Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Providence is a fantastic place to live and work.
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It’s a wintry, late afternoon in the Bronx, and teachers and students stream outside into the cold air at the…
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There is so much more to San José than the latest app or software company. Read on to learn why…
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One of the benefits of serving with City Year is earning a Segal Education Award through AmeriCorps. Upon completion of…
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When working on your City Year application, it’s important to share who you are, not just what you’ve done. Who…
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According to a new report by Attendance Works, 15% of all U.S. students — one out of seven — are…
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Sometimes referred to as non-cognitive skills, social and emotional aptitudes such as self-management, goal-setting and problem solving have, in the…
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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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City Year and BellXcel are developing a new collaborative partnership because we know that for students to succeed in the classroom…
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Two years ago, Tatiyana Murray was 21, wrapping up her bachelor’s degree in political science and searching for a meaningful experience as her…
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City Year seeks to understand the graduation gap and utilize national service to enhance equitable learning opportunities.
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Learn more about the City Year AmeriCorps service experience, which prioritizes building relationships as a tool for equitable learning.
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