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

Last year, while on my lunch break, I texted my mother a question: “How did you learn in school?” My…
Read the storyPicture this, scrawny Shelby with her nearly black hair long enough to sit on, scooted up as close as possible…
Read the storyClick here to view a larger version of our organizational chart City Year San Antonio’s organizational chart gives you an…
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National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS) supplies schools with additional ‘people power’ to help reengage students.
Read the storyCity Year Detroit is thrilled to welcome Roz Blanck, a long-time volunteer in the community, as the newest…
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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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UPCOMING EVENTS At City Year, we believe students can reach their full potential as learners and leaders if they have…
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KICKING OFF ANOTHER YEAR OF SERVICE! City Year Orlando celebrates the AmeriCorps members committing a year of service to Orlando…
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Your ballot counts! Help City Year bring together educators to discuss how to prioritize anti-racist research strategies in education.
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Prepare for the first day of school with these five tips that City Year AmeriCorps members use to start the…
Read the storyOur vision is that City Year Miami’s staff and AmeriCorps members are a community of life-long learners with the passion,…
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What are the two important dates to remember? The first one is the day you were born and the second,…
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