Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Establishing a Student Success Corps would help increase capacity in systemically under-resourced schools and help improve student engagement and graduation…
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As an activist and equity strategist, Emerald has committed her life’s work to both finding joy and the liberation of…
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We’re pleased to share our annual report, a look back at our work in 2019-2020—a year of challenge, learning and…
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Whether serving with City Year, working on a political campaign, or his new role as a presidential appointee—Brandon is committed…
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Throughout the pandemic, City Year’s Network for School Improvement has helped educators find new ways to prioritize the well-being of…
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“The structure of City Year is something that I try to bring into not only my classroom, but my personal…
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The challenges of COVID-19 showed how essential student success coaches can be. AmeriCorps members collaborated with teachers and communities to…
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Learn more about Dre Thomas, a City Year alum who is constantly pushing the envelope and expanding the reach and…
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Anthony Lawrence is an impact manager for City Year Kansas City, guiding and supporting a team of City Year AmeriCorps…
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Get ready to put your digital #NosesOn to help Red Nose Day raise funds that support students, teachers and AmeriCorps…
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City Year alums make a difference in their communities and careers long after their year or two of service is…
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This has been a hard year. During the pandemic, we have each navigated uncertainty and loss and, at the same…
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