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

Yes, the holiday season can be stressful—making travel plans, wrapping up work before winter break, figuring out what gifts to…
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Every year, thousands of young people decide to join AmeriCorps programs for a year (or more!) of service, helping 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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September is Attendance Awareness Month, and our partner Attendance Works is providing several new resources for families and educators aimed…
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So, you’re about to start your first year as a tutor, mentor or student success coach, working closely with K-12…
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City Year AmeriCorps members make great mentors for the students we serve. Learn more about what it takes to be…
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Learn what it’s like to serve at City Year and what to expect at the start of service. City Year…
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City Year’s “Why We Matter” podcast explores the vital role of education and mentorship in helping students to thrive in…
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City Year’s “Why We Matter” podcast explores the vital role of education and mentorship in empowering young people. Through interviews…
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A new research project, the City Year Alumni Bridging Study, explores how the national service program AmeriCorps prepares young people…
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City Year’s innovative teacher pathway program is helping to address two of the biggest challenges facing public education today: teacher…
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Here are four ways we work to support City Year AmeriCorps member wellbeing and mental health during their service year…
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