Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.
City Year’s impact as told by Brandan, a student who was directly served by City Year in a classroom in…
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“Good morning, Mr. Aligada!” Dee shouted as he skipped towards me across the Meyer Elementary School courtyard. I responded back, “Good…
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In April, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt announced a partnership with City Year to launch HMH Classroom Corps, a unique multi-tiered program…
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Support from Red Nose Day has allowed City Year to meet and work with talented and hardworking students in locations…
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In January 2018, City Year Senior Vice President of Team Leadership Stephen Spaloss was invited to speak at a Mental…
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In November 2017, Westgate Resorts Foundation announced its investment of $1 million in grants for various nonprofits in Central Florida to continue its Strong Families, Strong Workforce…
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Maddie DeLong built a number of special relationships with students during her service year as a City Year Cleveland AmeriCorps…
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City Year Providence AmeriCorps alumnus Justin Roias knows firsthand how positive relationships with caring adults can help children succeed as…
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Comcast Cares Day is more than just a service day for Comcast NBCUniversal employees and partners. It’s a day to…
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This year, City Year Chicago’s Civic Engagement team organized a spectacular day of service at the Marie Curie Metropolitan High…
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The themes of mentorship and education have shaped both Diana Davis Spencer’s life and the areas of focus for her…
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Dr. Darienne Driver has led Wisconsin’s largest school district since she was appointed in 2014 at age 36, making her…
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