by Grady Chambers | Jan 22, 2025 | General, News, Participant Stories, Participant Stories - 2025
Our Eagles Super Fan and participant, Amira Heep, has been making waves with not one but TWO amazing news features highlighting her role as Game Day Staff for the Philadelphia Eagles! 🦅 Amira was recently featured by Fox 29 and Chestnut Hill Local, where she shared...
by Grady Chambers | Jan 21, 2025 | General, News, Participant Stories, School to Work Transition
There’s nothing like a day of relaxing and bonding with friends, and our Project Career Launch (PCL) students embraced the art of “chill” this past weekend! The group gathered at the Fashion District to watch the new Sonic movie, a fantastic way to build strong...
by Grady Chambers | Jan 16, 2025 | General, News, Participant Stories, Participant Stories - 2025
Give a HUGE round of applause for Alex, who recently had the pleasure of starting an exciting new role in the The School District of Philadelphia!Alex was hired as an Assistant Preschool Teacher, and he’s absolutely loving his new job. Just as importantly, he’s...
by Grady Chambers | Jan 15, 2025 | General, News, Participant Stories, School to Work Transition
We all want to show up sharp to work, and there’s no better place to get fitted out than @thewardrobeorg, who recently hooked up some of our Project Career Launch students with some cool professional attire for upcoming interviews. The Wardrobe is a nonprofit...
by Grady Chambers | Jan 9, 2025 | General, News, Participant Stories, Participant Stories - 2025
It’s a new year, and new journeys are starting for everyone, including longtime CIS participant John, who is celebrating retirement! John retired in October and has since been able to kick back and relax after years of working. John started working...
by Grady Chambers | Jan 6, 2025 | General, News, Participant Stories, Participant Stories - 2025
We had a blast a blast at our annual Holiday Market, featuring one-of-a-kind creations from CIS’s talented Art Works participants. The Market brought CIS staff, participants, family, and friends to our Philadelphia office, where CIS’s Art Works...
by Grady Chambers | Dec 20, 2024 | General, NDEAM, Participant Stories, Participant Stories - 2024
Give it up to one of our participants in Delaware, Da’Mari, who just completed his “Day One” at Arby’s in Delaware. Da’Mari has become the newest addition to Arby’s as a lobby attendant and has enjoyed learning about his new...
by Grady Chambers | Dec 18, 2024 | General, News, Participant Stories, Participant Stories - 2024
1, 2, 3, strike a pose! Check out Julius, who was super proud to show off his work at the Wells Fargo Center the other day after setting up for the Mariah Carey concert! Julius has been working at the Wells Fargo Center since August and has been an instrumental part...
by Grady Chambers | Nov 25, 2024 | General, News, Participant Stories, Participant Stories - 2024
This Philadelphia Eagles season has been a huge ‘W’ for best buddies, Chaz and Tommy, who both work with the Eagles Autism Foundation (EAF). Inspired by Jason Kelce’s celebrity bartending events, Chaz and Tommy got behind the bar on a recent Sunday at...
by Grady Chambers | Nov 1, 2024 | General, News, Participant Stories
A spooky good time was had this Halloween here at CIS, and some of our staff and participants had a wonderful time dressing up in fun costumes. From “Where’s Waldo?” to “The Nightmare Before Christmas”, everyone was super creative in...
by Grady Chambers | Oct 30, 2024 | General, NDEAM, News, Participant Stories - 2024
Remember our recent visit to Networks for Training & Development’s Annual Planning Luncheon? We had the pleasure of creating a special video showcasing Anthony’s inspiring journey. Check it out to see what sparks his creativity, learn how he made the...
by Grady Chambers | Oct 16, 2024 | General, NDEAM, Participant Stories - 2024
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and a key part of ensuring “Good Jobs for All” is by connecting youth with disabilities to work-prep resources as early as possible. Meet Frank, a CIS participant and a full time employee at Kalan LP. We...
