Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Working at City Year, we give so much of ourselves to a cause we truly believe in. This is why…
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On Monday, January 21, frigid winter temperatures were no match for nearly 1,000 volunteers who turned out for City Year…
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Starting the City Year experience, the thing I was most looking forward to being involved in was Leadership Lunch. I…
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We’re all settling down after recess. The hands on the clock hit 12:35 p.m. and four students stand up, each…
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City Year AmeriCorps member Matthew Valenzuela, a product of selfless LAUSD educators, now proudly serves at his alma mater, Stevenson…
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Believe or not, I used to really hate running. Running was a constant reminder for me of all the things…
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City Year AmeriCorps member Jessica Lazaro proudly follows her two sisters’ lead: being a compassionate, dependable and nurturing mentor for students.
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On Sept. 25th we celebrated Opening Day with Los Angeles Unified Board President Monica Garcia and Assembly member Miguel Santiago,…
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Here are six great apps that are sure to put some extra cash in your pocket and a smile on…
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As states implement their ESSA plans, there is an opportunity to think creatively about strategies to address teacher shortages. One…
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There are so many great reasons to live in Columbus, including more than 300 festivals every year, beautiful parks, big…
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We are fired up and back in schools! For many City Year AmeriCorps members, their first year of service is…
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