Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Here are our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about service with City Year Seattle/King County.
Read the storyCity Year’s attendance and time-off policies are in place to ensure we are fulfilling our commitments to the community.
Read the storyWe are so excited to have you here! From beautiful parks and beaches to museums and art galleries, Seattle is…
Read the storyTopics include: Commuting in Seattle Transportation benefit Using your ORCA card Commuting in Seattle Taking public transit Buses: Buses…
Read the storyTopics include: Why do we wear uniforms? Uniform pieces Do I have to wear the uniform every day? When will…
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This blog was updated in January 2024 to reflect the School District of Philadelphia’s changing literacy curriculum. AmeriCorps members at…
Read the storyMartin Luther King Jr. Day of Service reminds us of mentorship and leading while contributing to others’ success.
Read the storyFor the third year in a row, City Year Detroit and Starbucks teamed up to honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s…
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First-Year ACM Taryn Painter (back row, second from left) with her Kensington High School team. To support AmeriCorps members, City…
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“Everyone can be great because everyone can serve.” – Martin Luther King Jr. City Year San Antonio was honored…
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Serving with City Year can help lay the foundation for a career in social work. Learn more about service with…
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Starting a service year with City Year, I was nervous about what the experience would be like. Now that I’ve…
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