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

National Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month is the perfect time to celebrate representation as we work toward a more equitable…
Read the storyMy name is Angel Rodriguez, and I proudly serve on the Valero AmeriCorps team at Lanier High School. I want…
Read the storyCity Year San Antonio hosted our annual Opening Day, on Thursday, September 19th at the San Antonio Zoo. Our new 51 AmeriCorps members have dedicated so…
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UPCOMING EVENTS At City Year, we believe students can reach their full potential as learners and leaders if they have…
Read the storyIn August, City Year San Jose/Silicon Valley embarked upon a retreat to Happy Valley Conference and Retreat Center in Santa…
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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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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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Hughey Newsome joined the City Year Detroit Board in 2024 and is already a big asset to our organization. Hughey…
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Principal Jasmin Gomez advocated for City Year to serve at San Jose Elementary School. At the end of our first…
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