Communities In Schools of Houston hosts Stay in School Gala to support students in the greater Houston area

Chaired by philanthropists Whitney and Marc Lawson and Lexi and Mike Marek, Communities In Schools of Houston hosts its 2023 Stay in School Gala on Thursday, March 30 at The Post Oak Hotel. The magical evening supporting the valuable and impactful work of Communities In Schools of Houston begins at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail hour, then dinner and the program. Rounding out the event is live entertainment by the renowned Austin-based band The Spazmatics, including dancing.

Funds raised from the CIS Stay in School Gala will support the CIS mission to surround students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life. Currently serving 173 campuses across Greater Houston, CIS places at least one full-time CIS Student Support Manager on each partner campus to deliver comprehensive direct services including counseling, academic support and health and human services.

CIS also provides students with tailored referrals to community resources. Whether a student needs someone to talk to, healthcare services, school supplies, or a safe place to live, CIS is there to help. Additionally, the Mental Health Initiative, started 10 years ago, offers mental health and behavioral interventions throughout school campuses.

WHEN: Thursday, March 30, 6:30 p.m.

ATTIRE: ROYGBIV/Rainbow/Primary Colors, Cocktail

WHERE: The Post Oak Hotel

1600 W Loop South, Houston, TX 77027

CHAIRS: Whitney and Marc Lawson, Lexi and Mike Marek

TICKETS: Individual tickets start at $500, and tables for 10 range from $5,000 (Tutors level) through $50,000 (Superintendent level). Underwriting opportunities are still available.

FOR MORE: https://www.cishouston.org/cis-of-houston-2023-gala