Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Earlier this year, we sat down with several City Year Los Angeles AmeriCorps members and alumni and asked them two…
Read the storyInternational Literacy Day is celebrated each year on September 8 to promote literacy’s importance on the personal and community level….
Read the storyIn the heart of Little Rock, Arkansas, a powerful initiative is taking root to transform the future of education and…
Read the storyImagine seeing a loved one for the first time in a long time. High spirits and good energy filled the…
Read the storyHave you ever felt vulnerable or insecure when walking into a new environment? Especially at the start of a new…
Read the storyUPCOMING EVENTS At City Year, we believe students can reach their full potential as learners and leaders if they have…
Read the storyOur City Year Detroit AmeriCorps members are back in schools! For the 25th school year, AmeriCorps members will provide…
Read the storyAs we gear up for another transformative year of service and impact, we are thrilled to welcome over 50 passionate…
Read the storyCameron Cheatham, incoming 2023-24 City Year Philadelphia AmeriCorps member, writes about his personal experiences that drew him to service. …
Read the storyMeet City Year Detroit’s Managing Director of Impact, De’Andre L. Shepard, PhD! De’Andre leads the design, delivery, and continuous improvement…
Read the storyYour ballot counts! Help City Year bring together educators to discuss how to prioritize anti-racist research strategies in education.
Read the storyLearn from two City Year alums about how boundaries and healthy approaches to self-care helped them better support students.
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