Elizabeth M. Stowers 10708 Savoy Road
North Chesterfield
23235 elizabeth.stowers128@gmail.com • 804-874-3330 PROFILE: A knowledgeable and motivated human services professional with 15+ years of experience with nonprofit and educational organizations including case management
outcome-based data collection
and nurturing community partnerships to impact the lives of children in the Commonwealth of Virginia. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE: Communities In Schools of Chesterfield (CISC)
Chesterfield
VA December 2016-Present Site Coordinator
Bensley Elementary and Bellwood Elementary School Implementation of the CIS Model in conducting a Needs Assessment and School Site Plan to help prioritize the needs of students
families
and staff. Delivered Evidence-Based Programming to help foster healthy interventions to improve academics
attendance
and behavior. Case managed over 10% of the school population
thus adhering to local and national accreditation standards. Monitored and adjusted School Support Plan goals and Student Support Plan goals using data collection and data entry into the CIS Data Management System (CISDM). Utilized SIIP data to drive recruitment of new partners and volunteers to help achieve school goals. Trained
coordinated
and managed all volunteers
mentors
and partners connected to the school. Led and managed the Student Support Team (SST) weekly to help implement student supports and interventions to improve student achievement in academics
attendance
and behavior. Led and managed the Bellwood Attendance Team (BAT) weekly to help implement student and family interventions. Led special projects at Bellwood Elementary School including Bellwood Community Clothes Closet
Bellwood Community Food Pantry
Bellwood Angel Tree Program
Conexus Vision Services
Teacher Appreciation Celebrations
United Way Annual Giving Campaign
and Balanced-Calendar Round Table Discussions. Communities In Schools of Virginia (CISVA)
Richmond
VA July 2012-December 2016 Assistant Director of Replication and Special Projects Guided new affiliates to open new CIS programming at school-based sites. Worked with local affiliates to ensure accurate reporting processes and assisted them in developing their competence in the use of the CISDM. Assisted affiliates in the development of all CIS required plans
including; Strategic Plans
Annual Operation Plans
and School and Student Support Plans. Provided training and technical assistance to both established and emerging CIS affiliates. Worked closely with local affiliates to ensure compliance with CIS Total Quality System standards and indicators. Provided day-to-day support and direction in the overall operations of CIS of Virginia. Acted as the liaison between local affiliates and the CIS of Virginia State Office. Acted as the liaison between the CIS of Virginia State Office and CIS National Office. Communities In Schools of Richmond (CISR)
Richmond
VA June 2008-July 2012 Services Coordinator
ACDC Performance Learning Center Provided leadership for planning
implementing
and monitoring of CIS-related activities. Ensured youth and their families were connected to integrated support services within the coordinated Communities In Schools model of high-quality
comprehensive programming. Worked with the principal
staff
service providers
and volunteers at the CIS site to address the identified needs of the school and students. Developed and monitored the implementation of the CIS of Richmond School Support Plan
related program budgets
and was responsible for following financial accountability procedures. Engaged parents
volunteers
and community partners to support program planning and acted as an advocate for students to encourage program participation and student achievement. Served as CIS Data Management Trainer for Performance Learning Center (PLC) Summer Institutes and CIS National Office. Richmond Behavioral Health Authority
Richmond
VA August 2005-June 2008 Children’s Case Manager Assessed
monitored
and advocated for consumers and their families. Maintained accurate documentation to meet standards of licensure and Medicaid. Managed a caseload of 50-75 children. Met monthly and quarterly deadlines which followed protocols set by the agency. Developed relationships with children and families to best be able to provide individualized interventions more effectively. Communities In Schools of Richmond
Richmond
VA April 2004-August 2005 Site Coordinator Acquired an understanding of the CIS comprehensive school model for program implementation. Responsible for overseeing activities at assigned network schools. Provided supervision to CIS repositioned staff. Managed the planning
implementation
and monitoring of CIS volunteers. Provided outcome-based data to the local affiliate and CIS National office. PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS: Various trainings to include: Strengthening Connections
Collaborative for Academic
Social
and Emotional Learning (CASEL)
Compassion Fatigue Resiliency for Educators and School Communities Engage Every Family with Dr. Steven M. Constantino Fostering Attachment Creating Trauma-Sensitive Schools 3-part CCPS PBIS Training Human Trafficking: Safeguarding Our Youth DESSA Appointed to the CIS of Virginia Learning and Development Work Group - 2020-2021 Communities In Schools National Site Coordinator Learning Pathway - November 2014 CCPS Superintendents “Game Changer Award”- December 2019 Communities In Schools National Program Director Learning Pathway - May 2016 SKILLS: Strong and practical knowledge of the CIS model and mission. Proficient in the CIS National Total Quality Standards (TQS) and its relationship to local and state affiliates. Expert in CIS Data Management data entry and reporting. Proficient in Devereux Student Strengths Assessment - DESSA. Proficient with Excel
Windows
Microsoft Word
and PowerPoint. 2022 Skill Certificate in Google Docs
Google Calendar
Gmail
and Google Chrome. Strong organizational
written
and communication skills. Works well independently and in a team environment. EDUCATION: Elon University – 1997-2001 Bachelor of Arts: Human Services Minor: Psychology