Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.
In the midst of the many challenges of COVID, one bright spot for City Year has been the opportunity for…
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Going out to the yard, playing with the kiddos, and connecting with students makes me feel closer to them and…
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The first two weeks of in-person/hybrid service were definitely challenging as I juggled teaching students virtually and in the classroom….
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Five Star Bank has been a long-time supporter of City Year Sacramento and this year chose to make a deeper…
Read the storyCity Year Sacramento is grateful to have a strong and ongoing partnership with Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). They have…
Read the storyAlthough I completed my service with City Year from 2014-2016, it remains one of the most supportive and encouraging networks…
Read the storyBrain breaks are half-hour sessions led by ACMs and provide a fun, non-academic space for students to hang out and…
Read the storyWhile our ability to gather has been curtailed, it has not stopped our partners from stepping up to make a…
Read the storyI applied for City Year senior year of college, knowing that I eventually wanted to go to graduate school to…
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While my intentions are to pursue a career in education, this networking event pushed me to reflect on the wide…
Read the storyThis month, the Earl Warren team has put together a virtual game room for our school as an incentive for…
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I hope to serve the students to the best of my abilities, give them the resources they need to succeed,…
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My name is Mack and I was the Team Leader at St. HOPE from 2018-2019. I now work at UC…
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