Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.

City Year Los Angeles’ Executive Director Dr. Sandra Cano sat down with our Team Leader at Jefferson High School, Jaime Romero, to chat about what her…
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Going out to the yard, playing with the kiddos, and connecting with students makes me feel closer to them and…
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City Year is on a learning journey to approach our research with an equity lens. Here’s what we have learned…
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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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We are so excited that this year we are not only partnering with Boston Public Schools, but also expanding to…
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Teachers and students know what they need this year—let’s listen to their feedback and insights to help guide our work…
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Wherever you are in the application process, we want to help you feel prepared for service with City Year AmeriCorps….
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Mid-year AmeriCorps members add capacity to existing City Year teams and support even more students in reaching their full potential….
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Team Leaders Tessa Hannigan (Sullivan Elementary School) and Emilio Weber (Blaine School) share their experiences serving with City Year Philly…
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Our school partners are clear: they want flexibility; academic and social-emotional support for their students; and help creating positive learning…
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Last Monday, August 9 marked the official first day of City Year Philadelphia’s 2021-22 service year with the start of…
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Learn what it’s like to serve at City Year and what to expect at the start of service. City Year…
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