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

Literacy is the ability to read and write, but what does growing student literacy for elementary, middle or high school…
Read the storyPicture this, scrawny Shelby with her nearly black hair long enough to sit on, scooted up as close as possible…
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National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS) supplies schools with additional ‘people power’ to help reengage students.
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City Year can support AmeriCorps members develop skills they need to help prepare them for a career.
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Your ballot counts! Help City Year bring together educators to discuss how to prioritize anti-racist research strategies in education.
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Prepare for the first day of school with these five tips that City Year AmeriCorps members use to start the…
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City Year San Antonio’s first-ever Principal Summit On Wednesday, July 13th, City Year San Antonio had the privilege to present…
Read the storyIn 2022-2023, City Year Miami is celebrating its 15th Birthday and we’re so excited to be going #backtobasics! Join us…
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Storytelling helps students make meaning of the world around them. Find out ways to help them share their voice!
Read the storyCity Year San Antonio hosted its annual Ripples of Hope event, Thursday, May 12th at the Witte Museum. Ripples of…
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Looking for a way to maximize your Segal Education Award? You should think about serving with us in Los Angeles…
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Left: Randy in his current role as Assistant Principal of Instruction at Simon Gratz High School. Right: Randy with a…
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