Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
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 challenges of COVID-19 showed how essential student success coaches can be. AmeriCorps members collaborated with teachers and communities to…
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Vanessa is a 3rd year City Year Corps member with a wonderful perspective on supporting her community. Learn more about…
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National service like City Year will be more important than ever for young adults navigating a changing and recovering labor…
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Here are four ways we work to support City Year AmeriCorps member wellbeing and mental health during their service year…
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Alum Claire Dempsey shares her experience of taking a gap year before college to do City Year.
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How AmeriCorps members support and engage students during the pandemic by listening and learning
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Amari has learned to lead with empathy throughout his two years of service with City Year AmeriCorps. Learn more about…
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Explore seven cities where we have a need for extraordinary young people to serve and mentor students.
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Hidden figures: The corps of young people helping build stronger educational networks.
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Learn more about City Year’s emphasis on mentorship. Becoming a good mentor takes practice, listening and reflection.
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Our City Year AmeriCorps members serve in schools to promote educational equity as student success coaches. Learn more about service…
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