Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.
As Black History Month comes to a close, we want to highlight some of the ways our students, AmeriCorps members,…
Read the storyBrain breaks are half-hour sessions led by ACMs and provide a fun, non-academic space for students to hang out and…
Read the storyIn honor of Black History Month, City Year AmeriCorps member Aysia-Marie Perkins sat down virtually with our Board Co-Chair Mattie…
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In celebration of Black History Month, we are featuring our incredible alumni, modern day heroes who continue to change the world. Keep reading to get to…
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Karli, Eric and I were very excited and thankful to get to speak with Egypt Worthy over Microsoft Teams on…
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Learn more about City Year’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.
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Our City Year AmeriCorps members serve in schools to promote educational equity as student success coaches. Learn more about service…
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Employees at Willis Towers Watson held a school supplies drive to benefit Sullivan and Harding students, resulting in donations of…
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Karli, Eric, Molly and I were very thankful for Amy taking time out of her busy schedule to speak with…
Read the storyWhile our ability to gather has been curtailed, it has not stopped our partners from stepping up to make a…
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City Year Philly staff and AmeriCorps members Egypt Worthy (top left), Grant Draughn (top right), Kylie Brazil (bottom left), and…
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This blog started as a commentary on my job search after City Year. When I graduated from college last year,…
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