Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
A City Year year of service comes with professional development opportunities, deeply rooted camaraderie, and a rich opportunity to change…
Read the storyAt City Year San Jose/Silicon Valley, we are incredibly proud of our Alumni and strive to provide a continued…
Read the storyCity Year’s “Why We Matter” podcast explores the vital role of education and mentorship in helping students to thrive in…
Read the storyHughey Newsome joined the City Year Detroit Board in 2024 and is already a big asset to our organization. Hughey…
Read the storyCity Year’s “Why We Matter” podcast explores the vital role of education and mentorship in empowering young people. Through interviews…
Read the storyIf you speak with an alum of an historically Black college or university (HBCU) about their experience, you’ll quickly learn…
Read the storyStudent Success Coach Riya Sembhi (pictured front row, right, with her Sullivan Elementary team) shares her experiences serving a gap…
Read the storyCelebrating & Honoring LGBTTQIAP+ Pride Month with a Personal Reflection from Virgil Emily, Student Success Coach for City Year…
Read the storyThis summer, City Year AmeriCorps Members (ACMs) in San Jose/East Palo Alto will begin working with ClassGenius to understand Generative AI’s potential…
Read the storyThe City Year Alumni Leadership Awards, presented by Truist, are City Year’s highest alumni recognition. The awards recognize outstanding alums…
Read the storyBuilding and maintaining strong, trusting and consistent relationships with the students we serve (also called developmental relationships) is a cornerstone…
Read the storyDerrick Rainey wears many hats. He’s the current mayor of Wrightsville, Arkansas; a youth pastor; the small business coordinator for…
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