Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.
We’re all settling down after recess. The hands on the clock hit 12:35 p.m. and four students stand up, each…
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In 2008, several schools in Los Angeles were deemed “drop out factories.” Despite this label, a dedicated group of teachers challenged…
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Growing up in South Central Los Angeles, I witnessed a lot in my community: teen pregnancy, homelessness, drug addiction. It scared…
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On Sept. 25th we celebrated Opening Day with Los Angeles Unified Board President Monica Garcia and Assembly member Miguel Santiago,…
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Here are six great apps that are sure to put some extra cash in your pocket and a smile on…
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There are so many great reasons to live in Columbus, including more than 300 festivals every year, beautiful parks, big…
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We are fired up and back in schools! For many City Year AmeriCorps members their first year of service is…
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City Year Orlando Americorps members serving at Oak Ridge High School will proudly wear the Heart of Florida United Way…
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City Year Orlando is proud to be selected as a recipient of The Starbucks Foundation’s 2018 Opportunity for All grant,…
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We are thankful for SeaWorld Orlando, who joined a group of committed community organizations as an AmeriCorps Member Experience Partner…
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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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City Year impact manager and alum collects and shares advice from senior AmeriCorps members for future corp members.
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