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Our stories

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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Paolo Aligada gives double thumbs-up while standing in front of a whiteboard covered in lesson plan strategies.
Our Impact
Our students have so much to offer and teach us.
June 28, 2018

In the same way City Year San José/Silicon Valley AmeriCorps members serve students, our students have so much to offer and teach…

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Our Impact
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and City Year Partnership

In April, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt announced a partnership with City Year to launch HMH Classroom Corps, a unique multi-tiered program…

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Benefits & Resources
Joining City Year out of high school

Seabron Stewart served when he was 18 years old, immediately following high school. Here, he shares his experience as the…

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Red Nose Day and City Year AmeriCorps
Our Impact
Making a difference to the students that need us most
May 23, 2018

Support from Red Nose Day has allowed City Year to meet and work with talented and hardworking students in locations…

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Our Impact
Breaking through “the code”: 5 steps for unlocking success in young people
May 22, 2018

In January 2018, City Year Senior Vice President of Team Leadership Stephen Spaloss was invited to speak at a Mental…

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A close up of the AmeriCorps logo patch on the City Year jacket.
Benefits & Resources
6 universities that stretch your Segal Education Award
April 30, 2018

Hundreds of universities across the U.S. accept the Segal Education Award. Our University Partners like to help you maximize your…

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members of the Universal Orlando Resort Human Resources take a group picture with the Orlando corps
Benefits & Resources
Universal Orlando Supports AmeriCorps Member Professional Development
March 20, 2018

On March 20, 2018, members of the Universal Orlando Resort Human Resources team visited City Year Orlando. Universal Orlando team…

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Benefits & Resources
The Benefits of a City Year AmeriCorps Member
March 19, 2018

Here’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their City Year journey and beyond.

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Benefits & Resources
Why we love Miami
February 23, 2018

There are 354,172 students in Miami who need and deserve our support. You could be part of an AmeriCorps team that…

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Benefits & Resources
4 tips for making the best first impression through your job application
February 12, 2018

Here are a few tips from the members of City Year’s Talent Acquisition team that will help you confidently craft…

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blueberry oatmeal and coffee
Benefits & Resources
Living on a stipend: quick, healthy and affordable meals
February 9, 2018

Still, a healthy meal is important for your wellbeing and productivity.  From breakfast to dinner here are some quick, delicious…

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City Year alumni in a classroom with students working at their desks in the background
Benefits & Resources
You will grow beyond belief – making career moves at City Year Boston’s 18 Minute Networking
January 23, 2018

As graduation edges near the horizon of the service year, our City Year AmeriCorps members are planning for their next…

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National Strategic Partners
National Partners