Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.

How AmeriCorps members support and engage students during the pandemic by listening and learning
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Each year, many of our AmeriCorps members relocate to cities across the country to begin service. We know that this…
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Connect with your service year advisor, join virtual engagement sessions, learn more about your new community, and complete your onboarding…
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Amari has learned to lead with empathy throughout his two years of service with City Year AmeriCorps. Learn more about…
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The circle has intrigued brilliant minds and more recently helped NASA explore Mars! Learn more about Pi and how it…
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Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.
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Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.
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Help students connect with one another during distance learning by discovering new stories and increased literacy on March 2, Read…
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Learn more about City Year’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.
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Our City Year AmeriCorps members serve in schools to promote educational equity as student success coaches. Learn more about service…
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While service looks different at each of City Year’s 29 U.S. sites during COVID-19, connecting with students remains the priority…
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Impact Managers are an integral part of the City Year experience and offer Corps members support and build trusting relationships…
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