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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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The benefits of a high school degree

October 23, 2019

$10,386. Statistics from a 2012 Frontline PBS article show that if you drop out of high school chances are that…

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The Corps

My Gap Year: The corner of passion and discovery

December 3, 2018

Taking a gap year in national service can supply valuable experiences that allow City Year AmeriCorps members to discover and…

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The Corps

Why I’m fired up to serve with City Year San Antonio

October 15, 2018

Meioshia grew up in San Antonio, and this year decided to return to her home city to serve other students…

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