Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
City Year San José/Silicon Valley spoke with Dr. Robert Balfanz about the importance of social-emotional learning in order for students…
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When I joined City Year in Fall 2016, I was unsure what to expect. Months before, I finished my last…
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Hundreds of City Year AmeriCorps members decide to become teachers after their year of service. We are doing more to…
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Though this part of the City Year experience may be particularly challenging, it’s also normal! And we want you to…
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As an activist and equity strategist, Emerald has committed her life’s work to both finding joy and the liberation of…
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This Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we’re highlighting four Latinx members of our community that inspire us and exemplify City Year values…
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City Year is on a learning journey to approach our research with an equity lens. Here’s what we have learned…
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Left: Lisa Parladé’s current headshot. Right: Lisa and some of her fellow AmeriCorps members from the Morrison School Team at…
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Teachers and students know what they need this year—let’s listen to their feedback and insights to help guide our work…
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Our school partners are clear: they want flexibility; academic and social-emotional support for their students; and help creating positive learning…
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Whether serving with City Year, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…
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By Kate Seltzer, City Year Boston AmeriCorps member ’21 “You are my other me. When I do harm to you,…
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