LaToya Montague

Executive Director

LaToya believes that students rise and fall to the expectations that are set for them and strongly believes that educators should hold each student accountable to his or her potential. “The higher our standard the higher they will reach,” she touts. She is passionate about unlocking student potential and challenging them to reach beyond their immediate grasp. Communities In Schools of Wake County’s (CIS Wake) Executive Director, LaToya Montague, has dedicated her 20-year professional career in youth development with the organization.

LaToya was one of CIS Wake’s first scholarship recipients. While pursuing a BS in Business Management at NC State University, LaToya volunteered at the CIS Wake learning center located within the public housing community where she grew up. Upon graduating with honors, she began her tenure with CIS Wake and has served in almost every major role within the organization. LaToya was honored as the CIS national alumnae of the year by receiving the 2018 Tomas Carreon and Alonso Guillén Distinguished Service Award.

LaToya, a Raleigh native, is the proud parent of two CIS Wake Alumni In Motion, Ty and Tatyana, a senior at NC A&T and 2020 graduate of Athens Drive High School respectively.

Fun Fact: LaToya is Karaoke Queen and the Game Night Terminator. Pick any song or any game and she will take you to task!!

Testimonials

As the son of a public school educator, the value of education opportunities for all children was always of great importance. My professional connections with CIS Wake co-founders, Glenn Williams and Alex Holmes, introduced me to CIS, but the mission and the people hooked me.

Mark Larson

Board Member

I want to be a part of the solution of empowering and providing resources to help students fulfill
their goals and dreams.

Trey Jones

Board Member

“We can improve [student] attendance by helping them find a dream to chase.”

Chris Evans

Board Member

CIS Wake is committed to improving the lives and future of each student it touches. I am proud to have had the opportunity to be a part of such an illustrious history.

Cathy Thomas-Jones

Certified Educator

Communities In Schools of Wake County has played a significant role in my life. The organization has supported me in several ways from elementary school to my masters degree. The dedication and commitment of the network is unmatched. I am proud to be a board member and honored that I have the opportunity to pay it forward.

Chantel

Alumni In Motion, Board

Come with me to the learning center…they can help you get smarter.

Anthony

CIS Wake Student

The more knowledge we have, the better. Please volunteer with Communities In Schools because any lessons you can teach would be welcomed. Give all you can, even if it’s just a little.

Alshanice

Former CIS Wake Student