Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
One way educators can better support LGBTQQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, Asexual, plus) youth and youth of…
Read the storyTutoring and teamwork are two key components to City Year. As a City Year AmeriCorps member, we serve as tutors…
Read the storyAs states implement their ESSA plans, there is an opportunity to think creatively about strategies to address teacher shortages. One…
Read the storyReggie and Gerardo sat down for a conversation with each other to reflect on their year of service and how…
Read the storyThree decades of youth development work taught us that to support the success of our students, many of whom face…
Read the storyBetween the thriving arts community, incredible history, gorgeous parks and delicious eats, Providence, Rhode Island is the place to be.
Read the storyChange is not made all at once. It builds gradually over time – one person, one student, one client at…
Read the storyWe can meet students where they are by putting the theories surrounding social-emotional learning into practice, particularly by building lasting…
Read the storyLearn more about this City Year AmeriCorps member’s journey from a national service gap year to consulting and how they…
Read the storyHaving caring adults who challenge students, while being supportive and encouraging, can make all the difference in educational success.
Read the storyKarinne Caisse, City Year Sacramento Team Leader, shares how the tools and trainings that City Year provided help her navigate…
Read the storyA 2017 study found that having just one black teacher in elementary school (third, fourth or fifth grade) reduced the…
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