About SparkWheel

In the quest for success in academics and life, many students face daunting obstacles with limited resources. That's where SparkWheel comes in. For more than 25 years, schools and families have counted on us to remove barriers, fill gaps, and be personal champions to help students thrive. Our trustworthy, passionate staff work inside schools alongside community partners to do everything we can to help students reach their full potential.

SparkWheel serves more than 30,000 students in Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Iowa.

Through the Integrated Student Supports framework, we help to support students’ academic and non-academic needs, resulting in an increased sense of well-being and greater success in school.

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Our History

1995

Communities In Schools of Kansas was established to help local Kansas students break through barriers that impact their education, safety, and ability to succeed in life.

2007

CIS of Kansas gains new leadership and new standards, changing the way that services and supports are delivered to students.

2014

Extended our services to include supporting students and families in Iowa, Missouri and Oklahoma Schools, becoming Communities In Schools of Mid-America.

2023

Reborn as SparkWheel to better reflect the power and passion we bring to solving student struggles.

OUR VISION

A world where barriers do not stand in the way of possibilities.

OUR MISSION

The mission of SparkWheel is to remove barriers and provide those we serve with the tools and resources they need to thrive, now and into the future.

OUR IMPACT

SparkWheel enables promising futures.

Who We

SERVE

Bar graph detailing ages of students SparkWheel serves

The SparkWheel

WAY

Igniting student success is a way of life at SparkWheel. We walk the talk—and we don’t stop short of success. We meet students where they are and walk alongside them, removing barriers along the way.

We put them first, and we don’t quit.

Tenacious

Students and families know they can count on us to be there when times are tough.

Brave

We courageously advocate for students and walk with them through dark circumstances.

Optimistic

We bring levity, joy, and hospitality to every situation.

Compassionate

We’re inclusive, empathetic nurturers who understand the toll of trauma. We are a beacon of safety and security.

Trustworthy

We provide safe and judgment-free support for our students and their families.

Meet Our Leadership Team