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

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Mentoring students: a two-way street

July 31, 2017

City Year Providence AmeriCorps alumnus Justin Roias knows firsthand how positive relationships with caring adults can help children succeed as…

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MLK Day: Making a difference to 3,000 Chicago students

January 19, 2017

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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Champion Profile: Dr. Darienne Driver

May 19, 2016

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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Preparing for life after City Year

March 11, 2016

Being a City Year AmeriCorps member is not only a transformative opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives…

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City Year Columbia FAQs

July 24, 2014

How can I get around without a car? What’s it like to serve in Columbia? We answer all your top…

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