Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year AmeriCorps members, students, partners and alums.
Your City Year service journey can be hard to describe. Check out these tips for describing your service to friends…
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Yes, we know the holiday season can be stressful—making travel plans, wrapping up work before winter break, figuring out what…
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Did you know there are three different ways you can coach, guide and inspire students in schools with City Year?…
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Every year, thousands of young people decide to join AmeriCorps programs for a year (or more!) of service, helping to…
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No one questions why student athletes need coaching to succeed on the field or court. It’s understood that a good…
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Though this part of the City Year experience may be particularly challenging, it’s also normal! And we want you to…
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Here’s a look at the benefits AmeriCorps members receive during their City Year journey and beyond.
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September is Attendance Awareness Month, and our partner Attendance Works is providing several new resources for families and educators aimed…
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If you are a recent high school graduate or a current college student unsure what to do this fall, City…
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So, you’re about to start your first year as a tutor, mentor or student success coach, working closely with K-12…
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Why I serve with City Year and what my day looks like When my alarm goes off at 5:45 each…
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Read more and check the City Year blog to learn the soft skills our corps members gain through a year…
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