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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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City Year promotes welcoming spaces
October 11, 2023

In honor of National Coming Out Day, City Year is reasserting our desire to create welcoming spaces where we work…

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National Coming Out Day
October 10, 2023

We hear the phrase often. It is a cliché of the sort, but there still is some truth to it….

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Creating impact, one event at a time: Behind the scenes with CYP’s Civic Engagement team
October 5, 2023

Keimahney Carlisle (pictured fourth, red jacket) writes about her experiences serving on City Year Philadelphia’s 2022-23 Civic Engagement team.  …

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Learn about a partnership to support students
October 4, 2023

A recently issued report from the National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS) shows a dramatic increase in the number of…

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The Corps
5 Lessons from My City Year Experience
September 19, 2023

I used to think I was a pretty reflective person, pondering things and questioning takeaways from people and experiences. Little…

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The Corps
Embracing Change and Growth: My City Year Basic Training Academy Journey

At City Year Basic Training Academy (BTA), I encountered many remarkable experiences that contributed to profound personal and professional growth….

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Serving as a City Year student success coach
September 12, 2023

Earlier this year, we sat down with several City Year Los Angeles AmeriCorps members and alumni and asked them two…

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Education
Igniting Passion for Literacy: Reflecting on International Literacy Day
September 7, 2023

International Literacy Day is celebrated each year on September 8 to promote literacy’s importance on the personal and community level….

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Education
Empowering Young Readers: City Year Little Rock’s Mission in K-2 Classrooms

In the heart of Little Rock, Arkansas, a powerful initiative is taking root to transform the future of education and…

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The Corps
From Tragedy to Action: AmeriCorps Member Confronts the Silent Epidemic of Gun Violence Among Young People
September 1, 2023

Imagine seeing a loved one for the first time in a long time. High spirits and good energy filled the…

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Three tips to connect with students this fall
August 31, 2023

Have you ever felt vulnerable or insecure when walking into a new environment? Especially at the start of a new…

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Two students read with a City Year Baton Rouge AmeriCorps member.
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2023-2024 City Year Orlando Events

UPCOMING EVENTS At City Year, we believe students can reach their full potential as learners and leaders if they have…

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