pacific Cultural Center \n\n\n\nJoin Regina Chae for a live cooking demonstration of how to make Oyi Kimchee\, or Cucumber Kimchee. There will be a Q&A with the chef after the cooking class. Register here. \n\n\n\n12:00pm – Vitality in Stillness and Motion with Manidha Oyodomari \n\n\n\nWe move throughout the day\, but very few people are aware of how they are moving.  Anyone can experience more vitality and aliveness through movement with awareness.  Stillness\, the background of all experience\, can then naturally arise.  Using meditation and somatic practices grounded in neuroscience\, Manidha will guide you through a process of awakening the whole body and tapping into the brain’s unlimited potential for transformation.  Mindfulness and Anat Baniel Method Neuromovement are some of the areas we will explore to rewire your brain and change your life. Register here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank you to our event sponsors: URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/refresh-and-renew-2021/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200314T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20200314T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20200306T210159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221102T220806Z UID:2630-1584187200-1584194400@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:South Tacoma Family Resource Fair DESCRIPTION:The South Tacoma Family Resource Fair is an opportunity to learn what resources are available in the South Tacoma area. Enjoy free food\, fun\, and a chance to win a door prize! RSVP Required online (link below) or by phone\, 253.571.4983. URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/south-tacoma-family-resource-fair/ LOCATION:South Lakeshore Christian Church\, 1740 S 84th St.\, Tacoma\, Washington\, 98444\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190531T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190531T131500 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20190123T003410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190422T172714Z UID:2231-1559302200-1559308500@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2019 Annual Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Click here to register as a guest at our 2019 Annual Luncheon!\nCan’t make it to the event but still want to support our vision? Give today!\nOur Annual Luncheon is an opportunity to learn more about how Communities In Schools is making an impact in your community. We work to surround students with a community of support so they can succeed in school and in life. \nCheck out our video from last year’s event to learn more: \n \n  \n \nSchedule of events:\n11:00: Doors Open \n11:30: Program Begins \n\nWelcome – Ryan Mello\, Tacoma City Council\nNational Anthem\nAcknowledgements\n“Hands Up” Award\nStudent Speakers\n\nMerci\, 12th Grade\, Mt. Tahoma High School\nKalaiah\, 11th Grade\, Oakland High School\n\n\nKeynote Speaker – Marcus Trufant\n\n1:00: Closing \nIf you or your organization is interested in sponsorship at this event\, click here to learn more or download our 2019 Luncheon Registration form. \n  URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2019-annual-luncheon/ LOCATION:Greater Tacoma Convention Center\, 1500 Commerce St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Communities In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180606T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180606T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20180314T180737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180330T163942Z UID:1960-1528284600-1528290000@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2018 Annual Luncheon DESCRIPTION:ONLINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER\nJoin us for our annual Luncheon at on Wednesday\, June 6th at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center. The event will highlight how Communities In Schools of Tacoma is “Growing In Gratitude” through our year-round programs and special events. \nOur Keynote Speaker this year is Randy Sprick\, a leading consultant in behavior management. Each year\, he conducts training and classes for more than 30\,000 teachers and administrators throughout the United States and Canada. \nAs the primary author for the Safe & Civil Schools series\, Randy has produced numerous articles\, books\, and multimedia presentations that assist school personnel in dealing with the issues of discipline and classroom management. His most recent publications include Foundations\, 3rd ed. (2014) and Leadership in Behavior Support (2016). Randy is the director of Teaching Strategies\, Inc. and the lead consultant for Safe & Civil Schools. \nIndividual tickets and group packages are available now by completing an online registration or downloading our RSVP form below. We look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2018-annual-luncheon/ ORGANIZER;CN="Communities In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180324T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180324T123000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20180314T185619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180314T185619Z UID:1966-1521883800-1521894600@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Wapato Hills Community Garden Work Party DESCRIPTION:Communities In Schools is partnering with the Healthy Homes\, Healthy Neighborhoods Initiative\, Tacoma Environmental Services\, Harvest Pierce County\, and Tinker Garden on a build party for the Wapato Hills Park community garden. This garden serves the community by providing a space where South Tacoma families can grow their own healthy\, organic\, and sustainable food. Our teams will be building new raised garden beds to expand the space. Lunch is provided and there will be activities available for children aged 18 months – 8 years old\, so bring the whole family! URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/wapato-hills-community-garden-work-party/ LOCATION:Wapato Hills Garden\, 6200 S. Wapato St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Communities In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171218T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171218T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20171130T192811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171130T194007Z UID:1949-1513607400-1513612800@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Winter Wish 2017 DESCRIPTION:To support Winter Wish\, text “WISH” to 253-201-2013\, click on the green “Donate” button\, or fill out the form below to sponsor a child.\nIt’s that time of year again! The holidays are fast approaching\, and for families in need it can be a difficult time of year. Every year\, there are students in the Tacoma School District whose holiday season won’t be as bright as their fellow students. This year our Winter Wish Program is targeting students who are living in cars\, parks\, public spaces\, abandoned buildings\, motels\, camp grounds\, emergency or transitional shelters\, or they do not have standard living accommodations. Our goal is to provide warm clothing (pajamas\, coats\, blankets\, hats & gloves\, etc.) for these students in need this holiday season. \nStudents selected for this program are matched with a sponsor who will donate gifts to the student. The program culminates in our annual Winter Wish Celebration\, an event where the students and their families are invited to enjoy refreshments\, take pictures with Santa\, and receive their gifts. \nTo sponsor a student\, complete the form below or contact Teresa Maxwell at 253-571-4983 or tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us. URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/winter-wish-2017-2/ LOCATION:Mt. Tahoma High School\, 4634 S. 74th St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.ciswa.org/sites/14/2017/11/20175832/arlington-santa-n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Communities In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20171201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20171223 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20171130T175016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171130T175016Z UID:1944-1512086400-1513987199@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Holiday Food Drive DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/holiday-food-drive-2/ LOCATION:University Place Fred Meyer\, 6305 Bridgeport Way W\, University Place\, WA\, 98467\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Communities In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171108T190000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20171103T061919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171103T061919Z UID:1926-1510160400-1510167600@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Family Dinner Night DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/family-dinner-night/ LOCATION:Mt. Tahoma High School\, 4634 S. 74th St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171103T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171121T220000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20171103T232510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20171106T220321Z UID:1930-1509696000-1511301600@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Holiday Food Drive DESCRIPTION:Please support our Holiday Food Drive to support families in need! This year\, the Fred Meyer on Bridgeport Way is supporting our drive. To help\, visit that location and ask your cashier about purchasing a holiday food bag at checkout. Your donation will help feed a family experiencing poverty this holiday season. URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/holiday-food-drive/ LOCATION:University Place Fred Meyer\, 6305 Bridgeport Way W\, University Place\, WA\, 98467\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Communities In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170819T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170819T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20170807T221029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170807T222101Z UID:1848-1503162000-1503162000@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:School Supplies at Summer Bash DESCRIPTION:Communities In Schools of Tacoma is hosting a table at Metro Parks Summer Bash at the STAR Center! This family-friendly event features music\, games\, food\, and a movie on the lawn\, and live music–finalists from the Rising STAR singing competition will be on hand to perform. Several community resource providers will be represented\, including Communities In Schools of Tacoma\, to give information about our programs. We will also be accepting donated school supplies to support our local students in need for the next school year just around the corner. \nCome out for this great event and support your local students! More information is available on the Metro Parks website. URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/school-supplies-summer-bash/ LOCATION:STAR Center\, 3873 South 66th St.\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98409\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170808T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170823T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20170808T234416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170818T163536Z UID:1851-1502179200-1503507600@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2017 Stuff the Bus Campaign DESCRIPTION:The 2017 Stuff the Bus Campaign has launched! We are partnering with Tacoma Public Schools and local businesses to provide backpacks\, school supplies\, clothing\, and shoes to children in need in Tacoma for the upcoming school year. This is a great way to support local students and give back to your community–check out our video HERE for more information on Stuff the Bus. \nIf you are interested in getting involved\, fill out the form below! We need volunteers to help sort supplies\, stuff backpacks\, and unload and load buses. If you are a business owner\, we are still looking for sponsors who will host supply drives at their businesses. \n\n \n \n Volunteer Interest Form\n \n \n CompanyThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name*\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email*\n \n Phone*Please tell us a bit about yourself and what volunteer opportunity you are interested in.*How did you learn about Communities In Schools?*\n \n Television\n \n \n Radio\n \n \n Newspaper/Magazine\n \n \n Billboard/Transit Ad\n \n \n Online\n \n \n Event\n \n \n Friend/Colleague\n \n \n Other\n Other*Please specify\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2017-stuff-bus-campaign/ ORGANIZER;CN="Communities In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170805T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170805T143000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20170801T220405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170801T220405Z UID:1846-1501923600-1501943400@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Wally's AAA Classic Car Show DESCRIPTION:Join Communities In Schools of Tacoma at Wally’s AAA Classic Car Show! In addition to food\, fun\, music\, raffles (and of course classic cars)\, this event is also an opportunity to learn about safety in our community from our local Police Department. All raffle proceeds during this event will benefit Communities In Schools of Tacoma\, so come out and support our local community! \n  URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/wallys-aaa-classic-car-show/ ORGANIZER;CN="Communities In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170607T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170607T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20170329T160641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170525T155655Z UID:1776-1496835000-1496840400@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2017 Annual Luncheon DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Luncheon at the Hotel Murano on June 7th. The event will highlight how Communities In Schools of Tacoma is Building Our Community through our year-round programs and special events. \nOur Keynote Speaker this year is David Flood\, a youth inspirational speaker who travels the country speaking to teachers\, administrators\, students\, business leaders\, and community members about the important role that the community plays in the life of each child. From his website: \n“David’s narrative as a youth speaker comes first hand; he grew up impacted by addiction in his family; he married and became a father of two children\, his oldest is a special needs son; he is active in his church; he is a hospice volunteer who visits with terminally ill patients; and is on the board of K.I.D.S. Plus\, Inc. a non-profit organization which helps special needs children through sports and other activities. David attends meetings and participates in activities with The Anti-Bias Consortium for Nassau County Schools. He is a member of The Northport-East Northport Drug and Alcohol Task Force. \nDavid’s life teaches him every day about dignity\, understanding\, patience\, forgiveness\, and most of all unconditional love. As a youth motivational speaker David has spoken in 15 states and Canada to over 150\,000 students\, inspiring them to look at people and things in a different way. He speaks with passion and conviction and through his humility\, leaves his audience with so much to think about in their formative years as they move into their future.” \nIndividual tickets and group packages are available now by clicking HERE downloading our RSVP form below. We look forward to seeing you there! URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2017-annual-luncheon/ LOCATION:Hotel Murano\, 1320 Broadway\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161219T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161219T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20161028T174440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20161212T194340Z UID:1681-1482156000-1482163200@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2016 Winter Wish DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/2016-winter-wish/ LOCATION:Communities In Schools of Tacoma\, 2141 S J St\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98405\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Communties In Schools of Tacoma":MAILTO:tmaxwel@tacoma.k12.wa.us END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160601T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160601T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20160404T182234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160513T194308Z UID:795-1464780600-1464786000@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:2016 Annual Luncheon DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/cist-luncheon/ LOCATION:Hotel Murano\, 1320 Broadway\, Tacoma\, WA\, 98402\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160223T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160223T180000 DTSTAMP:20260419T060829 CREATED:20160204T193627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20160204T194825Z UID:1476-1456243200-1456250400@tacoma.ciswa.org SUMMARY:Connecting 4 Students DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Graduate Tacoma\, Associated Ministries\, College Success Foundation\, and various Tacoma Public School departments\, we are hosting a networking event on February 23rd at the Swiss Restaurant and Pub. Join us as we connect with like-minded people to create new partnerships and learn about available resources that will allow us to better serve our Tacoma students. \n \nRegister for this free event HERE. URL:https://tacoma.ciswa.org/event/connecting-4-students/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR