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

September is Attendance Awareness Month, and our partner Attendance Works is providing several new resources for families and educators aimed…
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At City Year Los Angeles (CYLA), we are deeply committed to helping Los Angeles students achieve their goals, and we…
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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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In August, our AmeriCorps Members (ACMs) embarked upon a learning experience from key communities who are deeply rooted in the…
Read the storyService impacts each AmeriCorps member differently. Learn directly from three City Year Seattle/King County alumni about how service has framed…
Read the storyDear Champions of City Year Los Angeles, Across Los Angeles schools, a sense of excitement, anticipation, and yes, perhaps some…
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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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Have some burning questions before applying to serve with City Year? Find those answers here!
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Ashwini has over 7 years of experience in the education non-profit sector, where she designed and facilitated curriculums and learning…
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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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Hughey Newsome joined the City Year Detroit Board in 2024 and is already a big asset to our organization. Hughey…
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