Strong Teachers.
Stronger Futures.
Great educators are the foundation of student success. To help them stay, grow, and lead, they need support – now more than ever.
Investing in Those Who Make a Difference
Teachers and principals in CISE-supported schools create safe, nurturing spaces where students thrive. But with a growing teacher shortage – especially in urban communities – recruiting and retaining top talent is an urgent challenge.
As the pay gap between public and private schools widens, many passionate educators face difficult choices. CISE helps close the gap through performance-based and retention bonuses, ensuring strong leaders stay where they make the greatest impact: in the classroom.
Why It Matters
Student success starts with teacher stability. When educators stay, students gain trust, consistency, and stronger academic growth. CISE works to recruit, develop, retain, and reward top-tier educators who are deeply committed to the CISE mission and making a lasting impact.
“More than anything, I want to thank you for your commitment to teacher retention! This coming school year is the first in three years that we will be fully staffed. This means so much to our student success. I truly believe that part of the reason we are retaining teachers is because of your financial commitment to keeping them.”
Jen Long - Principal St. Lawrence