Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Benefits & Resources
The Data Tells The Story: Cindy Edelman on City Year’s Measurable Results
June 27, 2024
Supporting education is ultimately about improving student outcomes. At City Year, we believe this happens by focusing on each student’s…
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Our Alumni
The Cycle of Opportunity: A Year Commitment That Resonates For A Lifetime
May 22, 2024
When Lisa Owusu first moved to Jacksonville for a year of service with City Year, she never imagined that she…
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Our Alumni
Closure to my service year in the form of popcorn chicken
April 28, 2020
City Year Jacksonville alum Emily Wasek shares when she knew that she was responsible for great change in her students’…
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Benefits & Resources
Why we love Jacksonville
April 26, 2019
You could be the person who makes a difference in the lives of students. Apply to serve with the dedicated…
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Benefits & Resources
Self-care during my City Year
February 8, 2019
Working at City Year, we give so much of ourselves to a cause we truly believe in. This is why…
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