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

Literacy is the ability to read and write, but what does growing student literacy for elementary, middle or high school…
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National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS) supplies schools with additional ‘people power’ to help reengage students.
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City Year can support AmeriCorps members develop skills they need to help prepare them for a career.
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Prepare for the first day of school with these five tips that City Year AmeriCorps members use to start the…
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Storytelling helps students make meaning of the world around them. Find out ways to help them share their voice!
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Looking for a way to maximize your Segal Education Award? You should think about serving with us in Los Angeles…
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A City Year staff member shares how she uses baking to connect, tell stories and work through life’s toughest moments…
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Here are a few tips from the members of City Year’s Talent Acquisition team—the people who facilitate the hiring process…
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Looking to start a career in nonprofits after service? Here are five nonprofits that love to hire City Year alums!
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We encourage AmeriCorps members to reflect how they have also personally grown and stay connected with each other after graduation…
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We’re sharing our new research and learning agenda and our journey to embrace an equity-focused approach as we seek to…
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Not sure what you want to do after service? With City Year, you’ll receive the support you need to create…
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